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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 Oswego, 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Fire It Up Chimney Services
Fire It Up Chimney Services
4.4(
87
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+8 more

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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United Home Services
4.3(
773
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - RepairClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove+1 more

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a wood-burning fireplace repaired. Dal came out the first day and cleaned the fireplace flue and did a great job explaining the issues I had. A few days later after the weather had cleared, David and Miguel worked hard also repairing the exterior bricks that had mold growing and fixed another top part of the chimney where the concrete was breaking apart. Thanks for getting this fireplace fixed!"
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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RK Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
16
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Brick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - InstallBrick or Stone Fireplace (Gas) - RepairBrick or Stone Fireplace (Non-Gas) - Install+1 more

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Great job. Put in a lot of hard work at a good price. Repaired brickwork on my fireplace chimney, which is tough to reach. They worked and set up safely , which is important when working up high. Excellent job of matching brick colors. Completed work in one day and cleaned up well when done. Would definitely recommend and encourage people to give them a try"
Stone Custom Home
Limestone Custom Home
Limestone Custom Home
Brick Custom Home
Outdoor Stone Fireplace

+11

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

A fireplace that doesn’t require a chimney is simply called a chimneyless fireplace. Don’t confuse these with ventless fireplaces, however. There are some fireplaces that require ventilation via a system of pipes, not a chimney. More specifically, the fireplace in question will likely be called by its name, such as electric, ethanol, or balanced flue.

If there’s a draft within your fireplace, it can lead to a weakening of its flame. And when the fire burns the wood, it won’t burn effectively, resulting in a build up of soot and smoke. If you notice this happening, you’ll want to inspect the glass to see where the draft is getting in. You can also hire a fireplace repair pro to do the work for you.

A fireplace can increase a home's value by as much as 12%, with some reports indicating that homes with fireplaces list for around 13% more than the median sale price. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, adding a charm that many homebuyers find desirable. The actual return on investment depends on the fireplace's size, type, and material.

However, a fireplace can detract from a property's value if it is unusable, not up to code, or in need of immediate repairs. The type of fireplace also matters; custom electric fireplaces and inserts can add value, while freestanding units that can be removed have less impact.

Chimneys should either be sealed or waterproofed, which is different from sealing off—closing at both ends—a chimney. Waterproofing and sealing are both crucial steps to take to prevent water damage and the chimney leaking inside the house. While waterproofing is more comprehensive, both help safeguard your chimney, extending its life span and preventing expensive repairs. 

In addition to flashing, a roof cricket can help divert water around your chimney so that it drains properly off your roof. It’s shaped like a double triangle and is installed behind the chimney so that falling water spills evenly down each side. This helps prevent water from accumulating behind your chimney, which can increase water damage and the risk of leaks. 

The International Building Code (IBC) requires cricket installation if a chimney built after 2012 measures over 30 inches in width. Chimneys constructed before that date are typically grandfathered in and aren’t required to have crickets installed.

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