Wood fireplace installation and chimney planning in Lauderdale Isles
You receive the manual, the listing details and a written record of the work when the fireplace is handed over.
- 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
- Old chimney pipe with separated joints
- A second fireplace for another room
- Chimney parts from mixed brands
- Framing too close to the old unit
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How a new fireplace is built into the house
Replacing a unit versus opening a new wall
Replacing a failed factory-built fireplace and cutting a new opening are different projects. A replacement starts with an enclosure, a chimney path and a hearth that already exist. A new opening starts with bare framing and a roof that has no penetration yet.
Neither is automatically simpler. An existing enclosure may not match the framing a newer unit requires, and old chimney sections may not belong to the new listing. We assess what is already there and explain what can stay, what must change and why.
Insulation kept clear inside the chase
Inside a chase, insulation and other materials must stay secured away from the chimney sections. Manuals warn that contact can overheat the surrounding material. Blocking at the right places keeps blown insulation from drifting into the chimney's air space over time.
We install that blocking and check the gaps before the chase is closed. If the chase is insulated for comfort, we confirm the batts are fastened and clear of the pipe. The finished chase then gets a final look before the cladding goes on.
Planning for a gas appliance later needs the listing
Some owners plan a wood fireplace now and a gas appliance in it later. An unvented gas log heater may sit in a factory-built fireplace only if the fireplace was tested and listed for it, according to the code. Vented gas products also need the maker's approval for that unit.
If you might convert later, tell us now so we can check the listing of the unit you choose. Gas work belongs to separate services, and nothing gas-related is part of this installation. Knowing the plan today keeps the option open instead of closing it by accident.
An old hearth may not suit the new unit
The hearth extension in front of an old unit was sized for that unit's listing. A replacement may need a larger extension, different thermal protection underneath or a different height. Keeping the old hearth only works when the new manual agrees with it.
We check the existing hearth against the new requirements during the free inspection. If it falls short, we explain whether it can be extended or must be rebuilt. Tile matching is hard to promise, so we discuss the finished look honestly before you approve.
What we confirm before a new fireplace is ordered
- Old chimney pipe removal and disposal
- Separate pricing for each installation item
- Masonry chimney lining and cleanout plan
- Grate, screen and supplied accessories check
What people ask about wood fireplace installation
Do you set the tile or stone around the opening?
Only if the estimate names it. Often the finish belongs to a tile setter or mason. Either way, we mark the noncombustible zones and the mantel limit so whoever sets the finish works to the manual.
How soon can we light the new fireplace?
After the installation is complete and any required inspection is done. The early fires should be moderate so the paint and refractory can cure, as the manual explains. We go through the lighting routine with you at handover.
Why does a brand new fireplace smell during early fires?
Manuals describe an industrial odor while oils and binders burn off and the paint cures. It is expected during the break-in fires. Ventilate the room while it lasts, and tell us if the smell continues well beyond that period.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo