Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very professional and thorough. Installed a new gas line to our grill and fire table. Will definitely contact them for our fireplace cleaning. Very happy customer."
Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"I highly recommend All Phases of Masonry. Evan and his crew put stacked stone (marble) around our fireplace. For starters they showed up on time every day!! They took care to protect our furnishings. The work they did was of outstanding quality. We are very pleased with the finished project. It really looks nice."
Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Bryan was quite courteous. He explained the process we had to go through. He was there on time. Did a great job laying in my papers I would hire him again in the price was for fair."
Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My home has a chimney that was unsafe to use (cracked masonry liner). I dreaded the time and cost of a tear down and replacement. I contacted "Shamrock Chimney" and scheduled an appointment with their lead technician "Tony". He suggested a less costly and safer alternative (steel liner and a resealing of the outer brickwork. The work was performed over a two-day period. I am fully satisfied with the results. One thing I really apricate is the communication during the project. The "front office" would let me know by either phone or email when the project would start, and then Tony and would give me updates. All and all the whole process went smoothly. Also, this was my first time with "Angi", I hope to use their services again in the future."
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1990
Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"I've been using this company's services for the past 13 years and have been very satisfied. I feel no need to go elsewhere. They are always very responsive and knowledgeable about how to save my plants from disaster. They have great suggestions and everything they have ever planted for me has done very well and thrived. I recommend them to others.
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jeff showed up on time, friendly, and clean (that last one may sound weird but a big plus for a stranger coming into your house). Right off the bat I felt comfortable talking to him. He introduced himself to my dog who loved him immediately. Jeff set down a drop cloth, opened up the fire box, cleaned the glass, spray painted over the rust spots, realigned the logs and rocks for a better aesthetic, cleaned and serviced the pilot light and one or more worn out electric components. I asked him a bunch of questions while he worked and he was more than happy to answer them. The whole service call was done in about 45 minutes and the fireplace looks wonderful now.
I usually don't like to give an across-the-board excellent review because it's rarely honest, but in this case, anything less wouldn't be accurate. I recommend Jeff to anyone looking for fireplace cleaning, service, or installation. There was never a moment of hesitation, nor did I ever hear 'well I'm not sure about this' or 'I'm going to have to see if I have that in the truck' which are surprisingly common even in my minimal experience of hiring technicians.
Furthermore, the New Hanover County area appears to have very few fireplace service companies, with one of Jeff's competitors taking a week to return my call and then offering a one-hour service call two months out. Again, Jeff called me back on the next business day and was finishing the job five hours after we spoke.
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Adam did an expert job replacing the parts needed and restoring the gas fireplace to a radiant looking fire, like it used to be!!!"
Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great!!! Very professional and polite. My fireplace hasn't worked in 2 years and he was able to fix it."
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Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
In business since 1998
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"On time and efficient. Good value."
+4
Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
"Mr.. Bradsher was on time, friendly,and did a good job. Also he was able to service my wood stove in a very timely manner. Next day service. I was very impressed"
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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