Business Details
45 Years
experience
Top Gas Fireplace Installation & Repair in San Leandro
Since 1981, Top Notch Energy has been the Bay Area's premier provider of gas fireplace and insert solutions. Our locally owned business specializes in sales, installations, and maintenance performed by certified technicians with expertise in both gas and wood fireplace systems. With a 38-year legacy of service, we operate a showroom featuring multiple fireplace displays to help customers visualize products in their homes. Our team prioritizes quality workmanship, offering free consultations and personalized recommendations for energy-efficient heating solutions.We maintain partnerships with leading manufacturers like Valor and Regency to ensure product reliability. Committed to environmental responsibility, we focus on modernizing outdated fireplaces with efficient inserts that reduce heating costs. Our San Leandro location serves as both a retail space and service hub for residential customers seeking professional fireplace solutions.
Services
Gas fireplace installation
Fireplace maintenance
Gas insert sales
Outdoor fireplace installation
Wood stove services
Fireplace repair
Zone heating solutions
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Certified technicians with 38 years of combined experience
- Authorized dealers for leading fireplace brands like Valor and Regency
- Free in-home consultations and personalized recommendations
- Showroom with live fireplace demonstrations
- Specialized in energy-efficient heating solutions since 1981
Services
Gas Fireplace Installation
Professional gas fireplace installation services enhance home comfort while improving energy efficiency. Our certified technicians ensure proper venting and safety compliance for both new constructions and retrofit projects. Customers benefit from personalized consultations to select optimal heating solutions that match their home's aesthetics and functional needs.
Gas Insert Sales
We offer premium gas inserts from trusted brands like Valor and Regency that transform traditional fireplaces into efficient heating systems. These modern inserts reduce heat loss while maintaining classic aesthetics. Our specialists help customers choose models that maximize energy savings and complement interior designs.
Outdoor Fireplace Installation
Custom outdoor fireplace installations extend living spaces while providing warmth for evening gatherings. Our designs integrate seamlessly with patios and gardens, using durable materials suited for Bay Area climates. We handle complete installations from product selection to final construction and safety checks.
Fireplace Maintenance
Regular maintenance ensures safe and efficient fireplace operation. Our technicians perform comprehensive inspections, cleaning, and component checks for both gas and wood-burning systems. Preventative care extends equipment lifespan while maintaining manufacturer warranties and safety certifications.
Wood Stove Services
We provide sales and installation of EPA-certified wood stoves that meet modern efficiency standards. Our services include proper venting setup, safety inspections, and compliance with local burn regulations. Customers receive expert guidance on selecting models that balance heating capacity with environmental considerations.
People
John Notch
Owner
John Notch founded Top Notch Energy in 1981 and has led its growth into the Bay Area's premier fireplace service provider. With decades of hands-on experience, he oversees operations while maintaining direct customer engagement through personalized consultations.
Questions
What services does Top Notch Energy offer?
We specialize in gas fireplace and insert sales, installations, and maintenance. Additional services include outdoor fireplace installations, wood stove solutions, and comprehensive maintenance programs for both gas and wood-burning systems.
Are your technicians certified?
Yes, our team consists of certified technicians with specialized training in gas and wood fireplace systems. We maintain ongoing education to stay current with industry standards and manufacturer requirements.
Do you offer showroom consultations?
Our San Leandro showroom features live fireplace displays with knowledgeable staff available for product demonstrations and personalized recommendations during regular business hours.
What brands do you carry?
We're authorized dealers for leading brands including Valor, Regency, RH Peterson Co., Rasmussen, Portland Willamette, Thermo-Rite, and Stoll fireplace products.
What are your service areas?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area, with a focus on East Bay communities including San Leandro, Oakland, and surrounding cities.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office directly for current payment options as this information wasn't specified in the provided materials.
Reviews (4)
Brooke Butler
Sep 02, 2021
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Johns service was excellent! He came exactly when he said he would and quickly and knowledgeably cleaned and serviced the Valor Fireplace. A warm and fascinating gentleman as well!
Maureen Deierling
Oct 05, 2019
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John will see you something, and when he is in your house, he is fine, but trying to get him there is a nightmare. He not only does not follow a four hour window policy, but he will wait until the end of the day and call you and tell you that you have to call him the following week to figure something out again
Rj
Dec 21, 2017
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You have been warned. The owner, John Notch, is just not very customer focused. He sold us a valor fireplace. He tried to tell us that he had to install it. When we experienced the level of presales customer service we knew installation and post sale would be horrendous so we decided to have someone else install it. First off, he neglected to tell us all the parts we needed to buy to install the fireplace. When the fireplace arrived all the parts that were missing prevented the installation. We told him we wanted the linear heat defuser and he sold us the wrong one then made us rebay the one we
Rafael Santander
Aug 13, 2017
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I am having to file a BBB complaint to get even the simplest of damaged parts replaced. The customer support leaves a lot to be desired. The resulting fireplace is beautiful but doesn't heat as well as advertised plus with the damaged safety grill it's terrifying to turn on when my children are around. The last thing I want is my beautiful little girl to end up with 2nd or 3rd degree burns because the safety grill was defective and the place that sold it to me was couldn't be bothered to help us replace it.
