I met Hein and his friend Scott at Ace Hardward in November, 2013. I had just been diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver and was very sick during this time. I was looking for someone to do some work on my house and Hein told me he would do the work and that he charged twenty five dollars an hour. Hein gave me his phone number but told me he only texts and does not answer phone calls. I explained the work that needed to be done. First was a leak in the kitchen ceiling. The second thing was the ceiling itself needed to be repaired. The third thing was the door that was put on the addition to the kitchen would not close or lock. I also told Hein that the heating system was not heating the upstairs and was very low in the living room. Hein told me could do all the work I described. The first thing Hein did was check the roof over the addition (kitchen) and told me it had to be replaced. Hein replaced the roof and I paid him 3,400 dollars. It rained within a week of the new roof being replaced and the ceiling leaked very badly. Hein came back, cut a hole in the kitchen ceiling to see where the water was coming in and told me to text him next time it rained so he could see where the water was coming from. I texted him and he never came. It rained quite a bit that fall and winter and Hein finally showed up several weeks later when it was not raining, so the roof issue never got resolved. He checked the roof and could not find where the water was coming in from. He then had his friend Scott come over and repair the ceiling. This cost me 200 dollars. Next tine it rained, the ceiling was coming down - the plaster etc, was everywhere. I texted Hein and he came again, but it was not raining and he could not find the leak. This went on for several months with Hein not coming during the rain but afterward when it was not possible to see where the problem was. From there, Hein said he could fix the heating system but it was an expensive job. He and Scott came over and bled the radiators.. Hein even gave me a set of keys to bleed them myself. I paid Hein 500 dollars cash for this as he was supposed to come back the next day. When i finally got a hold of Hein, he came and checked the heating system in the basement and said i?d do better with circulators instead of zone valves but it was an expensive job - 800 dollars. I told him it would have to wait because I didn't have the money then. Hein agreed to work on other smaller projects. He took out a cabinet drawer that was broken, brought it home and returned it, fixed. I don?t remember how much he charged me for that. Then he noticed the kitchen door and asked me why it didn?t close and said i was losing lots of heat through the crack where the door did not meet the frame as it was supposed too. Hein said he would send Scott to replace the door. Scott showed up and fixed he door, but he didn?t replace it as agreed upon as part of our agreement. The door still does not close all the way, and there is still a space that lets air in. The next project when Hein finally showed up again was the sliding glass door that had a lock that didn?t lock. Hein took the lock out telling me he would fix it and bring it back and put it back in. He never gave me the lock back and when I questioned him on it he went to his truck and gave me a gadget that was not a lock and didn?t fit the door at all. I don?t know what the gadget was that he gave me. I had to have someone come and look at the door and lock and was told that the doors were old and no longer made and there was no way to get a new lock without replacing the door. We ended up removing the second sliding glass door and putting it in place of where the door without the lock was so I could lock the door. I still can?t lock the door as the second door was not a door with a lock on it, it just looks like it is locked. I have photos. I feel it is Hein?s responsibility to replace the sliding glass door since he lost the lock and i can not lock my door. Then my husband came up and i introduced him to Hein and they discussed the work Hein would do, and the cost. Hein asked me if I would be willing to trade a double antique porcelain/cast iron sink and my husband?s Italian racing bike as payment for the kitchen door, the kitchen window, and the heating circulators. I agreed but i looked up the value of the sink and found it on eBay for 1,600.00. I decided not to do the exchange but to try and sell the sink myself. I could not reach Hein at all during this time. I texted him for months with no reply from Hein. I went to the doctors one afternoon around noon and when I came home the sink was gone, along with the copper pipes which was never part of our agreement. He also took the Italian racing bike, which my husband paid 2,500 dollars for. Hein came over and told me the sink was a piece of s*** and he threw it in the landfill. He said i owed him more money so I gave him an additional two hundred dollars. I asked him where the utility sink was that he promised me in exchange for the antique sink and he told me it was long gone. When i reminded him he promised to replace the sink he took he said, ?sorry, the sink I had is gone. ?So that never got done either. Hein came into my house when i was not home and removed my property. I was so shocked at this that i texted him and told him he had no right to remove anything from my house without me being there. But he never finished the work and never came back. I texted him for two years asking him when he was going to come and finish the work he took the bike, the sink, and the cash for, but he never answered. I ran into Chief McFadden and explained the situation to him. the Chief told me he would arrest Hein for breaking and entering but I refused when the chief told me Hein would have a police record. A year later when Hein continued to ignore my texts I went to see the Chief and he told me it was too late to press breaking and entering charges and to go to small claims instead. He then told me Hein was working right across the street and why not go over and talk it out with him and resolve this. I went over and called Hein and he ignored me and ignored me. Then he finally said ?I am not finishing any work for you, I will never step foot in your house again, take me to court. If the court decided i pay you than i pay you.? When i asked why and what was going on, Hein said i tried to have him arrested. I told him i did not and when he insisted I brought Chief McFadden over to Hein and the Chief told Hein I never pressed any charges against him. Hein did not believe either of us. I swear this is true to the best of my knowledge and my understanding."