Also worth mentioning, he uses email and returns voice mail, I rarely had to wait for a reply even if not urgent. He is my new plumber! Fantastic. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/steels-tavern/clearwater-plumbing-and-pump-service-reviews-8640390.htm"},"position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Roto-Rooter","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Michael W."},"reviewBody":"Roto-Rooter has come to our aid three or four times and they are expensive but they are extremely dependable. They are very professional and well trained and they know what they are doing. I have no other local person in this county that I would recommend for pluming. He took about hour and half to do the whole thing correctly and it will work for probably the next years. They are well trained and certified. We called and they guy came and checked it out on a Sunday evening. They are about 35 miles from us. In the past they have replaced galvanized pipe for us. when we had the addition put on we had a fire place in the basement of the older house I wanted gas and someone told us that there was no way we could get that done. When Roto-Rooter was here doing plumbing I said something to the man about it when he was in the basement working and he said it sure can be done and he explained how to do it. Roto-Rooter set up a beautiful gas fire place for us in the basement."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/forest/roto-rooter-reviews-6590336.htm"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"CAMPBELL GLASS & DOOR","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Mike R."},"reviewBody":"I broke one of the glass windows in my garage door and didn't have a lot of confidence that I could replace it myself. I reached out to several glass companies, but most said that the job was too small for them. One recommended Campbell Glass & Door. When I called them, they made an appointment to make the repair within a week, quoting a price of $185. The guys showed up on time and did the repair job within an hour. I'm satisfied with the final product. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/gaithersburg/campbell-glass-and-door-reviews-158800.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Williams Auto Body","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Margo S."},"reviewBody":"went beautifully as always. william's is always 30 to 40 % below other body shops in area. he's one of the few left that actually repairs instead of just replacing the whole section at huge cost, work is always excellent, on time, and it lasts. the place is a bit quaint. don't be put off. the man does quality work. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/natural-bridge/williams-auto-body-reviews-4726548.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"CARIBBEAN BREEZE HEATING AND COOLING","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Kelly B."},"reviewBody":"Our A/C went out in the middle of the night. I had used Carlos before for a small A/C repair and called him at 7:30am the next morning. He opens at 8:00 and called me exactly at 8 on the dot. He was even able to squeeze me in that same day, over what probably should have been his lunchtime. I had to be at work so I asked him to give me a 15-minute heads-up call so I could meet him at my home. He did. He quickly found the most obvious problem (capacitor), but like he always does, he thoroughly checked every other part of the system in detail. Something wasn't right about the system pressure, so he kept looking for something else. Because the system came back on after he replaced the capacitor, most repair professionals would have left at that point and considered the job finished. Carlos discovered a blockage in the system, which was a much more serious problem. If we had just gone on to run our A/C system with a new capacitor, this problem would have grown and caused us to probably need an entire coil or system replacement within a few weeks or months (thousands of dollars). Carlos described everything in detail and gave me three options for a repair, from least expensive/shortest term fix to most expensive/longest term fix. He was completely informative, no pressure, just laying out the pros and cons of the various options. I found this extremely helpful. I chose one of the options, and he said he would have to order some parts and come back in 2 days. He did not charge me anything that day, saying I could pay the whole thing when he came back to complete the fix. Not only did he come back exactly on time, he spent over 6 hours (with a helper!) in the hot sun and the attic fixing this issue, which involved a lot of tricky technical work. Again he checked everything thoroughly to make sure the fix was sound. I was shocked when the total bill was only $640, since he put in easily 8-9 hours of labor (6 of them with an assistant) on two separate days, and the total labor charge for the whole thing was less than $200 of the overall bill. I included a tip in my payment because it is truly rare and exceptional to receive such knowledgeable, professional service. I recommend everyone with gas line, A/C or heating system issues use Caribbean Breeze. Carlos knows EVERYTHING about these things, and he is a polite person and d*** hard worker. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/la/harvey/caribbean-breeze-heating-and-cooling-reviews-491527.