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157 Could not have gone better! Don, the owner, came over to do a survey of the area and provide a quote. He was thorough and knowledgeable of our local code. Because of how close it would be to the house, he let us know a fire pit would not be possible - however he suggested a fire table...
The technician from Jiminy Chimney was prompt, polite and professional. He took out all the old stones, cleaned the interior of the firebox and put in new stones. He took all the dirty stones away. He also took out all the artificial logs, cleaned them and put them back in. The fireplace...
Jiminy ChimneyWe are renovating our 37 year-old home and as part of that wanted to get our fireplace and chimney cleaned and inspected. We choose Soots N Ladders because we have used them in the past and love their service, pricing, and people. As always, Soots N Ladders rocked it out. They were on time...
Showed up on time. Was very professional. Told my wife a few pieces of info that while she was already aware of them, they were details that only someone who really knew the fireplace configuration would know. The fireplaces were pretty clean to begin with and he could have just done a...
Custom Cleaning ConceptsDisconnection and removal of gas grill was accomplished efficiently, including hauling away the old grill. In the process of doing the job it was noted that gas line to fireplace was copper and should be replaced. We will hire them to come back and replace the copper and recondition the gas...
Everything went smoothly. We are going to call back for gas logs for fireplace at a later date.
The installers arrived promptly at the scheduled time. Ryan and Miguel performed a neat and professional installation converting my fireplace to gas logs. They were very neat. Ryan was one of the most knowledgable service people I have ever encountered. I was very satisfied.
Northwest MetalcraftThe project went very well from the sales support to installation. I picked out the new cover and the gas logs at their store. Ed was very knowledgable and offered good suggestions. A rep came out and did the measurements, order was placed and the install happened about three weeks...
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been in business since 1989. We pride our selves on great service at a fair price. At A-1 all of our technicians are certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and we are fully bonded and insured. We are accredited members of the Better Business Bureau, members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild, we hold the best of Lombard award for 2012, 2013&2014 and the best of Glen Ellyn award for 2012 .
"Good, fireplace repaired"
KAYKHAM S on July 2024
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been in business since 1989. We pride our selves on great service at a fair price. At A-1 all of our technicians are certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and we are fully bonded and insured. We are accredited members of the Better Business Bureau, members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild, we hold the best of Lombard award for 2012, 2013&2014 and the best of Glen Ellyn award for 2012 .
"Good, fireplace repaired"
KAYKHAM S on July 2024
We utilize current industry technology for unsurpassed service while still maintaining the best price to product / service ratio. Rest assured and enjoy your Superior Chimney!... Superior Chimney is a family owned and operated chimney sweep and masonry chimney restoration company. Our family recognized the demand for a service overhaul in an industry shadowed by skepticism as a result of it being primarily commission/incentive based for its technicians. We are proud to be a service company, not a sales company! It is our commitment to maintain safe use of all chimney types in all of Chicagoland while exceeding your expected level of service. Our fleet of trucks service all six Chicagoland counties, year round, in effort to minimize chimney fire statistics.
"Excellent service. Nick the technician was very informative, clean, and professional . Would highly recommend Superior Chimney Services"
Mariann H on September 2025
We utilize current industry technology for unsurpassed service while still maintaining the best price to product / service ratio. Rest assured and enjoy your Superior Chimney!... Superior Chimney is a family owned and operated chimney sweep and masonry chimney restoration company. Our family recognized the demand for a service overhaul in an industry shadowed by skepticism as a result of it being primarily commission/incentive based for its technicians. We are proud to be a service company, not a sales company! It is our commitment to maintain safe use of all chimney types in all of Chicagoland while exceeding your expected level of service. Our fleet of trucks service all six Chicagoland counties, year round, in effort to minimize chimney fire statistics.
"Excellent service. Nick the technician was very informative, clean, and professional . Would highly recommend Superior Chimney Services"
Mariann H on September 2025
Valor Chimney Services, established in 1997, proudly operates as your local veteran-owned and operated chimney business. With over 30 years of seasoned expertise, we guarantee to be your top pick for any home project. Fully certified, insured, and bonded, we offer comprehensive chimney and fireplace services. Contact us today; we eagerly anticipate serving you in the future! C.S.I.A Certified #5765 We provide financing options for your convenience for any big chimney or fireplace projects.
