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Q: How do I stop my fireplace backdraft?

• <div><p>Backdraft is usually caused by a ventilation or pressure problem. To stop it, you need to replace the air your fireplace draws out through the chimney, so open a window to try and increase the airflow. Sometimes turning on a kitchen or bathroom exhaust fan can help, but they could also be the cause of the backdraft depending on the air pressure inside your home. You may need to install a makeup air system (MUAS) or chimney fan.</p></div>

Q: Are pellet stoves safer than wood stoves?

• <div><p>Pellet stoves are safer than wood stoves in many ways. They don&rsquo;t produce as many creosote deposits as wood stoves do, they create less smoke, and the flames are contained, decreasing the risk of any sparks or embers creating a house fire. Pellet stoves also burn more cleanly and efficiently than wood stoves do.</p></div>

Q: How long does a chimney crown last?

• <div><p>A properly constructed and maintained chimney crown can last 50 to 75 years. However, its lifespan can be significantly shorter&mdash;20 years or less&mdash;if it was poorly constructed, improperly installed, or damaged. Factors like using the wrong materials or failing to prepare the brick around the flue can lead to moisture buildup and premature breakdown, potentially resulting in a more costly rebuild.</p></div>

Q: Do fireplace repair companies need to be licensed?

• <div><p>Certain fireplace repairs will require that your contractor is licensed, including anything that involves moving, installing, or repairing gas lines. In that case, your professional will need to be a certified plumber. You can use Angi&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">licensing lookup tool</a> to confirm that the company you&rsquo;re hiring is properly licensed. Most states don&rsquo;t have specific license requirements for other fireplace repairs, but most demand at least a general contractor&rsquo;s license. It&rsquo;s also a good idea to look for companies certified by the National Fireplace Institute, as those pros tend to be more qualified to carry out the repair.</p></div>

Q: Is it hard to learn how to remove a gas fireplace insert?

• <div><p>Because of the potential danger associated with incorrectly capping the gas line that serves the gas fireplace, many people will choose to hire a professional to do the work. Some homeowners may choose to hire a pro to only handle the gas line for them. They then may attempt to remove the actual insert on their own, which is a challenging&mdash;but not impossible&mdash;DIY project.</p></div>

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Last update on October 28, 2024

Reviewed in October 2024
They are the best for your projects and your every day house hold needs . I would Love to have them back to work on other projects with us in My beautiful home. They are very courteous and we appreciate the work they have done. We would give more like 1 stars if we could.
Upstate property solutions
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Reviewed in August 2024
Business owner came out to my house, she was very professional and polite. I had some birds nesting in the dryer vent. She was able to clean it out, disinfected the area and place a screen to be sure nothing else got in. I would highly recommend this company.
Wild Solutions AB
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Reviewed in May 2024
When I first met Carlos I didn't no what he could do I had painting, molding had to be redone ,drywall had to be put up this gentleman went over and above what ever he was doing.His work is unbelievable he is old school all the way. Very clean very neat. I would hire Carlos for any job . Carlos...
Carlos Ruiz Handyman & Construction
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Reviewed in May 2024
Joe Sharick it a fair and honest guy who is a master at his craft he remodeled our kitchen and bathroom. He also help us with the design and layout. Heâ s a great contractor. Thank You Joe
JS Renovation and Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2024
Great dudes, Great Insulation ð
BIG QUALITY CONTRACTORS, INC.
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Reviewed in October 2023
Matt from Cozy Heat was fantastic. He kept us in the loop every step of the way with the conversion from kerosene to natural gas. He handled all the arrangements with NYSEG. Was very prompt with his responses when I text him. His pricing was very reasonable. I would recommend Matt and his...
Cozy Heat LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
K B Masonry & Waterproofing did a wonderful job drying my basement and installing a new water backup sump pump. Very responsive and quality work. Thank you.
KB Masonry and Waterproofing
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Reviewed in May 2023
Mudroom and balcony tear off. Replace mud room with small two story deck and railings, insulation, and siding. Exterior doorway rebuild with new storm and outer door. Work done on time at agreed on price. Polite and responsive with very good communication skills. Overall we are extremely pleased...
FLX Deck & Fence
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Reviewed in January 2023
We needed a very large stone fireplace removed and then that area merged with 3 small closets to make a bedroom. Mike gave us an estimate up front, not knowing for sure what they would run into. The fireplace was huge (at least 4' x 4') and there were repairs to the foundation that needed to be...
M.Snyder Construction
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Reviewed in September 2022
The project came out beautiful they helped work with our vision of the patio and design as well as stayed within our budget
SM Concrete
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Four Winds Masonry & Chimney

4.4(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair+10 more

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After having a chimney fire the staff at Four Winds came and cleaned and inspected our fireplace. They are full of knowledge and gave me options as far as what to do. This 4th generation company is up to date on codes and customer service. They explained everything that was wrong and how to fix it even if they couldn t fix it . I highly recommend Four Winds Masonry!"

