A week later the wire to the thermostat on another unit got cut and after I repaired the visible damage the compressor was still not kicking on. I called Upton again and they were out the next day and found the wires bare inside the unit. They cleaned and repaired the unit and were very fair with their pricing. I will continue to use Upton electrical for my heat and air and electrical issues. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tn/westmoreland/upton-electrical-reviews-5122807.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Easling Contracting LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Linda S."},"reviewBody":"I paid one-third down, the metal arrived and they started the job on schedule. The crew consisted of Simeon, a friend of Simeon?s and the friend?s 14-year-old son. They worked long hours and ?slapped? the roof together in a week. Upon completion, the roof appeared to look acceptable and I paid Simeon. However, after the first rain, I noted the chimney was leaking. This is where the nightmare starts.
I phoned Simeon and he said he would be out to check it when he got back from vacation. Two weeks later, I phoned Simeon and he said he would check it when his son and ex-girlfriend went back to California. Third time I phoned Simeon, he ignored my call. I phoned a chimney sweep to inspect the chimney and he stated that the flashing was improperly done, causing the leak. I called Ben, who still has a local number but now resides in another state. He said he would send another boy, Gabriel Pearl, to inspect the chimney and that he would stay on the job until it the leak was repaired. Gabriel and Simeon are best friends, of course he thought the flashing was fine so he caulked around it. The chimney still leaked. So after I called him again, he came back out with Simeon who blamed the leak on my bricks and mortar.
So I hired a masonry man to tuck-point all the chimney joints and apply new mortar. He sealed the entire chimney and caulked all around the sides of it. The chimney still leaks. I called Gabriel back out and he said the brick work all looked great and he would order more metal and re-build the flashing. Two weeks later I had to call him again since I had not heard from him. He showed up with another boy, applied about five tubes of caulk and did not replace the flashing. I texted him again that it was still leaking. No response. I texted him asking if he was coming back out to fix it and he said he didn?t know what else to do. I called another chimney sweep out for an estimate and diagnosis. He took photos and said the flashing was substandard and was the most likely cause of the leak. I tried to send Ben Easling pictures of the shoddy roof flashing and his email address no longer works as the mail is returned, his website page no longer exists and he does not return my calls. I discovered these guys are gypsies who worked together in California flipping houses, Ben had a business in Texas, then Tennessee, now Ben is up in Michigan, I believe, buying a new company. I am a widow with a limited income and they took all the insurance money I received from storm damage to repair my roof. Now 9 months later, I have a moldy wet fireplace in my house and I am facing a huge expense to replace the roof and flashing around my chimney. I have just filed a report with the BBB.
UPDATE 03/29/2012: Apparently Angie's list contacted Ben Easling as Ben has phoned me (3/26/2012) and we are once again in discussions to resolve the situation. He has provided me an updated email address and I have sent pictures of the flashing. He is sending another man out to look at the flashing this coming Saturday (3/31/2012). After speaking with my masonry expert, Keith Walls, who has also worked on the chimney, Ben has verbally agreed by phone (3/28/2012) to replace the flashing (date undetermined). I just received confirmation from the BBB (3/29/2012) they have just now processed the complaint. Thank you, Angie, and I will keep you posted as to the progress.
UPDATE 04/07/2012 On Saturday, Ben Easling did send a third roofer out, Marcus White. He replaced the flashing and some of the metal roofing around the chimney. He was polite and professional and the new flashing has a much better cosmetic appearance than the original job. Marcus feels confident he has repaired the leak. We are waiting for the first good rain to determine if the new flashing has finally solved the leaking issue.
