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Avatar for Fred's Chimney Magic
Fred's Chimney Magic
4.8(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were punctual, quick but thorough and informative. Cleaned and inspected our wood burning fireplace stove. Very clean process, after years of use the flue looked like new! Respectful & polite, will use again."
Working Hard
Woodbury - Syosset Park
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Certified Chimney Service, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I think they need to plan better for their workmen to get to site. It might be a one off but we had a van come from Bethpage out to Yonkers, when there is more than one office in the NY area...Friendly and professional and thorough. We ended up paying more than we thought but the chimney hadn't been looked at in quite a while by the previous owners, and there was obvious physical deterioration. They sorted everything including exterior brickwork and left the place tidy. I was pleased with the result."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
174 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GrandStone Chimney, Masonry & Roofing
4.9(
54
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Vinny was amazing. Very personable and engaging in conversation. No BS, and kept his word. Even showed up earlier than planned, of course giving me a call to make sure it was okay to come. He recommended affordable options to take care of my fireplace needs. He went above and beyond to deliver excellent service. I would recommend him to anyone in need."
15 Course rebuild
New Blue Stone Top
chimney rebuild
chimney rebuild
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Pro Master Construction, Inc.
5.0(
125
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The team is terrific. The owner is polite and very knowledgeable. My chimney is finely working. They did a beautiful job and hardworking. Thank you Pro Master Construction. ð"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
122 neighbors recently requested a quote
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World Class Maintenance Inc
4.7(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were friendly, helpful, clean, did a great job. They were respectful of the house and yard and when they left except for a clean working chimney - you would never have known they were there. Highly recommend. Will use again for burner chimney."
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Response time7 hrs
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Compared to certain types of firewood like pine or spruce—which burn off sticky resin contained within the wood that creates lots of smoke—elm isn’t the worst option for burning in a fireplace.

Because elm wood is dense, it burns at a moderate pace and does a pretty good job of keeping your home warm. Hardwood like maple or oak may perform slightly better, but elm isn’t a bad choice overall.

Although no heating appliance can be entirely risk-free, a fireplace insert is considered a safer alternative to a traditional open fireplace, thanks to their enclosed design. With a sealed combustion chamber, a fireplace insert effectively reduces the risk of sparks and embers escaping into the room, minimizing the chance of an accidental fire.

Additionally, an insert comes equipped with various safety features, such as tempered glass doors that create a barrier between the flames and the surrounding space. This enhances both safety and energy efficiency by preventing heat loss. As an added bonus, many inserts are designed to meet strict safety standards that ensure proper ventilation and combustion.

Yes, a pellet stove can heat an entire house—as long as you choose one that’s large enough for that purpose. For context, pellet stoves generate between 8,000 and 90,000 British Thermal Units (BTUs), and you’ll need 30 to 60 BTUs per square foot, depending on your climate zone. If you’re unsure which size pellet stove to buy, reach out to a local pellet or wood stove repair company.

A chimney liner isn’t required for an outdoor fireplace; you don’t technically need one if the masonry chimney uses the proper dimensions and is built to code. However, a chimney liner does serve as a protective coating for the flue. Adding a liner could improve performance, safety, and durability. In short, while not necessary, it wouldn’t hurt.

Both wood stoves and fireplaces are effective at heating, but wood stoves are more efficient, meaning more of the fuel is converted to heat rather than lost. Wood stoves, depending on the capacity, can also heat larger spaces, while fireplaces are better for heating smaller areas, like an individual room.

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