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Last update on April 10, 2025
Penguin Fireplace does whatever necessary to ensure 100% customer satisfaction! We offer discounts for contractors and Angie's List members. Our employees are always willing to help you find a great fireplace to fit any budget!
"They came on time. Did the inspection. Seemed a bit pricey for a basic inspection."
Dat N on July 2023
Penguin Fireplace does whatever necessary to ensure 100% customer satisfaction! We offer discounts for contractors and Angie's List members. Our employees are always willing to help you find a great fireplace to fit any budget!
"They came on time. Did the inspection. Seemed a bit pricey for a basic inspection."
Dat N on July 2023
At SDI Insulation, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!
"Joe come out to make sure everything is ok with the project"
David P on October 2022
At SDI Insulation, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!
"Joe come out to make sure everything is ok with the project"
David P on October 2022
At United Chimney Service, Inc., we are a full service masonry and concrete business with over 27 years in the trade. Our specialty is custom built fireplaces places and outdoor kitchens. We are fully licensed and insured and we can give you a free estimate. Please call us today.
"Project not completed yet"
Ignace P on February 2025
At United Chimney Service, Inc., we are a full service masonry and concrete business with over 27 years in the trade. Our specialty is custom built fireplaces places and outdoor kitchens. We are fully licensed and insured and we can give you a free estimate. Please call us today.
"Project not completed yet"
Ignace P on February 2025
Family Owned at SF for over 5 years, Expert plumbing solutions has only experienced quality technicians on staff. Offering full service residential and commercial plumbing, you can be certain that the work is going to be done right and in a timely manner. We are licensed, bonded, and insured for your piece of mind. Expert plumbing solutions is family owned: Our reputation is a reflection of our family, so how our customers feel about us is very important.
"It went well. I would recommend these folks"
Chi Z on March 2018
Family Owned at SF for over 5 years, Expert plumbing solutions has only experienced quality technicians on staff. Offering full service residential and commercial plumbing, you can be certain that the work is going to be done right and in a timely manner. We are licensed, bonded, and insured for your piece of mind. Expert plumbing solutions is family owned: Our reputation is a reflection of our family, so how our customers feel about us is very important.
"It went well. I would recommend these folks"
Chi Z on March 2018
For over 20 years we have been servicing the Greater Bay Area. Our philosophy is that sustainability is an essential aspect of our business strategies. By restoring EPA certified gas, wood and pellet stoves and repairing wood decks, we are recycling old materials into new. We are helping reduce the carbon footprint. By reducing emissions locally and using recycled materials, we help keep the Bay Area a greener place. Our chimney sweeps start @ $175.00 for a Basic cleaning, discounts for multiple sweeps. All deck & patio quotes are customized, our quotes are free. We employ five full-time and one part-time employee.
"We spent over $600 and the fireplace still doesn't work properly. This is the first F grade I have ever given to any contractor."
Evan H on October 2018
For over 20 years we have been servicing the Greater Bay Area. Our philosophy is that sustainability is an essential aspect of our business strategies. By restoring EPA certified gas, wood and pellet stoves and repairing wood decks, we are recycling old materials into new. We are helping reduce the carbon footprint. By reducing emissions locally and using recycled materials, we help keep the Bay Area a greener place. Our chimney sweeps start @ $175.00 for a Basic cleaning, discounts for multiple sweeps. All deck & patio quotes are customized, our quotes are free. We employ five full-time and one part-time employee.
"We spent over $600 and the fireplace still doesn't work properly. This is the first F grade I have ever given to any contractor."
Evan H on October 2018
We are a licensed contractor and provide in-house installation of your fireplace or fireplace insert. Additionally, we can build/install your own BBQ Island. Owner-operated with over 14 years of experience.
