Schlemmer's Fire & Outdoor
About Schlemmer's Fire & Outdoor
In 1903, John Schlemmer opened a small harness and buggy shop at 108-114 West Canal Street in Downtown Wabash.
Services
repaircap-installationfireplace
Credentials
CSIA Certified
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful Resources
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7 Chimney Sweep Scam Patterns and How to Spot Them
The 7 chimney sweep scam patterns documented across 27 consumer sources — bait-and-switch, fake Level 2, multi-alias SEO, unnecessary relining. How to spot each one.
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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Chimney Sweep (Complete Checklist)
The complete list of questions to ask your chimney sweep before, during, and after the visit. Good answers, red-flag answers, and what they reveal.
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Level 1 vs Level 2 vs Level 3 Chimney Inspection: Which Do You Need
Level 1, 2, and 3 chimney inspection per NFPA 211 — what each includes, when it's required, cost ranges, and how scammers exploit the Level 2 designation.
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