"I hired Valor Chimney for 2 projects. One was a dryer vent that needed to be cut through the fieldstone exterior of the house. The 2nd was relining the chimney for the heating and hot water tank. Both jobs were completed to my great satisfaction and timely. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Valor Chimney-great company to work with!"
Julieann A on March 2025
Valor Chimney Services, established in 1997, proudly operates as your local veteran-owned and operated chimney business. With over 30 years of seasoned expertise, we guarantee to be your top pick for any home project. Fully certified, insured, and bonded, we offer comprehensive chimney and fireplace services. Contact us today; we eagerly anticipate serving you in the future! C.S.I.A Certified #5765 We provide financing options for your convenience for any big chimney or fireplace projects.
"I hired Valor Chimney for 2 projects. One was a dryer vent that needed to be cut through the fieldstone exterior of the house. The 2nd was relining the chimney for the heating and hot water tank. Both jobs were completed to my great satisfaction and timely. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Valor Chimney-great company to work with!"
Julieann A on March 2025
With over 10 years experience in the fireplaces industry, Franco's Fireplaces is your industry expert in Chicago. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Fast work, good communication. Make sure you negotiate the price."
Jesse R on March 2025
With over 10 years experience in the fireplaces industry, Franco's Fireplaces is your industry expert in Chicago. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
"Fast work, good communication. Make sure you negotiate the price."
Jesse R on March 2025
Choosing our company brings you the best of both worlds. We are a small family owned business with just as much experience as the big companies. Our technicians have over 30 years experience each and are also masons. Since we are a family owned business, we aren't just putting in our time at work, we put in our all every time. Don't forget about our no mess guarantee! What to expect with us: One of the first things we do before we start is put down a drop cloth to keep your home clean. After we've thoroughly cleaned and inspected the inside of your fireplace, we then check out the condition of the outside of the chimney. If we find anything wrong while we are on the roof, we will take pictures to show you. We will then go over a estimate with you to decide whether you'd like to proceed with the recommended repairs. Most repairs can be made the same day unless we need to special order some parts. Our customers say that we are courteous, prompt, fair, thorough and clean!
"Rob and his crew did a great job.. outside tuck pointing, crack repair, new damper, holes filled. Inside new mortar, smoke chamber fire proofed, new ceramic logs, silica, gas line. Showed us how to operate the new damper and light the fireplace. Perfect job. "
Brent R on August 2025
Choosing our company brings you the best of both worlds. We are a small family owned business with just as much experience as the big companies. Our technicians have over 30 years experience each and are also masons. Since we are a family owned business, we aren't just putting in our time at work, we put in our all every time. Don't forget about our no mess guarantee! What to expect with us: One of the first things we do before we start is put down a drop cloth to keep your home clean. After we've thoroughly cleaned and inspected the inside of your fireplace, we then check out the condition of the outside of the chimney. If we find anything wrong while we are on the roof, we will take pictures to show you. We will then go over a estimate with you to decide whether you'd like to proceed with the recommended repairs. Most repairs can be made the same day unless we need to special order some parts. Our customers say that we are courteous, prompt, fair, thorough and clean!
"Rob and his crew did a great job.. outside tuck pointing, crack repair, new damper, holes filled. Inside new mortar, smoke chamber fire proofed, new ceramic logs, silica, gas line. Showed us how to operate the new damper and light the fireplace. Perfect job. "
Brent R on August 2025
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is family owned and operated, proudly serving the Chicagoland area for more than 30 years. All of our technicians are Nationally certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America (C.S.I.A.). At A-1 we strive for excellence and provide our customers with the highest level of service possible. We guarantee no mess Fireplace, Furnace Flue, and Dryer vent sweeps.
"They wee quick and cheap."
