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NorthlineExpress

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4 / 5
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1.8 / 5
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Overview

NorthlineExpress has a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,427 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with NorthlineExpress most frequently mention customer service, timely manner, and free shipping. NorthlineExpress ranks 1st among Fireplaces sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 78.1%
Positive
545
Neutral
28
Negative
125

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Positive highlights

  • Great selection, good quality products, efficient service.
  • Easy to find the correct stove pipe that works for me, thank you!

Critical highlights

  • Customer service is an all time low with this company.
How would you rate NorthlineExpress?
Business's Favorite Review

“Found exactly what I was looking for to light multiple...”

null n.
7/21/20

Found exactly what I was looking for to light multiple porch candles. Had to use many matches, so now, just one. Hurray.

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Top Positive Review

“The reason I rated you so well is you stock the fitting...”

Joe B.
11/27/20

The reason I rated you so well is you stock the fitting I've been trying like crazy to find. Two other companies I ordered from sent me basically appliance connectors instead! Neither understood "why I need that side crimped even though the pic on both sites clearly showed the exposed inner pipe crimped! I'm hoping the third time is the charmer. I got a feeling it is, your the only site that explained the purpose of the fitting. I wish I found you guys way back when.

Reviews (1,427)

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customer service (324) quality products (79) stove pipe (86) chimney pipe (51)
Thumbnail of user williame1851
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 4th, 2024
Verified purchase

So far so good! Just hope all goes well! Will send excellent 5-star feedback! After i receive the shelter and set it up! Thank you.

Thumbnail of user annac1908
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 15th, 2024
Verified purchase

Overheated our magicheat during a power outage, and this replacement thermostat worked great to get us up and running again. Thanks!

Reason I chose this business:

Had the part I needed

Thumbnail of user marcs798
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 18th, 2024
Verified purchase

Good help from the customer service person. Verified the cap would work with my stove pipe. Received cap in just a couple days and it does everything thing the information says it will do. Easy to install and absolutely stop the down draft I had.

Customer service was very nice and helpful.

Reason I chose this business:

Cheapest price for the quality of product.

Service
Thumbnail of user witoldm5
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 1st, 2024
Verified purchase

Never do business again with this seller, we returned last September and 6 months later no refund, seller is saying that he didn't received the item.thanks a lot…

Not good

Reason I chose this business:

They had the product in stock

Service
Thumbnail of user jacoby42
Jacob Y. – NorthlineExpress Rep

Dear Witold, We are very sorry for this experience with our company and understand your frustration.If you have not done so already, please reach out to our Customer Service team at fireplaceorders@onlinestores.com. You will hear from our Customer Service team as soon as possible and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this, we are so sorry for this experience!

Thumbnail of user cynthiah2231
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 8th, 2024
Verified purchase

The ordering experience was fine. Delivery was later than expected. We opened the grate and used it to find out it's not big enough for our fireplace. It's actually smaller than the dimensions in the description on the web site says. When I called to see about exchanging it, I was told it couldn't be because it had been used. I thought it was "satisfaction guaranteed". Guess not. We need one larger and one that is higher than what we got. I'm currently looking around for others.

Reason I chose this business:

We've ordered from them in the past over the years and had no issues.

Thumbnail of user jacoby42
Jacob Y. – NorthlineExpress Rep

Dear Cynthia, We are very sorry for this experience with our company and understand your frustration. If you have not done so already, please reach out to our Customer Service team at fireplaceorders@onlinestores.com. You will hear from our Customer Service team as soon as possible and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this, we are so sorry for this experience!

Thumbnail of user thomasm4985
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 8th, 2024
Verified purchase

Great customer service. Item was shipped quickly, but did not work out. The return process was easy.

Thumbnail of user wendyg788
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 5th, 2024
Verified purchase

I can't tell you how nice it was to talk to somebody that knew there products and had answers to our questions. Best experience.

Best experience. Helpful and knowledgeable.

Service
Thumbnail of user toddm1155
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 26th, 2024
Verified purchase

The company makes excellent fire grates. This is the second fire grate for another home that I've had to purchase. They're extremely well built and the dimensions are exactly as they state. When I had some questions their customer service was very responsive and provided me with the information I needed. I am very happy with this company and their products.

I had some basic questions and the customer service representative answered them efficiently and quickly as they could.

Reason I chose this business:

For their excellent products.

Service
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Jacob Y. – NorthlineExpress Rep

Thanks for the awesome review, Todd! We work hard to meet expectations and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

Thumbnail of user pamelab2530
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 25th, 2024
Verified purchase

We needed to return an extra pipe that we had ordered, nothing wrong with it, just an extra. We had to push for it on the phone, we only got a return slip after we returned it, they charges a restocking fee and it had already cost a lot to ship back. Overall, I think they are trying to make it easier to just keep stuff and not return it. I feel ripped off, because I only got about half of the original cost back when I returned it due to the return costs.

