Your new fireplace in Hillsboro Pines, installed to its listing
Wood-burning fireplace installation for homes in Hillsboro Pines, with the maker's instructions followed from rough framing onward.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Situations that lead to a new wood fireplace
- A room with no fireplace yet
- Discontinued model with no listed parts
- Renovation plans that include a fireplace
- An old unit that fails its listing
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How a new fireplace is built into the house
Sealing only where the manual allows
It can seem sensible to seal every gap around the chimney. Manuals say otherwise. The space between the firestop opening and the pipe stays open, except where the chimney leaves the conditioned part of the house or enters the attic. There, a high-temperature sealant rated for the job is used.
We apply sealant only at the locations the manual names and leave the other gaps as designed. If a previous contractor foamed around an old chimney, we point it out and explain why it needs attention. Ordinary foam and caulk do not belong against chimney parts.
Avoid overfiring a new fireplace
A fire that is too large or fed too much air can overfire a factory-built unit. Manuals list the warning signs, including a glowing chimney connector, roaring sounds and warping metal. Overfiring can damage the unit permanently and void its warranty.
We explain what a normal fire looks like in your new fireplace and how much wood it expects. Burning scrap lumber, trash or large loads is the usual route to overfiring. If you notice the signs, let the fire die down and ask us to check the unit before using it again.
Finishing an exterior chase to match the house
An exterior chase can be clad to match the house, with siding, stucco, brick or stone veneer, as the manual and the local code allow. The cladding has to respect the chimney's clearances inside the chase and keep water out at the top.
We explain which cladding work we include and which needs another trade. If the chase is to match an existing wall finish, we discuss how close a match is realistic. The chase top and the storm collar are coordinated with the cladding so water sheds cleanly.
Checks made before walls and ceilings close
Once drywall and ceilings are up, clearances, firestops and the attic shield disappear from view. That is why they are checked before the surfaces close. The manual's checklist and any required inspection happen at this stage, not after the finish.
We walk you through the open framing if you want to see what the finished wall will hide. Any item that needs correcting is fixed before closing. The confirmation goes into the written record, so the hidden work is documented. Ask questions then, since the answers are easiest to show with the framing open.
What the free inspection covers for a new fireplace
- Hearth extension size and material
- Firestops and attic insulation shield
- Removal of a failed prefab unit
- Damper type and operation check
Asked before a fireplace installation in Hillsboro Pines
Should I pick the fireplace model before your visit?
It is better to wait. The inspection shows what the framing, attic and roof allow, and some models will not suit them. We can compare a few candidates with you afterward, so the unit you buy fits the installation it needs.
How is the size of the hearth extension decided?
For a factory-built unit, its manual sets the size, material and any protection beneath it. For masonry, the code ties the extension to the size of the opening. We outline it on your floor during planning so you can see its reach.
Can a masonry fireplace be built on an upper floor?
It is rarely practical, because the code requires a concrete or solid masonry footing beneath the fireplace and chimney. A factory-built unit is framed into the floor structure instead. We explain the options that suit your house.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Sweep and Chimney CleaningArrange careful chimney cleaning in Miami with a defined scope, protected work area and useful findings.
- Chimney Liner Installation and ReliningPlan a compatible chimney liner installation with the existing passage, connections and maintenance access considered together.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo