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Q: How much does a fireplace add to home value?

• <div><p>A fireplace can increase a home's value by as much as 12%, with some reports indicating that homes with fireplaces list for around 13% more than the median sale price. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, adding a charm that many homebuyers find desirable. The actual return on investment depends on the fireplace's size, type, and material.</p><p>However, a fireplace can detract from a property's value if it is unusable, not up to code, or in need of immediate repairs. The type of fireplace also matters; custom electric fireplaces and inserts can add value, while freestanding units that can be removed have less impact.</p></div>

Q: What is the best type of firewood?

• <div><p>Wood is classified as either hardwood or softwood. For firewood, hardwoods are generally the best choice as they tend to burn longer, hotter, and produce less smoke than softwoods. Recommended hardwoods include oak, hickory, maple, cherry, ash, beech, birch, elm, and walnut. Oak is a particularly good option as it's widely available, slow-burning, and doesn't produce much smoke or sparks. Some woods, like oak, hickory, and cherry, also emit a pleasant scent. It is best to avoid softwoods such as eucalyptus, poplar, and willow, as they create a lot of smoke and have a high moisture content that makes them difficult to light and burn efficiently.</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: How do various elements influence the price of oven or stovetop repairs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on appliance age, issue complexity, part availability, and labor rates.</p></div>

Q: Do gas fireplaces generate ash?

• <div><p>No, because they burn propane or natural gas, gas fireplaces do not generate ash like wood-burning fireplaces. However, gas fireplaces <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-gas-fireplace.htm">require maintenance</a>, such as cleaning the glass doors, checking for debris in the burner or vents, and ensuring the logs or glass stones are in place. This maintenance ensures that the fireplace continues to operate efficiently and safely.</p></div>

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Last update on July 16, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
Great job! Windows we're spotless!!! And not only that they stayed clean. In the past we had them cleaned and a month later they were dirty again. Jac has a formula he has researched that helps keep windows clean. Even through all of the fires recently, and the ash that was everywhere, our...
My Hearthside
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Reviewed in June 2026
We are remodeling and needed some switches moved to other walls. The electrician had to go up in the attic and pull wires from one side off the house to the other. It was extremely hot and uncomfortable up there! He had to move several outlets and install fixtures in the garage and kitchen. Work...
Wheeler & Sons Electric LLC
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Reviewed in June 2026
Chris did what’s called Venetian plaster on my fireplace. He did an incredible job. I had my home remodeled and the first thing everyone comments on when they want to see the remodel is my fireplace. They all love it, and so do I! I highly recommend Chris. He does beautiful work.
Parete Paint & Plaster
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Reviewed in January 2025
These guys are the best, they preform time and time again. I recommend them for any brick, stone job you have.
Guerrero Stone, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
KC and Rick came through for us. When we bought our 100+ year home we were told there was cosmetic beam staining in our attic due to coal fire heating in the early 1900's, but that the place was structurally sound. This spring an inspection said we needed to reinforce the attic. This team made...
Reviver, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
We had some dangerous, walnut trees, overhanging powerlines. Iâ ve been burned by contractors before, but these guys were professional they took the appropriate measures to cut the trees in a way that would leave them aesthetic, but not dangerous. Excellent personalities, had a lot of fun with...
ktm trees expert and landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2023
My bake igniter went out on Thanksgiving morning and we called them. They happened to have one on hand and they came and installed quite quickly! I was able to bake my dinner!
Urgent Appliance Service and Repair
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Reviewed in March 2023
Brick was awesome to work with and was extremely punctual! He took my hot tub from green and stinky to sparkling in 1 treatment. I was amazed!
Ultra Pool Care Squad of Utah
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Reviewed in February 2023
Caleb and Jake are amazing! We had a pretty specific idea of how we wanted to transform our living room, and thought we would do it ourselves originally. We saw some photos of some of the work that Icon had done, and decided to ask them about our project. Caleb met with us in our home, at a time...
Icon Custom Finishes
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Reviewed in February 2023
Thank you, Chris, for a job well done. I have a much warmer upstairs room after you blew insulation into the attic.
Power IQ, LLC
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Air Pro UT

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My service tech was friendly, kind, and did a great job! Iâ d have him come back again. I was pleased with the service and think everyone should have their air ducts cleaned by him! Heâ s professional and quick! Kudos!"

