Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
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."
Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very professional in his work. Answered all of my questions and is very knowledgeable in his line of work. Our chimney needed a good clean and now we can finally enjoy our fireplace this winter."
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Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"GINO, DID A GREAT JOB. SOMEONE YOU CAN TRUSH. PLUS PRICE WAS $100 dollars cheaper then competitors"
Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent job! He did an excellent job on the chimney and fireplace. Neat work, cleaned the chimney from top to bottom and took care of the fireplace as well."
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Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
Free estimates
"We could not be more impressed with the work provided! It looks beautiful and very professionally done. We would hire him back anytime and HIGHLY recommend him to anyone!! Rates were extremely reasonable as well. He had the work completed in 1 and a 1/2 days and was detail oriented. Exceptional work!"
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Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Credit card accepted
"Project- cleaned and repaired a wood fireplace Prompt service. They arrived on time inspected the fireplace and chimney and took pictures of repairs needed. Gave us a fair quote and completed the job the same day. Nice clean job. Looking forward to having a safe fireplace for fires this winter."
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Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"DJ call to explain they were running behind at the prior customer's home, but upon arriving proceeded to clean the fireplace, He inspected the chimney as well."
Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"connor knows his way around a fireplace"
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Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I called Patriot Chimney for inspection and cleaning service of our wood stove. They were unable to keep our first appointment due to circumstances beyond their control and offered to do the inspection at no charge at our next appointment. The day of our appointment the office called to let me know they were on their way. Billy, our technician, was personable and professional. He listened to my thoughts and concerns and advised accordingly. The inspection was thorough and Billy left me feeling confident the stove is in good shape and will perform well for our purposes. My entire experience working with Patriot Chimney was a pleasure and I will hire them again."
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Serving Belvidere, IL and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
We are a family owned and operated General Contractor that self performs some fields of work as well. You can come to us for a leaky toilet, to renovate your whole home, add an addition or even consult to build your very own dream home from the ground up. The possibilities are endless.\n\nCost minimum on home remodels is $50,000
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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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