What are common chimney repairs?

<div>Chimney repairs can take many forms for a seemingly simple structure, and costs can vary widely. Common chimney repairs include: <ul><li><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-should-it-cost-replace-flashing-around-chimney.htm">Chimney flashing repair</a>: $150–$500</li><li>Repointing mortar joints: $400–$2,500</li><li>Repair or replacement of flue liners: $200–$7,000</li><li>Patching brick or stone: $350–$3,000</li><li>Pouring a new concrete top: $100–$3,000</li><li>Repairing chimney caps: $75–$1,000</li></ul></div>

What are the most common chimney problems?

<div>Some of the most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-chimney-issues-and-repairs.htm">common chimney problems</a> include:<ul><li>Creosote buildup</li><li>Chimney blockage</li><li>Deteriorating brickwork or stonework</li><li>Cracked chimney top</li><li>Damaged flashing</li><li>Flue liner damage or deterioration</li><li>Damaged chimney cap</li></ul>If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection. </div>

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Q: How much does it cost to replace the top of a chimney?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-chimney-crown-repair-cost.htm">cost to replace the chimney crown</a> or top is about $1,550 on average. The range varies widely depending on the size of the chimney, the materials used, accessibility, and the extent of the damage. If you suspect a problem with your chimney top, call a professional masonry contractor for an inspection. </div>

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Reviewed in May 2013
The Heat Source is a real professional, local, and family owned company. They were early, explained everything to me about what they were going to do, and then showed me where my problems were. They fixed the problems and did all the maintenance. They have probably stopped me from some costly...
The Heat Source
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Reviewed in March 2017
Charlie is great. If you have a chimney or fireplace then he is your guy! Honest and Trustworthy, professional work. He repaired a leak in our Chimney that was flooding our Fireplace and did it super quick and on time. He performed a full inspection inside our old chimney and found an issue that...
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Reviewed in January 2012
The rep arrived within the time period promised. He prepared the work site so he would keep any clean up to a minimum. He adjust the existing insert to provide maximum coverage. He preformed the repair quickly and cleaned up the minimal mess it created. He provided an invoice detailing the...
Above All Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in March 2012
A+ professionals before during and after. Marc was able to quickly assess WHY we continued to have water intrusion in our basement area and provide the solutions to make it STOP, once and for all. As stated earlier, we had already paid local contractors to seal the basement and had even...
Masonry Waterproofing & Drainage Masters LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
It was wonderful. Tikar was very professional and informative. He took pictures, showed me what he was doing and took time to explain how the process worked. I had a estimate for the cleaning and was told by the person who answered the phone that Tikar would quote for the additional...
Midtown Chimney Sweeps of Lancaster
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Reviewed in January 2018
Captain Kirk arrived and quickly found a few issues and fixed them. He had the parts and knowledge to do the work quickly. He took pictures and showed the issues. Excellent work.
Captain Kirk's Chimney Sweep Service
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Reviewed in November 2017
Numerous calls, no returned call. Finally scheduled and they never showed up. No call, no email, nothing. I called several times and my calls were never returned.
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Chimney repair specialists in Terra Bella

James Radley Handyman Services

2220 Miami Avenue

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James Radley Handyman Services

2220 Miami Avenue

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Customers say: Terrific value

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Handymen specializing in residential repairs of all kinds. Plumbing, electrical, appliances, and pretty much anything else you can think of that you need done at your home! 30+ years in the construction industry and now I'm here to fix your problem! Contractor work at handyman prices!

"Numerous reschedulings electrical switch put in wrong sinks not tight and sealed grab bars uneven did not level one faucet halfway put in halfway all the parts laying there."

David M on October 2024

"Numerous reschedulings electrical switch put in wrong sinks not tight and sealed grab bars uneven did not level one faucet halfway put in halfway all the parts laying there."

David M on October 2024

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D & R is a construction company that specializes in chimney inspection and cleaning, repair, and fireplace insert installation (gas, wood, and pellet devices). We install, repair and upgrade fire burning devices. We also reline masonry and metal chimneys. After installation we send a digital report of our finding. We provide nationally certified inspections and cleaning by technicians licensed by the Chimney Safety Institute of America.

"Reginald was awesome. He was very polite and considerate of my time. He arrived at the scheduled time and got right to work. He was also very clean. He laid down tarps so there was no mess left behind. I will be calling him back to install my new pellet stove."

Alicia C on October 2021

25 years of experience

Customer service is our priority and we make a special effort to always work in the best interests of our clients. We do this by applying these values to every project: exceptional time management, high standards of craftsmanship, honesty and integrity, good communication, personal investment, and ongoing skill management. Give us a call today! We look forward to hearing from you.

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BLACK MAGIC CHIMNEY SWEEP

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BLACK MAGIC CHIMNEY SWEEP

318 2ND ST

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We offer :Chimney Cleaning, Chimney Service, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Chimney Sweep.Areas served: Santa Ynez, Santa Barbara, Solbank & Lompoc Counties.

Plooy's Chimney Sweep

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Plooy's Chimney Sweep

1330 Beulah St

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Customers say: True professional

30 years of experience

chimney service, dryer vent cleaning, handyman services.

"Steve Plooy was on time, completed the chimney sweep and cleaned the work space well. Very polite and respectful. Will definitely call him for additional work."

Sharon M on January 2023

chimney service, dryer vent cleaning, handyman services.

"Steve Plooy was on time, completed the chimney sweep and cleaned the work space well. Very polite and respectful. Will definitely call him for additional work."

Sharon M on January 2023

FAQs for chimney repair projects in Terra Bella, CA

Chimney repairs can take many forms for a seemingly simple structure, and costs can vary widely. Common chimney repairs include:

Chimney flashing repair: $150–$500
Repointing mortar joints: $400–$2,500
Repair or replacement of flue liners: $200–$7,000
Patching brick or stone: $350–$3,000
Pouring a new concrete top: $100–$3,000
Repairing chimney caps: $75–$1,000

The cost to replace the chimney crown or top is about $1,550 on average. The range varies widely depending on the size of the chimney, the materials used, accessibility, and the extent of the damage. If you suspect a problem with your chimney top, call a professional masonry contractor for an inspection.

Some of the most common chimney problems include:

Creosote buildup
Chimney blockage
Deteriorating brickwork or stonework
Cracked chimney top
Damaged flashing
Flue liner damage or deterioration
Damaged chimney cap

If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.

On average, chimney repairs cost about $455. However, because of the vast range of potential repairs needed, the cost to repair a chimney ranges widely from $160 to $15,000, depending on the type and extent of repairs required.

The cost to replace a chimney is about $10,000 on average and can cost up to $15,000, depending on the size, accessibility, materials, and extent of the replacement. Sometimes tearing the chimney down to the roof line and rebuilding it is an option. But if the chimney's internal structure deteriorates badly enough, a complete demolition down to the fireplace or the foundation may be necessary.

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