Arthur Karos has been an expert in Masonry for 23 years and a Master Mason for 12 years. With 85 year of combined experience along with his five employed master Masons, you can expect the job to be expedited in a professional manner. We do chimney brick laying and stone work, chimney repair, flue installs & repair, ash-pits doors, stainless steel flue caps, Tuck Pointing, replace bricks, and insurance work for brick damage. Chimneys, masonry and stonework are done with expertise. We can custom match stone and color match mortar for Tuckpointing or masonry repair. FOR FASTER SERVICE, PLEASE USE ANGIE'S LIST MESSAGING!
"Excellent work. Job was performed very efficiently. All work was ex- plained in detail to me. Work crew was very friendly and experienced. Job proceeded exactly as quoted. Would definitely hire them again and strongly recommend them to anyone needing chimney work."
Richard F on July 2022
Arthur Karos has been an expert in Masonry for 23 years and a Master Mason for 12 years. With 85 year of combined experience along with his five employed master Masons, you can expect the job to be expedited in a professional manner. We do chimney brick laying and stone work, chimney repair, flue installs & repair, ash-pits doors, stainless steel flue caps, Tuck Pointing, replace bricks, and insurance work for brick damage. Chimneys, masonry and stonework are done with expertise. We can custom match stone and color match mortar for Tuckpointing or masonry repair. FOR FASTER SERVICE, PLEASE USE ANGIE'S LIST MESSAGING!
"Excellent work. Job was performed very efficiently. All work was ex- plained in detail to me. Work crew was very friendly and experienced. Job proceeded exactly as quoted. Would definitely hire them again and strongly recommend them to anyone needing chimney work."
Richard F on July 2022
Pratt's Professional Chimney Service is a Family and Veteran owned and operated full service chimney company! We pride our-selves in providing the highest quality of workmanship at the fairest possible price! Our chimney sweeps are Nationally Certified and our company is a member of the National Chimney Sweep Guild. Our honest and friendly service is unmatched. We truly care about the safety and security of your family and will treat your home as if it was our own. We Strive to be the best and run our company with Honesty, Integrity, and Quality Workmanship.
"Top notch! I have been in the construction business for almost 40 years, including spending time as a mason tender. I was concerned about them matching the mortar color. Pratt’s crew matched it almost exactly, and the entire job is high quality, left the jobsite clean, and courteous service. Could not ask for more! Herb Katt Katt Construction"
Herbert K on March 2024
Pratt's Professional Chimney Service is a Family and Veteran owned and operated full service chimney company! We pride our-selves in providing the highest quality of workmanship at the fairest possible price! Our chimney sweeps are Nationally Certified and our company is a member of the National Chimney Sweep Guild. Our honest and friendly service is unmatched. We truly care about the safety and security of your family and will treat your home as if it was our own. We Strive to be the best and run our company with Honesty, Integrity, and Quality Workmanship.
"Top notch! I have been in the construction business for almost 40 years, including spending time as a mason tender. I was concerned about them matching the mortar color. Pratt’s crew matched it almost exactly, and the entire job is high quality, left the jobsite clean, and courteous service. Could not ask for more! Herb Katt Katt Construction"
Herbert K on March 2024
As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Timely and friendly, efficient too!"
Jennifer D on May 2024
As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Timely and friendly, efficient too!"
Jennifer D on May 2024
We are a small, two-man business specializing in gutter cleaning. We have all the tools and ladders needed to clean gutters up to 25 feet high. We also can perform gutter replacement, repair, and maintenance. We are a veteran-owned business that values integrity and service. Other services offered: -Floor demolition and removal -Deck and fence demolition and removal -Furniture installation and assembly -Custom closet installation
"Good conversation with Jeff however no work performed as weather is too cold to install lights"
Michael S on November 2024
We are a small, two-man business specializing in gutter cleaning. We have all the tools and ladders needed to clean gutters up to 25 feet high. We also can perform gutter replacement, repair, and maintenance. We are a veteran-owned business that values integrity and service. Other services offered: -Floor demolition and removal -Deck and fence demolition and removal -Furniture installation and assembly -Custom closet installation
"Good conversation with Jeff however no work performed as weather is too cold to install lights"
Michael S on November 2024
We are family owned and operated and we are proud to work in our local communities. We have over 10 years of experience in the industry and we take pride in the work that we provide to our customers. You can have confidence that we are going treat your home as if it were our own. We ensure the cleanliness of your home before during and after any job. Our service areas include Kenosha, Racine, Walworth, Waukesha and Milwaukee counties. Give us a call today!
