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Chimney Experts

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Chimney Experts

4.86(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
23 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Chimney Experts is a trusted provider of comprehensive chimney services for homeowners. Our team of experienced professionals takes pride in ensuring the safety and functionality of your chimney. Whether you need chimney cleaning, inspections, repairs, maintenance, or installations, we have you covered. Safety is our utmost priority. We fully understand the potential hazards associated with chimneys and strictly adhere to safety regulations. Our team is well-trained to implement necessary precautions, guaranteeing a safe and secure chimney operation for your home. What sets us apart is our commitment to personalized service. We know that each chimney has unique requirements, and we take the time to understand your specific needs. Whether it's routine maintenance or complex repairs, our experts offer tailored solutions that meet your chimney's demands, ensuring optimal performance. At Chimney Experts, we prioritize quality workmanship. We use top-of-the-line tools and materials to deliver lasting repairs and installations. Our team of skilled technicians stays up-to-date with industry practices, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards. Customer satisfaction is our ultimate goal. We value your time, and our reliable and punctual service reflects our commitment to meeting your needs. When you choose Chimney Experts, you can expect thorough and efficient service that leaves your chimney in excellent condition. If you're in need of superior chimney services, trust Chimney Experts. With our expertise, attention to detail, and dedication to customer satisfaction, we provide the best solutions for all your chimney maintenance and repair needs. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and experience the Chimney Experts difference for yourself.

"The job was completed efficiently neatly and in minimal time. My fireplace works great and I am thankful."

Dulany W on December 2025

Chimney Experts is a trusted provider of comprehensive chimney services for homeowners. Our team of experienced professionals takes pride in ensuring the safety and functionality of your chimney. Whether you need chimney cleaning, inspections, repairs, maintenance, or installations, we have you covered. Safety is our utmost priority. We fully understand the potential hazards associated with chimneys and strictly adhere to safety regulations. Our team is well-trained to implement necessary precautions, guaranteeing a safe and secure chimney operation for your home. What sets us apart is our commitment to personalized service. We know that each chimney has unique requirements, and we take the time to understand your specific needs. Whether it's routine maintenance or complex repairs, our experts offer tailored solutions that meet your chimney's demands, ensuring optimal performance. At Chimney Experts, we prioritize quality workmanship. We use top-of-the-line tools and materials to deliver lasting repairs and installations. Our team of skilled technicians stays up-to-date with industry practices, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards. Customer satisfaction is our ultimate goal. We value your time, and our reliable and punctual service reflects our commitment to meeting your needs. When you choose Chimney Experts, you can expect thorough and efficient service that leaves your chimney in excellent condition. If you're in need of superior chimney services, trust Chimney Experts. With our expertise, attention to detail, and dedication to customer satisfaction, we provide the best solutions for all your chimney maintenance and repair needs. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and experience the Chimney Experts difference for yourself.

"The job was completed efficiently neatly and in minimal time. My fireplace works great and I am thankful."

Dulany W on December 2025


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First Impression Hardscapes, LLC

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First Impression Hardscapes, LLC

4.93(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers. First Impression’s will turn your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! - OUR MISSION: To provide lifestyle changing hardscapes that are aesthetically pleasing, durable, and have eternal value. - OUR VISION: To be the leading hardscape installer in Maryland and Washington D.C. by becoming home and property owners’ first choice for all of their hardscape needs. - OUR HISTORY: First Impression Hardscapes has over 20 years combined experience in serving the D.C. metro area. Our quality of construction is second to none, and we also pride ourselves in having superior customer relations. All of our crews are completely “in house”; we do not use sub-contractors. We are licensed and insured for all of your hardscape needs. No matter how large or small, we are pleased to transform your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! -- Additional email: [email protected].

"Prompt service. We are very happy with the quality of work. We would hire them again."

Jesse T on May 2025

First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers. First Impression’s will turn your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! - OUR MISSION: To provide lifestyle changing hardscapes that are aesthetically pleasing, durable, and have eternal value. - OUR VISION: To be the leading hardscape installer in Maryland and Washington D.C. by becoming home and property owners’ first choice for all of their hardscape needs. - OUR HISTORY: First Impression Hardscapes has over 20 years combined experience in serving the D.C. metro area. Our quality of construction is second to none, and we also pride ourselves in having superior customer relations. All of our crews are completely “in house”; we do not use sub-contractors. We are licensed and insured for all of your hardscape needs. No matter how large or small, we are pleased to transform your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! -- Additional email: [email protected].