UPDATE 04/21/2012: After a solid night of rainfall, I inspected the chimney and no signs of a leak. I believe the chimney flashing was repaired successfully?finally! My feelings on the overall experience is that Ben Easling is most probably an honorable business man who unfortunately had to leave the area for family reasons shortly after I hired him to install a new roof on my house. He entrusted the job to a subcontractor (Simeon McDonald) who didn?t have the same work ethic as Ben, which backfired on all of us. If you consider using Easling Contracting, be sure that Ben himself is overseeing the job. I appreciate the fact that Ben was able to send a third roofer out (Marcus White) who did repair/replace the flashing. I just wish it hadn?t taken 10 months and a lot of runaround by the first two roofers before that could be accomplished, it would have avoided a lot of stress and aggravation and I would have given Easling Contracting a higher rating. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/mt/lambert/easling-contracting-llc-reviews-2338008.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Bryant's Powerwashing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Sarah D."},"reviewBody":"I contacted them by phone and we agreed on an appointment date. I requested that they call me 30 minutes before arrival which they did. The service tech climbed up on the roof and inspected the chimney crown and the flue, showing me pictures of the damaged portion. The service tech was friendly, professional, and went about his business as if he knew what he was doing. He also did a good job of cleaning up after himself. I have used them every year since to clean the chimney."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/fairfax/bryant%27s-powerwashing-reviews-219807.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Roscoe Brown Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"SALLY K."},"reviewBody":"They responded the same day we called. In addition to making the repairs we discussed how to avoid the problem in the future. We have a pump that helps maintain high pressure in the house. it needs to be better insulated. We were very satisfied!!! Great people!"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tn/murfreesboro/roscoe-brown-inc-reviews-286732.htm"},"position":10}]}
Chimney Repair reviews from real Angi homeowners in Tellico Plains, TN
Ground Up Foundation Repair is an excellent business. The owners are great people and they run a great company. I’ve been able to count on them to do great work over the last ten years. They have done a variety of jobs for my family over the years. Each time the job looks excellent and they...
Elizabeth F.
5.0
09/2019
We are so lucky to have found Pappas Enterprises. They have completed a lot of work for us to date. They remodeled my bedroom, made a new walk in closet, repaired a leaky wall in my son's bedroom, painted around our house, repaired leaks, replaced a very difficult window and helped with...
Pl P.
5.0
11/2017
There are not enough stars to rate this outstanding team! We highly recommend MWM for any project you have! Sadly our home suffered a chimney fire mid December 2016. It was deemed to be caused by a structural flaw in the construction of the chimney when the house was built in 1978. Because of...
Elisabeth H.
5.0
01/2016
I've hired One Call twice, both times for broken frozen plumbing. Did a great job getting our water turned back on and repaired and then insulated the pipes so (hopefully) we won't have that problem again.
I contacted them by phone and we agreed on an appointment date. I requested that they call me 30 minutes before arrival which they did. The service tech climbed up on the roof and inspected the chimney crown and the flue, showing me pictures of the damaged portion. The service tech was...
Sally K.
5.0
01/2010
They responded the same day we called. In addition to making the repairs we discussed how to avoid the problem in the future. We have a pump that helps maintain high pressure in the house. it needs to be better insulated. We were very satisfied!!! Great people!
We do things right the first time, Masonry is a very permanent job and bound to be there for decades to come, attention to detail is essential in our line of work, everything is custom and tailored to our customers specific needs. Here are a few examples of what we do. Hardscaping and outdoor patio items: Flagstone walkways, decorative stone load bearing retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, fireplaces, decorative flagstone flooring, columns, seating areas and grill areas, we also do decorative stone water features such as fish ponds, water falls and small creeks for drainage or just to add that peaceful look/feel to your yard. We also do some large masonry repairs such as: cracks in brick, block, or stone on your steps or retaining walls, usually caused by water damage and we can help deviate that as well. We fix deteriorating brick on chimneys and replace leaking caps metal or masonry. We also remodel indoor fireplaces if you don’t like the current look we can fix that up.
We do things right the first time, Masonry is a very permanent job and bound to be there for decades to come, attention to detail is essential in our line of work, everything is custom and tailored to our customers specific needs. Here are a few examples of what we do. Hardscaping and outdoor patio items: Flagstone walkways, decorative stone load bearing retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, fireplaces, decorative flagstone flooring, columns, seating areas and grill areas, we also do decorative stone water features such as fish ponds, water falls and small creeks for drainage or just to add that peaceful look/feel to your yard. We also do some large masonry repairs such as: cracks in brick, block, or stone on your steps or retaining walls, usually caused by water damage and we can help deviate that as well. We fix deteriorating brick on chimneys and replace leaking caps metal or masonry. We also remodel indoor fireplaces if you don’t like the current look we can fix that up.
ECS is a Full Service Exterior Solutions Company specializing in Certified Roofing, Professional Siding, Decks, seamless gutters and Interior/Exterior painting installations. Locally Owned and Operated. Over 23 years of experience Our main focus is to Provide each customer with quality material options, professional and certified installations by experienced personnel, and customer service excellence that provides peace of mind from the initial project assessment to the final project completion. ** We now offer financing**
"Great. We are selling the property snd need the install done as we start to show it. Robert got it in quick for us. We’re under contract and the buyer loves it!"
