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OCD Chimney RGV
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Los Indios, TX and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

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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.

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Rodney
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving Los Indios, TX and surrounding areas

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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
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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

A fireplace can take anywhere from a few hours to several weeks to remodel, depending on the complexity of the project. For example, for a simple paint job, you’ll spend very little time touching up your fireplace, while larger remodels that involve replacing or repairing a fireplace can take up to 4 weeks.

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.

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.

No, you can't apply limewash with a roller and expect good results. Limewash is as much a technique as it is a type of paint, and a freehand application with a brush is part of that technique. Hand brushing a large area can be tiring, but limewash goes on easily and only requires thin coats to be effective.

Costs depend on material type, labor, chimney requirements, and structural reinforcements.

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