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Q: How do you control the flame on a pellet stove?

• <div><p>You can control the flame on a pellet stove by using a damper, often located on the back of the pellet stove. While the damper function varies by model, you can open the damper slightly to let in more air or close it slightly to provide less oxygen, with the ultimate goal of providing a steady flame.</p></div>

Q: Do electric fireplaces use a lot of electricity?

• <div><p>Some types of electric fireplaces use more electricity than others. Models that produce 1,500 watts will have more of an effect on your heating bill than 750-watt models. </p><p>Electric fireplaces use an average of $1.85 of electricity every eight hours. These minimal operational costs aren&rsquo;t likely to make a big difference in your electric bill&mdash;unless you&rsquo;re using it as a primary heating source for your home and it&rsquo;s running most of the time.</p></div>

Q: Is a chimney cap necessary?

• <div><p>Chimney caps are necessary both from a building safety standpoint in most municipalities and to keep your home protected from a variety of issues. Chimney caps are not only mandated by building code in most areas, but they also serve to keep squirrels, raccoons, and other pests out of your home, as well as snow and rain. Therefore, they help to avoid property damage, making them a worthwhile investment.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I need to repair my gas fireplace?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can keep an eye out for that indicate you may need to call in a gas fireplace repair tech:</p><ul><li><p>Your fireplace pilot light won&rsquo;t stay on.</p></li><li><p>You notice the smell of rotten eggs.</p></li><li><p>You hear hissing coming from the gas fireplace.</p></li><li><p>You notice a soot build-up.</p></li><li><p>The fire goes out unexpectedly.</p></li></ul><p>If you notice a rotten egg smell or hear hissing, you could have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/signs-of-gas-leak.htm">gas leak</a>, which is extremely dangerous. Call the fire department and your gas company first to shut off the gas and air out your home before calling for a repair.</p></div>

Q: What are the building codes for a fireplace mantel?

• <div><p>There are fire codes for a fireplace mantel made of wood or other combustible material. The mantel must be mounted at least six inches away from the fireplace opening on all sides with a non-combustible material&mdash;like stone or brick&mdash;installed between the mantel and fireplace. Building codes and regulations will vary based on your location, so before beginning the project, research the requirements in your area.</p></div>

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Last update on May 12, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Highly recommend PRZ remodeling they did an amazing job putting some color in my cozy home!! Additional to painting my house they added some backsplash in my kitchen. And I absolutely love it!
PRZ Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Gracefield Construction constructed a back patio for my home. I was very pleased with their efficiency and professional service. I will definitely use them again for our next project.
Gracefield Construction
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Reviewed in September 2024
When we originally built our house the contractor left a gap between the chimney flute and the cap allowing water to enter our home when raining and causing damage. We had another roofing company out to attempt to fix it which cost money and didn't fix the issue. Storm Guard came out - Caleb...
Storm Guard Roofing and Construction
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Reviewed in December 2023
Highly Recommend Callahan Electric! Great work, very honest, professional and affordable!
CALLAHAN ELECTRIC LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
These guys are awesome! Needed a dangerously high entry painted that required a scaffold for us to paint it in the past. Decided to hire someone this time and so glad we did. Also had the upstairs rec/theatre room painted as well. Hagen and his crew were great. Knocked it out in two days and we...
Branson and Kingsley Property Services
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Reviewed in July 2021
They are great . Very professional .Had large Arizonia Ash tree had alot of dead limbs from February freeze didn't want to cut tree down they cut out dead tree looks great.Thanks to three working hard and fast.ð ¥°ð ¥°ð ¥°
Daniel's Tree Expert
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Reviewed in December 2020
William was great called after i requested service cleaned all glasses repaired the problem was on time and very reasonable .If you need fireplace work call William you will not be disappointed
True Fireplace Repair
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Reviewed in June 2015
Steve arrived right on time. He was very meticulous; spread dropcloths around the fireplace before he ever brought any equipment in. Did a great job, answered all questions thoroughly, provided information and estimate on planned future fireplace upgrades but no pressure to purchase, which is...
Durkins-Fdt Chimney Service
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Reviewed in February 2014
The owners of Bella Maison (B-M), Ruth & Jacques, and their project manager, Joel, provided EXCELLENT SERVICE during the holidays and extreme weather. They focused on our needs to try and finish the smoke restoration project as fast as possible during the 39 days we had to be out of our home. ...
Bella Maison Carpet Cleaning and Restoration
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Reviewed in September 2013
UNIMPRESSED. Felt like it was a waste of money, but Josh was a nice guy, very promp. Shared with him, I heard birds in the fireplace some years back, but I had never used the fireplace since the house was built. He indicated that it was probably nothing but birds on top of the house near the...
Chimney & Wildlife Specialists- Ft Worth
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SafeFlue Chimney Sweep & Repair LLC