"Prompt service. We are very happy with the quality of work. We would hire them again."

Jesse T on May 2025


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AROCON Roofing & Construction

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AROCON Roofing & Construction

4.51(
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Customers say: Quality work
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

AROCON offers superior services at an affordable price because we are your Maryland & Virginia contractor. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Dorchester, Frederick, Howard, Harford, Montgomery, Prince George's, Queen Annes, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worchester Maryland counties, as well as Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Fauquier, and Prince William, Virginia counties and parts of Southern Pennsylvania. Instead of focusing on completing as many jobs as possible, AROCON focuses on providing quality work and getting to know our customers. This allows us to provide high quality, customized results and unparalleled customer service without adding extensive overhead or expenses. For all of your Roofing & Construction needs, you can count on our experienced team at AROCON Roofing & Construction. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Howard, Harford and Montgomery counties, including parts of Prince George's county and Southern Pennsylvania. Call us today to make Home Improvement, Simplified. #rooftuneup.

"They quoted half of the other two we got quotes from. Work was scheduled a couple weeks later and done in a day."

Katrina B on October 2024

AROCON offers superior services at an affordable price because we are your Maryland & Virginia contractor. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Dorchester, Frederick, Howard, Harford, Montgomery, Prince George's, Queen Annes, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worchester Maryland counties, as well as Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Fauquier, and Prince William, Virginia counties and parts of Southern Pennsylvania. Instead of focusing on completing as many jobs as possible, AROCON focuses on providing quality work and getting to know our customers. This allows us to provide high quality, customized results and unparalleled customer service without adding extensive overhead or expenses. For all of your Roofing & Construction needs, you can count on our experienced team at AROCON Roofing & Construction. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Howard, Harford and Montgomery counties, including parts of Prince George's county and Southern Pennsylvania. Call us today to make Home Improvement, Simplified. #rooftuneup.

"They quoted half of the other two we got quotes from. Work was scheduled a couple weeks later and done in a day."

Katrina B on October 2024


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First Class Chimney Services, LLC

4.69(
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First Class Chimney Services, LLC

4.69(
164
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

First Class Chimney Services' experienced technicians arrive when they say they will. We provide a level of customer service satisfaction in the chimney business. Our Certified Chimney Technicians are experts in regular cleanings, pointing and retouching, and restorations authentic to the original. Our mission is to provide you with the information and quality service you need at a reasonable rate. If at any time within completion of our chimney services should you find a workmanship problem, or anything you are not quite satisfied with, contact us immediately. We will promptly respond to the issue and do our best to make the situation right with you. First Class Chimney Service, LLC would be pleased to hear from you! Please let us know what your needs and questions are; we will be more than happy to help you.

"I told them what they need to do a better job in scheduling. I waited them for 3 hours on Saturday and 2 hours for today and they never showed up."

Terry W on September 2025

First Class Chimney Services' experienced technicians arrive when they say they will. We provide a level of customer service satisfaction in the chimney business. Our Certified Chimney Technicians are experts in regular cleanings, pointing and retouching, and restorations authentic to the original. Our mission is to provide you with the information and quality service you need at a reasonable rate. If at any time within completion of our chimney services should you find a workmanship problem, or anything you are not quite satisfied with, contact us immediately. We will promptly respond to the issue and do our best to make the situation right with you. First Class Chimney Service, LLC would be pleased to hear from you! Please let us know what your needs and questions are; we will be more than happy to help you.

"I told them what they need to do a better job in scheduling. I waited them for 3 hours on Saturday and 2 hours for today and they never showed up."

Terry W on September 2025


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Guerrero's Services LLC

5.00(
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Guerrero's Services LLC

5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, outdoor kitchens and living, hardscaping, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"I would highly recommend Guerrero's Services for any home-related projects. We were fortunate enough to be able to hire Luis and his team to reinforce our existing concrete block retaining wall. Also, his crew sealed off the crawl space beneath our addition, and, at the same time, they completed a ceiling repair in one of our bathrooms. Come Spring, we plan to use his services for addtional outside projects. You can be sure that Guerrero Services will complete just about any home improvement project in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost. Martin C."

