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Avatar for Chimney Discounters, LLC
Chimney Discounters, LLC
4.9(
72
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Serving Sandy Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richard came promptly as scheduled gave detailed attention to my fireplace with various recommendations. Excellent cleaning service, professional and courteous respectful of my home and covid protocol."
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Protecting the top of chimney
Unprotected Chimney
Rebuilt Chimney
Torn - Down Chimney

+18

Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Chimney.com
4.4(
600
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Serving Sandy Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chimney.com did an excellent job installing our new gas fireplace. Brandon and Marlon communicated clearly with us regarding our specific fireplace needs, project updates, delivery time estimates, etc. Russ did a meticulous job with installation and ensured that he completed the job and that everything was working properly before leaving our house. Tiffany was super helpful during the installation process and with additional follow-up later on. I recommend chimney.com to anyone who has fire place projects."
Olney, MD fireplace installations
Olney, MD fireplace installations
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+139

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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MCP Chimney & Masonry Inc
4.5(
49
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Serving Sandy Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was an incredible experience. He does relining of chimneys. He was incredible. The fire box repair was like $2400 which was reasonable. I got several estimates and they were the most reasonable. Everything was done professionally. When they were finished there was no clean up. I'm a real estate agent so you know they've got to be good."
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+8

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Jimney's Chimneys
4.9(
23
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Serving Sandy Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chip was punctual, professional and knowledgeable. He inspected, cleaned and serviced two gas fireplaces in my home. Chip was also responsive when I had a follow up question after the service. I will use the company again and recommend them to others."
Silver Spring Fireplace
Original brick fireplace
Silver Spring Fireplace
Silver Spring Fireplace
72" floating mantel

+5

Response time10 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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DMV Chimney Sweep & Repair
5.0(
11
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Serving Sandy Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex did an amazing job. He provided great communication throughout the entire process, as he had to order a few parts for the chimney. He was very prompt both times he came to the house. He was very careful and clean while working in the house and on the roof. I will always use DMV Chimney Services for my chimney and fireplace needs. Alex cleaned my chimney and added a chimney cap. He did great work and I couldn’t be happier."
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Mortar joints
Crown coating
Brick removal
Rebuilt chimney

+3

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Shelf Chimneys, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Sandy Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Tim was timely, thorough, and honest about the state of my chimney and work that needed to be done. He was very professional, but down to earth and easy to work with. I have worked with him in the past, and know that he is meticulous with his inspection and trust his professional guidance with the work that needs to be done. I highly recommend Top Shelf Chimney. I will be using them again for the repairs and for future inspections."
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A&S Chimney Services
4.7(
26
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Serving Sandy Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We were put in contact with A&S through Angie’s and they called right away to schedule the service for 2/18. They even called a day before because they had an opening earlier than my original date. They were professional and work booties in my home. They cleaned the fireplace and made it look like new again. I would highly recommend!"
Chimney crown replacement
Crown
Cap and Crown
Cap and crown
Cap

+6

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Fireplace Cleaners questions, answered by experts

The most inexpensive option is to paint the brick facing of your existing fireplace. You can create an interesting design with the right color of paint, as long as the brick is in good shape. Sometimes, simply cleaning the brick fireplace makes a big difference in the way it looks. Otherwise, covering an existing stone, brick, or masonry fireplace facing with stucco or concrete is an inexpensive option versus tearing out the existing material and refacing the fireplace.

When comparing which is better between German schmear, whitewash, and limewash, your answer will depend on the look you're going for. German schmear is the best option for those who want a heavily distressed look for their brick without full coverage. Whitewash is best if you like the current brick color and want it to show through. Limewash paint is best for full coverage.

The main difference between limewash and German schmear is their core ingredient. Limewash is made from crushed limestone, while German schmear uses a mortar base. This affects their application, appearance, and longevity. German schmear involves applying a thin layer of mortar to brick or stone and then partially wiping it off. In contrast, limewash is a type of paint. German schmear is essentially permanent, lasting one to two decades with minimal maintenance, whereas limewash has a shorter lifespan of five to seven years. Cost-wise, German schmear is about $1 to $4 per square foot and is typically only available in white or gray.

When it comes to painting your bricks, you’ve got a few options. Traditionally, lime wash (a mix of aged, burned, and crushed lime and water) was used to whitewash brick or stone. You can also find premixed brick whitewash paint that cuts out a few steps and lets you get started faster. However, for the best results, we recommend using a DIY whitewash (white acrylic paint mixed with water).

Limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces if you apply them correctly. Use on non-suitable surfaces can cause issues. For instance, applying limewash or whitewash to surfaces with existing sealants or incompatible materials may lead to poor adhesion or flaking. Also, harsh cleaning agents on limewashed or whitewashed surfaces can damage the finish. Proper preparation, application, and maintenance ensure that limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces.

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