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Q: Does my chimney impact my HVAC system?

• <div><p>In most homes, your chimney and HVAC are separate from each other. However, you can use your chimney to save on heating costs in the winter. Turn off your HVAC system and start a cozy fire, then watch the electric bills drop during the coldest months. Make sure your flue is closed when not in use so that you don&rsquo;t end up pumping heat or cool air from your system outside.</p></div>

Q: What is considered the hearth of a fireplace?

• <div><p>A fireplace hearth is a fireproof flooring material that extends out from the base of the fireplace and into the room. Hearths can be made of brick, ceramic, marble, limestone, and more. A hearth serves the purpose of decreasing the fire risk in the area directly around the fireplace. If flying embers hit carpet or wood, they&rsquo;ll spark and create a fire. But if they hit something like tile or granite, they&rsquo;ll simply go out.</p></div>

Q: What does hearth look like?

• <div><p>A hearth often looks like a tile or brick floor that juts out from and surrounds your fireplace. A hearth can be made of stone, brick, ceramic, or any other fireproof material. Brick offers a classic and traditional vibe, whereas a hearth made of marble or ceramic may lean more toward modern aesthetics. The most common depth of a hearth is 20 inches.</p></div>

Q: How long does a chimney inspection take?

• <div><p>The time required for a chimney inspection depends on the inspection level. A Level 1 inspection typically takes between 45 minutes and two hours, with an average of about an hour and a half. A Level 2 inspection usually takes less than two hours. A more in-depth Level 3 inspection can take up to five hours, or even multiple days if it requires removing materials. The total duration also depends on the chimney's size, condition, and how long it has been since its last inspection; chimneys with severe damage will require a longer inspection.</p></div>

Q: Do you leave the damper open when burning a creosote log?

• <div><p>Yes, you need to leave your chimney damper open when burning a creosote log so that smoke and other debris doesn&rsquo;t waft into your house as it&rsquo;s burning. You&rsquo;ll need to make sure your damper is fully open, even when the log continues to smoke, until it&rsquo;s completely out and cold. </p></div>

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Last update on February 19, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Christopher and his wife did an outstanding job with the snow (and ice) removal. They were very responsive, friendly, and hard workers. Very reasonable in their charges. We intend to have them back this summer for some construction services.
CPR Restorations VT
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Reviewed in January 2025
Jason did beautiful work installing these French doors to close off my mudroom. His work was high quality and he worked efficiently to get the project done on a short timeline. He took care to keep my house as clean as possible while doing this work, and even ensured that my cat was safely...
Williams Builders
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Reviewed in November 2024
Northern Basement Systems got in touch with me first.
VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2024
Used this company for a variety of jobs from ceramic tile install, painting and concrete work to deck and porch building and finishing. Was very happy with all!
Hometown Building and Finishes LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Did a great job, we had a leak in the roof as winter was approaching had the entire project done within 7 days of contact.
KO Property Enhancements LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
work was done correctly using wooden shingles that had even courses and all spaced perfectly.
Christopher Jones
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Reviewed in September 2023
Painting went well. Always on time and worked hard. Very reasonable priced and very easy to work with
BMK Inspirations
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Reviewed in February 2022
Pieter is by far and away one of the most professional and considerate contractors I have ever worked with. He cares about his clients and he cares about the environment. He is timely, fair and efficient. You can’t go wrong with Highlander Tree Works. Don’t go elsewhere. Wait for Pieter.
Highlander Tree Works
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Reviewed in August 2021
Al Wood and his crew are honest and good to work with.
Peak Painting
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Reviewed in August 2021
I was very impressed with how hard working and professional they were, Sullivan and his crew. I had heard they were the best of the standing seam metal roofers in our area, and in my experience with them, I found this to be true. I recommend them without reservation ! Their work is excellent ,...
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McBriens Fire & Flue

5.0(

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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Non-Gas) - Repair+2 more

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am too happy with the work I do MC briens Fire Flue my fireplace needed a fix and in reality they are experts in what they do 10/10 thanks to Omar for your incredible performance !!"

