I write this review to warn other potential customers - DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. They inspected our fireplaces, wrote up a brief report stating they were "ok" and informed me 2 of the fireplaces needed cleaning, but otherwise, all three looked fine. They could not schedule the cleaning until the following week, but offered that it "would be fine" for me to light a fire. They showed me how to work the fireplaces. All seemed well. My husband returned from work that evening, and we decided about to light a fire in one of the fireplaces, since we had been told they were safe to use. I EXACTLY followed the instructions given to me by these "experts" (flue open, etc) and within 2 hours heard my husband screaming for my help: our living room was black with toxic fumes and smoke, and it was beginning to rise upstairs where our children sleep. Though it was 20 degrees outside, we opened every door and window and kept the kids (one a seven month old baby) under heavy blankets for hours, up in the most distant bedroom where the air was still tolerable. Our kitchen fire extinguisher did not suffice to put out the fire completely; it took my husband 3 hours to haul the still burning logs out of the fireplace, then clean up the enormous mess, spread baking soda over all our smoke stenched furniture and singed, ruined carpets, etc. We just feel fortunate we did not go to BED an hour earlier and wake up choking on fumes and smoke in upstairs bedrooms with tiny children to try and evacuate in the middle of the night. I have no idea, still, why the fireplace did this. I am CERTAIN we opened the flue and did everything they said. The cost of the inspections was about 150$. Naturally we were upset. We wanted a refund and my husband called the company owner. He was belligerent and hostile to my husband when asked for a refund. He never showed any concern for our family, or the potential danger we had been in. He never offered to re-inspect the fireplace. He did return our check (at my husband's request), along with a scathing rude note which I will quote parts of here, to make certain anyone else thinking of using this company thinks twice. "Our time like yours is valuable and a chimney inspection is to look for safety concerns, not function unless a problem was previously noted. I feel angry and ripped off as YOU will if you [try] to find ANYBODY in this area to correct your problem - remember this is NOT DFW!" (referencing Dallas, where I mentioned I grew up in friendly conversation with his workers). Um, pardon my snark, but imho "safety concerns" and "functionality" tend to go hand in hand where something like a chimney is concerned? And I did CLEARLY tell his workmen we had NO IDEA the functionality of these chimneys; they knew we had never used them and have not lived in this house very long. Beware this company! They do not care about customers in the least and they do not know what they are doing. They have a monopoly on local business in our small town and clearly feel this exonerates them from the need to provide excellent work. I would not recommend them to anyone, for any reason. A week later my living room still stinks of smoke and ash. Smoke is very toxic; we are fortunate none of us were hurt! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ok/warner/the-fire-place-reviews-8118026.htm"},"position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Eva Bauer","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"OK","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"S G."},"reviewBody":"Eva is a real piece of work. She is very well known in Coppell, so we selected her to be our listing agent on our $800K house after meeting with her a couple of times. She talks a great game. We signed a contract with her to be our listing agent for 60 days (she told us, she could sell our house in less than 2 weeks). She recommended a price that seemed a bit high to us, but she was the expert. She showed us 4 comps to validate her price, which ultimately we followed. Her camera team came in and photographed the house (this they did very well), it was beautiful house and she managed to capture its true image well. However, this is where things start to go South. We put the house on the market on a Tuesday and had four showings the first weekend. Which again sounded great. Strange thing, no real feedback from Eva (positive or negative). We have another showing the following weekend, then it goes absolutely quiet. We didn't have another showing or hear from Eva for over 3 weeks. We thought something happened to her. We quickly learn that Eva's specialty is collecting listings, not selling them. She absolutely had no ideas for us on what do and would take a week to return phone calls. Through out this process, we had virtually no feedback. Then she comes to us and says, put a seller's bonus in 1% of sale price. Little did we know at this point that one of her friends had a client who already told her that they had been waiting for our house to go on the market for 6 years and that they really want it (and had come and seen it already that Saturday). They come to see it again and give us a very low ball offer. She advises us to take it, really? Who side are we on here? We of course, do not and counter close to our listing price. They counter again and half way up from their initial offer. We give them another 1% off the house and they accept. Through out this entire process, Eva is telling us to take what they offer us. If we had listened to her, we would have lost over $50K... She disappears again. We meet the buyers during the inspection and they are nice people (Doctor) who share the story of how they saw the house on the way home from breakfast and that they told their realtor "THE HOUSE" is on the market, we want it. We get their punch list and it has some reasonable items and a few "lets see what we can get them to pay for items". Once again, Eva tells us, we should just do it all. We counter them back with a reasonable request and they, of course, accept it. As I get to know him, he shares with me that the two agents are friends and that our agent was helping "telling them what they could get from us" and had already spoken when she got the idea to put the bonus in (which we find out that she really had never posted so other agents could see it, but just shared with her friend). The day the house closes, her assistant calls my wife and rudely demands for the "staging items" to be pull together for her. The staging items consistent of two hideous red towels my wife hid, a $5 plastic bowls and fake looking fruit that we put in a bag (all from Target). Again, we don't hear from you for weeks and you have to stalk us to get $20 worth of stuff back (you just made $40K on the house!!!). We literally never heard from Eva again. Shocker...if you have ever seen American Beauty, Annette Benning's character is a very good representation of the person that Eva is. In sum, she made no effort to actually sell the house, we found out that many times she actually didn't call other agents back and stood up several agents when they did come to show our house and ultimately worked against us during the closing process. She exemplifies the image of low-life real estate agent. She took our money and never even bothered to say thank you. There are so many good agents out there (we compare to the agent who helped us find our new home - Pari Faroodi who was utterly amazing) that you should never waste your time and money with someone with such low scruples as Eva Bauer.
