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Q: What does hearth look like?

• <div><p>A hearth often looks like a tile or brick floor that juts out from and surrounds your fireplace. A hearth can be made of stone, brick, ceramic, or any other fireproof material. Brick offers a classic and traditional vibe, whereas a hearth made of marble or ceramic may lean more toward modern aesthetics. The most common depth of a hearth is 20 inches.</p></div>

Q: Can you use Windex to clean gas fireplace glass?

• <div><p>You should not use Windex or any other ammonia-based glass cleaners when cleaning the glass doors or glass front panel of a gas fireplace. Instead, remove the glass and lay it on a soft surface, like a drop cloth or towel. Then clean it using a specialty fireplace glass cleaner purchased at a hardware store or online. If the glass is relatively clean, you can get away with a vinegar and water solution, but tougher stains will require a specialized cleaner. </p></div>

Q: How do I know if I need fireplace repair?

• <div><p>There are a handful of things you can look out for that indicate fireplace repair is necessary in your home:</p><ul><li><p>See or smell smoke in your home during use.</p></li><li><p>You smell gas or unusual odors coming from your fireplace.</p></li><li><p>The fireplace is visibly damaged or crumbling.</p></li><li><p>The igniter won&rsquo;t light.</p></li><li><p>You notice shaling (pieces of chimney lining) building up in your fireplace.</p></li><li><p>Any portion of the fireplace is rusted.</p></li><li><p>You notice efflorescence (white stains) on the brick.</p></li></ul><p>If any of these signs emerge or you suspect that you have an issue, call in a fireplace repair professional immediately.</p></div>

Q: Are elm trees good for firewood?

• <div><p>Compared to certain types of firewood like pine or spruce&mdash;which burn off sticky resin contained within the wood that creates lots of smoke&mdash;elm isn&rsquo;t the worst option for burning in a fireplace.</p><p>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&rsquo;t a bad choice overall.</p></div>

Q: Can you build a pizza oven with normal bricks?

• <div><p>You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven&rsquo;s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven. </p></div>

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Last update on April 22, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
they did great they did all around my house i got a nether project for them to do in a few months they where fast good and very affordable
BFL Welding and Construction Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
We have used Alpha Environmental twice for asbestos removal in our home. I can’t say enough wonderful things about them. They are very accommodating and flexible, always quick to reply and so very nice to work with. They make sure all areas are confined so that the rest of the house is safe. ...
Alpha Environmental
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Reviewed in November 2021
They did a great job for us. We had several large trees that needed removed, some of which we very close to the house. They did awesome. Would highly recommend these guys!
Full Throttle Land Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
Golden Kraken Enterprises did a kitchen and bathroom remodel for me. My house is old and was in severe need of repair. They worked with my ideas and brought it to life. It turned out so much better than I expected. I was very excited about the upgrades to my electrical in both rooms and I am now...
Golden Kraken Enterprises
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Reviewed in June 2021
These guys were great and they are pros. Felix and Eduardo and Team took great care of our needs.. I will recommend them to friends and family and use them again. Thanks guys! William Henderson
Daniel's Tree Expert
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Reviewed in January 2021
Very Well knowledgeable about what he was doing and he told me everything he was doing to the fireplace I did it in a timely manner
Cornerstone Services
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Reviewed in April 2019
Beautiful job on the fireplace
LTC Brick and Stone
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Reviewed in December 2016
The guys came in & did the job I asked for. New door for outside ash removal., new chimney cap, cleaning a fireplace. They looked & found vent covers that were almost impossible to find. We bought our house in September 2016 & the house is 30 years old. The previous owners never cleaned or did...
The Chimney Guy
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Reviewed in June 2015
Very disappointing experience. The project had many different aspects and the communication between the saleswoman and the painters seemed non existent. For the first week, we never knew when or if the painters would show up. Many days it was around noon and they were gone by 4:30 or 5:00. ...
Five Star Painting of Fort Worth
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Reviewed in August 2008
We had to mount flat screen LCD TV above the fireplace and mount speakers. Their service was very good. They did a clean job and didn't make a mess. Was very informative on the things/equipment we need to make our system work better. Overall I would recommend them for any TV installation...
TV-Installer.com
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The Chimney Guy Fireplace & Patio