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"PULASKI SEPTIC TANK SVC INC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Robert D."},"reviewBody":"They pumped out my septic tank which was backing up, but by removing the top, it did not appear to be all that full. It turned out there was a issue with the pipe coming out of the house. Pulaski Septic Service was prompt and courteous. They also gave me a business card for a contractor to do the repair of the pipe when I was ready. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to my friends and neighbors. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/pulaski/pulaski-septic-tank-svc-inc-reviews-6057649.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Rhodenizer Heating and Air LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Afshad I."},"reviewBody":"We were going to move in to a new house in a new city and our agent recommended this company, so we hired them to service/repair the two heating/cooling systems. When all was said and done, we paid almost twice the amount they originally estimated! Plus, when we finally moved in, I asked the company as a courtesy to send a repair person to give me a quick over view of what all was fixed. Had to pay $30 additional dollars for that, which I thought was unnecessary since without a complaint I already paid much more than their initial estimate. In my opinion, the lack of another company in the area is the reason why they get called in. We have since switched over to another company 40 minutes away. Finally, this year we hired the new company to come and fix a leak in the a/c unit and the leak happened to be from the exact same area that Rhodenizer claimed they fixed last year. Would recommend to stay away and look for someone else!"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/lexington/rhodenizer-heating-and-air-llc-reviews-6225845.htm"},"position":8}]}
Gas Fireplace Repair reviews from real Angi homeowners in East Lexington, VA
Roto-Rooter has come to our aid three or four times and they are expensive but they are extremely dependable. They are very professional and well trained and they know what they are doing. I have no other local person in this county that I would recommend for pluming. He took about hour and...
Our A/C went out in the middle of the night. I had used Carlos before for a small A/C repair and called him at 7:30am the next morning. He opens at 8:00 and called me exactly at 8 on the dot. He was even able to squeeze me in that same day, over what probably should have been his...
We were going to move in to a new house in a new city and our agent recommended this company, so we hired them to service/repair the two heating/cooling systems. When all was said and done, we paid almost twice the amount they originally estimated! Plus, when we finally moved in, I asked...
Wooldridge Heating Air Electrical Plumbing, Inc. is Central Virginia's Largest Residential Service provider and winner of the Angie's List Super Service Award, Voted best of by Lynchburg's Reader's Choice , & Lynchburg Business Magazine! We specialize in residential install & service of American Standard, RUUD, MOOVAIR, & Mitsubishi mini split HVAC equipment as well as Generac Standby Generators with a full service and maintenance department to maintain and keep your systems up and running ! We now offer full Plumbing services everthing from water heater replacement to a leaky faucet, we have your plumbing needs covered. We have been serving our area since September 1975! We would love to take care of you and keep your home comfortable, please feel free to contact us!
"If I could just rate some of the service technicians I would rate them higher and would recommend that they find a new ethical company to work for! We purchased our unit seven years ago. We had gotten a quote several months prior to purchasing our unit and when we purchased there was a sale that was $500 cheaper then the quote. They had us sign the quote sheet acknowledging installation which had ten year parts and one year labor warranty which we did not pay attention to since it was an old quote. However, the invoice we received had the correct amount that I paid and listed 10 year parts and labor warranty which now they don't want to honor. An attorney I consulted said the invoice would stand up in small claims court which I am now considering. It's just ashamed people don't have ethical business practices. I would encourage anyone looking for a new unit or service for existing systems to look elsewhere!!!!!"
Ken M on May 2024
Wooldridge Heating Air Electrical Plumbing, Inc. is Central Virginia's Largest Residential Service provider and winner of the Angie's List Super Service Award, Voted best of by Lynchburg's Reader's Choice , & Lynchburg Business Magazine! We specialize in residential install & service of American Standard, RUUD, MOOVAIR, & Mitsubishi mini split HVAC equipment as well as Generac Standby Generators with a full service and maintenance department to maintain and keep your systems up and running ! We now offer full Plumbing services everthing from water heater replacement to a leaky faucet, we have your plumbing needs covered. We have been serving our area since September 1975! We would love to take care of you and keep your home comfortable, please feel free to contact us!
