"I contacted Ben and he was able to come out two days later. I had a leak around my chimney and needed my gutters cleaned. Ben and his assistant where on time and very personable. I explained the issue and Ben was able to tar the chimney and another problem area right away. They also cleaned all of the gutters including a detached garage. I am very happy with Ben's service and will use him again for future projects."
"The appointment was scheduled within a week of my purchase. The crew was running ahead of schedule, so they called and asked if they could come early. This worked for my schedule so we moved up the appointment. A two man crew arrived and introduced themselves in a very professional manner. They asked if there were any problem areas that needed to be looked at and proceeded to start cleaning the gutters of my two story house. They worked quick and efficiently and had cleaned up where they were working and were done within 35-45 minutes. They let me know that they had finished and thanked me for using them for this service. "
"It was written up to be chimney and foundation check. I wasn't home when he arrived, my husband was, and no foundation inspection took place. He had a couple of good tips, but not very detailed or in depth. "
Yes, professionals can often retrofit models with minimal disruption.
Most residential range hoods have a CFM between 200 and 600. A higher CFM means your range hood is better at removing smoke and odors from your kitchen. The measurement ultimately depends on your stove’s width and heat output as well as the size of your kitchen.
Compared to the average size of a stove and kitchen, 350 CFM would be the minimum recommended rating for the average kitchen. However, selecting a higher CFM range hood would guarantee better ventilation to match your cooking habits, whether they’re minimal or extensive.
A range hood is an exhaust fan for your kitchen, and several types and styles exist. They are meant to remove grease, moisture, and fumes from your stove. Although some models filter and recirculate the air, the most effective ones remove the air through a duct that’s vented to the outdoors.
No, range hoods do not necessarily have to be vented outside. Ductless or non-vented range hoods are available, which are common in condos or small kitchens where connecting to external ductwork isn't feasible. These hoods operate by taking in air, filtering it through charcoal filters to help eliminate smoke and odors, and then recirculating the cleaned air back into the kitchen. However, while these recirculating hoods are more versatile, venting to the outside is still the preferred and more effective method for completely removing smoke, odors, and gases from the room.
No, you can’t install just any microwave over your range. You have to get a specific type of microwave known as an over-the-range unit. These include venting and lighting features that you’ll need above your stovetop.
Although countertop units are more affordable, they won’t work for this type of installation. To avoid hazardous conditions in your kitchen, buy the right type of microwave for your needs.
The Kiel, WI homeowners’ guide to chimney cap services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Sealing your chimney is one of the most affordable ways to prevent water from penetrating the bricks. This guide breaks down the cost to seal a chimney.
The average cost to repair or replace a chimney crown depends on the damage, material, and any other chimney maintenance services bundled into your project.
Not all chimneys have caps, but most fireplaces can benefit from having one. But what is a chimney cap, and why is it important? Our guide breaks it all down.