Reason I chose this business:

Friend recommendation

Thumbnail of user beverlyw281
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 31st, 2024
Verified purchase
• Updated review

This product really works. My sweeps are very pleased with the results. I use it generously and always burn my stove hot.

Reason I chose this business:

I order this product by the case.

Your products and service are great
February 17th, 2023
Verified site experience
• Previous review

Your products and service are great. I have shopped here for several years now.

I've had some issues with your recent software changes
April 10th, 2021
Verified site experience
• Previous review
Thumbnail of user adams2315
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 12th, 2024
Verified purchase

Site is quick load/react smooth, well layed out and fairly clean. Navigating and shopping was a breeze. Partly my fault for waiting so late before christmas (and maybe i just didn't see it) but i wish there was an option for expedited shipping. A guaranteed 3-day shipment would have done the trick. Standard shipping had it delivered the day after xmas.

Reason I chose this business:

Google search -> shopping
Best pattern and design to fit our carpet color and mom's tastes on the 1st page and the best of the 11 pages i looked through.

Thumbnail of user lesterr92
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 25th, 2024
Verified purchase

Basically everything is there but some parts need grinding or drilling to go together! I give this assembly to the professionals!

Reason I chose this business:

It had a great deal!

Thumbnail of user susans6401
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 9th, 2024
Verified purchase
• Updated review

I'm very pleased with the purchase, it even arrived early, but ordering it took some patience. Was promised 2 coupons then told at checkout I could only use one per order. Also using the coupons required setting up an account. Took much extra time chatting to figure all that out

Reason I chose this business:

Found it in a search for indoor log holders

Was promised 2 coupons then told at checkout I could...
December 26th, 2023
Verified site experience
• Previous review

Was promised 2 coupons then told at checkout I could only use one per order. Also using the coupons required setting up an account. Took much extra time chatting to figure all that out

Thumbnail of user tricias274
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 8th, 2024
Verified purchase

I placed an order on Dec 18th for an extra large fireplace grate that was a Christmas gift. It was lost in shipping unfortunately. I emailed them about it being lost and they mailed a new one the next day. It did arrive the day after Christmas, but that was still excellent service in the short time from when I originally placed the order. The fireplace grate is perfect, very heavy and quality is what was expected.

Reason I chose this business:

Internet search is how I found them and liked the reviews.

Thumbnail of user jamest3638
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 5th, 2023
Verified purchase

Order 6" diameter adjustable wall strap for stove chimney. Diameter of the product is 10" so it did not fit. When I called to return and order the right product told I would need to pay shipping back, a restock fee, and the cost of their shipping to me. If I would have done that it would have given me little to no refund on a product that is not advertised properly. Beware of any purchases from this company. No customer service. Their lose because I have 10 stoves to install this season

Thumbnail of user jacoby42
Jacob Y. – NorthlineExpress Rep

Dear James, We are very sorry for this experience with our company and understand your frustration. If you have not done so already, please reach out to our Customer Service team at fireplaceorders@onlinestores.com. You will hear from our Customer Service team as soon as possible and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this, we are so sorry for this experience!

Thumbnail of user jond662
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 15th, 2024
Verified purchase
• Updated review

I ordered the wrong flashing which they noticed at the company. A representative called me to confirm my choice thinking I might have ordered it for another job. I didn't and it saved so much time by double checking my mistake. Above and beyond customer service.

Reason I chose this business:

Best selection of chimney and stove pipe out of anyone

Hope you don't need it anytime soon
December 15th, 2023
Verified purchase
• Previous review

Ordered chimney pipe and all that goes with it. Cap, support and flashing on Nov 23rd and yet I'm still waiting on everything but the support and cap. It's Dec 8th.

Reason I chose this business:

Looking online

Thumbnail of user tomh2302
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 8th, 2024
Verified purchase

My order was processed quickly and correctly. The chimney parts shipped from two locations from the west and the east. Both shipments arrived on the day that Northline Express had said they would. I am very pleased with their promptness and as I still need a few more parts for phase two of my installation I will use Northline Express for those also.

Reason I chose this business:

Northline Express had all the parts I needed and at very competitive prices.

Thumbnail of user trishe50
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 30th, 2024
Verified purchase

I have wanted this fireplace rug for several years, when I saw it was on sale, I decided to buy, it will replace an older rug that I love but have not found anything similar to. From everything I've seen, it looks to be good quality & will hold up to to our oversized wood burning fireplace that helps mitigate high northern utility bills.
The order came fairly quickly, it was rolled up, not folded & only took a day or 2 to flatten out, the colors are warm and muted and fit well with the living room.

Thumbnail of user christopherp1811
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 27th, 2024
Verified purchase
• Updated review

I'm happy that my down draft was 95% fixed with your product and I have recommended you on a few groups on Facebook
But I'm a bit disappointed with the shipping and lack of packaging for the product
I received the cap and it was bent and folded on itself around the stovepipe fresh air chamber
I'm handy enough to bend it back and put it on
My problem was fixed but I was a bit disappointed with my problem
I'm not worried about it but I could see others sending it back and never trying it again

Reason I chose this business:

Vacu stack cap for 6 inch double wall chimney

Ask me this after I receive the product
March 11th, 2024
Verified site experience
• Previous review
Thumbnail of user gingers352
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 30th, 2024
Verified purchase

I ordered a stovepipe cap and they were at least $30 cheaper than the nearest competitor. Very happy with my purchase and experience!

