A steel or cast iron insert turns a drafty open fireplace into an efficient heater, with a liner and a surround that fit neatly.
An open fireplace is beautiful but not very efficient. Most of its heat goes up the chimney and it pulls warm air out of the house to feed the fire. An insert is a closed, glass-fronted firebox that slides into the existing opening and burns wood, gas or pellets far more efficiently. It gives you the same flame with much more warmth in the room.
Installing an insert is more than sliding it in. The flue has to be lined with a pipe that matches the insert, the connection must be tight and the surround has to cover the gap between the insert and the old opening. We handle all of it. We inspect the chimney, choose a fuel type with you, install the insert and the liner and finish with a neat trim.
Wood inserts give real flame and the most heat for the least fuel cost. Gas inserts are clean and easy to switch on. Pellet inserts are steady and controllable. We help you choose.
Most inserts need a liner running from the insert to the top of the chimney. It keeps smoke inside, improves draft and makes cleaning easier.
A surround panel fills the gap around the insert so the opening looks finished. It comes in several finishes and sizes.
Many inserts have a blower to push heat into the room. We place controls where they are easy to reach.
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BeforeAfterEfficient closed firebox.
Matched to the insert.
Finished look.
Pick your fuel.
Safe base.
Easy to use.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationUnused FireplacesA fireplace that sat cold for years can heat the home again. Here are the steps and the…Learn more 
Project situationOlder and Historic HomesOlder chimneys have soft brick, old mortar and no liner. They need a gentler approach and the right…Learn more 
Project situationFirst Fire of the SeasonThe first cold night is not the time to find out your chimney needs work. Here is how…Learn more Answer five questions about your home and your goals and see the fireplace, stove, insert or gas option that fits best.
You tell us about the chimney, fireplace or stove and what you have noticed, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We look closely at the chimney, inside and out, ask how you use it and take photos of anything of note.
We explain what is urgent, what can wait and what is optional, and give you a written scope and options.
We lay drop cloths, seal the firebox and protect the roof and landscaping before any work begins.
We sweep, repair or install with the right tools and materials, checking our work as we go.
We clean up, show you what we did, share tips and set a reminder for your next visit.
For many homes, yes. It makes a fireplace a real source of heat and cuts drafts.
Most can. We measure and check the chimney first.
Usually yes. The liner is part of a safe, efficient installation.
Usually a day.
Yes. Wood and pellet inserts need regular cleaning, and gas inserts need a yearly check.
Chimney Liner InstallationA properly sized liner gives smoke a safe, sealed path up the chimney and protects the masonry from…Explore 
Gas Fireplace InstallationA new gas fireplace brings a clean-burning, controllable fire to rooms that never had a chimney, with direct…Explore 
Wood Stove and Insert CleaningCleaning of the stove body, baffles, stovepipe and flue so efficient wood heating stays efficient and safe through…Explore 
Smoke Chamber PargingThe funnel above the firebox is smoothed with a heat-rated coating, so smoke flows upward and heat stays…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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