Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1979
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great. Also did burner chimney as well as fireplace. Clean, neat and tidy!"
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Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1979
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent. Replaced the existing repaired the dryer vent, and cleaned the fireplace chimney. Professional service. I will definitely recommend the company."
+1
Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We hired Quality 1st to clean two chimneys that were in terrible shape, install new dampers, and removed an old wood stove. Oscar and his team were polite, knowledgeable, and professional. They called me back immediately to schedule an estimate and provided. a timely, detailed quote. Oscar even went out of his way to check on a possible safety issue for us. Quality 1st arrived on time and had everything installed and cleaned up in just two hours. We appreciated how careful they were with our floors and rugs. The pricing was quite fair and Oscar stuck with our original quote even though we needed an additional repair. Oscar is reliable, honest, and a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend Quality 1st."
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Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Extremely knowledgeable and very dependable , John arrived on time and quickly installed my stove /cook top. What we didn t foresee was that the new stove/cook top was deeper than original so utensil draw would not fit. But Mr . John said ... I can fix it, and he did. Thank you John"
Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Customers say: Terrific value
"Inspected and cleaned my fireplace. Highly knowledgeable, friendly, efficient, honest, and fair. Highly recommend."
+5
Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were very professional - arrived on time and did a good job. I had 6 fireplaces cleaned and they were respectful of everyone."
+7
Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Shamrock Maintenance Corp. did an excellent job cleaning and inspecting our wood burning stove. The technician arrived on time, was professional, and explained everything clearly before starting the work. They made sure the area was protected and left everything clean once the job was completed. I appreciated how thorough the inspection was and the time they took to answer our questions. It’s hard to find reliable service these days, but they definitely delivered. Highly recommend."
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Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The whole experience from beginning to end was pleasant, including them having to come back because they did not have the proper chimney liner on hand. They set up chimney caps on my main chimney and wood burning stove, as well as a new chimney liner in the main chimney. This was a new home I purchased and the previous owners did not have these set up. ADV NY was responsive, courteous, and able to put my mind at ease with their great work. Would definitely recommend."
Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"All Proven Construction has professional team to work with.on time. Work site clean up . They did fireplace chimney repair for us. We like the outcome very much and will recommend them to other people."
Serving Long Beach, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Still finding cigarette butts and putting nails back into rafters. Can't try stove until it's colder."
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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