Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Steve did Great work and had the fireplace working great!"
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Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I would highly recommend this pro. They came on time, quoted and completed the project in a timely fashion."
Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"First Class Chimney was able to schedule an emergency visit to clean and repair my chimney and wood stove that had not been done properly the day before by A1 Chimney Sweep. Tony and Marco from First Class Chimney are the Best!"
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Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Tony and his colleague showed up and got straight to work. The men were careful about tracking any dirt into the house and used shoe covers. The job took about 30 minutes to complete and Tony was a wealth of information on how to use the wood burning fireplace and gave suggestions on using starter wood . They inspected the fireplace and advised I needed two tiles to be replaced and gave me an estimate; along with the $150 credit from the Angie's List purchase the estimate was less than the purchase price for one tile from Home Depot.
I was happy with the overall service and would use them again.
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Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 1981
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Welcome to Monocacy Construction, proudly serving most of Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Virginia for over 26 years; always ensuring a positive experience with Monocacy Construction.\n\n
Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The work was done efficiently and thoroughly (better than I managed to do myself). I have a wooded 1.75 acre lot. Approximately 1 acre requires leaf removal. A job that would take me all weekend was completed in 3.5 hrs. The cost is extremely reasonable. A very good value."
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Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Kerwin is an absolute professional. Communicates on when arriving to complete a task, estimate timeline is always helpful. He's very responsive to my questions, and very knowledgeable. Very well rounded and an expert. He earned our trust to make the best decision for how some tasks needed to be done. His finished product is quality. Kerwin assembled our son's bed, a major closet, TV stands, an office desk, a book shelf and TV mounts. He handled all the fixing and repairs to our house to get it in proper shape to sell. We enjoy working with Kerwin, trust his expertise and work. He is our absolute go-to guy. We referred several family members to him and would 100% recommend him to anyone else."
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Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
"Great! He arrived on time, with the right amount of crew, tools and positive attitude! He was very experienced with Ikea cabinets and knew when we had purchased the wrong items. He also knew when to send me back to Ikea for different parts. Ikea made alot of mistakes and he knew that was common. He wrote down the numbers of the items i needed which was extremely helpful. He and his crew were fantastic and i would hire him again in the future. His prices were very reasonable and i appreciated that. I had two glass doors that were on back order so he said i could hold back $200 from his pay until they czme in. I called him on Sunday and told him i just picked them up. He told me they would be there on Monday morning to finish the job. Of course he arrived on time and he finished the job quickly. Of the 4 companies i hired to do various things in my kitchen his was the only one i didnt have issues with. I asked him to install the lights inside and underneath the cabinets and install the microwave. The lights were difficult but he worked hard until they were done. They make the whole kitchen shine! He was extremely reasonable with the microwave installation price. I asked him for several cards and already passed them out to people that wanted a new kitchen i told them he is the best installer i ever hired. He made this overwhelming project so much easier."
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Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
Free estimates
"Very competent and friendly. Would definitely use for future work."
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Serving Boonsboro, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were wonderful and fabulous. They were very responsible and timely."
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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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