4.6(

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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 Alba, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They were quick and efficient putting the cap back on my chimney. Inspected the inside after removing an insert that I’ve been wanting gone for two years. Gave me a quote on cleaning the fireplace and chimney and relining it which I will have them do later this year. Then I’ll have a working fireplace this winter. 😃👍"

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Recommended by91%of homeowners

Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stovePre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service, quality work. Randy cleaned the chimney & fireplace plus capped the chimney outlet on the roof. We installed ventless propane logs. 5 stars!"

Response time8 hrs

Response rate93%

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Worked with this.company along with a fireplace company"

+18

Response time1 day

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Mores masonry

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

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hello customers, \n\nMore’s Masonry is a masonry company ready for the job at all times. We focus on brick, stone, and block. We also offer repairing services. We are trustworthy and reliable with friendly workers that are ready to take on a challenge. We are located in Jacksonville, Texas but can travel to where you need us. \n\nThank you, \nMore’s Masonry

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Maldonado renovations llc

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

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I come from a long bloodline of masonry workers, after 15 years in the business I decided to open my own company and have a highly skilled team of 26 employees. I'm competitive and value my work.

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Marler Power Washing LLC

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

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Marler Power Washing LLC provides reliable, high-quality exterior cleaning services for homes and businesses across East Texas. We specialize in house washing, driveways, patios, fences, concrete cleaning, soft washing, and more. Licensed and insured with attention to detail and customer satisfaction on every job.

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alliance group inc

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

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

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Family-owned & operated general contractor in Frisco, TX – serving the DFW and surrounding areas for 20+ years. We handle residential or commercial remodeling, interior and exterior roofing, fencing even any additions. With prompt/clear communication, honest pricing, and quality craftsmanship. Licensed, insured with an A+ BBB rating.\n\nI look forward to helping you with any rehab or construction projects, thank you!

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+6 more

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Super work and super guys. Love my fireplace knowing it was installed professionally."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by98%of homeowners

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

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Easy to set up. Very helpful."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Backyard Creations Construction Company

5.0(

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

Serving Alba, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Backyard Creations Construction Company started in the outdoor living/entertainment area of construction and has evolved into a trusted full service construction company. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional oversight to detail and quality of every project, led by owner and general contractor Shane Harvey.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

A hearth often looks like a tile or brick floor that juts out from and surrounds your fireplace. A hearth can be made of stone, brick, ceramic, or any other fireproof material. Brick offers a classic and traditional vibe, whereas a hearth made of marble or ceramic may lean more toward modern aesthetics. The most common depth of a hearth is 20 inches.

You should not use Windex or any other ammonia-based glass cleaners when cleaning the glass doors or glass front panel of a gas fireplace. Instead, remove the glass and lay it on a soft surface, like a drop cloth or towel. Then clean it using a specialty fireplace glass cleaner purchased at a hardware store or online. If the glass is relatively clean, you can get away with a vinegar and water solution, but tougher stains will require a specialized cleaner.

There are a handful of things you can look out for that indicate fireplace repair is necessary in your home:

See or smell smoke in your home during use.
You smell gas or unusual odors coming from your fireplace.
The fireplace is visibly damaged or crumbling.
The igniter won’t light.
You notice shaling (pieces of chimney lining) building up in your fireplace.
Any portion of the fireplace is rusted.
You notice efflorescence (white stains) on the brick.

If any of these signs emerge or you suspect that you have an issue, call in a fireplace repair professional immediately.

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.

You can use normal bricks as cladding for a concrete or clay pizza oven or as a base underneath one. Fire bricks or solid clay bricks are necessary for an outdoor pizza oven’s floor, and you can use clay bricks for the rest of the oven.

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