4.9(

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplacePre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - Repair+8 more

Serving Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"SafeFlue Chimney did a fantastic job inspecting and servicing our gas fireplace. They diagnosed a problem with the pilot light and fixed it on the spot. The technician was kind, knowledgeable, and very respectful of our home. The whole process was seamless from start to finish. I wouldn?t trust anyone else with our fireplace!"

Response time4 hrs

Response rate100%

19 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Fireplace Gate & Garage Door Repair

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Pre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - Repair

Serving Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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Customers say: True professional

"Repaired gas fireplace quickly. Friendly and arrived quickly."

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Response time3 hrs

Response rate100%

8 neighbors recently requested a quote

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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 Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The guys were VERY PROFESSIONAL. They were on time. They cleaned up their mess. The patio fireplace was exactly how I vision it. They worked diligently to get the work finished within the same day. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND them. Thanks for EXCELLENT SERVICE."

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Recommended by91%of homeowners

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Jacob was great and honest about my fireplace. Safety is his number 1 priority. Will definitely use again."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate97%

117 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Felix figueroa

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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 Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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I've been doing painting for 8 years now for a company and look forward to venturing off on my own and would love the opportunity to work on your home.

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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 Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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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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Rodriguez cleaning 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 Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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We services all DFW metro area. We offer the best house cleanings services. Give us a call for your next service

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Salazar cleaning

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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 Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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Me and my wife are starting a cleaning service weekends only.

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Phenomenal Works

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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 Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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I have been cleaning for 10 years and 1 year with commercial cleaning. I thrive to give Phenomenal services and good quality work

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Hendrix Home 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 Scurry, TX and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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Kenneth Hendrix — Handyman & Home Services\n\nReliable handyman services for homeowners, providing safe, functional, well-maintained properties, with 28 years of residential/commercial/industrial experience. \nWe handle garage door services, repairs, installations, and general home maintenance with quality workmanship and attention to detail. \n\nServices include garage door repair/installation, opener service, door and hardware installation, TV mounting, shelving/cabinet installation, fixture replacement, drywall repair, painting touch-ups, caulking, furniture assembly, and general repairs.\n\nWe also offer ceiling fans and lighting installation, faucets and fixture swaps, trim and baseboard repair, blinds/curtains, weatherproofing, and move-in/move-out or rental property punch lists.\n\nWe pride ourselves on punctual service, clear communication, and dependable results.\n\nContact us for a quote or to schedule your next home repair or installation.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

You can control the flame on a pellet stove by using a damper, often located on the back of the pellet stove. While the damper function varies by model, you can open the damper slightly to let in more air or close it slightly to provide less oxygen, with the ultimate goal of providing a steady flame.

Some types of electric fireplaces use more electricity than others. Models that produce 1,500 watts will have more of an effect on your heating bill than 750-watt models.

Electric fireplaces use an average of $1.85 of electricity every eight hours. These minimal operational costs aren’t likely to make a big difference in your electric bill—unless you’re using it as a primary heating source for your home and it’s running most of the time.

Chimney caps are necessary both from a building safety standpoint in most municipalities and to keep your home protected from a variety of issues. Chimney caps are not only mandated by building code in most areas, but they also serve to keep squirrels, raccoons, and other pests out of your home, as well as snow and rain. Therefore, they help to avoid property damage, making them a worthwhile investment.

There are a few things you can keep an eye out for that indicate you may need to call in a gas fireplace repair tech:

Your fireplace pilot light won’t stay on.
You notice the smell of rotten eggs.
You hear hissing coming from the gas fireplace.
You notice a soot build-up.
The fire goes out unexpectedly.

If you notice a rotten egg smell or hear hissing, you could have a gas leak, which is extremely dangerous. Call the fire department and your gas company first to shut off the gas and air out your home before calling for a repair.

There are fire codes for a fireplace mantel made of wood or other combustible material. The mantel must be mounted at least six inches away from the fireplace opening on all sides with a non-combustible material—like stone or brick—installed between the mantel and fireplace. Building codes and regulations will vary based on your location, so before beginning the project, research the requirements in your area.

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