🏠 Installing a New Fireplace in Minnesota? Read This First

Adding a fireplace brings comfort, charm, and real value to your Minnesota home. But before you pick a style or set a budget, it’s important to understand what a home fireplace install involves.

At Chimney Crickets, we’ve installed thousands of fireplaces across Saint Paul, Maple Grove, Stillwater, and beyond. Whether you’re upgrading from an older model or adding a completely new unit, our licensed team ensures everything meets code—and exceeds expectations.

🔥 Should You Choose Gas or Wood?

We help you choose the right system based on your lifestyle and goals:

✅ Gas Fireplace

• Instant ignition and remote control

• Clean, low-maintenance operation

• Highly energy efficient

🪵 Wood Fireplace

• Traditional look, sound, and smell

• Higher heat output

• Works without electricity

Both styles have pros and cons. Our team walks you through every option and recommends the best unit for your space and budget.

📝 Permits, Safety & Planning Tips

A home fireplace install is more than just placing a unit—it must meet Minnesota’s strict building and safety codes. Here’s what you need to know:

• You’ll need the right permits before installation begins

• The chimney or vent system must match the fuel type

• We’ll check clearances, floor protection, and airflow systems

• Existing chimneys must pass an inspection before reuse

We handle all the permits, prep work, and safety checks so your installation goes smoothly.

💡 Boost Comfort & Efficiency

Installing a new fireplace is the perfect time to improve energy performance. We often recommend:

• Installing a top-sealing damper

• Adding a stainless steel chimney liner

• Using gasketed doors to reduce heat loss

• Adding insulated panels to the firebox

These features save energy, keep your home warmer, and make your fireplace easier to maintain.

🔧 What to Expect from Our Team

When you choose Chimney Crickets for your home fireplace install, you’ll get:

• A free consultation and space evaluation

• Guidance on style, fuel type, and venting

• Full permit handling and safety inspections

• Professional installation with code compliance

• Post-installation walk-through and support

🏡 We Install Fireplaces Across MN & WI

From Bloomington to Woodbury, Northfield to Hudson, WI, we’ve installed fireplaces in over 60 cities. Wherever you are in Minnesota or western Wisconsin, we’re ready to help.