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>

Can you use a fireplace after the insert is removed?

• <div><p>In some cases, you can use a fireplace once the insert has been removed. However, before burning a fire, you must have a professional inspect it and the chimney to make sure they're functioning properly and no damage has occurred from removing the insert. That’s because using a fireplace without an insert could create fire hazards due to issues with airflow and heat dispersion, depending on the fireplace design and material. A professional can advise on whether you should make certain repairs or modifications before using your fireplace as an open hearth.</p></div>

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’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. </p></div>

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I hired Austin from Clear View Land Management to create a gravel pad for my RV, fire pit and shed. He also leveled part of the lot and put down sod. Excellent communication, beautiful work, honest and hard-working. The work was done in a timely matter and done well for a reasonable fee. I...
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Reviewed in November 2025
This company performed perfectly. Immediate call backs, techs showing up on time, and parts ordered and installed correctly exactly as they said. This company rocks!!
Huff-n-Puff Fitness Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Great experience! Had a pleasant time from the sales office to the install crew. Clean, respectful and responsive. Would highly recommend for any exterior projects!
Wilco Exteriors, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
Great installers and I will refer them to my friends and family. Great doing business with a company that understands how hard we work for the money it takes to maintain a home. Honesty and integrity are the biggest thing I experienced and they have a customer for life. Thanks Pastor Jeff
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Reviewed in May 2023
Roger from Kitchen Krafters and his team completed another successful project with us. This time around it was updating bathrooms and installing a beautiful built in fireplace/TV surround. As always, the work was excellent, done on time, and with top notch materials.
Kitchen Krafters LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Friendly, explained everything during the quote. Install went easy and quick. The team new what they were doing. Very professional.
LeafGuard
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Reviewed in December 2022
Great owner to work with- did removal of old patio and deck, stairs, and landing. Placed in new stone stairs, brick landing, new wooden stairs and patio flooring. Installed retaining wall and landscaping. Finish product looks great- will have them do future projects.
Graceful LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
Everything was done in a very efficient manner. We had a whole house of windows installed at our home and we are very happy that we had Mad City install them! All of the installers were very friendly and professional.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in January 2022
Dave Gardner set us up with an appointment in only two days for installation of a radon mitigation system. DaveÃ¢Â Â s son, Jordan, and his team were very professional, courteous, friendly, honest, and informative in going over their Ã¢Â Â game planÃ¢Â Â for our installation system. Our radon...
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Reviewed in December 2021
Everything went very smoothly. Our installers were: Luke, Colin, Chris, and Hector. They were at our place from November 2-5. All of them were very polite. The game plan we were given at the outset of the project went exactly as proposed. There was one minor glitch with the bay window...
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

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

A spark arrestor is not the same as a chimney cap. Both sit on the top of the chimney. However, the cap keeps debris from entering the chimney, and the spark arrestor’s primary function is to prevent burning embers from escaping. Some spark arrestors are integrated into the chimney cap, and others are installed separately.

In some cases, you can use a fireplace once the insert has been removed. However, before burning a fire, you must have a professional inspect it and the chimney to make sure they're functioning properly and no damage has occurred from removing the insert. That’s because using a fireplace without an insert could create fire hazards due to issues with airflow and heat dispersion, depending on the fireplace design and material. A professional can advise on whether you should make certain repairs or modifications before using your fireplace as an open hearth.

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.

There aren’t many problems with fire doors except that they slow down or cut off ventilation at the higher rating levels. For this reason, work with a professional to ensure you have adequate ventilation throughout your house or workspace. The sealing around a fire door is meant to allow for a specific amount of ventilation and will need regular inspections to ensure adequate airflow.

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