Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Franco fireplaces was great. Absolutely would recommend."
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Rob and his crew did a great job.. outside tuck pointing, crack repair, new damper, holes filled. Inside new mortar, smoke chamber fire proofed, new ceramic logs, silica, gas line. Showed us how to operate the new damper and light the fireplace. Perfect job."
Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Derrick cleaned our wood burning stove and did an amazing job. We could've had a fire so thank God he came out and cleaned the pipes! He was very friendly and I was really happy with his work and totally recommend him!"
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas
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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 Dekalb, 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 Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"After 3 chimney sweep inspections, Alan was the only one to find a solution to my fireplace smoking VERY knowledgeable."
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
Free estimates
"We had Chavez Masonry complete a rebuilt of a collapsed chimney in the attic and restored the outside portion. They were responsive, courteous and prompt. Very impressed with their work and their cleanup. I saw this as a difficult project but they completed without a problem. They even held to the quote after it was discovered the the repair was going to more extensive than we originally thought. We would definitely use them again."
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Serving Dekalb, 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 Dekalb, 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 Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
We are a locally owned and operated company with 20 years of experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
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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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