Thumbnail of user melanieb893
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 30th, 2024
Verified purchase

My order languished - I received confirmation of the order and waited a week for shipping. I had to call and inquire about shipping. The rep said she would send an email to the warehouse. I did receive a shipping notice a few days later. Eventually, the order arrived. The quality of the item seems okay. I just wonder why my order was lost and why I had to track it down. I wouldn't recommend this company, unless you want to go through a headache to get your order.

Reason I chose this business:

I thought the price/quality seemed good. I was afraid to buy a cheap fireplace tool set on Amazon ($60 range), so I paid over $200. I was hoping for much higher quality. The set I finally received seems heavy duty and has been working fine. Time will tell.

Thumbnail of user jacoby42
Jacob Y. – NorthlineExpress Rep

Dear Melanie, We are very sorry for this experience with our company and understand your frustration. If you have not done so already, please reach out to our Customer Service team at fireplaceorders@onlinestores.com. You will hear from our Customer Service team as soon as possible and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this, we are so sorry for this experience!

Thumbnail of user dominicg152
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 7th, 2024
Verified purchase
• Updated review

Everyone at Northline was very helpful and worked with me an my order. The gas logs took a couple months to deliver, but overall, everything went fine.

Reason I chose this business:

Found online

Service
Arrived very quickly
February 22nd, 2024
Verified purchase
• Previous review

Northline Express has been great to work with. Thank you.

Reason I chose this business:

Found it online.

Thumbnail of user marcusw372
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 13th, 2024
Verified purchase

All your videos and the website makes decisions easy.

Thumbnail of user mariag3197
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 30th, 2024
Verified purchase

Ordering and receiving were great, its the product itself that doesn't feel like its worth what I paid for sure.

Reason I chose this business:

Just came upon when looking for a fireplace screen

Thumbnail of user jacoby42
Jacob Y. – NorthlineExpress Rep

Dear Maria, We are very sorry for this experience with our company and understand your frustration.If you have not done so already, please reach out to our Customer Service team at fireplaceorders@onlinestores.com. You will hear from our Customer Service team as soon as possible and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this, we are so sorry for this experience!

Thumbnail of user ricki86
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 15th, 2023
Verified purchase
• Updated review

Easy to use. Works as advertised. Game changer for dealing with logs, especially with those on the ground.

Reason I chose this business:

Liked the product

Easy to use
October 1st, 2023
Verified site experience
• Previous review

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We offer top quality, hand selected, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, stoves, stove pipe and more to heat your life up. Great prices and Fast Shipping!

Business History

Northline Express is an online retailer and vendor that specializes in fireplaces, chimneys, hearths (the area or floor in front of the fireplace), as well as a variety of other outdoor living products. Northline Express is the most recent addition into the Online Stores Inc. family. Online Stores Inc. is a privately owned e-commerce company that comprises of seven other sites and stores. The sites and stores included are the United States Flag Store, the English Tea Store, Discount Safety Gear, Construction Gear Store, the Safety Girl Store and Lightup. Online Stores Inc. is an A+ rated member of the Better Business Bureau of Westmoreland County.
Northline Express is based out of New Stanton, Pennsylvania, along with its parent company Online Stores Inc. Northline Express primarily operates out of a warehouse in Youngwood, Pennsylvania and Sparks, Nevada for the shipping and manufacturing of its products. The latter was added to aid and assist in this process to better serve its customers on west coast. Northline Express has two of the very own brands of products with WoodEze, a line that consists of a variety of firepits, firewood racks, camping supplies and heaters and with FiveOaks, a line dedicated to outdoor patio furniture.

Northline Express has a dedicated YouTube channel, NorthlineExpress which has over 17k subscribers. The channel focuses on product reviews, demonstrations, installation and general product information.

The Northline Express site has an exclusive chimney and stove pipe planning guide, named Chimney Wizard which helps customers find and discover what kind of product is best suited for their custom chimney and stove pipe installation needs.

The site does feature products from popular brands in the chimney pipe field such as DuraVent, Selkirk and Shasta Vent.

The site does offer wholesale of its products to qualifying customers and was the reason behind the creation of the WoodEze brand.
Northline Express has received positive feedback from consumers and publications.

History
Northline Express started out as a smaller family-owned business by Rob and Joe Cochran in 1994, where it ran independently until 2017 when it was acquired by Online Stores Inc.
The Northline Express brand WoodEze was created in 2007.

Recognition
2021:
• Northline Express was ranked #14 in Best Online Shops in "DIY, Tools, Supplies," category by Newsweek
2020:
• Northline Express was ranked #1 in Best Online Shops in “DIY, Tools & Supplies” category by Newsweek

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