Response time2 days

15 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Butler's Sales and Service, Inc.

4.3(

181

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stoveGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+7 more

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He even went beyond and fixed my fireplace doors."

Response time2 days

51 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

4.2(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+3 more

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tried to engage several other companies to complete my project. Very glad none of the others worked out. Shamrock always arrived when they said they would, performed their service with excellence without drama. Very responsive. Others were providing estimates of weeks of lead time. Shamrock completed their work in less than two. If you have work coming up, would strongly advise resisting the urge to waste time by talking to anyone else than Shamrock. They are a pre-eminent company among their peers."

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Response time1 day

Response rate100%

174 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Fino Masonry & Chimney Restoration

5.0(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+10 more

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional, very responsive and priced reasonably"

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

With over 30 years of experience, at Stewart Masonry, we can handle all of your masonry needs. From brick fireplace to concrete foundation I'm Stewart, I'm your man. Call today for a free quote. Also specializing in addition from excavation to foundation completion. also own mini excavator and track loader for demo and site work\nWe do not install flue liners or inserts or chimney sweep or gas units thank you

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+7 more

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The workers and office staff were easy to talk to, well informed, courteous , and efficient. They performed a thorough inspection. Recommended and installed a stainless liner and cap for the furnace flue and a new damper on the fireplace flue. Their price was better than previous quotes and even set up a partial payment plan. I am very pleased with the work they did."

Response time1 hour

Response rate99%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Perkins HVAC

New to Angi

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

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

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Hi, I’m a residential HVAC service technician with over 5 years of experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heating and cooling systems. I take pride in providing honest recommendations, quality workmanship, and treating every home with the same care and respect as my own. Whether it’s troubleshooting a complex issue, performing preventative maintenance, or making repairs, my goal is to get the job done right the first time.

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

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New to Angi

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

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Very thorough and right to the point, very flexible and love pets!

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+9 more

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wonderful, much better than I ever would expect! Guys were professional, responsible, on time and very considerate of our house and belongings. Would highly recommend these guys again!!!!!!"

Recommended by91%of homeowners

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Astar Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

4.8(

138

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+9 more

Serving Wolcott, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arrived within projected time frame applied rimnely to treashs behaved in a professional manner was responsive to questions."

Recommended by98%of homeowners

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Backdraft is usually caused by a ventilation or pressure problem. To stop it, you need to replace the air your fireplace draws out through the chimney, so open a window to try and increase the airflow. Sometimes turning on a kitchen or bathroom exhaust fan can help, but they could also be the cause of the backdraft depending on the air pressure inside your home. You may need to install a makeup air system (MUAS) or chimney fan.

Pellet stoves are safer than wood stoves in many ways. They don’t produce as many creosote deposits as wood stoves do, they create less smoke, and the flames are contained, decreasing the risk of any sparks or embers creating a house fire. Pellet stoves also burn more cleanly and efficiently than wood stoves do.

A properly constructed and maintained chimney crown can last 50 to 75 years. However, its lifespan can be significantly shorter—20 years or less—if it was poorly constructed, improperly installed, or damaged. Factors like using the wrong materials or failing to prepare the brick around the flue can lead to moisture buildup and premature breakdown, potentially resulting in a more costly rebuild.

Certain fireplace repairs will require that your contractor is licensed, including anything that involves moving, installing, or repairing gas lines. In that case, your professional will need to be a certified plumber. You can use Angi’s licensing lookup tool to confirm that the company you’re hiring is properly licensed. Most states don’t have specific license requirements for other fireplace repairs, but most demand at least a general contractor’s license. It’s also a good idea to look for companies certified by the National Fireplace Institute, as those pros tend to be more qualified to carry out the repair.

Because of the potential danger associated with incorrectly capping the gas line that serves the gas fireplace, many people will choose to hire a professional to do the work. Some homeowners may choose to hire a pro to only handle the gas line for them. They then may attempt to remove the actual insert on their own, which is a challenging—but not impossible—DIY project.

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