"This may be the only negative review of Summit Fireplace and Grill, but please take it to heart. Summit misled us about the heat that their installation would provide, then, instead of trying to remedy our issue, they acted to protect their own interests. See following detail. - We bought and had installed a Chaska-25 gas insert from Summit for about $5300. - Summit estimated and contracted the job without coming to our house o They assured us the insert would adequately heat an 800 sq ft room. - The gas guy had to alter the gas line at an extra cost of $300 above the $450 we already paid. 2 guys worked 1.5 hrs total and installed 30 feet of flex gas line. o Summit could have made us aware of this extra expense if they came to the house to do the estimate. If you are approached with a similar change order, decline it and let Summit deal with it. - We ran the insert a few mornings. It was clear that it didn’t provide adequate heat. o Our room is less than 300 sq ft with an 8 ft ceiling, far from the 800 sq ft that Summit quoted. If we had known, we would not have bought the insert. o On the highest heat setting and second highest blower setting, it took an hour to increase the temperature 3 (sometimes only 2) degrees at only 5 ft from the insert; for example, from 60 to 63 degrees. That’s still cold, not warm! - Ted came out, turned on the flame, looked at the flame, said it appeared to be working as it should, gave us a replacement remote (I have no idea why; the remote wasn’t the problem), and left. o He did nothing to confirm whether our issue was real. He did not check venting, the gas line, or anything else. - We called Ryan and said we wanted the issue fixed or remove the insert and refund our money. o Ryan said he would talk to Ted, then get back to us. o After 4 days with no reply, we sent a written statement of our request, which we believe is the only reason they then contacted us. o Note that we had provided documented tests of the poor heating, with multiple invites to Summit to repeat the experience to confirm on their own, all declined. - Ryan and Ted (I believe) then came to the house. o As Ryan requested, we had PGE first come out to confirm adequate gas pressure to the house. o Ryan tested that adequate gas pressure was getting to the insert and tested the temperature of the glass at the face of the insert. o The temperature at the glass wasn’t the problem. It’s that we can’t sit 5 ft away and get warm. o Again, no effort to confirm our issue, research causes of our issue, or remedy the issue. o Their actions seemed intended to build some defense of their system and installation that were not related to our issue. o Although we asked ‘What now?’, they just left. - This was ultimately resolved as: o The PGE guy had earlier suggested that we test the blower by watching the smoke from a piece of incense. o We saw that the Chaska-25 blower was weak. o At about 2.5 feet away from the insert, we saw an otherwise imperceptible air flow in the opposite direction actually impede the heat from blowing farther out from the insert. o We turned on our house heater fan to draw air into a vent away from the insert. This workaround allows the heat to progress into the room and provide adequate heat where we sat 5 ft away. o Compared to alternatives, this workaround was a satisfactory enough solution for us, so we didn’t pursue any other action, except to request that the electrical line be replaced with metal-clad wire, as the PGE guy also had emphasized. Summit had their electrician replace the wire. o Summit says they install to code, but when asked once, Ryan couldn’t identify the entities whose code they follow. What irritates us is that Summit could have avoided some problems by just coming to the house to do the estimate, and that they then made no attempt to recognize or resolve our legitimate issue. So beware of Summit’s false claims, poor processes, and selfish objectives."
Robert C on May 2018
We are a licensed contractor and provide in-house installation of your fireplace or fireplace insert. Additionally, we can build/install your own BBQ Island. Owner-operated with over 14 years of experience.