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/canajoharie/new-amsterdam-contracting-reviews-9132270.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Havenhouse Upholstery","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Susan S."},"reviewBody":"I rated the cost as N/A because we did not shop around; I chose this vendor because he was highly rated on Angie's List, but do not know how his bid and final costs compare to others. We had 6 wooden dining room chairs which were my grandmother's (so at least 60 years old, as she died at 90ish); wooden backs, seats worn through and what appeared to be kapok stuffing falling out here and there. Not particularly good quality chairs I don't think, but of sentimental value to me. We also had another, nonmatching wooden chair which I wanted reupholstered in a matching fabric. All had dings and scratches and occasional loose joints, and we had put sticky felt on the bottoms of the legs to avoid scratching our dining room floor. I telephoned to ask if he could do the job, phone was answered promptly and pleasantly by Mr. Hayden himself, appt made for us to bring chairs to him the following day (a Saturday in early June 2013). I did not have upholstery cloth picked out, he said fine to get it elsewhere (he could tell us how much needed after seeing chairs) or he had some we could look at. Address he wanted chairs brought to was different from that listed as Havenhouse Upholstery on Google (it appears on Google as Havenhouse all one word); appeared to be his home when we got there. He had a furniture-filled workshop in his back garage which is where we dropped off the chairs; he had about a dozen different rolls of upholstery cloth of different patterns/fabrics in the back of his minivan and we chose one we liked from that selection (I am perfectly happy with what we chose, but do not consider myself a picky shopper in matters of style -- durability and stain resistance more important as we have kids, and he recommended some of what he brought as more durable than other fabrics, we chose from those). Estimate was $575 for reseating/upholstery/stain guarding and $200 for repairs to chairs (he said refinishing was not recommended for chairs like these, and that was not our focus anyway), paid by check $250 deposit. He said it would take several weeks. Late June I called to check and let him know we would be unreachable for a week, he said he was almost done. As arranged he called me after we returned to arrange pickup, appt made for next day. He stated repairs had been more extensive than estimated and would be an extra $75 (I made no quibbles). Place to pick up was another different address. I had to call to confirm address twice (trouble entering into GPS) but each time Mr. Hayden answered right away himself and was immediately helpful. and quot;Haven House Upholsteryand quot; or similar not seen on signage of building at that address when I arrived so I phoned; he drove to where I was (took 1 minute) and led me back to a storage unit containing a workspace and lots of furniture including our chairs. He helped me load up and I paid remainder by check to him personally, receiving receipt with both Haven House Upholstery and his name at the top which lays out work done nicely but does not include tax line (I have to assume sales tax was included in the price). Quality of the work: seats look great, very comfortable to sit on with good firm/soft balance for both me (short and fat) and husband (tall and thin), fabric fits tightly and is beautifully folded over corners and evenly trimmed underneath, a lot better than the original seats even before they wore through. The fabric we chose had a herringbone pattern which would show minor faults in alignment easily and this was perfectly aligned on each chair. Wood had greatly diminished ding/scratch appearance, still present (as expected) but have to look a lot harder to find them. Joints very stable now, no leaked glue visible (if he used glue; I didn't ask how he made repairs). Unasked, he had replaced the sticky felt pads under each chairleg with the same color and thickness we had used. Overall, I am very pleased with the work quality. Timing and what would and could not be done was all accurately explained in words I could understand. Cost was a bit more than original estimate but I believe the chairs deserved this as he hadn't tested the joints a lot before making his estimate, and this is not a visible problem. I had expected more of a storefront experience given the name and quot;Havenhouse Upholsteryand quot; but reaching and dealing with Mr. Hayden was easy at all times. My only concern is the lack of evidence of having paid sales tax on the receipt, which I did not notice until I got home. I would use him again if needed; he seems to be a real craftsman who cares about quality and that is well worth putting up with a slightly less-than-slick business demeanor. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/sshenectady/havenhouse-upholstery-reviews-6200939.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"D.W. Body Shop","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Rose W."},"reviewBody":"my daughter hit a bear on the highway at night. the collision sprung the front end. we delivered the car to the shop ourselves, since it was drivable. he gave me an estimate by phone and commenced work immediately. although the car is 10 years old, he was able to get 2nd hand parts as good as new but at half the cost because he personally drove to the recycling facility. the car was repaired within a week."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/esperance/dw-body-shop-reviews-2319985.