Can I use an existing chimney for a wood-burning stove?

• <div><p>Yes, you can use an existing chimney with a wood-burning stove if it meets specific requirements. The stove’s vent pipe size must be compatible with the size of your chimney flue. Your contractor can tell you whether your chimney is suitable for installation.</p></div>

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Q: Do I need a chimney liner if I don’t have any issues?

• <div><p>A chimney liner is a good thing to invest in regardless of if you have issues or not. Chimney liners increase the safety of your fireplace. Without a chimney liner, the gasses that get emitted during burning could eventually damage the masonry and create a major fire hazard in your home. </p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to run a gas fireplace or central heat?

• <div><p>Running a gas fireplace is potentially cheaper than using central heating if you are heating a single room and don&rsquo;t need to heat the entire house. That's because gas fireplaces are a better source of direct heat, making them more efficient for warming small spaces. Central heating, while more efficient for whole-home warmth, uses more energy overall. Strategically using a gas fireplace, therefore, can help lower heating bills.</p></div>

Q: Which way is open on a fireplace flue?

• <div><p>Your fireplace flue is open when the chimney is unsealed and open to the outside air and sky. That&rsquo;s why one of the best ways to figure out if your flue is open is to visually check for daylight inside of your chimney&mdash;or to feel for a draft, which may be generated by the difference in temperatures inside and outside of your home.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to clean and inspect an oil-fired chimney?

• <div><p>The cost to clean and inspect an oil-fired chimney generally ranges from $150 to $500. The price is influenced by factors such as the chimney's height, the level of soot buildup, local labor costs, and whether any additional repairs or liner replacements are required.</p></div>

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The job was done quick and well, the owner even went ahead and helped address issues on the roof he found that I was unaware of such as rotted wood on a section of the roof free of charge. He went above and beyond.
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Reviewed in January 2025
Dexter (Cowboy) is amazing, very nice and flexible with planning. We are having to put off getting a fence but he is amazing in explaining everything and understanding issues that arise. I 100% plan to use his services a little later in the year when it’s mot so crazy!
2New Beginnings
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Reviewed in September 2023
GREAT service! Weâ ve had a complicated drain issue for a while, even using another plumber. Arrow Plumbing methodically determined where the issue was & completely cleared the blockage. Josh knows what heâ s doing & is very professional in his approach & application. We also...
Arrows Plumbing and Backflow Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Chris has been very knowledgeable and goes above to ensure I am happy with the work he has done! Heâ s willing to educate and answer all questions I have.
Elite Grounds
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Reviewed in March 2023
Overall a great experience. Ryan is a true class act when dealing with us customers, and very quick and responsive as well
R&P Granite, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
They were very on hand, very trustworthy, and I would recommend them.
Radcliff Tile and Remodeling
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Reviewed in January 2023
Megan was well prepared and cleaned up very thoroughly. She was great with all the students at the painting party and her instructions were easy to follow for everyone involved. Everyone went home with a beautiful painting!
Painting on the Porch
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Reviewed in May 2022
The quality of work was excellent. They were fast, friendly, courteous, and trustworthy. Nice people.
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Reviewed in March 2022
Great showed up on time and work was done on timely manner.
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Reviewed in March 2022
Enrique has been doing our lawn work since 2005. He setup our landscape lighting and sprinkler system when we moved into our new home. He also laid a stone path from the front yard to the back and a stone area around our lake. He just recently built our pergola. He is a jack of all trades and...
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

A chimney liner is a good thing to invest in regardless of if you have issues or not. Chimney liners increase the safety of your fireplace. Without a chimney liner, the gasses that get emitted during burning could eventually damage the masonry and create a major fire hazard in your home.

Running a gas fireplace is potentially cheaper than using central heating if you are heating a single room and don’t need to heat the entire house. That's because gas fireplaces are a better source of direct heat, making them more efficient for warming small spaces. Central heating, while more efficient for whole-home warmth, uses more energy overall. Strategically using a gas fireplace, therefore, can help lower heating bills.

Your fireplace flue is open when the chimney is unsealed and open to the outside air and sky. That’s why one of the best ways to figure out if your flue is open is to visually check for daylight inside of your chimney—or to feel for a draft, which may be generated by the difference in temperatures inside and outside of your home.

The cost to clean and inspect an oil-fired chimney generally ranges from $150 to $500. The price is influenced by factors such as the chimney's height, the level of soot buildup, local labor costs, and whether any additional repairs or liner replacements are required.

Yes, you can use an existing chimney with a wood-burning stove if it meets specific requirements. The stove’s vent pipe size must be compatible with the size of your chimney flue. Your contractor can tell you whether your chimney is suitable for installation.

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