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Q: Should a chimney be sealed?

• <div><p>Chimneys should either be sealed or waterproofed, which is different from sealing off&mdash;closing at both ends&mdash;a chimney. Waterproofing and sealing are both crucial steps to take to prevent water damage and the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/chimney-leaking-inside-house.htm">chimney leaking inside the house</a>. While waterproofing is more comprehensive, both help safeguard your chimney, extending its life span and preventing expensive repairs. </p></div>

Q: How often does a chimney need to be repointed and how long does the new pointing last?

• <div><p>When done correctly by a professional, chimney repointing can last for several decades&mdash;often 30 years or more. This maintenance is crucial for keeping the chimney structure sound, improving its waterproofing, and preventing more significant and costly repairs, such as a partial or complete rebuild. It is recommended to schedule an annual inspection to catch any potential issues early. If you notice the chimney's brickwork looks worn out or crumbly, you should hire a professional to inspect it.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for creosote to build up in a chimney?

• <div><p>The time it takes for creosote to build up in a chimney can vary depending on how often you use your fireplace and the wood you burn. Creosote can start accumulating after just a few fires, especially if you burn unseasoned wood or allow fires to smolder. Regularly using the fireplace without proper maintenance can lead to significant creosote buildup within a few months. To prevent hazardous buildup, have your chimney inspected and cleaned at least once a year.</p></div>

Q: How difficult is it to remove a chimney?

• <div><p>Yes, removing a chimney is a difficult and major undertaking. Chimneys often provide structural support to a home, so if it's a load-bearing structure, you'll need to take extra precautions to maintain your home's integrity. A project of this complexity typically requires a structural engineer, a masonry contractor, and a demolition crew. The removal process may involve taking the chimney out brick by brick from inside the walls. The cost for chimney removal can range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the job's complexity. Due to the difficulty and cost, some homeowners opt to remove the fireplace and seal the chimney at the top and bottom, sometimes also removing the visible exterior portion at the roofline.</p></div>

Q: Do electric fireplaces give off a lot of heat?

• <div><p>Electric fireplaces give off more heat than you might think. Because they don&rsquo;t lose heat through a ventilation system, which is required for wood-burning and gas fireplaces, they&rsquo;re able to disperse more heat into the room. However, many electric fireplaces are limited to a max of 5,000 or 5,200 BTU heat output, and you can get more from traditional fireplaces. </p></div>

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Last update on October 02, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
He was so nice. Arrived right on time. He cleaned both the fireplace and the furnace flues in less than an hour and cleaned everything up when he was done.
Essential Maintenance LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Fantastic experience. Dan was thorough, honest and fair. He is a great problem solver and will deliver in all aspects. The work is great. Our project had a couple of different type of things (wood deck, stone patio, fireplace, etc) and we are very happy with each aspect. I would highly recommend.
Riemer Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Evan and Nick , awesome Dynamic duo! They pointed the chimney , fixed damper and lined the chimney flutes ( fireplace and hvac.) Cleanliness and neat a major plus for me ! Recommended pooling services to get a better rate . Five stars for sure !
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in January 2023
PJP Landscape and Tree Service were prompt, professional, and friendly. Very helpful! They also quickly and timely delivered a quality cord of wood for our fireplace when we needed it at a fair price. I highly recommend them.
PJP Landscape & Tree Services
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Reviewed in July 2022
Very professional, built a wood fired oven kit, 6 " concrete slab , block foundation, oven assembly, finished wit lh top quality stone. Wood fired oven works amazing and it's perfectly insulated. Fireplace has correct draw for smoke and firebox. Highly recommend George and his amazing...
GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
Ray was very professional and cares about his work. He did very awesome job of mounting our TV above our fireplace. We thought it would be a difficult job since our fireplace is stone but Ray did a fantastic. We will definitely recommend Output Design to our friends and family in the future.
Output Design AV, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
The job could not have gone better. Two of the firebox refractories and the grate needed replacing. Jonathan was able to not only locate the parts very quickly, but replace them along with the cleaning in one visit. I was then able to utilize and enjoy my fireplace faster than anticipated. I...
JP Chimney Services
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Reviewed in February 2020
Kenny was great. Very knowledgeable & determined to figure out a tricky gas fireplace that wouldn't start. Highly recommend!
Fire and Ice Chimney, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2020
Chris, and everyone else that worked on the project, was a pleasure to work with. We absolutely love the way the basement came out! It went from an outdated kid play area to a beautiful living space for the whole family - complete with a new gas fireplace. They had wonderful ideas for the space...
Mountainside Builders
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Reviewed in February 2017
frank so friendly , and knowledgeable mason Now i have the fireplace i dreamed of. thank you, FRANK.
Frank's Custom Masonry
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M.M.T Fireplace & Masonry Repair

