Why You Need a Pro to Install Your Fireplace

You have been thinking about buying a new fireplace (or about a makeover of your current model) for quite some time now, but you are restricted by a limited budget. You are therefore wondering about ways to save money such as installing this appliance by yourself. Be cautious with shortcuts! You might be put at undue risk. As we approach Fire Prevention Week, we would like to discuss several good reasons for seeking professional expertise to undertake this project.

The importance of knowledge

Roy Mjelde, President of Top Hat Heating, a specialized dealer in fireplaces and chimneys from Wisconsin, in the United States, has seen the consequences of a lack of expertise in this field.

̎In over 35 years of working in the fireplace industry, I have investigated 100’s of situations where houses have caught on fire. In almost every case, it happened because someone who didn’t know what they were doing, installed something wrong. Houses and lives are too important to take a chance on ̎, he says.

Mr. Mjelde, therefore, urges to purchase from a qualified local company.You will be even more satisfied with the end result.

Not only for installation

Beyond safety issues, why should you seek a professional expert? He/she will be able to guide you in all stages of the process. From the purchase to your fireplace service and maintenance needs many years from now. Here are the reasons mentioned by M. Mjelde in more detail.

  • A professional will help you to decide on the size both physically and also BTU (heat) wise what will work best for you. Also, they can help you with the style of the unit that will fit into your décor.
  • A professional will come to your house to help with to make sure that the venting will work both for function and safety.
  • A professional will make sure that all framing and finishing is done correctly. Also if it is a gas unit they will make sure the size of the piping is correct and that it is done safely.
  • A professional will do the proper set up of the unit to make sure it looks good and functions correctly.
  • A professional will stand behind what they do and be able to repair your unit when you need it in the future.

Other ways to respect your budget

Even when using the services of an experienced retailer, it is still possible to save money on your investment. For instance, you could choose certain fireplace features.

Below is a list of fireplace and grill stores that service New York (NY)

Ridgefield, CT

Yankee Doodle, Inc.
71 Ethan Allen Highway
Ridgefield, CT 06877

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Bellmore, NY

Costello's Bellmore Hot Tub
5135 Merrick Road
Bellmore, NY 11762

Carmel, NY

Best in Backyards
30 Commerce Dr
Carmel, NY 10512

Clifton Park, NY

Matchless Stove & Chimney
1581 State Route 9
Clifton Park, NY 12065

Findley Lake, NY

Matters of The Hearth, Inc.
2842 Route 426
Findley Lake, NY 14736

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Glenmont, NY

Matchless Stove & Chimney
693 US Route 9W
Glenmont, NY 12077

Holtsville, NY

Ocean Stone & Fireplace
180 Long Island Ave
Holtsville, NY 11742

Island Park, NY

Costello's Island Park Hot Tub Showroom
3965 Long Beach Road
Island Park, NY 11558

Mahopac, NY

Best in Backyards
119 US-6
Mahopac, NY 10541

Marathon, NY

Papa Bear's Riverside Stoves
96 Cortland Street
Marathon, NY 13803

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Maspeth, NY

NYC Fireplaces & Outdoor Kitchens LLC
5830 Maspeth Ave
Maspeth, NY 11378

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New Windsor, NY

Best in Backyards
432 Temple Hill Rd
New Windsor, NY 12553

Plattsburgh, NY

The Hearthside Shoppe
1024 Military Turnpike
Plattsburgh, NY 12901

Smithtown, NY

Costello's Smithtown Hot Tub
602 Smithtown Bypass
Smithtown, NY 11787

Syracuse, NY

Hearth and Home of Syracuse
6701 Manlius Center Rd
Syracuse, NY 13057

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Utica, NY

The Hearth Shop @ Universal Hearth Stores Inc.
1420 Champlin Ave
Utica, NY 13502

Williamsville, NY

American Eagle Fireplace LLC
8455 Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221

Barre, VT

Chimney Sweep Fireplace Shop
1284 US Rte, 302 Ste 10
Barre, VT 05641-2317

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Bennington, VT

Friends of The Sun
126 Hicks Avenue
Bennington, VT 05201

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Manchester, VT

Friends of The Sun
159 Depot Street
Manchester, VT 05255

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Shelburne, VT

Chimney Sweep Fireplace Shop
3113 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT 05482

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For more information, contact your local fireplace and grill store.

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