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Ackermans Appliance","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Larry R."},"reviewBody":"Someone from Ackerman's came and picked up the units to take into their shop on 2/6/2009. Once in their shop, we assumed that they would inspect and access the necessary work to repair the appliances. They just started working on them without providing any time or cost estimate or even to tell us what was wrong. After about a week, I was told that the 2-drawer refrigerator was repaired but they were still working on the ice maker. I had asked if they could at least deliver the refrigerator and was told that they can not (or would not) deliver them separately. As months went on, I would call with regular frequency to find out the status only to be told that someone would call me back later. Of the two dozen times I called over the almost 6 months they had the appliances, only 2 phone calls were ever returned. Eventually, I called one Friday at 4:30 p.m. and got an answering machine telling me that they were closed and their hours were Monday through Friday, 8-5. I left a scathing message saying that I was fed up with the lack of returned phone calls and information and insisted that someone call me back the following Monday. As expected, Monday came and went without a phone call. Finally on Tuesday, someone called me to tell me that they appliances were fixed and ready to be installed and that someone would call me Wednesday or Thursday to set up a time to install them as well as give me a cost. As expected, no phone call was ever received. We didn't know when they were going to arrive on Friday as they never called to let us know and after re-installing all the appliances, demanded to be paid on the spot for an amount we had no idea what was going to be. Luckily we had the money to do so, but if you don't happen to have a spare couple thousand dollars in your account when they show up, you might be in trouble. Absolutely horrible experience and torture to deal with."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/hudson/ackermans-appliance-reviews-2192563.htm"},"position":10}]}
Gas Fireplace Repair reviews from real Angi homeowners in Canajoharie, NY
The best possible service! There was practically no waiting time to start the project and the work was completed very fast. Anthony was very honest and straightforward about the prices, didn't have any objections to my own choice of fireplace insert (although he did offer his help in...
I rated the cost as N/A because we did not shop around; I chose this vendor because he was highly rated on Angie's List, but do not know how his bid and final costs compare to others. We had 6 wooden dining room chairs which were my grandmother's (so at least 60 years old, as she died at...
Welcome to Anthony’s Masonry & Chimney, where craftsmanship meets passion. With years of experience, We specialize in Masonry and Chimney solutions that enhance our residential customers Homes & Properties. We are a smaller company and on top of our employees being experienced as well as efficient. We take pride In our work and enjoy the trade. Carrying this and a positive mindset into every job, Leads our Team to Flawless work Finished and very happy customers!
"He's done multiple jobs for me, ALWAYS GOOD. I have him lined up for 2 other different projects."
Steve S on May 2025
Welcome to Anthony’s Masonry & Chimney, where craftsmanship meets passion. With years of experience, We specialize in Masonry and Chimney solutions that enhance our residential customers Homes & Properties. We are a smaller company and on top of our employees being experienced as well as efficient. We take pride In our work and enjoy the trade. Carrying this and a positive mindset into every job, Leads our Team to Flawless work Finished and very happy customers!
"He's done multiple jobs for me, ALWAYS GOOD. I have him lined up for 2 other different projects."
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Eldi Landscaping Services. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to bringing each project to life with creativity, precision, and attention to detail. We work closely with customers to ensure that every installation complements their landscape while providing long-lasting value. Whether it’s transforming a backyard into a cozy retreat or enhancing curb appeal for a business, Hardscaping Solutions is committed to excellence and customer satisfaction, making outdoor spaces more beautiful and functional for years to come. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5+ years of experience serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Eldi came when he said he would, listened to our ideas and made some suggestions. His pricing was very competitive. Eldi and crew arrived on time and completed on time. Workmanship was very professional. Eldi was very cooperative even when we made some design changes. We were very pleased from start to clean-up and we are considering an addition to this project. We strongly recommend Eldi and his crew for any project you have in mind."
Tom S on August 2025
Eldi Landscaping Services. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to bringing each project to life with creativity, precision, and attention to detail. We work closely with customers to ensure that every installation complements their landscape while providing long-lasting value. Whether it’s transforming a backyard into a cozy retreat or enhancing curb appeal for a business, Hardscaping Solutions is committed to excellence and customer satisfaction, making outdoor spaces more beautiful and functional for years to come. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5+ years of experience serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Eldi came when he said he would, listened to our ideas and made some suggestions. His pricing was very competitive. Eldi and crew arrived on time and completed on time. Workmanship was very professional. Eldi was very cooperative even when we made some design changes. We were very pleased from start to clean-up and we are considering an addition to this project. We strongly recommend Eldi and his crew for any project you have in mind."