Harold C on December 2025

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, outdoor kitchens and living, hardscaping, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"I would highly recommend Guerrero's Services for any home-related projects. We were fortunate enough to be able to hire Luis and his team to reinforce our existing concrete block retaining wall. Also, his crew sealed off the crawl space beneath our addition, and, at the same time, they completed a ceiling repair in one of our bathrooms. Come Spring, we plan to use his services for addtional outside projects. You can be sure that Guerrero Services will complete just about any home improvement project in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost. Martin C."

Harold C on December 2025


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MCP Chimney & Masonry Inc

4.63(
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MCP Chimney & Masonry Inc

4.63(
41
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

Let me introduce myself and tell you about us. I’m Mike, the founder and owner of MCP Chimney and Masonry. MCP is a company I started in 1994 with only an old pickup, three hundred dollars, and a mission to treat all of my customers like family. Today, each MCP employee is trained to provide the highest quality chimney work. We want to be more than just your average contractor, we want to be the personal chimney and masonry company that you can trust and rely on for a lifetime. As you can imagine, trustworthiness in a chimney company is paramount. Customers cannot easily see chimney work that is recommended. MCP treats our customers the way we like to be treated as customers. I am so grateful that our customers’ trust in us over the years has spurred our growth despite minimal advertising. These word of mouth recommendations of our fiercely loyal customer base has pushed MCP from a single employee with a single truck to twenty-five year-round employees working in fully staffed offices. We hope you will give us a chance to be your trusted chimney company. We will work hard to keep you happy.

"On March 12th and 13th 2020 MCP Chimney installers were replaced an existing knee wall in my back yard. I discovered my AC was not working in May 2020 and contacted my Home Warranty company who sent a technician on June 2, 2020. The HVAC tech was unable to determine an issue with my outdoor AC Condenser and reported to me it would be $680 for a line test and approximately $1500 to replace the line if that was even the issue. My Home Warranty would of course not cover this charge. I decided to replace the system after spending an excess of $1200 on refurbishing the condenser in April of 2019. In June BGE Home came to my home to replace my system where the installer reported to me that the" intake line was the worse pinched line he had ever seen." I could not for the life of me understand how this happened and only could assume it was related to replacing the retaining wall but had no evidence. I was archiving my pictures in my cell phone November 23,2020 and found the pictures that I was taking as the work was being performed on my knee wall. When blowing the area up on my phone it was obvious that the intake line had been re-caulked between March 12th and 13th. I contacted the owner Michael Pentifallo on November 30th where he contacted me immediately, he said he would speak to his installer of 12 years and get back to me. Michael Pentifallo did contact me again on 12/1/20 were he acknowledged that he spoke to the installer Jamie, and of course he said he knew nothing about it. He also said he went to my property on November 30th 2020 without my consent or knowledge, chastised me for not reporting this sooner, acknowledged that the caulk did appear different in the photos, but it was not them it was not the way the conducted business & he would see me in small claims court sense I reported it so late and had no evidence for him to review on site. How would I have evidence if it was discovered as the unit was being replaced? If his installer had been honest this matter would have been quickly resolved."

Kathleen M on December 2020

Let me introduce myself and tell you about us. I’m Mike, the founder and owner of MCP Chimney and Masonry. MCP is a company I started in 1994 with only an old pickup, three hundred dollars, and a mission to treat all of my customers like family. Today, each MCP employee is trained to provide the highest quality chimney work. We want to be more than just your average contractor, we want to be the personal chimney and masonry company that you can trust and rely on for a lifetime. As you can imagine, trustworthiness in a chimney company is paramount. Customers cannot easily see chimney work that is recommended. MCP treats our customers the way we like to be treated as customers. I am so grateful that our customers’ trust in us over the years has spurred our growth despite minimal advertising. These word of mouth recommendations of our fiercely loyal customer base has pushed MCP from a single employee with a single truck to twenty-five year-round employees working in fully staffed offices. We hope you will give us a chance to be your trusted chimney company. We will work hard to keep you happy.

