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Avatar for A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
4.5(
1,227
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Wayne, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had a wonderful experience working with Anthony at A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. Anthony came out to do an initial inspection and was extremely thorough. He spent time explaining the issues to my husband and I, showing us photos he'd taken and answering all of our questions. When Anthony came out to do the repair work, he was efficient and once again took time to discuss the work he had done with us in detail. We were able to build a fire in the fireplace that same night! I would highly recommend Anthony and A-1 to anyone in need of chimney repairs."
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New Build
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+17

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Top Hat Chimney Service, LLC
Top Hat Chimney Service, LLC
4.9(
83
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Wayne, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony was spectacular. We had Top Hat out to inspect our three gas fireplaces and our chimneys. After removing the vermiculite and spent ash from the bottom of the fireplaces to clean and inspect, Anthony identified that prior to our purchase of the house the fireplaces had been improperly converted from wood to gas. One fireplace did not have a fire box, one fire box had been improperly installed and the third was made from gerry rigged materials that were not fit for purpose. One of the the black pipe connections was made without pipe dope/sealant. One fireplace had a crimped supply line. One fireplace had a 12" bar for a 24" fireplace which was intended to be a starter for a wood fire, not to be used to run a continous gas fireplace. All three posed CO2 hazards. Anthony photographed everything for us, fully explained the issues and remedied all. He was polite, thorough and efficient and fairly priced. Highly recommend Anthony and Top Hat!"
Chimney restoration
Response time9 hrs
101 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Fire It Up Chimney Services
Fire It Up Chimney Services
4.4(
87
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Wayne, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely accommodating and fit me in, just in the knick of time for my inspection window. Also Rob is so knowledgeable. He found a hole in the chimney cap. And knows what to do for it. The home inspector did not have this knowledge so Rob saved the day! I can’t wait to have him do the repair."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Gem Chimney & Duct LLC
Gem Chimney & Duct LLC
4.6(
33
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Wayne, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good work, honest dealers, fair price. I had a weirdly hard time even getting an estimate for a chimney cleaning. Some places want you to schedule the cleaning, after which they will perform an inspection and tell you what else needs to be done. Another place told me I needed another $2000 of repairs that I'm pretty sure are unnecessary. Gem came out quickly for an estimate for the cleaning and identified the limited crack repair, new caps, and waterproofing that would keep my chimney cap protected. Gem's technician Grace was great to deal with on the day of the work."
pilot replacment
cap replacment
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+19

Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Chicago Chimney Service
Chicago Chimney Service
4.8(
51
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Wayne, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario did a detailed inspection and quote. I had three companies bid out the job and he was the only one concerned with the condition of my chimney liner. Turns out the chimney liner was full of holes, potentially a safety issue. If I had hired the other companies that would not have been addressed. Quality of the work was great, always showed up on time and left the job site clean. Main office staff was friendly and easy to get ahold of. If there were any changes they always communicated it ahead of time. The new grout blended in perfectly, chimneys look much better. I also appreciated they offered crown coat, my crowns were in bad shape and look much nicer after using crown coat. They even fixed up some stuff on my brick lamp post."
Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for FPG Chimney & Masonry
FPG Chimney & Masonry
5.0(
41
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Wayne, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed my chimney rebuilt from the roof line up. I picked a brick that was not available so they chose for me and it was a perfect match to my roof and siding. The team was very polite and they cleaned up everything very nicely. Would recommend them to family & friends."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Safe Fire Chimney & Fireplace Services Corp.
Safe Fire Chimney & Fireplace Services Corp.
4.9(
9
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Wayne, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I required a new chimney topper and screening replaced. Jorge and George arrived for estimate right on time, the quote was very competitive and I had the work done the same day, I highly recommend Safe Fire and Chimney,"
worn chase pan
Replaced with stainless steel.
worn chase pan
worn chase pan
Removed rust and coated weather proofing.

+4

Response time1 hour
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chimney Inspection questions, answered by experts

To maintain a slate roof and prolong its lifespan, conduct regular inspections, ideally annually, or schedule professional inspections. Key maintenance includes cleaning gutters regularly, promptly replacing any broken or damaged tiles, and ensuring the flashing remains intact to prevent leaks. It is also recommended to remove overhanging tree branches and address minor issues as soon as they appear.

Cracks in the chimney can be very serious, depending on their location and size. Even small cracks can become serious over time if left unrepaired. Cracks allow heat and moisture to deteriorate your chimney and harmful carbon monoxide gas to seep into your home. Small cracks can often be caulked, while large cracked sections may require full replacement.

Costs depend on pipe length, accessibility, and whether additional services are required.

While you can technically install new roof sheathing over an old layer, it is generally not recommended for several reasons. Installing new sheathing over old can trap moisture, which may lead to future problems, especially in humid climates. It also adds significant weight to the roof structure and prevents you from inspecting the original sheathing for rot, mold, or other damage.

However, in some cases, if the old sheathing has been thoroughly inspected and is in excellent condition with no signs of rotting, warping, or damage, a roofer may install new sheathing over it to add strength and stability. Despite this, the more common and recommended practice is to remove the old roof sheathing entirely before installing a new layer, as removing it is not a difficult task.

The length of time you can leave a leaking roof before it causes damage will vary greatly depending on a variety of factors. The best approach when it comes to roof leaks is to play it safe and fix it as soon as possible, whether you take the DIY route or hire a roofing professional to inspect, diagnose, and repair the problem.

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