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Fireplace...to Service...
Or Not to Service?
In a word...Service! But you probably knew that already. Here are a few tips...
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How often should fireplaces be serviced?
Even if your fireplace is rarely used, the NFPA recommends that all chimneys be cleaned and inspected annually to avoid a fire hazard.
Estimate of Fireplace Repair Cost by Part
Fireplace Part Average Cost Range to Repair
Firebox $150 – $1,000
Panel $200 – $300
Mantle $500 – $1,200
Masonry $500 – $2,500
$385,000 / Sold - Dec 28, 2022
Tell-tale signs your chimney or fireplace needs cleaning:
• Your fireplace smells like a campfire.
• It takes more effort to get a fire going and keep it going.
• Smoke fills the room.
• The fireplace damper is black.
• Fireplace walls have oily marks.
Can I clean my chimney myself?
Cleaning of the chimney’s flue can be done from the roof or through the fireplace. You’ll need a wire brush with an attached extension for this task. After removing the rain cap or animal guard, reach into the chimney with the wire brush and scrub the inner walls of the flue with an up-and-down motion.
$439,000 / Sold - Dec 13, 2022
$255,000 / Sold - Dec 9, 2022
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