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Fireplace Insert Installation

Turn an open, drafty fireplace into an efficient heater with a gas, wood, or pellet insert.

Free inspection · No service fee · No obligation

  • 🛡️ Licensed & Insured
  • ⭐ 4.8 (164 reviews)
  • ⏱️ Same-Day Visits
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Key Takeaways

  • Free inspection & estimate — no service call fee
  • Tech calls ahead; same-day & next-day
  • Upfront price on site, approve or walk away
  • CSIA certified, licensed & insured
  • Serving New Haven & 9 metro locations

Considering a fireplace insert installation? An insert fits into your existing fireplace and vents through the chimney — the fuel type drives the rest.

Which fix fits your situation?

If you want convenience, a gas insert lights instantly and vents through a liner — easiest.

If you want lower fuel cost and ambiance, a wood or pellet insert burns hotter; the trade-off is loading fuel versus flip-a-switch.

If you are not sure, a free in-home estimate sizes the insert to your firebox.

Not sure? Text a photo and a tech will point you the right way before any truck rolls.

What we handle

An insulated liner matters when an insert vents through an oversized flue; a tight surround matters for an airtight, efficient fit.

What homeowners say

“The tech called before he came, showed me photos of the cracked crown right on his phone, and gave me the price on the spot. No pressure, no upsell. Honestly refreshing.”
— Dana M., New Haven, CT
“Our cap blew off in a storm and they were out the next morning. Clean, on time, and a good bit cheaper than the first quote I got. They left zero mess.”
— Robert P., Minneapolis, MN
“I'd been putting the chimney off for two winters. One free inspection and I finally knew what I was actually dealing with. Booked it before they left.”
— Allie T., Richmond, VA

The work

Cap & crown rebuilds
Cap & crown rebuilds
Sweeps & Level 2 inspections
Sweeps & Level 2 inspections
Stove & insert installs
Stove & insert installs

How it works

STEP 1Call or text a photo. Tell us what you are seeing and your zip.
STEP 2A licensed tech comes out free and calls 30-60 min ahead.
STEP 3You get the price on site. Approve it or walk away — no fee.
Before you call: have your zip code handy and be ready to describe what you are seeing (a smell, a stain, the cap, a sound). It helps us schedule the right tech fast.

Questions homeowners ask

What is the difference between an insert and a stove?
An insert fits inside your existing fireplace; a stove is freestanding.
Is the estimate free?
Yes, free in-home estimate.
Do you line the chimney for it?
Yes — inserts vent through a properly sized liner, which we install.

Our work follows CSIA certification standards and NFPA 211 guidelines for chimney and venting safety.

Common questions

No smoke. No surprises.

Get your free inspection today