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Chimney Inspection reviews from real Angi homeowners in Mcalester, OK
Last update on October 14, 2025
Joy T.
4.0
11/2021
I DONT KNOW I HAVENT BEEN THERE TO INSPECT THERE WORK YET!
Keely G.
1.0
02/2014
We bought a house last winter with three fireplaces. Since we had not used them, nor knew if they were 1) clean 2) safe we hired The Fire Place to inspect them. The Fire Place assured me they were qualified to inspect and, if needed, clean fireplaces. I write this review to warn other...
After doing much research I called Power Jack to look at the structural problems that had appeared with my house. Zach Reeves had to drive approximately 60 miles to my location and was precisely on time as promised. I was definitely prepared to hear the bad news and was sure it would be a...
Jason G.
5.0
11/2011
They were the only company to actually crawl underneath the house and inspect the foundation. They were very responsive and very helpful. After evaluating the foundation, they explained problems and gave me short-term and long-term solutions. I was very pleased.
Denson C.
1.0
10/2008
Not good - the work quality was poor. Talked to the owner at the time of inspection found numerous faults. Told him to correct them. He said he did and the collected money from my wife. I have been on the phone numerous (in excess of 6 times) times over an 8 week period. He keeps saying he...
We are a new family owned and operated heating and air conditioning company serving the state of Oklahoma with 13 years of experience. We do new install and remodeling, maintenance or repair, ductwork installation and cleaning services, and construct ventilation systems. We also install HEPA filters and UV Light air purifiers with smart technology thermostats and zone controls. We offer senior and military discounts and yearly service agreements that can be tailored for biannual or quarterly service inspections.
We are a new family owned and operated heating and air conditioning company serving the state of Oklahoma with 13 years of experience. We do new install and remodeling, maintenance or repair, ductwork installation and cleaning services, and construct ventilation systems. We also install HEPA filters and UV Light air purifiers with smart technology thermostats and zone controls. We offer senior and military discounts and yearly service agreements that can be tailored for biannual or quarterly service inspections.
General contractor located in Oklahoma who offers a variety of services to build your perfect home. We are a licensed and local roofing company who is committed to providing quality roofing systems and excellent pricing. We offer 24/7 service, and do much more than just roofing! We also specialize in foundation, renovations & remodeling.
General contractor located in Oklahoma who offers a variety of services to build your perfect home. We are a licensed and local roofing company who is committed to providing quality roofing systems and excellent pricing. We offer 24/7 service, and do much more than just roofing! We also specialize in foundation, renovations & remodeling.
Hammers chimney service provides cleaning, inspection, and repair, for wood burning fireplaces, stoves, gas fireplaces and inserts. Our chimney sweep has five years of experience and is certified by the chimney safety institute of America. We are based in Southeast Oklahoma but frequently travel to Arkansas and Texas.
Hammers chimney service provides cleaning, inspection, and repair, for wood burning fireplaces, stoves, gas fireplaces and inserts. Our chimney sweep has five years of experience and is certified by the chimney safety institute of America. We are based in Southeast Oklahoma but frequently travel to Arkansas and Texas.
Fine Roofing is Oklahoma's best roofing company. Our highly trained staff will install your roof right the first time. We only use the highest quality materials on our jobs and our installation process is second to none. We are fully licensed to do any roofing job, residential and commercial. We are fully insured which is an absolute must, giving you peace of mind. We built our family owned company on honesty and integrity and you can trust us to handle your roofing job professionally. We take pride in every project we undertake and understand that our reputation within the community is on the line every time we install a roof. We are not willing to gamble that reputation buy cutting corners, using sub standard materials or rushing a job. Every roof we install has our name on it, and we take that very seriously. Don't settle for less than the best. Call Fine Roofing or visit our web site at www.fineroofing.com
"Our experience with Fine Roofing was excellent. Even though other roofing contractors had given up on getting insurance to cover our roof, Bill somehow managed to get it covered 100%."
