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Q: How effective are wood-burning stoves?

• <div><p>Modern wood-burning stoves are very effective, reaching around 80% efficiency. That&rsquo;s because models built after 1988 are designed to meet standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to operate more efficiently and produce less air pollution. If you have an older wood stove, it may not be as efficient.</p></div>

Q: Can a hot fire burn off or remove creosote?

• <div><p>While a hot fire can help heat up and loosen tar within your chimney, making it a recommended step before using a creosote log, it will not burn off significant existing buildup on its own. Attempting to remove built-up creosote with a hot fire is dangerous and can cause a chimney fire. For safe and effective removal of caked-on creosote, the best approach is to hire a professional chimney sweep.</p></div>

Q: Does a hearth have to be a certain size?

• <div><p>The short answer is yes, as hearths need to extend a certain distance out from the fire. This is usually around at least a foot in front but is often more, closer to two feet even. There is another distance to consider, which is the distance beyond the opening of the fireplace. Each municipality will have different code requirements. </p></div>

Q: How do I know if my chimney is safe?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:</p><ul><li><p>Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney</p></li><li><p>Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance</p></li><li><p>Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox</p></li><li><p>Water stains in or around the fireplace</p></li><li><p>A broken or stuck damper</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Are pellet stoves safer than wood stoves?

• <div><p>Pellet stoves are safer than wood stoves in many ways. They don&rsquo;t produce as many creosote deposits as wood stoves do, they create less smoke, and the flames are contained, decreasing the risk of any sparks or embers creating a house fire. Pellet stoves also burn more cleanly and efficiently than wood stoves do.</p></div>

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Last update on September 25, 2026

Reviewed in September 2026
We recently hired Shamrock Chimney to repoint the brick walls on both of our bay windows and our front steps. We also had them perform a safety inspection and cleaning of our gas fireplace. Mr. Juan Ortiz was the company representative, and we found him to be extremely knowledgeable,...
Shamrock Maintenance Corp
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Reviewed in July 2025
Daiquion arrived a bit late for the appointment, but was communicative throughout the entire process and once they arrived it was all business and right to work. Both TVs (one mounted on brick over a fireplace) installed perfectly and even checked with us before leaving to make sure everything...
Daiquion
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Reviewed in November 2021
Arrived on time to bring my 60 year old fireplace and chimney up to code,, reviewed the work order, took time to answer my questions and concerns (very knowledgeable about the work to be performed), covered their traffic area with a drop cloth, very courteous and professional. Highly recommend...
Olde Town Chimney Sweeps, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
Amazing. Fireplace logs look new. Very professional. Job well done. Daniel was very pleasant young man. Will be my “go to “ guy from now own.
Eastern Light Gas fireplace service
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Reviewed in February 2019
I called and was referred to Northern Virginia number for repair. I was clear about the problem I had with the appointment person, that I was experiencing fresh air leakage around the 2-sided gas fireplace, but that the fireplace was working fine. She said they to have someone come out and take...
TODAY'S FIREPLACE
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Reviewed in February 2017
Last year, we didn’t really use the fireplace at all, so there was no real need to get it swept.
A Step in Time Maryland
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Reviewed in January 2017
Called them and they said, "we don't do service work on gas fireplaces." Those words contradict some of the "reviews" listed on Angie's List ... misleading and frustrating.
Claflin Plumbing & Gas Piping
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Reviewed in August 2016
Best Chimney Sweep/Dryer Vent Service to date! Excellent customer service! Actually arrived earlier than appointment time and was prepared to wait out front if I wasn't home. Given the status of both my dryer vent and fireplace, I was amazed they cleaned up so well, I couldn't even...
Ace Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in January 2015
I initially contacted the company in November for a service and figure out why my fireplace wasn't running. I have lived here a year and a half and never used it so I didn't know the specifics of the set I had. The first date was set in December, and during the initial visit, the tech educated...
Gas Specialty Company Inc
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+7 more

Serving Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and knowledgeable providing options for our consideration on whether to keep the wood burning stove or return to a fireplace configuration."

