Excel is the premier Fireplace and Chimney company of Central Illinois. We proudly install, service, and maintain gas fireplaces, wood fireplaces, and wood stoves. We also offer a complete range of professional services for all aspects of your Fireplace and Chimney needs.
There are many different types of wood available to burn. Each type of wood burns differently. This can turn into a very long subject due to the 100's of different types of wood available and all the different properties that each wood has to offer. Certain woods burn cleaner than others, some make more smoke, some may pop and throw sparks, and some burn hotter. We recommend to use a seasoned, split hardwood. Probably the most common hardwood used in fireplaces is oak. Oak creates little creosote when seasoned properly and produces a good amount of heat.
Many masonry fireplaces and chimneys start to degrade with time. The freeze thaw cycle causes absorbed water to create cracks and eventually lead to greater damage. These cracks can become a major fire hazard. Exterior cracks can become very costly if not dealt with as they arise. Any crack in the firebox area needs to be repaired before the fireplace is useable. We grind all the joints that need tuckpointed and use a fireplace rated masonry cement to repair the joints. We service gas fireplaces and gas logs.
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