"This may be the only negative review of Summit Fireplace and Grill, but please take it to heart. Summit misled us about the heat that their installation would provide, then, instead of trying to remedy our issue, they acted to protect their own interests. See following detail. - We bought and had installed a Chaska-25 gas insert from Summit for about $5300. - Summit estimated and contracted the job without coming to our house o They assured us the insert would adequately heat an 800 sq ft room. - The gas guy had to alter the gas line at an extra cost of $300 above the $450 we already paid. 2 guys worked 1.5 hrs total and installed 30 feet of flex gas line. o Summit could have made us aware of this extra expense if they came to the house to do the estimate. If you are approached with a similar change order, decline it and let Summit deal with it. - We ran the insert a few mornings. It was clear that it didn’t provide adequate heat. o Our room is less than 300 sq ft with an 8 ft ceiling, far from the 800 sq ft that Summit quoted. If we had known, we would not have bought the insert. o On the highest heat setting and second highest blower setting, it took an hour to increase the temperature 3 (sometimes only 2) degrees at only 5 ft from the insert; for example, from 60 to 63 degrees. That’s still cold, not warm! - Ted came out, turned on the flame, looked at the flame, said it appeared to be working as it should, gave us a replacement remote (I have no idea why; the remote wasn’t the problem), and left. o He did nothing to confirm whether our issue was real. He did not check venting, the gas line, or anything else. - We called Ryan and said we wanted the issue fixed or remove the insert and refund our money. o Ryan said he would talk to Ted, then get back to us. o After 4 days with no reply, we sent a written statement of our request, which we believe is the only reason they then contacted us. o Note that we had provided documented tests of the poor heating, with multiple invites to Summit to repeat the experience to confirm on their own, all declined. - Ryan and Ted (I believe) then came to the house. o As Ryan requested, we had PGE first come out to confirm adequate gas pressure to the house. o Ryan tested that adequate gas pressure was getting to the insert and tested the temperature of the glass at the face of the insert. o The temperature at the glass wasn’t the problem. It’s that we can’t sit 5 ft away and get warm. o Again, no effort to confirm our issue, research causes of our issue, or remedy the issue. o Their actions seemed intended to build some defense of their system and installation that were not related to our issue. o Although we asked ‘What now?’, they just left. - This was ultimately resolved as: o The PGE guy had earlier suggested that we test the blower by watching the smoke from a piece of incense. o We saw that the Chaska-25 blower was weak. o At about 2.5 feet away from the insert, we saw an otherwise imperceptible air flow in the opposite direction actually impede the heat from blowing farther out from the insert. o We turned on our house heater fan to draw air into a vent away from the insert. This workaround allows the heat to progress into the room and provide adequate heat where we sat 5 ft away. o Compared to alternatives, this workaround was a satisfactory enough solution for us, so we didn’t pursue any other action, except to request that the electrical line be replaced with metal-clad wire, as the PGE guy also had emphasized. Summit had their electrician replace the wire. o Summit says they install to code, but when asked once, Ryan couldn’t identify the entities whose code they follow. What irritates us is that Summit could have avoided some problems by just coming to the house to do the estimate, and that they then made no attempt to recognize or resolve our legitimate issue. So beware of Summit’s false claims, poor processes, and selfish objectives."
Robert C on May 2018
Geiler plumbing is a family owned and operated company. We have been serving the napa area for three years. When you contact geiler plumbing, you will communicate with the owner directly. The owner will quote the job, perform the work, and write the invoice. We offer senior discounts, as well as military discounts.
Geiler plumbing is a family owned and operated company. We have been serving the napa area for three years. When you contact geiler plumbing, you will communicate with the owner directly. The owner will quote the job, perform the work, and write the invoice. We offer senior discounts, as well as military discounts.
Okell's Fireplace in San Francisco can help you create a clean burning, environmentally friendly, and efficient source of warmth and enjoyment for your home. Our large showroom has lots to choose from and our knowledgeable staff can help you when replacing, upgrading, or creating your fireplace. Okell’s Fireplace was founded in 1947 by James Okell. Jim was a design leader in our industry and was very influential in fireplace accessory design. He produced the highest quality accessories with hand finished and handcrafted beauty. Workmanship and quality were essential to the items he produced and he displayed them with pride. Believing workmanship, high quality materials, and knowledge are essential ingredients to every item we sell, Okell’s Fireplace in San Francisco has been helping to keep California homes warm for over 65 years!
Okell's Fireplace in San Francisco can help you create a clean burning, environmentally friendly, and efficient source of warmth and enjoyment for your home. Our large showroom has lots to choose from and our knowledgeable staff can help you when replacing, upgrading, or creating your fireplace. Okell’s Fireplace was founded in 1947 by James Okell. Jim was a design leader in our industry and was very influential in fireplace accessory design. He produced the highest quality accessories with hand finished and handcrafted beauty. Workmanship and quality were essential to the items he produced and he displayed them with pride. Believing workmanship, high quality materials, and knowledge are essential ingredients to every item we sell, Okell’s Fireplace in San Francisco has been helping to keep California homes warm for over 65 years!
Additional emails - thefireplaceelement@yahoo.com, info@thefireplaceelement.com. Additional contact name - Corinne Pluska.
