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Q: What factors influence the duration of an oil-fired chimney cleaning?

• <div><p>Most cleanings take 1-3 hours, but extensive soot buildup or liner damage may require additional time.</p></div>

Q: Can you close up instead of demolishing a chimney?

• <div><p>You can close up a chimney instead of demolishing it. Homeowners often go this route because the cost of removing a chimney, especially a structurally important chimney, can be expensive.</p><p>Properly closing up a chimney involves closing and sealing the damper, installing a chimney cap damper, and sealing the fireplace opening with a door or bricks. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-it-get-my-chimney-sealed-and-capped.htm">cost to seal and cap a chimney</a> is around <b>$500 to $650</b>&mdash;significantly less than the average chimney removal cost. </p></div>

Q: Can I clean my own chimney?

• <div><p>Cleaning your own chimney can be risky, especially if it hasn't been done in a long time and you lack the proper tools, knowledge, and safety equipment. The process involves getting onto the roof and handling soot, which poses safety issues. Remember, inhaling chimney soot is a significant health risk. Wearing the proper respiratory equipment is required.</p></div>

Q: Is a wood stove or fireplace better for heating?

• <div><p>Both wood stoves and fireplaces are effective at heating, but wood stoves are more efficient, meaning more of the fuel is converted to heat rather than lost. Wood stoves, depending on the capacity, can also heat larger spaces, while fireplaces are better for heating smaller areas, like an individual room.</p></div>

Q: What are some safety tips for using and maintaining a pellet stove?

• <div><p>There are several maintenance tips you should take to ensure your pellet stove's safety and proper maintenance. You should vacuum the ash pan every week to prevent overflowing and clean the stove and surrounding vents every three to four months. It&rsquo;s also important to get a professional inspection every year and install a carbon monoxide detector close to your stove. Be sure to dispose of hot ashes in a closed metal container; store it outside, away from the house. Only use the pellets recommended by your stove's manufacturer, and follow any cleaning and maintenance instructions.</p></div>

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Last update on June 02, 2023

Reviewed in June 2023
I hired Dylan with D7 Construction on a project at my property and he did an excellent job! He was always responsive to text and phone call. It was never a time when he didnâ t communicate with me on what was going on at the job site. He made sure the work was done exactly how I wanted it. If...
D7 Construction
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Reviewed in February 2023
Best I have seen yet!
CJC Dirt Contractor
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Reviewed in August 2019
Very professional did work in a timely manner
All-Phase Electric
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Reviewed in February 2019
Mr. Torres has worked for me twice. I am a very high maintenance homeowner. That means I want perfection. I gave Mr. Torres a rating of 4.5 because I never give anyone a 5. Mr. Torres considers tree trimming an art form and it is. You have to cut the tree with an eye to which branches will grow...
Torres Lawn & Trimming Service
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Reviewed in November 2016
Mr. Torres was on time & brought two helpers that pushed all the trimmed trees & brush into a huge chipper-shredder that would eat up 10 in. Diameter logs into mulch. They worked from 8 until noon, took a 1/2 work lunch break & continued until 4:30 p.m. He also brought a bobcat which was...
Torres Lawn & Trimming Service
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Reviewed in December 2014
Marco and company did a great job. They were very prompt in getting the job done correctly. I would highly recommend this company for all your fencing needs. Excellent service. Thanks.
Master Fence
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Reviewed in July 2014
They wanted to charge me 10,000 to redo my floors on an 80s mobile home...wow, I was shocked at the price!!! & I had to call them back,they never called to let me know what my estimate was!
Aladdin's Flooring America
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Reviewed in June 2012
They are very professional, prompt, and reliable. They are a family company. You don't mind having them come in your home. I would highly recommend them.
Heritage Haus
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Reviewed in June 2012
The people that they contracted weren't professional. The sink was crooked and the finishing around the bottom wasn't done. The tile on the back splash was not was not done properly at all. It needs to be re-grouted.
HOME DEPOT INC
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+6 more

Serving Sonora, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"Knowledgeable about fireplaces . Cleaned and inspected chimney. Installed new gas bar. Repaired cracks in fireplace panels and painted with high temp paint."

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Response time6 hrs

Response rate93%

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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 Sonora, 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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Tony's Masonry

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

Serving Sonora, 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!

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair

Serving Sonora, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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Credit card accepted

Aguilar Construction -\n We have been independently owned and operated with over 45 years combined experience in professional masonry contracting services. My father started the company over 30 years ago, and passed on his bushiness and amazing work ethic to myself. Come see our new website or call today!

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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 Sonora, 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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Concreteplus

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

Serving Sonora, 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

Most cleanings take 1-3 hours, but extensive soot buildup or liner damage may require additional time.

You can close up a chimney instead of demolishing it. Homeowners often go this route because the cost of removing a chimney, especially a structurally important chimney, can be expensive.

Properly closing up a chimney involves closing and sealing the damper, installing a chimney cap damper, and sealing the fireplace opening with a door or bricks. The cost to seal and cap a chimney is around $500 to $650—significantly less than the average chimney removal cost.

Cleaning your own chimney can be risky, especially if it hasn't been done in a long time and you lack the proper tools, knowledge, and safety equipment. The process involves getting onto the roof and handling soot, which poses safety issues. Remember, inhaling chimney soot is a significant health risk. Wearing the proper respiratory equipment is required.

Both wood stoves and fireplaces are effective at heating, but wood stoves are more efficient, meaning more of the fuel is converted to heat rather than lost. Wood stoves, depending on the capacity, can also heat larger spaces, while fireplaces are better for heating smaller areas, like an individual room.

There are several maintenance tips you should take to ensure your pellet stove's safety and proper maintenance. You should vacuum the ash pan every week to prevent overflowing and clean the stove and surrounding vents every three to four months. It’s also important to get a professional inspection every year and install a carbon monoxide detector close to your stove. Be sure to dispose of hot ashes in a closed metal container; store it outside, away from the house. Only use the pellets recommended by your stove's manufacturer, and follow any cleaning and maintenance instructions.

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