Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great Chimney & Fireplace Company."
Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"Sammy did a fantastic job installing our fireplace! He communicated well, he provided a break down estimate and invoices as we requested. He went the extra mile to make sure we liked the brick/stone on the surround. Highly recommend him for all your fireplace needs!"
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Small jobs welcome
Customers say: Quick response
"Rusty did a great job, on time, reasonable price. He noticed a crack in our interior fireplace and told us we have maybe two years before we have to repair it, perhaps at a cost of $200. Showed up on time, called 30 minutes before arriving. Highly recommended."
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Jonathan and his team at Butler & Associates Construction are some of the most professional and friendly people I?ve had the pleasure of working with in this industry. Words can?t describe how amazing this team is and how precisely they executed our project. They were thoughtful in their design and layout, making sure everything matched exactly what we were looking for. During the design phase, Jonathan stayed true to the family-focused theme I wanted. Throughout construction, he greatly reduced my anxiety by clearly knowing what needed to be done and how to correct any imperfections along the way. His confidence and expertise made the entire process stress-free. If you?re looking for someone you can truly trust to do your renovation right, I highly recommend giving this team a call. Thank you, Jonathan, for an outstanding experience!"
Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"Work was delivered on time, in a professional manner, competitive price, good personal service, easy to work with. We are very satisfied."
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
"Trevor was friendly , knowledgeable, and conscientious. He answered his phone promptly, listened to my concern, and scheduled me for a service call the same day. He worked efficiently and spent time showing giving me tips about the operation of my gas fireplace. I highly recommend him if you need service, or have repair or installation needs."
Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They were amazing. They were professional and did a great job! Will most definitely hire them again for all of our grill needs!"
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Had a leaking fireplace. E-mailed through webpage evening of the leak. David was able to stop by the next evening. Immediately offered and performed a temporary fix (good for about a year) and recommended a larger, but reasonably priced permanent fix. I really enjoyed this interaction and am very hopeful that future work with David will be just as great. It's hard to find quality workmanship in Huntsville. I'm hoping these guys will get to become my go to company. So far so good. :D"
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
"Builder is very friendly, wants to do the job correctly. Will change if you're not satisfied. Fair prices."
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Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I think there work is good. I will not know for sure for a while I guess. The only problem is it took weeks for them to complete the job. In fairness, it did rain a more than normal amount during those weeks, but there were days of dry weather when I wondered why they don't come and do this small job. I wish them the best and everyone I talked to was professional, but I got frustrated."
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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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