"If I could just rate some of the service technicians I would rate them higher and would recommend that they find a new ethical company to work for! We purchased our unit seven years ago. We had gotten a quote several months prior to purchasing our unit and when we purchased there was a sale that was $500 cheaper then the quote. They had us sign the quote sheet acknowledging installation which had ten year parts and one year labor warranty which we did not pay attention to since it was an old quote. However, the invoice we received had the correct amount that I paid and listed 10 year parts and labor warranty which now they don't want to honor. An attorney I consulted said the invoice would stand up in small claims court which I am now considering. It's just ashamed people don't have ethical business practices. I would encourage anyone looking for a new unit or service for existing systems to look elsewhere!!!!!"
Serving PA, Shamrock Chimney will provide you with a dedicated approach to ensure your chimney is kept clean and safe. Our team provides chimney solutions for every problem, protecting homes from dangers of leaking chimneys and flues. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
"They did excellent work ,worked 2 long hard days and were swift to complete the repairs. They were very responsive and professional. Despite the job being harder than anticipated they stuck w/ the original quote."
Barry S on July 2025
Serving PA, Shamrock Chimney will provide you with a dedicated approach to ensure your chimney is kept clean and safe. Our team provides chimney solutions for every problem, protecting homes from dangers of leaking chimneys and flues. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
"They did excellent work ,worked 2 long hard days and were swift to complete the repairs. They were very responsive and professional. Despite the job being harder than anticipated they stuck w/ the original quote."
Brick, block, stone, fireplaces, chimneys, big or small projects. We offer quality work at a reasonable price. We are a family owned father-son business. Between the two we have over 50 years of experience not counting our team members.
Brick, block, stone, fireplaces, chimneys, big or small projects. We offer quality work at a reasonable price. We are a family owned father-son business. Between the two we have over 50 years of experience not counting our team members.
Hello my name is Carlos Guashpa (President and Owner) of Strong Tower Home Improvement LLC. We know the importance of creating a safe and beautiful home for all home owners. We are passionate about providing top quality residential construction services. Whether you are looking to build a new home or to renovate a certain part of your house, Strong Tower Home Improvements LLC, will provide all of your construction needs. We specialize in new home construction, kitchens and baths remodeling, Siding, decking, dormers, extensions, and much more. We are a fully licensed company and we strive to provide our clients with great products with great service that fit both the old charm and the new world. We take Pride in making sure each job is completed on time, within budget and with the professionalism you deserve, we work to help our clients to transform their homes.
"Carlos and his crew were fast, came in on budget, and did fabulous work. He maintained good communication throughout the project, and I will absolutely use him again for other work we’ve got planned."
Peyton C on February 2024
Hello my name is Carlos Guashpa (President and Owner) of Strong Tower Home Improvement LLC. We know the importance of creating a safe and beautiful home for all home owners. We are passionate about providing top quality residential construction services. Whether you are looking to build a new home or to renovate a certain part of your house, Strong Tower Home Improvements LLC, will provide all of your construction needs. We specialize in new home construction, kitchens and baths remodeling, Siding, decking, dormers, extensions, and much more. We are a fully licensed company and we strive to provide our clients with great products with great service that fit both the old charm and the new world. We take Pride in making sure each job is completed on time, within budget and with the professionalism you deserve, we work to help our clients to transform their homes.
"Carlos and his crew were fast, came in on budget, and did fabulous work. He maintained good communication throughout the project, and I will absolutely use him again for other work we’ve got planned."
Owned by Joel Rogers, a native of the Lynchburg Virginia area, Southern Masonry is the go to company for any and all masonry restoration needs. SMR specializes in strictly restoration and custom repairs/builds, like that chimney or porch that needs rebuilding with brick to match your home, or that gorgeous outdoor kitchen you have been dreaming of. We are also specialists in fixing those pesky leaks in your basement that just keep coming back, as well as the utilization of top of the market masonry sealants to add years of life to your existing masonry! We also offer a 21 point chimney safety inspection that is perfect to assess the safety of those wood burning and gas log fireplaces alike!