"On March 12th and 13th 2020 MCP Chimney installers were replaced an existing knee wall in my back yard. I discovered my AC was not working in May 2020 and contacted my Home Warranty company who sent a technician on June 2, 2020. The HVAC tech was unable to determine an issue with my outdoor AC Condenser and reported to me it would be $680 for a line test and approximately $1500 to replace the line if that was even the issue. My Home Warranty would of course not cover this charge. I decided to replace the system after spending an excess of $1200 on refurbishing the condenser in April of 2019. In June BGE Home came to my home to replace my system where the installer reported to me that the" intake line was the worse pinched line he had ever seen." I could not for the life of me understand how this happened and only could assume it was related to replacing the retaining wall but had no evidence. I was archiving my pictures in my cell phone November 23,2020 and found the pictures that I was taking as the work was being performed on my knee wall. When blowing the area up on my phone it was obvious that the intake line had been re-caulked between March 12th and 13th. I contacted the owner Michael Pentifallo on November 30th where he contacted me immediately, he said he would speak to his installer of 12 years and get back to me. Michael Pentifallo did contact me again on 12/1/20 were he acknowledged that he spoke to the installer Jamie, and of course he said he knew nothing about it. He also said he went to my property on November 30th 2020 without my consent or knowledge, chastised me for not reporting this sooner, acknowledged that the caulk did appear different in the photos, but it was not them it was not the way the conducted business & he would see me in small claims court sense I reported it so late and had no evidence for him to review on site. How would I have evidence if it was discovered as the unit was being replaced? If his installer had been honest this matter would have been quickly resolved."

Kathleen M on December 2020


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A&S Chimney Services

4.82(
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A&S Chimney Services

4.82(
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Customers say: Quality work
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A&S Chimney Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. A&S Chimney Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"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!"

Ian H on February 2024

A&S Chimney Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. A&S Chimney Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"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!"

Ian H on February 2024


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SBC Outdoor Services

4.58(
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SBC Outdoor Services

4.58(
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Customers say: True professional
23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

OVER 100 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE AS YOU PATIO AND HARDSCAPE EXPERTS! SBC Outdoor Services was founded in 2015 by Brad Crist. Brad had over 15 years of experience in the industry and wanted to create a landscaping company that could hold true to the concept of “quality landscaping.” Ever since then we've been constantly growing as a high-end hardscape, landscape design, and commercial maintenance business. Over the course of our existence, we've earned a great reputation for quality service and we aim to not just maintain our reputation for excellence but to constantly improve it. That's why we only hire the best of the best. Our management team alone has over 30 years of experience in the industry and members of management used to maintain the White House. The rest of our team is similarly qualified and has over 100 years of combined experience. At SBC Outdoor Services we believe that landscaping is an art, not just a skill. We not only teach our employees proper installation methods but also encourage them to take initiative and to completely pour their imagination and skill into their work. Our design and installation divisions make sure that the product will be very functional as well as attractive while our maintenance division employees take great pride in the ongoing beauty of your property.

"I hired them to do landscaping and a driveway, my drive way is crumbling and have holes in it."

Cynthia R on December 2023

OVER 100 YEARS COMBINED EXPERIENCE AS YOU PATIO AND HARDSCAPE EXPERTS! SBC Outdoor Services was founded in 2015 by Brad Crist. Brad had over 15 years of experience in the industry and wanted to create a landscaping company that could hold true to the concept of “quality landscaping.” Ever since then we've been constantly growing as a high-end hardscape, landscape design, and commercial maintenance business. Over the course of our existence, we've earned a great reputation for quality service and we aim to not just maintain our reputation for excellence but to constantly improve it. That's why we only hire the best of the best. Our management team alone has over 30 years of experience in the industry and members of management used to maintain the White House. The rest of our team is similarly qualified and has over 100 years of combined experience. At SBC Outdoor Services we believe that landscaping is an art, not just a skill. We not only teach our employees proper installation methods but also encourage them to take initiative and to completely pour their imagination and skill into their work. Our design and installation divisions make sure that the product will be very functional as well as attractive while our maintenance division employees take great pride in the ongoing beauty of your property.

"I hired them to do landscaping and a driveway, my drive way is crumbling and have holes in it."

