Monthly Archives: July 2010

How do I get overgrown ivy removed from my chimney?

Posted on July 31, 2010 by admin

We just moved into a historic two story home and the previous owners allowed English Ivy to overtake one chimney. The chimney isn’t even visible because the ivy is so thick. It’s growing inside our windows, and I’m sure it’s … Continue reading →

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How do i get rid of bees in my chimney?

Posted on July 30, 2010 by admin

A couple of days ago I noticed there was some bees in my house and more and more came so I took a look outside around my house and noticed there was a swarm of bees on the top of … Continue reading →

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how do I fix a chimney that was half gone from the house?

Posted on July 28, 2010 by admin

My brick chimney cracked during an earthquake years ago. I removed the loose bricks to the roof level and covered the hole with plywood since we never use the Fireplace. Now i want to fix it so it looks like … Continue reading →

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How much does it cost to clean a pellet stove?

Posted on July 27, 2010 by admin

a wood Pellet Stove i am not asking how to clean it! At a job my dad was asked to clean a pellet stove, not involving the company, just from him. So he was wondering how much should he charge … Continue reading →

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How much to remove a capped brick chimney with no fireplace running from basement, up 2 floors and thru attic?

Posted on July 16, 2010 by admin

The house is over a century old and the Chimney is completely walled in, except in the basement and attic, there is no fireplace. I would estimate 40′ tall. We were told it was in bad shape (crumbling) and had … Continue reading →

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What do you call an insert to cover your fireplace opening?

Posted on July 16, 2010 by admin

Not a screen, but a decorative piece that would fit tightly inside the fireplace opening to block it off. I googled "fireplace insert" but keep getting gas Fireplaces. Really, Not a screen? Perhaps a damper? A screen is put in … Continue reading →

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I want to get an outdoor fireplace for my newly redesigned patio. Help?

Posted on July 8, 2010 by admin

Any suggestions? Brands? wood vs. electric? Size recommendations? coal fire pits are good as they double up as bbq’s as well and look really contemporary i wouldnt buy electric as they cost a fortune the other alternative is a patio … Continue reading →

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