Wood-Burning Fireplaces
in Muskoka.
EPA-rated wood-burning fireplaces with full fieldstone surrounds.
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- Licensed · Insured · WSIB
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Our Fireplaces services.
Gas Fireplaces
Direct-vent propane and natural gas fireplaces with stone or timber surrounds.
Explore Gas FireplacesOutdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits
Outdoor wood-burning fireplaces and stone fire pits on patios and decks.
Explore Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire PitsFieldstone Fireplace Surrounds
Floor-to-ceiling fieldstone surrounds around new or existing fireboxes.
Explore Fieldstone Fireplace SurroundsWETT Inspections
Wood Energy Technology Transfer inspections for insurance and resale.
Explore WETT InspectionsFireplace Renovations & Refacing
Updating older fireplaces with new stone, tile, mantels, hearths, and cleaner proportions.
Explore Fireplace Renovations & RefacingFireplace Mantels
Timber, stone, and custom mantel installs sized to the room and fireplace type.
Explore Fireplace MantelsChimney Repair & Rebuilds
Chimney repairs, crown work, repointing, partial rebuilds, and full rebuilds.
Explore Chimney Repair & RebuildsFireplace Inserts
Wood, gas, and electric insert coordination with finish carpentry and surrounding work.
Explore Fireplace InsertsHearth Stone & Tile
Stone hearths, tile hearths, raised hearths, and fireplace floor protection.
Explore Hearth Stone & TileFireplaces Plumbing
Licensed plumbing rough-in, fixture, and repair work tied to your fireplaces project.
Explore Fireplaces PlumbingFireplaces Electrical
Licensed electrical rough-in, fixtures, and panel work tied to your fireplaces project.
Explore Fireplaces ElectricalWood-Burning Fireplaces, done right.
A wood fire is the cottage classic. We install EPA-certified wood-burning fireboxes inside full masonry surrounds, with insulated chimneys engineered for the clearances and draft a real wood fire needs.
Air-tight, not draft-leaking
Old open fireboxes pull heated air up the chimney all night. Modern EPA units close tight, run on outside combustion air, and actually heat the room. We install both, but recommend the closed unit for any cottage you want to keep warm.
Materials and sourcing
We spec materials for how they hold up on a Muskoka property first, and how they look second. That means marine-grade fasteners near the lake, kiln-dried framing where humidity swings, and finishes rated for the freeze-thaw cycle. Where it makes sense we source through Huntsville, Bracebridge, and Port Carling suppliers so lead times stay short and warranty is easy to honour.
Timeline and scheduling
Most wood-burning fireplaces scopes are planned around cottage season, weather windows, and access. We book a real start date once the quote is signed and the materials are secured, share a week-by-week schedule, and give you honest updates if anything shifts. No surprise gaps, no crews disappearing for other jobs.
Permits, inspections, and code
Any wood-burning fireplaces work that needs a building, ESA, or shoreline permit gets pulled in our name, tracked on our schedule, and closed out with the final inspection before we invoice the last bill. We flag anything code-triggered early so you can decide with all the information, not after drywall is up.
What handoff looks like
The last week of any wood-burning fireplaces project is punch-list week: touch-ups, adjustments, cleaning, and a walk-through with you. You get finish-care notes, warranty in writing, receipts for any covered materials, and a clear contact if anything needs attention after we leave.
- EPA-rated wood-burning fireboxes
- Insulated stainless steel chimneys
- Air-tight glass doors and outside combustion air
- WETT-certified install
- Single point of contact from first site walk through final walk-through
- Written quote with clear scope, materials, and inclusions before we start
- Firebox
- EPA Phase III certified
- Chimney
- Insulated stainless steel
- Inspection
- WETT certified
- Service area
- Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Port Carling, Muskoka Lakes
- Insurance
- $5M general liability, WSIB
- Warranty
- 2 year workmanship, longer on structural items
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Ready to start your wood-burning fireplaces project?
Fixed-price proposals, one project manager, and a Muskoka crew that shows up.
A clear path for wood-burning fireplaces.
The details change by property, but the way we run the work stays consistent: understand the space, choose the right materials, build it properly, and close every loose end.
Understand the space
We walk the property, review access, measure the area, and learn how you want the wood-burning fireplaces work to function when it is finished.
