Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Super punctual
"The technician did a great job and even instructed me on how to use and care for my fireplace."
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"They made sure to cover both fireplaces so that residue wouldn't get into our home and they did a great job of cleaning up afterword."
Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1978
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did excellent work: careful, thorough, cleaned everything up afterwards. Amazing job!"
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Dean Hawthorne quoted me 2 days ago (9/19/23); I checked other contractors and hired him. He arrive promptly(9/21), conducted himself professionally and his workmanship was top notch. The project changed as he opened up the brick facade. Dean made a suggestion I agreed to and the project really came out well. His “opinion” was valuable. If I’d insisted otherwise it’s likely have been a disaster. I highly recommend him based on his workmanship and quality of professional that he is."
Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Customers say: Super punctual
"Doug Kepner and the crew came to our rescue. We wanted to cover our block wall with wood and update our flower beds, sprinklers and garden lights and we needed it done quickly. Mike, Steve and Max arrived to save the day. They transformed our block wall into a beautiful wooden wall with lights. It is just what we wanted. All of them are very professional and a pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend them for any landscaping projects."
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I’m so glad I went with this company; they made everything simple and did a fantastic job. Highly recommend!"
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I called a couple companies about my Dyna Flame 3000G fireplace that was not working. After talking with one company that told me Dyna Flame was out of business, and replacement parts could not be found, I was discouraged. I decided to call around some more for other opinions. One other company did not get back to me. Gary called me back, and we scheduled an appointment. He came out, checked a number of things, and finally zeroed in on the high temperature device. He was able to find a replacement in his truck, and now I have a working fireplace.
Given the estimate of $3000-$6000 dollars to replace my fireplace from the other company, I was quite happy to pay Gary the $200 for the service call and part. Thanks Gary!
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2006
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Pros: Very prompt. Took care to protect carpet and furniture. Thorough and friendly. Made recommendations for approximately $800 of repair work. Cons: Service person took pieces of concrete off the chimney cap to show me the cap was crumbling (I would have preferred he just tell me). Decided not to reuse service only because of my feelings about the chimney cap. He did a great job cleaning the chimney.
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1989
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Fireplace Door Guy definitely exceeded our expectations. Not only was Danny (the owner) professional and responsive, the quality of workmanship was truly artwork. Our custom fireplace door is now the centerpiece of our main living room. We were so pleased with the door, within a month we ordered a 2nd door for our bedroom fireplace. Thank you Danny"
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Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
"Chris and two others showed up on time and completed the work the same day. They took great care in making sure the fit and finish was of the highest quality. They were courteous and neat. The final clean up was very thorough."
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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