Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Warranties offered
Customers say: True professional
"Very professional. Cleaned and inspected both fireplaces. Returning in the spring to repair chimney outside."
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Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Jim and his crew showed up on time each day and worked quickly and professionally. He was patient as we re-scheduled a couple of times due to financial issues, but when the day came he showed up bright and early and did quality work. He and John were very friendly, they are very knowledgeable about their craft, and Jim even replaced the cap on our chimney at no extra charge when he saw it was the cause of water infiltration at the top. If we need further masonry done down the road we will definitely call Michener again, but according to Jim the chimney work at least should outlive him."
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Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Clark Phillips personally came to give me a quote on the work, then a few weeks later his mason, Brandon called me to follow up and he also came out to look at the work that needed to be done. Then called again to see if I wanted to schedule. I felt very secure with their assessment of the work and estimate so I went ahead and scheduled the work to be done early December. They called to delay it a few days due to the weather. When Brandon began the work he completed it within 2.5 days. He was very neat and cleaned up everyday. Clark came back on the last day to review the job with me I'm very happy with the work done and would highly recommend Phillips Masonry."
+452
Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Credit card accepted
"They are very friendly, professional and efficient. Would highly recommend."
Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I hired for chimney sweep & inspection of my wood burning fireplace. Trevor was on time, very courteous and knowledgeable. My chimney didnâ  t need to be swept, which was an honest response. With his camera & drone he was able to identify cracks inside the chimney & on top. He showed them to me on the iPad, as they were identified He sent the pictures to my email, and encouraged contacting my insurance company for an estimate. Overall, the inspection was a great experience. We have not proceeded yet with repair, but have no reservations about proceeding with this company."
Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Mark bricked my entire home and also put in a brick fireplace in my house.Definitely would hire him again!"
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Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Mark Zock Stone Brick and Block\n strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
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Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I AM OVER THE MOON I CAN FINELY USE MY FIREPLACE. OUTSTANDING WORK. WOULD RECOMMEND SHAMROCK TO EVERYONE. THANKYOU! HONEST AND RELIABLE!"
+124
Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Cullen and his crew of three spent almost 2 days edging multiple beds and trimming all bushes and trees and mulching 8 cubic yards. He trimmed about 20 bushes and trees. He also created a nice large bed around two large trees in front and removed the sod. He also power washed several dirty areas with algae/moss growth (retaining wall, fence, siding, and railing). His crew cleaned up everything afterwards. We needed this done quickly because we were selling the house and needed to put it on listing with pictures. It looks so clean with great curb appeal. He gave estimate on Thursday and did the work on Monday and Tuesday. Under a week! Yep, no question, Cullen and his company are the ultimate pros."
Serving Wexford, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"They repaired my brick fireplace with a stone face. Also repaired 2 fireboxs and installed flue caps and damper. The stone fireplace wall is beautiful and I will have them install stone fireplace on my second fireplace after Christmas. They were very concerned with my satisfaction w their work which was refreshing. Very pleasant"
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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