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"Our gas fireplace insert was not working consistently. The technicians came and took measurements and gave options for returning to an open wood burning fire or a wood burning insert. They removed the gas insert and from their information, I know I need a wood burning fireplace insert. They also cleaned the fireplace and flue system. Excellent work! I will re-hire them to repair the brickwork, crown and flashing."

"Fantastic!!! John came on 3/28 to diagnose refrigerator repair/part needed to be ordered. Set up that repair for 4/2 and found out he did gas fireplace cleaning and check ups. He cleaned both fireplaces and replaced the part in my refrigerator on 4/2. He was on time, responsive to all questions and did a super job. I highly recommend him and will use him again!"

North Star Chimneys specializes in chimney inspections, repairs, rebuilds, tuckpointing, crown repairs, chimney relining, flashing, fireplace restoration, and chimney sweeping throughout the Twin Cities and surrounding Minnesota areas. We are CSIA Certified and a BBB Accredited Business, with over 10 years of specialized chimney industry experience and 25+ years in residential construction. Our focus is on quality workmanship, honest assessments, safety, and long-term chimney solutions built to handle Minnesota’s harsh freeze-thaw climate. From routine chimney cleanings to full masonry rebuilds, we take pride in delivering professional, code-conscious workmanship and dependable customer service.\n

"They tuck pointed my fireplace chimney which was badly in need of work, and repaired a wide crack on the front side of my brick house. A number of bricks needed replacing. Great job at a great price."

AJJ Gomez Solid Rock, we dedicate to create outdoor living spaces, water features, & lawn maintance. We have 10 years of experience, and we are owner-operated.

CHIMNEY INSPECTIONS LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2\nWE DO NOT SERVICE GAS FIREPLACES\n\nChimney Rebuilds\nWhen deterioration of the chimney reaches the point of no return, the solution is a tear-down and rebuild. A partial chimney rebuild can be done in cases where a portion of the structure is salvageable. All rebuilds include installation of a new concrete chimney crown.\n\nChimney Liners\nChimney liners provide an extra layer of protection between the chimney wall and your home. This additional protection is critical, as defects commonly appear in the chimney wall, beginning a process that gradually erodes the chimney. As the chimney wall gives way to deterioration, the potential arises for the infiltration of smoke and gases into your home, as well as damage

"Project was completed with no problems and workers were very customer friendly and had answers for any questions asked. Also upon completion of work any debris was completely cleaned up before leaving the site. Completely satisfied with work completed and would definitely refer Guardian friends for anyone needing work done on their fireplace / fireplace chimney. Warren LeVake Golden Valley Mn"

"Very well, it was a complicated installation with the existing fireplace having to be cut out with a torch and with both natural gas and electric lines run to the fireplace. Everything got done on time and looks exactly as advertised despite the additional subcontractors required to do the job."

"From start to finish, we had a good experience with Fireside Hearth and Home. The store sales staff: very knowledgeable -- they had good information and suggestions but let us make the final decisions without pressure. The installers: neat, courteous, and very accurate  -- an especially welcome skill as they made holes in our wall to vent the stove pipe out and run the gas line in. The scheduler: a true gem -- she cheerfully juggled staff to guarantee our established start-up date.
This is the second purchase we've made at the Eden Prairie store (we had a corner fireplace installed in our upper level 15 years ago), and we would not hesitate to go there again if we ever want a similar type product installed.
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I bought two fireplaces. Here is my experience. I was a

mixed bag with both some good points and a problem.



First I got a quote from the Minnetonka store. The sales rep

was excellent, but I didn’t really understand the rest of the sale process. The

store’s quote is contingent on a pre-installer coming out and reviewing your

property. So its really not a quote like other vendors. This pre-installer told

me the specification for the fireplace that the salesperson said would fit and

the manufacturer specification of the fireplace was wrong.  He increased the price and gave me less of a

fireplace. It felt like bait and switch. He was also less than truthful and

didn’t tell me my options. After a bad experience with the pre-installer I

called the sale rep and she was able to get some help after a fairly involved

process of checking with an installation supervisor. Again she was a trooper.

But this took a fair amount of time.



I ended up paying a higher price and only got part of what I

wanted. But by the time that happened I was pretty far into the process. Home

and Hearth’s process is very rigid and not consumer friendly. It took a week

and a half for the pre-installer to come out and about a month and one-half

before the installation. Some of this may be due to the fact it is a product

that is installed in your home. The installation crew was excellent.



My price ended up about $1000 higher than was originally

quoted. That made the difference between the next vendor and Home and Hearth

about $2000 higher for identical equipment.  I got things worked out sort of, but it cost

me more money, lots of time consuming hassle and felt I wasn’t told the total

truth about some important factors. 



 




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