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Avatar for Mid-Valley Chimney Repair & Sweeps
Mid-Valley Chimney Repair & Sweeps
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely ReplaceBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace+3 more

Serving Blue Ash, OH and surrounding areas

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"I purchased a 160 year old home 2.5 years ago. It has 3 fireplaces. Mid Valley just repaired the one in my living room and they did a fantastic job. The hearth needed to be replaced and they were able to save the old brick to use on the top so that it still looks original to the fireplace. They also lined the chimney with a new stainless steel flue and repaired the fire box. I put a fire in it on Saturday night and it was wonderful. I will definitely be hiring these guys to repair my other fireplace, as well as for general masonry work. I highly recommend their services."
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+6

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pioneer Construction & Concrete LLC
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Blue Ash, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Warranties offered

"Kevin and his crew were great to work with. There was nothing he could of done better. His quality is excellent. I got him from a referal from my neigbhor and we went and saw some of his work. We had some extra challenges and he worked with us to make evrything just the way we wanted it. He added color to the concrete and sealed the entire thing."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Mario's Landscaping of Cincy, LLC
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Brick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - Install+2 more

Serving Blue Ash, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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Customers say: True professional

"Mario and his crew did excellent work. They arrived on time and worked fast on a hot humid day. Everything was cleaned up as they went and nothing left behind. I can't believe it was all done in 8 hrs. I highly recommend them and will hire again when needed."
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Doug's Home Services
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Brick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - InstallBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick and Stone Flatwork - Repair+3 more

Serving Blue Ash, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

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Emergency services offered

"I hired Doug's Homes Services to replace a rim joist under our patio door that had water and termite damage. Once they removed the door, they realized that other wood needed replaced as well. They worked on it until everything was replaced and reinstalled the patio door. They kept me updated during the job. Doug charged a reasonable rate, and I was very impressed with their work. I highly recommend Doug's Home Services, and I plan to hire him again in the near future for other handyman jobs."
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+7

Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by47%of homeowners
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Betts Structural Engineering LLC
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Concrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+3 more

Serving Blue Ash, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Came to the home did their inspection came up with a plan and all the prints needed to accomplish the goal. Very satisfied and they explained the reasons for what changes were needed definitely would refer them to anyone with structural engineering questions. Very serious people about their profession and extremely professional about their work."
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance—so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.

They offer durability, aesthetic appeal, and resistance to weathering compared to concrete or asphalt.

Yes, but used or reclaimed bricks can be more brittle, cracked, or uneven than new bricks, so they’re harder to cut cleanly by hand. For that reason, you should take extra care when scoring and striking, and expect a higher chance of breakage. If a brick feels especially fragile, score deeper before attempting to split it.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Handbuilt masonry fireplaces are likely what comes to mind when we think about curling up by the fire at the end of the day. But bricks in the firebox and chimney tend to be heavy, which is not ideal for homes with weak or damaged foundations.

Prefabricated fireboxes come with a full flue and chimney system, significantly reducing the price and installation time. However, if you need to replace the panels down the line, you are locked into the same model or something very similar.

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