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Avatar for A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
4.5(
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+12 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Anthony and Brandon were excellent, extremely professional and knowledgeable! Anthony and Brandon repaired our chimney and installed a new damper and cap and beautiful new logs in under 2 hours! Both men were very friendly and answered all our questions. We couldn't be more excited about our new fireplace and cannot wait to show it off! We highly recommend A-1 Safety Chimney Service and Anthony and Brandon, they exceeded our expectations and we couldn't be happier!! Thank you Anthony and Brandon and A-1 Safety!!!"
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+17

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Chimney USA Inc.
Chimney USA Inc.
4.4(
218
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+1 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had chimney work done by Chimney USA, Inc. They did a good job. We had 2 chimneys repaired as well as flashing over porch area. Mirna was great in setting things up. Chris W. and Rafael were great at doing the work."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Robert's General Masonry Repair
Robert's General Masonry Repair
5.0(
261
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Brick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert was one of three potential providers I contacted for our situation. One provided repeated excuses for delays in coming over and ultimately never submitted an estimate; one was competitive in price but much too long-winded and off-topic in his explanations (uncomfortably so), and the third was Robert.
I have read many of the positive reviews of Robert's services and could wrap this up by simply saying "The same!" However, Robert is such a professional, positive and accomplished guy that it is worth my writing (and you reading) another thumbs-up experience.
Simply put, Robert is the type of tradesman that every single homeowner on Angie's would want to do business with. If there is an electrician, plumber, etc. out there with the same skills and customer service in their fields that Robert has in his field, I'd sure like to meet them.
Here's the Cliffs Notes version:
Highly capable
Reliable
Respectful
  • Professional
  • Trustworthy
  • Very responsive 
  • Easy to work with
  • Goes the extra mile
  • Fantastic follow-up
  • Very good prep and cleanup 
  • Came equipped with good-quality photos of many recent jobs, from high-end to more common
  • TONS of great reviews here on Angie's

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Robert was over within hours of my initial inquiry. I have a 60-year-old home I purchased less than a year ago and it has a beautiful fireplace of colorful, rough-hewn stones that extends to a very large chimney outside  During certain rains and snows, however, random stones above the firebox were showing moisture. 
The stone chimney extends well outside the house and it isn't hard to imagine that there could be innumerable places where water could infiltrate. Sure enough, upon inspection Robert found numerous examples of cracks and missing mortar well above the roofline which he documented with his camera and showed me. It was also apparent that the previous tuckpoint job at an unknown time in the past was hastily-applied, probably just a patch-up job. In fact,  it wasn't even proper tuckpointing material, but ordinary gray cement.
See my detailed list of the work performed in the previous field called "What did the provider do."
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+11

Response time4 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
P.Z. Masonry Inc.
4.8(
6
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

P.Z. Masonry Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Chimneys R Us, LLC
Chimneys R Us, LLC
4.0(
35
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplaceClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+7 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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+9

Response time1 hour
Response rate99%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Zandstra Masonry, Inc.
Zandstra Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - Repair

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Zandstra Masonry, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your property with respect and care. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Clean regularly, check for cracks, and inspect the chimney annually for safety.

Pellet stoves do require electricity to power their automated features, such as the pellet feeder, fans, and digital controls. However, their electricity consumption is relatively low compared to other household appliances. During a power outage, pellet stoves equipped with battery backup systems or manual ignition options can still operate, though fans and automatic feed mechanisms may not function. Have a backup heating plan in place for these situations, especially if you live in a region prone to severe weather events.

There are a handful of things you can look out for that indicate fireplace repair is necessary in your home:

  • See or smell smoke in your home during use.

  • You smell gas or unusual odors coming from your fireplace.

  • The fireplace is visibly damaged or crumbling.

  • The igniter won’t light.

  • You notice shaling (pieces of chimney lining) building up in your fireplace.

  • Any portion of the fireplace is rusted.

  • You notice efflorescence (white stains) on the brick.

If any of these signs emerge or you suspect that you have an issue, call in a fireplace repair professional immediately.

Minor cleaning and maintenance are DIY-friendly, but professionals should handle structural or electrical repairs.

If you have a gas fireplace, you should be able to see a vent exiting the fireplace directly to the outside of your home. You may also see gas lines leading to the fireplace. If the firebox in the fireplace is completely empty, it’s a wood-burning fireplace. There should be no burners or igniters in the fireplace.

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