Dan K on March 2025
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is family owned and operated, proudly serving the Chicagoland area for more than 30 years. All of our technicians are Nationally certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America (C.S.I.A.). At A-1 we strive for excellence and provide our customers with the highest level of service possible. We guarantee no mess Fireplace, Furnace Flue, and Dryer vent sweeps.
"They wee quick and cheap."
Dan K on March 2025
We specialize in chimney repairs, masonry work, chimney sweeping, chimney inspections, chimney relining, tuckpointing, power washing, gutter cleaning, and some landscaping.
"Everything went well"
Tyawanda A on May 2025
We specialize in chimney repairs, masonry work, chimney sweeping, chimney inspections, chimney relining, tuckpointing, power washing, gutter cleaning, and some landscaping.
"Everything went well"
Tyawanda A on May 2025
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McClintock Fireplace Services LLC provides inspection, cleaning and repair of fireplaces and chimneys. We provide NFPA Level I, II and III inspections, chimney sweeping, brick and mortar repair, chimney liners, gas lines, gas log sets, custom glass doors, non combustible mantles, fireplace inserts, new construction installation and wood stove installation. We have been in business since 2020, but have been in the industry since 2007. All owners and service technicians are Career Firefighters perform chimney services on off duty days.
"Great to work with. Good communication, nice quality work. They said what they were going to do and did what they said for the quoted price. That’s all anyone can ask for."
Mike S on June 2023
McClintock Fireplace Services LLC provides inspection, cleaning and repair of fireplaces and chimneys. We provide NFPA Level I, II and III inspections, chimney sweeping, brick and mortar repair, chimney liners, gas lines, gas log sets, custom glass doors, non combustible mantles, fireplace inserts, new construction installation and wood stove installation. We have been in business since 2020, but have been in the industry since 2007. All owners and service technicians are Career Firefighters perform chimney services on off duty days.
"Great to work with. Good communication, nice quality work. They said what they were going to do and did what they said for the quoted price. That’s all anyone can ask for."
Mike S on June 2023
The average cost to repair a fireplace is $575. You might pay anywhere from $95 to $2,500, depending on the severity of repairs and the type of fireplace. A typical repair of an igniter can range from $100 to $150. However, if you need to repair your mantel, expect the bill to be anywhere from $500 to $1,200. Wood fireplaces tend to cost more to repair due to specialized labor costs. Electric fireplaces tend to be the most cost-effective to repair, along with gas.
The cost to install a fireplace is $2,440 on average. This cost can range from $150 to $8,000 or more, depending on the type of fireplace, the materials used, and the size.
Electric fireplaces cost around $1,000 to install, and mostly only require wiring installation. Installing a wood fireplace from scratch could cost upwards of $10,000, depending on the foundation needed to support the weight of the fireplace. In addition, gas fireplaces can cost between $2,500 and $10,000.
The cost to remodel your fireplace is $1,200 on average. This cost can range from $400 to $2,000, depending on the extent of work needed.
If you add a hearth to your fireplace, you can expect to pay between $3 and $200 per square foot. However, if you're refacing your fireplace, the price tag will depend on your chosen materials. If choosing tile, you can pay between $1 and $50 per square foot, depending on the design. Stone is a more expensive material, averaging between $60 and $70 per square foot.
Yes, it can be worth installing a gas fireplace, depending on your home heating needs. The cost to install a gas fireplace can be much lower than the cost to install a comparable wood-burning fireplace. The convenience of starting a fire with the flip of a switch and turning it off just as quickly makes a gas fireplace a big time saver over starting and maintaining a wood-fueled fire. A gas fireplace also does not require ash cleanup or frequent chimney cleaning to remove creosote and other buildup that can lead to chimney fires. Gas fireplaces burn and heat much more cleanly than wood fireplaces.
A gas fireplace insert costs about $3,600 to install, on average. The cost to install a gas log insert ranges from about $700 to $6,500, depending on the size, type of insert, how it works, and heating needs. Gas fireplaces need electrical and gas lines installed properly, so hiring a pro is recommended rather than trying to DIY installation.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Use our guide to estimate your fireplace repair costs, based on the type of fireplace you have—and what part is broken.
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