4.8(

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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything was deep cleaned and we can now safely use our fireplace!"

Response time4 hrs

Response rate89%

18 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+5 more

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve did Great work and had the fireplace working great!"

+36

Response time4 days

Response rate100%

36 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+12 more

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"100% excellent. Richie, Max and his team did all they were asked and more. yes, i would rehire them again. (special kudo's to Max, he made sure the job was done correctly). thank you guys."

+17

Response time12 hrs

Response rate100%

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Essential Maintenance LLC

5.0(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jonathan cleaned my wood burning furnace, oil burner chimney and wood burning fireplace chimney. He was professional easy to work with and was very pleased with his work."

Response time7 hrs

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by64%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair+3 more

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He did a wonderful job!"

+57

98 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by15%of homeowners

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Quality Home Services Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+3 more

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was excellent. Very reasonable pricing. Extremely knowledgeable, quick to diagnose the problem and very efficient. I will be hiring again for another project. You will be very pleased if you hire."

+28

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+7 more

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."

Response time1 hour

Response rate99%

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GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+6 more

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George is a real professional, communicative and truly cares about his work - him and his crew is hardworking and pay attention to all of the little details. We are so excited to use our gorgeous new patio & fire pit!"

Response time6 hrs

Response rate89%

18 neighbors recently requested a quote

Clean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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"I like what they do. They are very reliable, and dependable. They are not nosy."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Lakeside pavers and hardscape

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Salt Point, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Small jobs welcome

Doing paver work has been my passion for years. I think of it as an artisan style. Whatever you need or want. We can get done

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Chimneys should either be sealed or waterproofed, which is different from sealing off—closing at both ends—a chimney. Waterproofing and sealing are both crucial steps to take to prevent water damage and the chimney leaking inside the house. While waterproofing is more comprehensive, both help safeguard your chimney, extending its life span and preventing expensive repairs.

When done correctly by a professional, chimney repointing can last for several decades—often 30 years or more. This maintenance is crucial for keeping the chimney structure sound, improving its waterproofing, and preventing more significant and costly repairs, such as a partial or complete rebuild. It is recommended to schedule an annual inspection to catch any potential issues early. If you notice the chimney's brickwork looks worn out or crumbly, you should hire a professional to inspect it.

The time it takes for creosote to build up in a chimney can vary depending on how often you use your fireplace and the wood you burn. Creosote can start accumulating after just a few fires, especially if you burn unseasoned wood or allow fires to smolder. Regularly using the fireplace without proper maintenance can lead to significant creosote buildup within a few months. To prevent hazardous buildup, have your chimney inspected and cleaned at least once a year.

Yes, removing a chimney is a difficult and major undertaking. Chimneys often provide structural support to a home, so if it's a load-bearing structure, you'll need to take extra precautions to maintain your home's integrity. A project of this complexity typically requires a structural engineer, a masonry contractor, and a demolition crew. The removal process may involve taking the chimney out brick by brick from inside the walls. The cost for chimney removal can range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the job's complexity. Due to the difficulty and cost, some homeowners opt to remove the fireplace and seal the chimney at the top and bottom, sometimes also removing the visible exterior portion at the roofline.

Electric fireplaces give off more heat than you might think. Because they don’t lose heat through a ventilation system, which is required for wood-burning and gas fireplaces, they’re able to disperse more heat into the room. However, many electric fireplaces are limited to a max of 5,000 or 5,200 BTU heat output, and you can get more from traditional fireplaces.

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