+96

Response time8 hrs

19 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Martin Speters Construction, Inc.

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had an indoor stone fireplace needing some cosmetic work following a wall renovation we did. I contacted this professional via text message. Although he was out of the country, he responded to all my messages very quickly. We wanted the project completed before this professional would be returning, so we went with a different contractor, not found through HomeAdvisor, but someone we were referred to. I still appreciated Mr. Speters getting back to me and being willing to at least look at the project when he returned to Utah."

Response time1 day

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Motus Masonry Company 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 Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent experience from start to finish! The team was professional, punctual, and highly skilled. They paid close attention to every detail and delivered high-quality workmanship. Communication was clear throughout the entire project, and they made sure everything was completed exactly as promised. I’m extremely happy with the final result and would definitely recommend Motus Masonry Company LLC to anyone looking for reliable and top-quality masonry work. Five stars!”"

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Tip Top services General Contracting

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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 Salem, UT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"So professional and helpful in everything we needed. Very knowledgeable and honest. Very happy with David Miller’s work"

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had an amazing experience! The cleaning was extremely detailed and professional from start to finish. Everything was spotless, organized, and smelled so fresh. You can truly tell there is care and experience behind the work. Highly recommend for anyone looking for reliable and high-quality cleaning services!"

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

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The cabinets are beautiful, functional and just what I wanted. Everyone that sees them just loves them. The workers were great.....they even came back and did adjustments without me asking. The counter top guys said that the cupboards were so level they didn't need a single shim. That's top quality work."

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Larkin Heating & Cooling

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

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thought my AC fan motor had failed but technician found it was the capacitor."

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Utah Premier Chimney Cleaning LLC

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+12 more

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My house is 90 years old, and after recenly buying it and remodeling it, I needed some input on my fireplaces. These guys came out and gave a great and thorough inspection so I know where to go next. Unfortunately I have to save up to make some more repairs, but if I had started to use the fire places as-is, I could have had a dangerous situation, OR a lot of black smoke in my house!
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Recommended by90%of homeowners

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CME.Custom Masonry Experts LLC

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

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"CME did a fantastic job with our tile and brick work on our home. We a very particular with finishes on our home and everything they did met or exceeded our expectations. Couldn't be more happy!!"

+89

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"So great! Good pricing friendly staff!"

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Response time4 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

A fireplace can increase a home's value by as much as 12%, with some reports indicating that homes with fireplaces list for around 13% more than the median sale price. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, adding a charm that many homebuyers find desirable. The actual return on investment depends on the fireplace's size, type, and material.

However, a fireplace can detract from a property's value if it is unusable, not up to code, or in need of immediate repairs. The type of fireplace also matters; custom electric fireplaces and inserts can add value, while freestanding units that can be removed have less impact.

Wood is classified as either hardwood or softwood. For firewood, hardwoods are generally the best choice as they tend to burn longer, hotter, and produce less smoke than softwoods. Recommended hardwoods include oak, hickory, maple, cherry, ash, beech, birch, elm, and walnut. Oak is a particularly good option as it's widely available, slow-burning, and doesn't produce much smoke or sparks. Some woods, like oak, hickory, and cherry, also emit a pleasant scent. It is best to avoid softwoods such as eucalyptus, poplar, and willow, as they create a lot of smoke and have a high moisture content that makes them difficult to light and burn efficiently.

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.

Costs depend on appliance age, issue complexity, part availability, and labor rates.

No, because they burn propane or natural gas, gas fireplaces do not generate ash like wood-burning fireplaces. However, gas fireplaces require maintenance, such as cleaning the glass doors, checking for debris in the burner or vents, and ensuring the logs or glass stones are in place. This maintenance ensures that the fireplace continues to operate efficiently and safely.

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