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Q: How long do you burn a creosote log by itself?

• <div><p>In general, it will take about 90 minutes to burn the creosote sweeping log by itself, allowing it to work its magic. This may be longer or shorter depending on the conditions of your chimney.</p></div>

Q: What are the downsides of a gas fireplace?

• <div><p>Some people don&rsquo;t like the look of gas fireplaces since they don&rsquo;t offer the classic charm or appeal of a wood-burning fire. Plus, gas fireplace installation is more expensive than other types of fireplace installations due to the added complexity of working with gas lines. There&rsquo;s also a chance that gas could get into your home, which is a major health and safety risk.</p></div>

Q: What’s the best time of year to clean a chimney?

• <div><p>The best time to clean your chimney is before you need to use it, which for most people is during the spring, summer, or early fall. Spring and summer are often ideal because the chimney is not in use, and chimney sweeps can access the roof more easily without snow and ice. The warmer months are also better for making any necessary repairs. To avoid the rush when chimney sweeps get booked up in early spring and late fall, scheduling your cleaning for the summer can be a safe bet. It's recommended to book your annual chimney sweep during these warmer months to maintain a yearly schedule.</p></div>

Q: Can you just let a fire burn out in a fireplace?

• <div><p>You can let a fire burn out in a fireplace as long as you or someone else will stick around to monitor it until it goes completely out. This may take several hours. To prepare, stop adding fuel to the fire well before you&rsquo;re ready to call it a night. If you&rsquo;re using the fireplace for warmth, you&rsquo;ll want to cover up in some blankets as the flame dies down.</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 September 26, 2022

Reviewed in September 2022
Easy to work with good work
Mister Sparky (Houston)
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Reviewed in August 2021
It was good. They were pretty good especially for the price being very reasonable.
Bar C Construction
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Reviewed in June 2021
Iam a Nationally Registered Emergency Technician and am away from home for weeks at a time. While at work my last shift a raccoon family made its way into my home via the chimney. My home was a literal mess, feces rotten food even a dead raccoon! I contacted KC Housekeeping they were knocking...
KC Housekeeping
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Reviewed in June 2020
Very reasonable in pricing, has knowledge Techs, and does what they say they will do.
Thomas Well Service
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Reviewed in June 2018
Communicated effectively what work would be performed, how and when it would be completed and what it would cost. There were no surprises. The work was performed to my satisfaction and the job was completed quickly.
BGBX3 Enterprises
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Reviewed in September 2017
$276 to replace a $120 part. Expensive.
AM Appliance
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Reviewed in August 2017
Dickens cleaning service was professional, did very good work. Had good references. They were on time and very nice will use them again when needed. Thank you for your help.
Dickens Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in April 2017
Mr. Rafferty responded in a timely manner and accomplished the job at the quoted price.
Rafferty Coatings
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Reviewed in February 2014
I was contacted very quickly and told he would get back to me. After 5 days I called and I was told they couldn't find any comparisons . I wasn't contacted . I called back and got no satisfaction .
James Make & Associates
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Reviewed in October 2010
The installer did a great job, and was very professional.
Handyman Matters
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Camerin

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

Serving Menard, TX and surrounding areas

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I’ve worked in construction since 2016 straight out of high school I currently work for a construction contractor but I am looking to take on other projects and continue to make customers proud , I’m very flexible, reliable and responsive. Very easy to get along with. The company that I currently work for understands that I do side projects, and supports it. U can look us up @ Quality Remodel San Antonio “QRSA” on google. We do residential & commercial, remodeling, doors, windows, walls, paint, ext…… u can also contact me directly at [email protected] & (210)-3269631

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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 Menard, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"Everything is going great. Also added some other equipment such as app controlled door locks, etc."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Shelbys house keeping services

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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 Menard, TX and surrounding areas

My name is Shelby , I am a 31 year old mother of 3 small children and a prior nurse with Shannon for over 5 years. After taking on the care of my mother 3 small children it became too hard tovontinue my nursing career, I am now doing my best to survive with any other way possible.

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Tony's Masonry

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

Serving Menard, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Quintero Concrete & Masonry Construction

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

Serving Menard, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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Warranties offered

Quintero Concrete & Masonry Construction, is always excited to work with you! We provide the best follow up, and customer service, in the industry, thus ensuring your continued business! Thank you!

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Crispin concrete

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

Serving Menard, TX and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

I’m a concrete contractor that’s very responsible and hard working as well, I will always be on the job site doing most of the work with my workers so my clients will be satisfied or they have any questions about the project. I’ll be there 100% to answer and to correct or to do changes they were like.

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Concreteplus

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Serving Menard, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

Concreteplus is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

In general, it will take about 90 minutes to burn the creosote sweeping log by itself, allowing it to work its magic. This may be longer or shorter depending on the conditions of your chimney.

Some people don’t like the look of gas fireplaces since they don’t offer the classic charm or appeal of a wood-burning fire. Plus, gas fireplace installation is more expensive than other types of fireplace installations due to the added complexity of working with gas lines. There’s also a chance that gas could get into your home, which is a major health and safety risk.

The best time to clean your chimney is before you need to use it, which for most people is during the spring, summer, or early fall. Spring and summer are often ideal because the chimney is not in use, and chimney sweeps can access the roof more easily without snow and ice. The warmer months are also better for making any necessary repairs. To avoid the rush when chimney sweeps get booked up in early spring and late fall, scheduling your cleaning for the summer can be a safe bet. It's recommended to book your annual chimney sweep during these warmer months to maintain a yearly schedule.

You can let a fire burn out in a fireplace as long as you or someone else will stick around to monitor it until it goes completely out. This may take several hours. To prepare, stop adding fuel to the fire well before you’re ready to call it a night. If you’re using the fireplace for warmth, you’ll want to cover up in some blankets as the flame dies down.

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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