Top-rated fireplace cleaning pros.

Get matched with top fireplace cleaning pros in Los Indios, TX

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your fireplace cleaning project in Los Indios, TX?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Fireplace cleaning pros in Los Indios

Avatar for OCD Chimney RGV
OCD Chimney RGV
5.0(
5
)
Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Los Indios, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

OCD Chimney RGV is a family owned, licensed and insured chimney company serving homeowners across Cameron and Hidalgo County. We live up to our name: obsessive attention to detail on every job, whether it’s a routine sweep or a full chase rebuild. Our services cover chimney cleaning and inspections, damper and cap replacement, flashing repair, waterproofing, masonry restoration, and dryer vent cleaning. A dirty or damaged chimney is more than an eyesore. It’s a fire risk, a water intrusion point, and a slow drain on your home’s structure. We inspect thoroughly, explain what we find with photos, and quote honestly, so you know exactly what needs attention now and what can wait.\n\n We show up on time, communicate clearly, and leave your roof and chimney better than we found them. Serving McAllen, Brownsville, Harlingen, Edinburg, Mission, Pharr, San Juan, Weslaco, Donna, Alamo, and surrounding RGV communities, with same day and next day availability on most service calls.

Avatar for Rodney
Rodney
New to Angi
Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Los Indios, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Rodney. I’ve spent my career in construction and enjoy helping customers bring their projects to life. I’m hardworking, dependable, and committed to doing things the right way. My goal is always to provide quality workmanship, keep communication open, and make sure every customer is satisfied with the final result. I appreciate the opportunity to work with you and look forward to helping with your next project.

Vicky
New to Angi
Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving Los Indios, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Vicky is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Fireplace Cleaners questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.

The main difference between limewash and German schmear is their core ingredient. Limewash is made from crushed limestone, while German schmear uses a mortar base. This affects their application, appearance, and longevity. German schmear involves applying a thin layer of mortar to brick or stone and then partially wiping it off. In contrast, limewash is a type of paint. German schmear is essentially permanent, lasting one to two decades with minimal maintenance, whereas limewash has a shorter lifespan of five to seven years. Cost-wise, German schmear is about $1 to $4 per square foot and is typically only available in white or gray.

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. 

Knowing who to hire to install your fireplace is important when it comes to having a safe place to burn a fire in your home. The best person to contact for installing fireplaces is a mason or general contractor who has a National Fireplace Institute (NFI) specialist certification. If you’re installing wood paneling, then it’s a good idea to also find a pro who is Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT)-certified. 

Both of these certifications show that your pro is well-equipped to install fireplaces and inspect your home for the utmost safety.

The Los Indios, TX homeowners’ guide to fireplace cleaning services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.