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About Us – Why Home Flame?

Why Choose HomeFlame for Your Outdoor Kitchen and Fireplace?

Are you looking for a new outdoor kitchen, fireplace, fire pit, or portable grill in the Triangle area of North Carolina? Visit HomeFlame. We serve Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Cary, Holly Springs, Apex, and many other nearby areas.

HomeFlame is a third-generation, family-owned business.

Started in 1987, The Grilling Store was founded by Michael Davis and father Stanley Davis on the belief that fun, comfort, and relaxation should happen both inside and outside the home. What began as a propane retailer with one grill soon grew into a retail site, complete with a showroom. Before long, demand had increased, and they were selling not only grills but fireplaces and other products as well. After working as a service tech in the family business and eventually developing a passion for bringing elegant outdoor kitchens to life, and with their products being at the heart of that, in 2011, Chris Davis took over with excitement about growing the company. In their side business flipping houses, Chris and his wife realized that The Grilling Store was much more than that — they were creating an experience where their products fit nicely into an overall vision of a warm, comfortable, elegant home. And knowing that for centuries, humankind has been drawn to fire and intrigued by it, they felt the name HomeFlame better encapsulated this idea and the new brand — their legacy — was born.

What makes the HomeFlame name even more significant is that our homes have become even more central to most of our lives in recent years. By creating an enjoyable outdoor space that draws friends and family — it can become the heart of your home. Whether you plan to host family barbecues, large parties, or simply want to create an inviting place for rest and relaxation in nature, with the help of HomeFlame, you can design an outdoor living space that enhances your life.

Featured in Hearth & Patio Products Report magazine twice, we take pride in the quality of our work and each individual customer experience.

What makes HomeFlame different:

  • Extensive collection of popular product manufacturers
  • Skilled craftsmanship, only the best will do for our customers
  • Top-of-the-line materials that are durable, sleek, and functional
  • Leverage technology and other resources for a modern touch, making it easy to visualize your completed custom kitchen
  • True white glove service from beginning to end. We want you to rave about your experience
  • Speed is the new economy, and our goal is to help you complete your outdoor kitchen quickly
  • You’ll never worry about a grill or fireplace not working properly again
  • Knowledgeable and meticulous service department is committed to your satisfaction
  • Leaving no stone unturned, our 20+ point inspection ensures you can safely operate your fireplace

Contact us for a complimentary, on-site estimate for your next fireplace, fire pit, or outdoor kitchen equipment.

Careers

Are you ready for a fulfilling career with HomeFlame? We have some of the best and brightest members in the industry on our team. If you want to feel excited about waking up for work and are energized about delivering a world-class experience to our valued customers, we want to get to know you!

Google Reviews
  • Don did a great job!

    Debbie Barry
    March 6, 2025

    We had a great experience with Don from Home Flame! He came over to inspect our fireplace and made sure everything was working perfectly. Don was incredibly professional, courteous, and... read more

    aimee nadeau
    March 6, 2025

    Very detailed, professional and polite! I would recommend this service to anyone. Thank you Ian!

    David McLean
    February 17, 2025
  • HomeFlame persisted with some delays from the manufacturer to really come through. Our fireace is beautiful. Don was fantastic throughout.

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    John Kostic
    February 17, 2025

    I’m really glad I called the Home Flame store to report what was happening with my gas fireplace. Don Ivins came out, fixed the problem quickly, and stayed long... read more

    Mary Sroka
    February 17, 2025

    Hard to find quality work. Ian was very thorough and exceeded my expectations!

    Christine Harp
    February 17, 2025
  • Two service calls by different technicians, one ordered part, and several phone conversations with the main office add up to a first-rate company. The first tech got our fireplace... read more

    Judith Yaross Lee
    February 17, 2025

    Appointment was scheduled quickly and the person who performed the service on my fireplace was very friendly and did a great job. Thank you. I am so excited to have... read more

    Kendra Connolly
    February 10, 2025

    Our gas fireplace was installed when we built our home in 1997. Never serviced for many years. Our failure due to lack of knowledge.. Also minimal usage.. The... read more

    deborah mcfarlane
    February 10, 2025
  • Nathaniel was brilliant. He was very knowledgeable and thorough, and also friendly and tidy in leaving the fireplace area clean. I now know that my gas fire is functioning well.... read more

    sharon caird
    February 10, 2025

    Excellent Service, Good Experience. Don, the service person from Home Flame, serviced my fireplace. He arrived on time. He protected my property by covering my floor before beginning... read more

    T McGinley
    February 10, 2025

    Small place, but, to me, a very large selection of grills and some accessories. However, the staff is knowledgeable. The man I spoken with was very friendly and gave me... read more

    Clyde Morgan
    June 26, 2022
  • Dustin did an excellent job cleaning and adjusting our gas fireplace. He also cleaned the unit and glass front. I will definitely continue to use The Grilling Store and Fireplace... read more

    Steve Meisinger
    June 26, 2022

    Don Ivins was very helpful and knowledgeable in letting me know what my options were and what would work best for me. Highly recommend

    Cheryl Unangst
    June 26, 2022

    Technician, Brian, was on time, friendly, professional and very thorough. My fireplace looks great!

    T C
    May 26, 2022

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