Owned by Joel Rogers, a native of the Lynchburg Virginia area, Southern Masonry is the go to company for any and all masonry restoration needs. SMR specializes in strictly restoration and custom repairs/builds, like that chimney or porch that needs rebuilding with brick to match your home, or that gorgeous outdoor kitchen you have been dreaming of. We are also specialists in fixing those pesky leaks in your basement that just keep coming back, as well as the utilization of top of the market masonry sealants to add years of life to your existing masonry! We also offer a 21 point chimney safety inspection that is perfect to assess the safety of those wood burning and gas log fireplaces alike!
As a family owned and operated business, HP Metal Fabrication provides DMV area homeowners and homebuilders with the highest quality fabrication and installation services available. For over 20 years, we have built our solid reputation with talented and experienced staff, the finest materials, honest and open communication, and an absolute commitment to every detail. We specialize in all aspects of custom metal needs in construction.
As a family owned and operated business, HP Metal Fabrication provides DMV area homeowners and homebuilders with the highest quality fabrication and installation services available. For over 20 years, we have built our solid reputation with talented and experienced staff, the finest materials, honest and open communication, and an absolute commitment to every detail. We specialize in all aspects of custom metal needs in construction.
We are a small General Contracting business, with skilled in-house specialists in our field of work. We offer 0% APR financing for up to 12 months for qualifying clientele, are in the process for SWAM certification. We are certified land disturbers, Mastic Elite Contractor, Certified Dreamhome Provider, Certified for lead removal, and certified through CSI as a Certified Siding Installer. Though SWaM Certified as a small business our skilled installers of bathroom tile, hardwood flooring, to electrical installation of new light fixtures, is often performed in-house. We offer free appraisals for project bids. BBB Certified.
We are a small General Contracting business, with skilled in-house specialists in our field of work. We offer 0% APR financing for up to 12 months for qualifying clientele, are in the process for SWAM certification. We are certified land disturbers, Mastic Elite Contractor, Certified Dreamhome Provider, Certified for lead removal, and certified through CSI as a Certified Siding Installer. Though SWaM Certified as a small business our skilled installers of bathroom tile, hardwood flooring, to electrical installation of new light fixtures, is often performed in-house. We offer free appraisals for project bids. BBB Certified.
Gas Fireplace Repair questions, answered by experts
If you want to avoid damaging your home's brick, you should always use a stain specifically formulated for masonry projects. These stains are designed to penetrate the porous surface of the brick and bond with it, unlike paints, which sit on the surface and are prone to peeling and flaking. Look for stains labeled for use on brick or other masonry surfaces. Avoid using regular paint on brick, as it will not adhere well and will likely lead to future maintenance issues.
The best color to paint a brick fireplace comes down to personal taste. However, neutral colors—like white or gray—will open the space and create a bright modern look, making them popular options. However, choosing a bold color can turn your fireplace into a feature piece that will be the talk of all family gatherings.
If you’re deciding between limewash versus whitewash, know that both have a chalky matte appearance. Limewash is made from lime, water, and sometimes pigment, while whitewash consists of lime, water, white chalk, and binders (though you can get a similar look with watered-down white paint). Whitewash has fewer options for color customization, and it sits on surfaces instead of being absorbed into them, which can trap moisture. Whitewashing costs less—about $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.
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 do not harm surfaces if you apply them correctly. Use on non-suitable surfaces can cause issues. For instance, applying limewash or whitewash to surfaces with existing sealants or incompatible materials may lead to poor adhesion or flaking. Also, harsh cleaning agents on limewashed or whitewashed surfaces can damage the finish. Proper preparation, application, and maintenance ensure that limewash and whitewash do not harm surfaces.
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The East Lexington, VA homeowners’ guide to gas fireplace repair services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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