Choose the right materials
We compare durability, look, maintenance, lead time, and local sourcing options so the choices fit the end goal, not just a showroom sample.
Coordinate the trades
Carpentry, masonry, tile, plumbing, electrical, drainage, and inspections are scheduled under one project manager when the scope needs them.
Finish and stand behind it
We close the punch list, clean the site, hand over care notes, and put the workmanship warranty in writing.
"We hired Rob to complete a chimney rebuild and do some work on an exterior and interior wall. The work was completed within the agreed upon time frame and when we had an issue with the fireplace after the chimney rebuild Rob was speedy to come back and sort it out."
"We contacted Northern Oaks Contracting because of the skills listed on their webpage covered what we were looking for to build a stone fireplace from beginning to end. We didn't want to hire one company for framing and another for the masonry, and they handled it all."
"Rob did a great job repairing my chimney. He was very prompt to reply and come out to assess our job. His price was fair, he communicated clearly and promptly, showed up on time and completed the job within the timeframe that was agreed on."
"We hired Rob to install a new front porch and repair a set of stone steps leading into our garage. We are extremely happy with how the completed project looks and with the work Rob did for us. Rob was flexible and accommodating."
"Northern Oaks Contracting is a company dedicated to performing a quality product at a fair price. Rob is a knowledgeable individual who is professional, caring and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend this company for any home repairs including stone work."
"Rob did the shower and floor tiling for our bathroom reno. He was courteous and careful, did an excellent job in a timely manner. We have asked him to come back and do some masonry repair for us."
Best general contractor in Muskoka.
Named #1 by the Quality Business Awards for craftsmanship, transparency, and on-time delivery across Muskoka.
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Built properly, backed in writing.
Your wood-burning fireplaces scope closes with written warranty coverage, finish notes, and a clear contact if anything needs attention after handoff.
Every trade in a wood-burning fireplaces project.
We run the full scope or with vetted partners on a single contract. Here's what typically lands inside this kind of project.
Firebox & insert
Wood, gas, and electric units sized to the room and clearances.
Stone surround
Full-height feature walls in natural or manufactured stone.
Mantels & hearths
Reclaimed timber, live edge, or stone mantels and raised hearths.
Venting & chimney
Direct-vent, B-vent, or full masonry chimney depending on the unit.
Gas line
Licensed gas fitter runs from tank or meter to the firebox.
Electrical
Switched ignition, blower circuits, and TV/AV rough-in above the mantel.
Wood-Burning Fireplaces across Muskoka.
Wood-Burning Fireplaces questions.
Can I burn wood I cut on site?+
Yes, with seasoning. Cut wood needs 12 to 18 months under cover before it burns cleanly. Wet wood is the source of most chimney fires.
How do I get a quote for a wood-burning fireplaces project?+
Send a few photos and a short note through the form, or call us. We reply within 4 to 8 hours during business hours, book a site visit if we need one, and follow up with a written quote you can compare line by line.
Are you licensed and insured?+
Yes. Northern Oaks Contracting carries $5 million general liability insurance, is in good standing with WSIB, and works with licensed sub-trades for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and other regulated scopes.
Do you pull the permits?+
Yes. When your wood-burning fireplaces scope needs a building, ESA, or shoreline permit we pull it in our name, coordinate the inspections, and close it out before we invoice the final draw.
What areas do you cover?+
Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Port Carling, Port Sydney, Baysville, Dorset, Muskoka Lakes, Lake of Bays, and surrounding waterfront communities. Water-access lots are welcome, we barge regularly.
How do payments work?+
We work off a signed quote and a progress-billing schedule tied to real milestones, not calendar dates. Deposits, progress draws, and holdback are all spelled out up front. We accept e-Transfer, EFT, and cheque.
Is there a workmanship warranty?+
Yes. Every wood-burning fireplaces project closes with a written 2 year workmanship warranty. Structural, envelope, and manufacturer coverage runs longer where applicable and is passed through to you.
Can you handle plumbing and electrical too?+
Yes. Our licensed plumbing and electrical partners work under our contract so you have one project manager, one warranty, and one invoice covering the whole fireplaces scope.
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Start your wood-burning fireplaces project.
Walk the site with us. We follow up with a fixed-price proposal, usually within two weeks.