At JW Fireplace Sales & Consulting, we specialize in creating safe, beautiful, and functional fireplace solutions for homes and businesses. From expert consulting and product selection to professional installation, repairs, and outdoor fire features, our team delivers code-compliant craftsmanship tailored to your space, style, and budget. Serving Howell, MI and surrounding communities, we’re your one-stop source for fireplaces, chimneys, and outdoor living enhancements

Fireplace Consulting by JW Fireplace Sales & Consulting

Whether you’re building new, remodeling, or solving a persistent fireplace issue, JW Fireplace Sales & Consulting helps you make confident, code-compliant decisions. We translate technical fireplace requirements into clear options—saving you time, budget, and headaches from the first sketch to the first cozy fire.

What Our Fireplace Consulting Covers

• Project Scoping & Feasibility — Assessing site conditions, venting paths, gas/electrical availability, and framing to determine what’s possible before you spend.
• Appliance Selection — Matching wood, gas, or electric fireplaces (and stoves/inserts) to your goals for heat, efficiency, maintenance, and aesthetics.
• Code & Safety Guidance — Clear direction on clearances, hearth and mantel dimensions, combustibles, make-up air, seismic/anchoring, and local code compliance.
• Venting Design — Direct-vent, B-vent, chimney relines, chase design, offsets and terminations—calculated and documented.
• Heat Management — Strategies like heat-distribution kits, convection channels, powered transfers, and TV-over-fireplace protection.
• Retrofit Planning — Converting wood to gas, adding inserts, or upgrading to high-efficiency systems with minimal disruption.
• Finish Coordination — Surrounds, mantels, non-combustible facings, stone/tile specifications, and expansion gap details for clean finishes.
• Troubleshooting — Diagnosing smoke spillage, pilot issues, poor draft, odors, and nuisance shutdowns with actionable fixes.

Who Benefits

• Homeowners planning a new fireplace or resolving performance issues.
• Builders & GC’s seeking code-ready drawings and product specifications that keep schedules moving.
• Designers & Architects who want precise dimensions, clearances, and material guidance that protect the design intent.
• Property Managers & HOA’s needing standardized solutions for multi-unit projects and compliance documentation.

Our Process

1. Discovery Call — We clarify goals, style preferences, heat needs, and budget.
2. Site Review — On-site or virtual walkthrough to document framing, vent routes, gas/electric access, and clearances.
3. Design & Specification — We present model options, venting layouts, finish details, and a code checklist.
4. Coordination — We align with your builder/installer, answer inspector questions, and adjust details as needed.
5. Final Verification — Pre-install review and post-install check for safe, reliable operation.

Gas, Wood, or Electric—Which Is Right for You?

Deliverables You Can Expect

• Specification Packet — Model selections with BTU/efficiency data, framing specs, clearance diagrams, and finish requirements.
• Venting Layouts — Plan/section diagrams with lengths, elbows, rise/run, terminations, and required firestops.
• Code Compliance Checklist — Local and manufacturer requirements summarized for inspectors and installers.
• Finish & Mantel Guide — Hearth dimensions, surround thickness, TV offset/heat deflection notes, and material do’s/don’ts.
• Budget & Timeline Guidance — Clear expectations to keep your project on track.

Common Issues We Solve

• Smoke Roll-Out — Diagnosing negative pressure, undersized flues, or cold-chimney starts and providing cures.
• Poor Draft — Correcting vent sizing, vertical rise, and termination placement to stabilize flame and heat.
• Overheating Finishes/TVs — Adding heat-management kits and detailing non-combustible zones.
• Pilot & Ignition Problems — Fuel pressure, venturi air, and sensor placement checks with step-by-step remedies.
• Renovation Constraints — Creative vent routes and low-impact retrofits for existing homes and tight chases.

Why Choose JW Fireplace

• Brand-Neutral Guidance — We recommend what fits your space and goals, not just what’s in stock.
• Code-First Approach — Safety and compliance are baked into every plan.
• Clear, Buildable Details — Drawings and specs your trades can actually follow.
• End-to-End Support — From concept to inspection, we stay with you.

Preparation Checklist

Before your consultation, gather:

• Photos or plans of the space (with measurements if available)
• Preferred styles or inspiration images
• Access info for gas/electric and any HOA or code notes
• Target budget and timeline

FAQs

Service Area & Appointment Types

We offer on-site and virtual consultations. On-site availability depends on project location; virtual sessions are ideal for early planning, design reviews, and troubleshooting.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact JW Fireplace Sales & Consulting to book your consultation. Bring your ideas—we’ll bring the technical know-how and a clear plan to make your fireplace safe, beautiful, and built to last.

Note: Installation and service work should be performed by licensed professionals and must follow manufacturer instructions and local codes. Our consulting provides the documentation and coordination to help your team deliver a safe, compliant installation.

Comprehensive Fireplace & Outdoor Living Services

In addition to expert consulting, JW Fireplace Sales & Consulting provides a full suite of sales, installation, repair, and maintenance services—indoors and out. Here’s a quick guide to how we can help:

Sales & Selection

• Fireplace Sales — Curated gas, wood, and electric models to fit your style, heat needs, and budget.
• Fireplace Inserts — Gas and electric insert solutions to upgrade efficiency and refresh existing hearths.
• Gas Fireplace Inserts — High-efficiency sealed systems with reliable heat and convenience.
• Fireplace Gas Logs — Realistic vented and ventless log sets sized and tuned for your firebox.

Installation & Construction

• Fireplace Installation — Complete, code-compliant installs for new construction and remodels.
• Fireplace Construction — Framing, chases, mantels, surrounds, and non-combustible facings.
• Fireplace Remodeling — From classic masonry refreshes to modern media walls.
• Electric Fireplace Installation — Clean, low-impact installs perfect for condos and feature walls.
• Ventless Fireplace Installation — Qualified placement and safety considerations for vent-free systems.

Repair, Troubleshooting & Upgrades

• Fireplace Repair — Ignition, pilot, and control issues resolved with precise diagnostics.
• Chimney Repair — Masonry, liners, caps, crowns, and leak mitigation.
• Chimney Services — Sweeping, inspections, and maintenance for safe operation.
• Chimney Sweeping — Creosote removal to restore draft and reduce fire risk.
• Chimney Inspections — Level I–III evaluations with clear reports and repair plans.

Outdoor Fire Features & Kitchens

• Outdoor Gas Fireplace Installation — Built-in or freestanding units for patios and four-season rooms.
• Outdoor Natural Gas Fireplace Installation — Hard-piped solutions for dependable, year-round comfort.
• Outdoor Gas Fire Pits — Custom and kit-based designs with safe gas routing and ignition options.
• Outdoor Kitchen Accessories — Grills, side burners, refrigeration, and ventilation components.
• Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets — Weather-ready cabinetry planned for function, storage, and style.

Air & Vent Maintenance

• Dryer Vent Cleaning — Lint removal improves appliance efficiency and reduces fire hazards.

Why Bundle Services With JW

• One Team, Start to Finish — From product selection to inspection, we manage the details.
• Code & Manufacturer Alignment — Every install and repair follows published specs and local codes.
• Transparent Recommendations — Brand-neutral guidance focused on performance, safety, and aesthetics.

Contact JW Fireplace Sales & Consulting

Ready to plan your project? Call or email today to schedule a consultation, request a quote, or book service.