Cade C on April 2018
Fine Roofing is Oklahoma's best roofing company. Our highly trained staff will install your roof right the first time. We only use the highest quality materials on our jobs and our installation process is second to none. We are fully licensed to do any roofing job, residential and commercial. We are fully insured which is an absolute must, giving you peace of mind. We built our family owned company on honesty and integrity and you can trust us to handle your roofing job professionally. We take pride in every project we undertake and understand that our reputation within the community is on the line every time we install a roof. We are not willing to gamble that reputation buy cutting corners, using sub standard materials or rushing a job. Every roof we install has our name on it, and we take that very seriously. Don't settle for less than the best. Call Fine Roofing or visit our web site at www.fineroofing.com
"Our experience with Fine Roofing was excellent. Even though other roofing contractors had given up on getting insurance to cover our roof, Bill somehow managed to get it covered 100%."
We are a multifaceted contracting company offering a variety of services that include Home Inspections, Handyman Work, Bush Hogging and Lawn Maintenance. We are experienced in all types of maintenance and repair and offer emergency after hours service.
We are a multifaceted contracting company offering a variety of services that include Home Inspections, Handyman Work, Bush Hogging and Lawn Maintenance. We are experienced in all types of maintenance and repair and offer emergency after hours service.
Beck Construction Beck Construction is a family owned business providing custom home building, remodeling, custom cabinets, and commercial services to the Greater Tulsa, Muskogee, and northeast Oklahoma area for over 30 years. For three generations, our company has specialized in "true" custom construction, historic renovation, remodeling and kitchen design. Beck Construction has worked with Oklahoma famous Architect John Walton, and Interior Decorator Charles Faudree. Our work can be seen in books by Walton and Faudree. You can find us on Facebook and at www.beckconstructionsite.com! Steve Beck 918-681-0218 Philip Beck 918-869-9547
"They never finished. Lied daily took our money and we are without a kitchen. Now saying sorry it we are broke even though we have given them the money to pay for our project."
LISA H on July 2018
Beck Construction Beck Construction is a family owned business providing custom home building, remodeling, custom cabinets, and commercial services to the Greater Tulsa, Muskogee, and northeast Oklahoma area for over 30 years. For three generations, our company has specialized in "true" custom construction, historic renovation, remodeling and kitchen design. Beck Construction has worked with Oklahoma famous Architect John Walton, and Interior Decorator Charles Faudree. Our work can be seen in books by Walton and Faudree. You can find us on Facebook and at www.beckconstructionsite.com! Steve Beck 918-681-0218 Philip Beck 918-869-9547
"They never finished. Lied daily took our money and we are without a kitchen. Now saying sorry it we are broke even though we have given them the money to pay for our project."
All Service Handy is a privately owned company established on March 25, 2012. A.S.H. is a proffesional handyman business which provides general contracting for a broad range and variety of jobs for home improvement and construction. All of us here at A.S.H. take pride in our work offering our personal time to ensure and develop a friendly relationship and a comfortable experience. We strive to continue being a leader and example in providing excellent customer satisfaction and 100% QUALITY guaranteed.
All Service Handy is a privately owned company established on March 25, 2012. A.S.H. is a proffesional handyman business which provides general contracting for a broad range and variety of jobs for home improvement and construction. All of us here at A.S.H. take pride in our work offering our personal time to ensure and develop a friendly relationship and a comfortable experience. We strive to continue being a leader and example in providing excellent customer satisfaction and 100% QUALITY guaranteed.
FAQs for chimney inspection projects in Mcalester, OK
The average cost for a professional chimney cleaning is around $250, but prices range from $130 to $400 or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.
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 National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) recommends chimney sweeping once per year as a means of avoiding house fires and massive property damage. Over time, creosote and soot build up in your chimney from burning wood and a lack of ventilation. These compounds are both highly flammable, which means a build-up of them inside your chimney puts you at an increased risk of house fire. Chimney sweeping removes any residue and helps reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury from fire.
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.
On average, chimney repairs cost about $455. However, because of the vast range of potential repairs needed, the cost to repair a chimney ranges widely from $160 to $15,000, depending on the type and extent of repairs required.
The Mcalester, OK homeowners’ guide to chimney inspection services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The average cost to repair or replace a chimney crown depends on the damage, material, and any other chimney maintenance services bundled into your project.