"Share review Embed review Write an update Edit review 5/22/2020 The fireplace technician failed to install the code required sheet metal stop at 10' intervals, in the chimney flue piping system. This meant that we had to open up and rebuild the wall again. This meant another site meeting with the structural engineer, etc., etc. $$$$. This was a standard building code requirement that they did not follow. The county inspector required that this be dealt with, so the fireplace element sent out its tech again. When the tech arrived to install the sheet metal stop, he complained that my contractor not left a tall ladder. A fireplace flue installation tech who does not bring a ladder - unbelievable! "Great," he said when I told him that they had not left a ladder in place. After he got inside, and after complaining, he said he didn't need the ladder! So I have to pay my contractor and pay the structural engineer more money because the fireplace tech didn't do the job right the first time. I told the tech this, and he told me to "go **** yourself." I'm waiting to see if Corrine takes any steps to deal with this extra money her company has cost me. I will update this review for any further activity."
John S on May 2020
Additional emails - thefireplaceelement@yahoo.com, info@thefireplaceelement.com. Additional contact name - Corinne Pluska.
"Share review Embed review Write an update Edit review 5/22/2020 The fireplace technician failed to install the code required sheet metal stop at 10' intervals, in the chimney flue piping system. This meant that we had to open up and rebuild the wall again. This meant another site meeting with the structural engineer, etc., etc. $$$$. This was a standard building code requirement that they did not follow. The county inspector required that this be dealt with, so the fireplace element sent out its tech again. When the tech arrived to install the sheet metal stop, he complained that my contractor not left a tall ladder. A fireplace flue installation tech who does not bring a ladder - unbelievable! "Great," he said when I told him that they had not left a ladder in place. After he got inside, and after complaining, he said he didn't need the ladder! So I have to pay my contractor and pay the structural engineer more money because the fireplace tech didn't do the job right the first time. I told the tech this, and he told me to "go **** yourself." I'm waiting to see if Corrine takes any steps to deal with this extra money her company has cost me. I will update this review for any further activity."
John S on May 2020
Retrofit existing chimneys for seismic repair and upgrades. We also clean and inspect chimneys for home inspections for either home owners or real estate. We also install gas log sets and gas log lighters for wood burning fireplaces
Retrofit existing chimneys for seismic repair and upgrades. We also clean and inspect chimneys for home inspections for either home owners or real estate. We also install gas log sets and gas log lighters for wood burning fireplaces
A gas log fireplace should be inspected and serviced as needed once a year. Preventative maintenance can help keep your fireplace in working condition and save money in the long run by avoiding more costly repairs on parts that could have been fixed sooner with a regular inspection.
The cost difference between a gas fireplace and a wood-burning fireplace depends on the type of wood-burning fireplace installed. The cost to install a gas fireplace tends to be cheaper than the cost to install a brick wood-burning fireplace. Installing a gas fireplace costs about $3,600 on average, whereas the cost to build a masonry wood-burning fireplace can go up to $30,000. The cost to install a wood-burning fireplace insert or stove can cost from $700 to $6,500, about the same as a gas fireplace on average.
The cost to repair a fireplace depends on the type, extent of repairs needed, and your location. The average cost to repair a fireplace varies depending on the part of the fireplace that needs work:
Firebox: $160–$2,500
Refractory panel: $200–$300
Hearth: $150–$800
Mantel: $500–$1,200
Pilot light: $100–$350
Igniter: $100–$150
Gas valve: $150–$300
Thermocouple: $75–$350
Thermopile: $75–$350
Yes, it can be worth installing a gas fireplace, depending on your home heating needs. The cost to install a gas fireplace can be much lower than the cost to install a comparable wood-burning fireplace. The convenience of starting a fire with the flip of a switch and turning it off just as quickly makes a gas fireplace a big time saver over starting and maintaining a wood-fueled fire. A gas fireplace also does not require ash cleanup or frequent chimney cleaning to remove creosote and other buildup that can lead to chimney fires. Gas fireplaces burn and heat much more cleanly than wood fireplaces.
A gas fireplace insert costs about $3,600 to install, on average. The cost to install a gas log insert ranges from about $700 to $6,500, depending on the size, type of insert, how it works, and heating needs. Gas fireplaces need electrical and gas lines installed properly, so hiring a pro is recommended rather than trying to DIY installation.