Andy E on October 2025
ECS is a Full Service Exterior Solutions Company specializing in Certified Roofing, Professional Siding, Decks, seamless gutters and Interior/Exterior painting installations. Locally Owned and Operated. Over 23 years of experience Our main focus is to Provide each customer with quality material options, professional and certified installations by experienced personnel, and customer service excellence that provides peace of mind from the initial project assessment to the final project completion. ** We now offer financing**
"Great. We are selling the property snd need the install done as we start to show it. Robert got it in quick for us. We’re under contract and the buyer loves it!"
We have 2 handymen ready to serve you. If there is something our men can't do we will gladly recommend or screen a contractor for you that can complete the project.
We have 2 handymen ready to serve you. If there is something our men can't do we will gladly recommend or screen a contractor for you that can complete the project.
My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.
My primary business is consulting on buildings that have construction defects that allow moisture intrusion, rot, mold, etc. I also work with builders on new buildings to assist in the sequencing and selection of products to prevent moisture intrusion, promote long-term building performance, ie., concrete curing, roof flashing, window and door installation, moisture barriers, basement waterproofing, etc.
Sharp Home Repair BBS Project MGT Currently 3 employees on a need to work basis we do most of the home repairs ourselves without sub contracting any work out not unless on a tight deadline and see fit to do so we accept cash, credit card, money orders financing available on some projects WAC and or collateral. Currently running special on metal roofing sales and service
Sharp Home Repair BBS Project MGT Currently 3 employees on a need to work basis we do most of the home repairs ourselves without sub contracting any work out not unless on a tight deadline and see fit to do so we accept cash, credit card, money orders financing available on some projects WAC and or collateral. Currently running special on metal roofing sales and service
Here at Royal Home Services we are a family run business. We try at all aspects to keep from having to use any sub-contractors. We have many areas of expertise and strive to keep an safe environment for my family and yours. Our payment system is no payment excepted until the work ordered is complete and home owner is fully satisfied.
Here at Royal Home Services we are a family run business. We try at all aspects to keep from having to use any sub-contractors. We have many areas of expertise and strive to keep an safe environment for my family and yours. Our payment system is no payment excepted until the work ordered is complete and home owner is fully satisfied.
Offer 24/7 emergency plumbing and electrical services
"Robbed, flat out. Took me for supplies, came back with partial (old crap) and then never showed, after weeks of excuses. Wife, supposedly, and himself. Look this guy up, he just robs people and seemingly gets away with it. Also seems to do shoddy work. DO NOT USE THESE PEOPLE. Willing to rip off older people as well. Is he still in the area? Probably moved on to newer hunting grounds."
Valerie C on September 2020
Offer 24/7 emergency plumbing and electrical services
"Robbed, flat out. Took me for supplies, came back with partial (old crap) and then never showed, after weeks of excuses. Wife, supposedly, and himself. Look this guy up, he just robs people and seemingly gets away with it. Also seems to do shoddy work. DO NOT USE THESE PEOPLE. Willing to rip off older people as well. Is he still in the area? Probably moved on to newer hunting grounds."
Specialty Construction Solutions, Inc. (SCS) is founded and ran by a father / son team, each with unique professional backgrounds and skills that combine to form a top notch professional construction service provider. Our personal and professional obligation is to provide clients with accurate cost estimates, high quality workmanship, Professional documentation and a tailored solution to fit your budget.
Specialty Construction Solutions, Inc. (SCS) is founded and ran by a father / son team, each with unique professional backgrounds and skills that combine to form a top notch professional construction service provider. Our personal and professional obligation is to provide clients with accurate cost estimates, high quality workmanship, Professional documentation and a tailored solution to fit your budget.
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FAQs for chimney repair projects in Tellico Plains, TN
Chimney repairs can take many forms for a seemingly simple structure, and costs can vary widely. Common chimney repairs include:
The cost to replace the chimney crown or top is about $1,550 on average. The range varies widely depending on the size of the chimney, the materials used, accessibility, and the extent of the damage. If you suspect a problem with your chimney top, call a professional masonry contractor for an inspection.
If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.
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 cost to replace a chimney is about $10,000 on average and can cost up to $15,000, depending on the size, accessibility, materials, and extent of the replacement. Sometimes tearing the chimney down to the roof line and rebuilding it is an option. But if the chimney's internal structure deteriorates badly enough, a complete demolition down to the fireplace or the foundation may be necessary.
The Tellico Plains, TN homeowners’ guide to chimney repairs
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Sealing your chimney is one of the most affordable ways to prevent water from penetrating the bricks. This guide breaks down the cost to seal a chimney.
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.
What is repointing a chimney? Repointing a chimney is a necessary repair to keep your structure leak-free. Find out what’s needed and how long it lasts.