Response time12 hrs

Response rate91%

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Angie's I couldn't got anyone better he was very knowledgeable telling what he was doing thank you so much"

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairGas, Pellet, or Wood Stove - Install+3 more

Serving Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. They were, I guess I would say, very, very thorough, and they even, I think they. Stayed even longer than I think they were planning. They helped us, they did a couple of extra things that we hadn't initially talked about when we. you know when when when we asked them to come so they yeah they gave us some extra help and they were they were very um very hardworking very thorough"

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

220 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Air Duct & Chimney Of America

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

Serving Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"The only negative was that they were an hour late. But when Jaian got here he got right to it. He worked quickly and efficiently, cleaning while he worked from project to project. I got my chimney, air ducts and dryer vent cleaned. I am very pleased!!"

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Taiyanah

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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 Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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Hello I’m available Veteran that finds enjoyment cleaning. \n\nI’m located in the Yorktown area, I’m willing to travel as well. I love transforming spaces to make it easier for people to live comfortably. \n\nCleaning should be affordable to everyone, we all could use the extra help!

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Communal Construction LLC

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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 Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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Experienced construction professional. Over a decade in residential construction.

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Nilma

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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 Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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Forgatsch Handy 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 Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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Welcome to Forgatsch Services, I am a young man with a whole lot of expirience in the trades and handy work, I pride myself on hard and efficient work at a great price for customers, and always doing the right thing to satisfy the customers need. I am excited to work on whatever project you bring my way!\nSpecialize in tile install and repair, toilet and faucet install and repair as well as copper and pvc install and repair, painting interior and exterior, waste and material removal, lawn care mowing and trimming, carpentry framing repair and install, finish carpentry trim and moulding, tv mounting and installation, drain cleaning and stoppages.\nEmail: [email protected]\nPhone: 787-452-4328\nPhone: 252-314-8292

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Perry's 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 Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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Hello to all and all I hope is well! My name is Randy Perry , I’m from the Hampton roads 757 area of Virginia Newport News to be exact. I have great customer service and I got above and beyond to make sure you as my customer is overly satisfied. I have experience in a lot of areas including handyman work , remodeling homes and a lot of things. I can travel wherever I’m needed to get the job done.\n\n Hopefully I can make you smile one day

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Jordan Yocum

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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 Hayes, VA and surrounding areas

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I have over 5 years experience house cleaning. My work is professional, efficient and detail-oriented! I love the feel of a fresh clean and cozy space and I want everyone to feel that about their home!

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Modern wood-burning stoves are very effective, reaching around 80% efficiency. That’s because models built after 1988 are designed to meet standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to operate more efficiently and produce less air pollution. If you have an older wood stove, it may not be as efficient.

While a hot fire can help heat up and loosen tar within your chimney, making it a recommended step before using a creosote log, it will not burn off significant existing buildup on its own. Attempting to remove built-up creosote with a hot fire is dangerous and can cause a chimney fire. For safe and effective removal of caked-on creosote, the best approach is to hire a professional chimney sweep.

The short answer is yes, as hearths need to extend a certain distance out from the fire. This is usually around at least a foot in front but is often more, closer to two feet even. There is another distance to consider, which is the distance beyond the opening of the fireplace. Each municipality will have different code requirements.

There are a few things you can look out for to ensure your chimney is safe to use. Check for the following issues:

Cracks or missing pieces in the masonry of the chimney
Creosote buildup in the chimney, which is a black, tar-like substance
Cracks, stains, or scorch marks in the firebox
Water stains in or around the fireplace
A broken or stuck damper

Pellet stoves are safer than wood stoves in many ways. They don’t produce as many creosote deposits as wood stoves do, they create less smoke, and the flames are contained, decreasing the risk of any sparks or embers creating a house fire. Pellet stoves also burn more cleanly and efficiently than wood stoves do.

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