+19

Response time9 hrs

Response rate90%

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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+2 more

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Your Chimney Doctor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our\nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty,\nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service\nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of\nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their\nconcerns the basis of our business.

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Northeastern Chimney Solutions

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Northeastern Chimney Solutions is built upon the friendliness and trust we provide between our staff and our customers. People can appreciate us for our communication, dedication, and quality of work when it comes to completing a job. We aim to provide a service you can depend on for all of your home care needs, for years to come. When there's a problem, there's a solution. We're here to help.\n

Response time1 day

Response rate93%

76 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Stella Stone & Steel LLC

5.0(

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

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Credit card accepted

"They are very professional, do beautiful work and are too craftsman, really nice guys to work with."

+53

Response time2 days

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by50%of homeowners

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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+3 more

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent customer service. Provided an estimate for service - rebuild from roof flashing up, repointing masonry, repairing mortar joints by replacing anything that’s deteriorated with new mortar. replaced the chimney crown and created a drip edge, installed stainless steel chimney pipe, cleaned and inspected the chimney, spot replaced spalling bricks on the chimney, power washed and sealed/waterproofed the chimney. Cleaned up work area thoroughly and provided photographs of chimney repair work before and after. Throughout the process, Chuck kept me informed daily on the progress and any issues he had found. A positive experience."

+40

Response time8 hrs

Response rate92%

77 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Night & Day Cleaning VT

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Clean and Inspect a gas fireplace

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Susannah is a GEM! We love her and will never hire anyone else to clean our house. She has great attention to detail and goes above and beyond. After she leaves, we just point out things she did such as “She cleaned my mouse pad!” or “She cleaned the toaster oven!” And praise her work. She is professional, reliable, and does such a good job. She is worth every single penny and more. We are so lucky to have her!!"

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Good Dwellings Construction LLC

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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Non-Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Repair+2 more

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Dedicated professional service provider looking to help you with your needs!

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

Serving Braintree, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cleaned and fixed the blower on 21 year old gas fireplace. Honest, timely and professional. I would highly recommend them!"

Response time2 days

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 Braintree, VT 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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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

In most homes, your chimney and HVAC are separate from each other. However, you can use your chimney to save on heating costs in the winter. Turn off your HVAC system and start a cozy fire, then watch the electric bills drop during the coldest months. Make sure your flue is closed when not in use so that you don’t end up pumping heat or cool air from your system outside.

A fireplace hearth is a fireproof flooring material that extends out from the base of the fireplace and into the room. Hearths can be made of brick, ceramic, marble, limestone, and more. A hearth serves the purpose of decreasing the fire risk in the area directly around the fireplace. If flying embers hit carpet or wood, they’ll spark and create a fire. But if they hit something like tile or granite, they’ll simply go out.

A hearth often looks like a tile or brick floor that juts out from and surrounds your fireplace. A hearth can be made of stone, brick, ceramic, or any other fireproof material. Brick offers a classic and traditional vibe, whereas a hearth made of marble or ceramic may lean more toward modern aesthetics. The most common depth of a hearth is 20 inches.

The time required for a chimney inspection depends on the inspection level. A Level 1 inspection typically takes between 45 minutes and two hours, with an average of about an hour and a half. A Level 2 inspection usually takes less than two hours. A more in-depth Level 3 inspection can take up to five hours, or even multiple days if it requires removing materials. The total duration also depends on the chimney's size, condition, and how long it has been since its last inspection; chimneys with severe damage will require a longer inspection.

Yes, you need to leave your chimney damper open when burning a creosote log so that smoke and other debris doesn’t waft into your house as it’s burning. You’ll need to make sure your damper is fully open, even when the log continues to smoke, until it’s completely out and cold.

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