Cookinham Construction is owner operated out of the Deerfield, NY area. I can take on any job your home needs except for roofing. I take pride in all of my work and I guarantee customer satisfaction. I started working with my grandfather at a young age. Working is my life and I want nothing more that my business to be successful. Please call us or click for an estimate today!
"Cody is the best. He is very knowledgeable and thorough. Great work job well done. I’m keeping him on speed dial. 5??????????"
Thalia W on January 2022
Cookinham Construction is owner operated out of the Deerfield, NY area. I can take on any job your home needs except for roofing. I take pride in all of my work and I guarantee customer satisfaction. I started working with my grandfather at a young age. Working is my life and I want nothing more that my business to be successful. Please call us or click for an estimate today!
"Cody is the best. He is very knowledgeable and thorough. Great work job well done. I’m keeping him on speed dial. 5??????????"
Our business is our livelihood but it is also so much more. GNM Stone Masonry LLC was started to fill in a void in the current market and to make a business that the people of Johnsburg and surrounding areas can place their trust in. Over the years we have never lost our commitment to our clients and that is what has allowed us to succeed in a very competitive industry. We stand committed to our purpose as we stand committed to the people of Johnsburg and surrounding areas.
Our business is our livelihood but it is also so much more. GNM Stone Masonry LLC was started to fill in a void in the current market and to make a business that the people of Johnsburg and surrounding areas can place their trust in. Over the years we have never lost our commitment to our clients and that is what has allowed us to succeed in a very competitive industry. We stand committed to our purpose as we stand committed to the people of Johnsburg and surrounding areas.
24 Hour emergency services. Complete property management, maintenance , and preservation. Complete landscaping and interior and exterior debris removals. Full rehab , remodels or new construction. From foundation to rooftops , front lawn to back yard we are Your full service property management providers. Free estimates, senior discounts and referral reimbursement. Family owned and operated. Over 20 years experience. Lawn care , debris and residential trash services.
24 Hour emergency services. Complete property management, maintenance , and preservation. Complete landscaping and interior and exterior debris removals. Full rehab , remodels or new construction. From foundation to rooftops , front lawn to back yard we are Your full service property management providers. Free estimates, senior discounts and referral reimbursement. Family owned and operated. Over 20 years experience. Lawn care , debris and residential trash services.
Breeze Carpentry, Corp. is a fully insured, woman-owned business that provides carpentry and general contracting services to the greater Albany, NY area. From providing pure carpentry services to being the General Contractor of the project with incorporation of full design services, Breeze Carpentry has the skill set, dedication, reputation and staff to deliver high-quality, dependable construction services. Our staff includes licensed all-terrain forklift operators and personnel trained in storm water protection, lead paint, mobile home repair and much more. We provide free estimates and consults followed by a detailed written proposal for your review. Our staff is augmented by a network of qualified and insured sub-contractors.
Breeze Carpentry, Corp. is a fully insured, woman-owned business that provides carpentry and general contracting services to the greater Albany, NY area. From providing pure carpentry services to being the General Contractor of the project with incorporation of full design services, Breeze Carpentry has the skill set, dedication, reputation and staff to deliver high-quality, dependable construction services. Our staff includes licensed all-terrain forklift operators and personnel trained in storm water protection, lead paint, mobile home repair and much more. We provide free estimates and consults followed by a detailed written proposal for your review. Our staff is augmented by a network of qualified and insured sub-contractors.
FAQs for gas fireplace repair projects in Canajoharie, NY
Fixing a gas leak costs about $45 to $150 per hour for a plumber or gas line specialist. The job’s overall cost will vary depending on the location of the leak. A leaky junction or connection behind the stove or dryer will likely cost about $120 to $170. But for a leak that requires a gas fitter or plumber to excavate a pipe in the yard, the cost could rise to $1,500 to $5,000. Keep in mind that gas leaks are very serious issues, so don’t hesitate to contact a plumber or gas line specialist immediately.
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 $200per 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 $50per 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.
The Canajoharie, NY homeowners’ guide to gas fireplace repair services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
With a gas fireplace, it’s important to stay up-to-date on your inspections. Learn more about how much gas fireplace inspections cost before you book one.
Whether it's time for pipe replacement or to hook up the range of your dreams, gas line installation cost is an important line in your budget. Let's take a look.
Moving or installing gas piping involves careful planning and execution. Review these gas pipe questions to ensure you’re ready for a conversation with a pro.
Discover who installs gas fireplaces and why hiring the pros ensures safety and efficiency. Learn the benefits and installation steps in our expert guide.
What is a fireplace insert? It’s like a traditional fire in a box—which helps keep the heat it generates in your house, rather than draining out the chimney.