Cynthia R on December 2023


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Great Falls Stone

4.88(
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Great Falls Stone

4.88(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 years of experience

Great Falls Stone is a Family owned and operated business that has been serving Maryland, Virginia & DC for the past 30 years. We use a variety of Natural stone and brick products. We can give you a free estimate, we will be happy to advise you on all your needs. Our service is excellent and our prices are competitive. Our experienced professional's can help you select just the right product to complete any job. Call us today at (301) 253-6633

"Highly recommend. Timely and reasonable estimate. Very knowledgeable on how to do the repairs. Once schedule they were there on time and finished in estimated time. Great result!"

ed n on May 2023

Great Falls Stone is a Family owned and operated business that has been serving Maryland, Virginia & DC for the past 30 years. We use a variety of Natural stone and brick products. We can give you a free estimate, we will be happy to advise you on all your needs. Our service is excellent and our prices are competitive. Our experienced professional's can help you select just the right product to complete any job. Call us today at (301) 253-6633

"Highly recommend. Timely and reasonable estimate. Very knowledgeable on how to do the repairs. Once schedule they were there on time and finished in estimated time. Great result!"

ed n on May 2023


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American Chimney Contractor Near Me

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American Chimney Contractor Near Me

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

American Chimney Contractor Near Me LLC is the ultimate one-stop solution for all your home comfort needs in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. Our services include: Chimney & Fireplace Services: -Chimney Cleaning: Professional sweeping to remove creosote, soot, and blockages, preventing chimney fires and improving efficiency. -Chimney Inspection: Thorough inspection of your chimney's structure, flue, and cap to identify potential hazards and needed repairs. -Chimney Repair: From minor mortar fixes to major structural repairs, we handle all types of chimney damage. -Chimney Relining: Installation of new liners (stainless steel, clay, or cast-in-place) to restore the safety and integrity of your flue. -Fireplace Installations: Expert installation of new fireplaces, stoves, and inserts to enhance your home's ambiance and warmth.

"I am impressed with the services I got from American Contractor Near Me LLC Their team was friendly and professional, and did a great job installing the chimney. They worked quickly and thoroughly, and they left my property clean. I was shocked at how much it changed! Their prices were fair, and the work they did was excellent. Do not be afraid to hire them to work on your chimney. They are the best at what they do!"

Adam H on July 2025

American Chimney Contractor Near Me LLC is the ultimate one-stop solution for all your home comfort needs in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. Our services include: Chimney & Fireplace Services: -Chimney Cleaning: Professional sweeping to remove creosote, soot, and blockages, preventing chimney fires and improving efficiency. -Chimney Inspection: Thorough inspection of your chimney's structure, flue, and cap to identify potential hazards and needed repairs. -Chimney Repair: From minor mortar fixes to major structural repairs, we handle all types of chimney damage. -Chimney Relining: Installation of new liners (stainless steel, clay, or cast-in-place) to restore the safety and integrity of your flue. -Fireplace Installations: Expert installation of new fireplaces, stoves, and inserts to enhance your home's ambiance and warmth.

"I am impressed with the services I got from American Contractor Near Me LLC Their team was friendly and professional, and did a great job installing the chimney. They worked quickly and thoroughly, and they left my property clean. I was shocked at how much it changed! Their prices were fair, and the work they did was excellent. Do not be afraid to hire them to work on your chimney. They are the best at what they do!"

Adam H on July 2025

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Gas Fireplace Service questions, answered by experts

Chimney crowns may be stone, concrete, or metal but most crowns are made of concrete. It’s not recommended to build chimney crowns with mortar (which is different from concrete) due to it’s weaker composition (especially when exposed to the outside elements). Most chimney crowns are custom made to fit your home’s specific chimney.

Ventless and vented gas fireplaces each have their pros and cons. However, if you want to install a fireplace in a room without a chimney, then a vented model might be better (as long as they’re legal in your area, of course). On the other hand, if you have allergies, asthma, or other respiratory sensitivities, then a vented fireplace might be better for your health.

Fireplace inserts can increase home value when installed correctly. Since they improve heating efficiency significantly, this will be a bonus to homeowners who are looking for a functional alternative heat source. Plus, inserts are less maintenance and less of a liability than a traditional fireplace. You’re very likely to recover fireplace insert installation costs when you sell your home.

There isn’t a way to convert electric fireplaces easily or cheaply to gas. The process requires major renovations, as opposed to wood fireplaces, which are often already vented and have space for the gas-burning equipment. To convert an electric fireplace to gas, you’d need to remove your old fireplace and get a completely new install.

In many cases, it is worth repairing an old fireplace. You can repair any portion of the fireplace, and even extensive repairs will usually cost less than a full replacement. Most fireplace repairs cost around $600 and top out around $2,500. Replacing your fireplace will cost around $2,500 and reach as high as $4,000. Not only will fireplace repair save you money in most cases, but the process is also much less invasive and time-consuming, so you’ll only have to set aside one day to be home for the work rather than multiple days.

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