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Avatar for Art Karos, LLC - DBA Art's Chimney & Stonework
Art Karos, LLC - DBA Art's Chimney & Stonework
4.9(
80
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Brick or Stone Fireplace - Repair

Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed the firebricks in the fireplace re-mortared and a large stone on the front of the house had shifted and needed to be reset and tuck pointed. They showed up as scheduled and completed the jobs quickly."
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Pratt's Professional Chimney Service
Pratt's Professional Chimney Service
4.8(
260
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyBrick or Stone Fireplace - RepairClean and Inspect a gas fireplace+1 more

Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The workers were professional, friendly, and informative. Unfortunately a lot of repairs need to be done for fireplace safety and repair of chimney stone work. The price is high but I don't know - it might be a fair estimate. With that level of expense it's advisable to get a couple of more bids before deciding, so I'll probably do that."
Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Janesville Chimney and Fireplace
5.0(
7
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - RepairPre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - Install+6 more

Serving Franklin, WI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired Janesville Chimney and Fireplace to clean and inspect our chimney. He showed upon time and did a very good job. Very nice young man and we were charged a fair price. We feel safer now knowing the chimney has been cleaned and inspected. Thank you Janesville Chimney and Fireplace."
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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

In addition to flashing, a roof cricket can help divert water around your chimney so that it drains properly off your roof. It’s shaped like a double triangle and is installed behind the chimney so that falling water spills evenly down each side. This helps prevent water from accumulating behind your chimney, which can increase water damage and the risk of leaks. 

The International Building Code (IBC) requires cricket installation if a chimney built after 2012 measures over 30 inches in width. Chimneys constructed before that date are typically grandfathered in and aren’t required to have crickets installed.

The lifespan of a chimney damper depends on several factors, including its material, how often the fireplace is used, and the amount of debris that enters the chimney. With proper maintenance, an average damper can last about 20 years. To ensure it is functioning correctly, it is best to have it professionally inspected. Some experts recommend an annual inspection, while others suggest having a chimney sweep inspect and clean it every two years. A professional can assess the damper's condition and determine if a replacement is necessary.

Fireplaces can theoretically help you save on heating bills if you lower the temperature throughout the rest of your home and heat only a single room that you occupy using the fireplace. However, in most cases, homeowners won’t save any money on heating bills. Gas and electric fireplace inserts could actually lead to a spike in your respective energy bills if you use them frequently, and if you don’t keep up with chimney maintenance and repairs, your traditional masonry fireplace could actually be a source of heat loss in the winter.

In most cases, you should not put a TV on a fireplace mantel. The minimum width required to put a TV safely on a shelf or mantel is 10 inches, but pre-made mantels are usually too shallow, averaging at only seven inches deep. If you do choose to place a TV above a mantel, it should be mounted to the wall. However, do so cautiously as heat radiating from the fireplace could potentially cause damage to electronics.

You should get your chimney cleaned around once per year, but you might want to opt for bi-annual cleanings if you use your fireplace often. Remember, your boiler likely vents into your chimney as well, so cleaning is required even if you don’t use your fireplace. It’s a good idea to clean your chimney during the summer so that it’s ready to use when you want a worry-free cozy fire on that first crisp autumn night of the season.

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