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Avatar for Mid-Valley Chimney Repair & Sweeps
Mid-Valley Chimney Repair & Sweeps
4.8(
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+1 more

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent work from start to finish. My father was a mason, so I know great work when I see it. First, they brought in a tear-down team to remove the chimney down to the first-floor roof level of our two-story house. After which, they rebuilt the chimney to original height installing approximately 900 new bricks using a new Type N mortar. They installed a new 5" thick concrete crown with a 2" drip edge and an expansion joint. They replaced all accessible sections of fireplace clay flue tile extending 4" - 6" above the concrete crown. Installed new stainless steel chimney cap. Installed 2 sets of new step and counter flashing. Installed 2 sets of new ice water shields and shingles as needed. Cleaned and weather sealed chimney entirely upon completion. After the chimney rebuild was done, the Mason, Seth, and his crew cleaned the work site, to include the whole driveway. They are a very efficient and thorough team. I understand that they like to leave the customer's house and yard as clean or better than they find it."
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+6

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Chimney Works Inc
4.4(
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+1 more

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeremy did a great job cleaning our chimney. He was punctual, professional and thorough. I would recommend chimney works for chimney cleanings and inspections prior to purchasing a new home."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clean Sweep Chimney Service
5.0(
8
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were awesome! Very quick turn around for inspections during a home closing. They just finished the work that was needed. Professional contractors who respected my home and were very pleasant to work with."
Crown Repair
Crown Repair
Chimney repair
Chimney Repair
Chimney Repair and Maintenance

+4

Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Steep Master Roofing, LLC
4.0(
58
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a nice job renovating both of our chimneys. Weather interrupted the work for a number of weeks bit but it was not an emergency job. And no payment was expected until the job was done so no worries for us. I would recommend them."
Complete stone tuckpoint
New chimney crown
Chimney repair
Wire install for stucco finish
Chimney tuckpoint

+17

Response time1 day
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Faiths Cleaning Services
5.0(
15
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I have been very pleased with Angel, my cleaner. She cleans the way I want it done, and follows my instructions (not all companies do). She wants to do a thorough job and wants the customer to be happy. I am not there when she cleans, and it is nice to be able to trust someone in your home. I have recommended her to friends and they have also been pleased!"
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+5

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chimney Inspection questions, answered by experts

The best style of chimney cap for a brick chimney is one that fits tightly around the brick top of the chimney. The cap should have a screen to fully enclose it to keep animals out. The best materials include stainless steel, copper, or aluminum that fit tightly or are custom fabricated for a perfect fit on your chimney.

Regular cleaning, inspecting for peeling or rust, and reapplying coatings every 8-12 years helps maintain durability.

In general, you should consider replacing your roof if more than 30% of it is damaged. This includes several missing shingles, large spots of granule loss, extreme curling or cracking, structural damage to the roof's decking, or multiple areas of leaks. All of these issues could indicate compromised structural integrity that requires roof replacement.

Tile roofs, including clay, concrete, and slate, are considered low-maintenance materials that require fewer repairs and less care than many other roofing options.

  • Clay tiles require minimal maintenance. They stand up well to the elements and UV radiation, repel water, and do not easily stain, discolor, or fade in direct sunlight. Clay tiles do not need sealing. Maintenance is typically only required to replace cracked tiles, which can be caused by foot traffic, extreme weather, or fallen tree limbs.

  • Concrete tiles are also low-maintenance but require more upkeep than clay. They need to be sealed every few years to maintain water resistance, and their color tends to fade more quickly than clay.

Aside from these material-specific needs, general maintenance for tile roofs includes annual inspections, routine gutter cleaning, and addressing repairs as they arise. A well-maintained tile roof can provide 50 to 100 years or more of protection for your home.

Walking on any roofing material is dangerous, so you should avoid it if you can, but if the need arises, you should know that you can walk on a concrete tile roof without damaging it. Try to step on the bottom portions of the tile that are supported by the lower layer, and distribute your weight evenly across both feet and hands, if possible.

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