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Top-Rated Fireplace cleaning pros in Vails Gate - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Essential Maintenance LLC
Essential Maintenance LLC
5.0(
27
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Vails Gate, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience. The knowledge of the job, workmanship was excellent and the price was awesome. The job was done immediately there was no waiting. Everything was perfect. I definitely would recommend Essential Maintenance LLC for anyone looking for any kind of chimney work. Extremely Satisfied customer."
Chimney relining
Chimney relining
Chimney relining
Chimney relining
Chimney relining

+1

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Complete Chimney
3.8(
256
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Vails Gate, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike performed quality job in efficient manner. He provided me with a lot of information, explained in details what need to be done . I recommended him to my friend ."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
4.3(
23
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Vails Gate, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would use this company again and recommend it highly. The work was completed in a timely manner. Billy was courteous, knowledgeable and helpful."
Shamrock chimney
Shamrock chimney
Shamrock chimney
Shamrock chimney
Shamrock chimney

+57

206 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by13%of homeowners
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Avatar for Chimneys R Us, LLC
Chimneys R Us, LLC
4.0(
35
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Vails Gate, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The workers and office staff were easy to talk to, well informed, courteous , and efficient. They performed a thorough inspection. Recommended and installed a stainless liner and cap for the furnace flue and a new damper on the fireplace flue. Their price was better than previous quotes and even set up a partial payment plan. I am very pleased with the work they did."
COPPER CAP
CUSTOM CAP
CUSTOM CAP
OLD CHASE COVER
NEW CHASE COVER

+9

Response time1 hour
Response rate99%
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Fire Guard, LLC
5.0(
3
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Vails Gate, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quick, thorough, and professional!! Thx for the peace of mind."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ADV NY, Inc.
3.8(
27
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Vails Gate, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tommy and Marcus came to my home for a cleaning and inspection . They were knowledgeable , honest and made sure to leave the space they worked in the same condition it was in when they arrived . 10/10 would recommend adv to anyone in need of chimney / fireplace work in the future ."
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clean Connect Link
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Vails Gate, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We provide cleaning services of all sorts. If your looking for a cleaner to handle the most dirty job , or just as simple as a bi weekly cleaning contact us and we will put you in contact with a cleaner in your area!

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Fireplace Cleaners FAQs, answered by experts

Limewash and whitewash are two techniques used to give brick a light, matte finish, but they differ in composition, application, and permanence. The best choice depends on your aesthetic goals and the specific surface.

Composition

  • Limewash: A natural and environmentally friendly option made from limestone, water, and sometimes pigments. It is breathable and soaks into porous surfaces like brick.

  • Whitewash: Traditionally made from lime, water, chalk, and binders, but a similar look can be achieved with watered-down white paint. It is paint-based and sits on top of the surface.

Appearance and Finish

  • Limewash: Provides a natural, textured appearance that allows the brick's character to show through. It offers a more traditional finish.

  • Whitewash: Creates a softer, more opaque finish, often used for a rustic or shabby-chic style.

Application and Permanence

  • Limewash: Is semi-permanent and can be removed, making it a good choice if you might want to change the look in the future. It requires more skill to apply and cannot be used on previously painted brick.

  • Whitewash: Is a more permanent solution. It is more forgiving to apply and can be used on painted brick. However, because it sits on the surface, it can trap moisture.

Ultimately, if you want a breathable, natural, and reversible finish for unpainted brick, limewash is a great option. If you need a more permanent, opaque coating that can be applied over painted surfaces, whitewash is the better choice. Whitewashing may also be more economical, costing approximately $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.

If you already have the tools, like a miter saw, a stud finder, and a nail gun or hammer, installing shiplap costs $500 to $1,000 for supplies. You’ll also spend $200 to $2,200 for the cost of an electric fireplace if you decide to add one into your setup.

You can also hire a carpenter for $35 to $100 per hour, plus the cost of materials, to install shiplap around your fireplace. If you need help installing a fireplace before adding the shiplap, labor can cost $225 to $2,180 for fireplace installation costs. 

Yes, it is essential to prime or seal a brick fireplace before painting. Brick is a porous and highly absorbent material, so without a primer, paint can seep into the surface, resulting in uneven coverage and allowing the natural brick color to show through. To avoid this, apply one or two coats of a masonry primer. The primer will seal the brick and provide a smooth, uniform layer for the paint to adhere to. Ensure the primer is completely dry before applying the topcoat of paint.

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.

Hard materials like glass, metal, and hardwood floors, washable fabrics, and undamaged electrical appliances can often be salvaged after a fire, although it depends on the extent of the damage. For washable fabrics, make sure to use a phosphate mix during the washing process to extract the smoke smell. There are a few things you should throw away after a fire, like canned foods and cosmetics, even if they don’t look like they’re damaged.

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