Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Polite, showed up on time, completed the work needed. Inspected and cleaned chimney and fireplace, walked through usage."
Serving Bishop Hill, 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 Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
I was in the laborer’s union for 10 years and remodeled houses and poured concrete for family and friends and decided it was time to go full time on my own i mainly enjoy interior finish work but i am open to anything if I can’t do it I know someone that can
Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very prompt for appt. & very friendly. Gave good advice on my fireplace for an upgrade."
Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Polite, showed up on time, completed the work needed. Inspected and cleaned chimney and fireplace, walked through usage."
Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were prompt and courteous. They asked a few questions and answered all of our questions. We were new to fireplaces. We are both elderly...these guys took the time to explain the whole process associated with fireplaces. We had called them out to check only one of our fireplaces. I was so impressed with them that I ask them to check out our other. Their fees for checking the second fireplace was reasonable. So reasonable in fact that I tipped them substantially."
Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Very fair bid for my foundation did the job on time and did a very good job I highly recommend them"
Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"A tree branch fell on an outbuilding knocking off a wood burning stove chimney and damaging the cedar shake roof. Mike was able to come out the next morning after I called to assess the damage. He promised to be back that afternoon to start the repairs and he kept that promise. This impressed me a great deal as it was a 30 minute drive each way. He patiently explained what they were doing each step of the repairs. At one point he ran into some unforseen difficulty which ended up causing the repairs to take much longer than expected, but at no point did he consider any shortcuts. He insisted on doing only the best work even though this was only an outbuilding and no one would be looking at it. It was getting late in the day, but Mike insisted on completing the work as the weather forecast called for rain the next day. The repairs ended up taking up to sunset, but the forecast was correct as the next day it rained a lot. Mike called me that day to make sure that there wasn't any leaks. Agape is a great company They perform only excellent work and they stand by their work. I wholeheartedly recommend them for any roofing needs..
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Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Due to weather , had to do all work from inside. I was told there would be no dust/soot to worry about. He brought one small drop cloth that would not have even covered the rug he was walking across to the fireplace. However, I had covered my leather sofa and some of the area rug in front of fireplace. After he left, I found a light dusting of sooty residue on a few nearby surfaces. Not sure if the vacuum was working properly but I would recommend covering all furniture or rugs in immediate area."
Serving Bishop Hill, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2025
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"They built the slab to 8 inches and installed a herringbone pattern for the composite decking and framed out the walls for my greenhouse."
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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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