Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"It was excellent. They were just thorough, clean, and found a problem with my dryer vent. They educated me about the chimney, the process, and about the cleaning. I highly recommend them."
Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Charlie and his team did a great job tuck pointing our chimney. It looks like new! The work was efficient, high quality, and they were super easy to work with. Highly recommend."
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Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Very professional Did leave some ash soot residue on our white brick fireplace"
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Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"They came out cleaned chimmney did inspection on it . Requested a bid to install a wood burning stove where it was a wood burning fireplace . The bid was good we scheduled a date for install . Project was done on time , looks good . Very nice"
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Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They did an excellent job! The job turned out to have more issues that I had expected, due to some problems that they uncovered once they started rebuilding the chimney. They could not have known about the problem upfront. But they handled it well, and did an excellent job. I would definitely use them again."
Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Gary is extremely knowledgeable and very responsive. Made our old gas log fireplace look brand new again. Id definitely recommend GasGurus to friends."
Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Everyone on this team is fantastic. We originally met with Jacob, who was incredibly detailed in the notes he took. He spent a good amount of time with us at our initial meeting to truly understand what we wanted to accomplish. For the second meeting, we met with Jacob and Brian to go over some more items in detail. This is our first home and we relied on their experience when we weren't sure which direction to head into with some areas. The entire team was patient and respectful throughout the entire process, provided updates throughout our remodel, and gave recommendations when we needed them. Everything turned out how we wanted it to and we couldn't be happier. We'll definitely be using them in the future for other projects."
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Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Dillion and his crew repaired the back wall of my house by replacing bricks that were damaged and Tuckpointed it. I also hired them to repair my fireplace damper and to put a liner in my chimney flue. They did an amazing job, cleaned up, and finished in a timely manner."
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Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. \nWe look forward to earning your business!\n
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Serving Arnold, MO and surrounding areas
Approved
My name is David Smith, I own smith masonry and construction of Salem, Mo. I specialize in brick, block and, stone work. I also offer concrete flat work. Here at Smith masonry we care about our customers opinion and, their happiness. So if you want quality and beautiful work give us, Smith Masonry & Construction a call and we’ll get you taken care of and your projects looking good!
Start with a professional inspection. If damage is limited to a few bricks or the crown, a targeted repair helps keep costs and disruption to a minimum. Severe leaning, widespread mortar failure, or major fire damage usually signals it’s time for a complete teardown and rebuild. Your contractor will outline both price tags, but remember that rebuilding a failing stack is often cheaper than repeated patch jobs and the water leaks or fire hazards they allow.
Cracks provide water with an easy path into the masonry, weakening the bricks and mortar and increasing the risk of collapse or fire. Gaps can also let hot gases and sparks escape into attic spaces. Call a chimney pro as soon as you see cracking so they can seal small joints or recommend a larger rebuild before minor damage turns into a costly emergency.
Smoke rolling back into the room often indicates a blocked flue, a broken damper, or a drafting issue. Have a sweep inspect the damper, flue liner, and any obstructions right away. Most fixes involve clearing debris, repairing the liner, or adjusting the damper so the fireplace pulls air correctly. Don’t light another fire until a professional pinpoints the cause and confirms your system is venting safely.
Most policies cover chimney repairs caused by a sudden, covered event, such as lightning, a fallen tree, or a house fire. They won’t cover damage that stems from neglected maintenance or everyday wear. Review your policy or contact your agent before scheduling work to determine what documentation your insurer requires and what costs you will be responsible for.
Component life spans vary. Clay tile or cast-in-place liners last close to 50 years, while stainless-steel liners last 15 to 20 years. Mortar requires attention every 25 to 30 years, while crowns last 50 to 75 years. Use these numbers as a maintenance roadmap: schedule regular inspections, budget for future upgrades, and replace parts before age-related cracks develop into more significant problems.
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