"Wonderful"
Karyn L on February 2023
We are family owned and operated and we are proud to work in our local communities. We have over 10 years of experience in the industry and we take pride in the work that we provide to our customers. You can have confidence that we are going treat your home as if it were our own. We ensure the cleanliness of your home before during and after any job. Our service areas include Kenosha, Racine, Walworth, Waukesha and Milwaukee counties. Give us a call today!
"Wonderful"
Karyn L on February 2023
I love working with customers by transforming their home! I still work managing partner in the roofing industry. I’ve worked with many customers!
"Went great. Did a thorough job and remembered my specific needs."
Lori T on April 2025
I love working with customers by transforming their home! I still work managing partner in the roofing industry. I’ve worked with many customers!
"Went great. Did a thorough job and remembered my specific needs."
Lori T on April 2025
Improve the air quality in your home or business with our professional air duct cleaning services. Our experienced technicians use state-of-the-art equipment to remove dirt, dust, and debris from your air ducts, leaving you with clean, fresh air to breathe. We also offer HVAC cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, and more to promote a healthy indoor environment. Serving the Dallas, Chicago, Miami, Washington DC, and Boston markets, we are committed to providing top-quality service wherever you are. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
"The service was ok, but the problem came near the end of service which Lowe’s charged another $100.00 to clean the coils which should have been part of the overall cleaning, while paying for services to the technician, he submitted my credit card in his portable scanner ,which read card transactions did not go through, I check my account at that time and funds were withdrawn for that transaction, he continued to submit it again without my authorization which was $348.00 charged 3 times for a total of $1044.00, which was withdrawn from my account, call the bank which needed a authorization code to cancel transactions, Lowe’s could not provide any, tech called the office and was told several other customers were having the same problem being over charged because of their credit card system, so my money was tied up in dispute with my bank and Lowe’s, I don’t know about anybody else, I don’t have an extra $1045.00 laying around , while other schedule bills were coming through my account,which could have resulted in huge overdrawn charges, immediately I had to go into another account and take a cash advance to put back into my account to stop over drawn charges, total $69.80, 10/31/19, Lowe’s again tried to submit 2 transactions 11/4/19 $348.00x2 total $696.00. I had to take another cash advance for $700.00 to cover charge in my account, while it took about a week before my bank reversed all the charges that Lowe’s had submitted, I was out of $68.80, for cash advance fees ,Lowe’s claim it was not their fault and refused to pay for the advance fees, I should have not been put in this situation in the first place I’m sure other customers experience this same occurrence on 10/31/19 by Lowes credit card services,"
Avery R on November 2019
Improve the air quality in your home or business with our professional air duct cleaning services. Our experienced technicians use state-of-the-art equipment to remove dirt, dust, and debris from your air ducts, leaving you with clean, fresh air to breathe. We also offer HVAC cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, and more to promote a healthy indoor environment. Serving the Dallas, Chicago, Miami, Washington DC, and Boston markets, we are committed to providing top-quality service wherever you are. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
"The service was ok, but the problem came near the end of service which Lowe’s charged another $100.00 to clean the coils which should have been part of the overall cleaning, while paying for services to the technician, he submitted my credit card in his portable scanner ,which read card transactions did not go through, I check my account at that time and funds were withdrawn for that transaction, he continued to submit it again without my authorization which was $348.00 charged 3 times for a total of $1044.00, which was withdrawn from my account, call the bank which needed a authorization code to cancel transactions, Lowe’s could not provide any, tech called the office and was told several other customers were having the same problem being over charged because of their credit card system, so my money was tied up in dispute with my bank and Lowe’s, I don’t know about anybody else, I don’t have an extra $1045.00 laying around , while other schedule bills were coming through my account,which could have resulted in huge overdrawn charges, immediately I had to go into another account and take a cash advance to put back into my account to stop over drawn charges, total $69.80, 10/31/19, Lowe’s again tried to submit 2 transactions 11/4/19 $348.00x2 total $696.00. I had to take another cash advance for $700.00 to cover charge in my account, while it took about a week before my bank reversed all the charges that Lowe’s had submitted, I was out of $68.80, for cash advance fees ,Lowe’s claim it was not their fault and refused to pay for the advance fees, I should have not been put in this situation in the first place I’m sure other customers experience this same occurrence on 10/31/19 by Lowes credit card services,"
Avery R on November 2019
We are passionate about helping our clients keep their homes and businesses looking their absolute best. Always guaranteed streak-free brilliant windows will maximize your enjoyment of the scenery which will most certainly brighten your day.
"Walt did an excellent job cleaning the gutters. He was on time and did the job in a timely matter. He was very professional. I would recommend him to any of my friends and family."
Cheryl U on September 2024
We are passionate about helping our clients keep their homes and businesses looking their absolute best. Always guaranteed streak-free brilliant windows will maximize your enjoyment of the scenery which will most certainly brighten your day.
"Walt did an excellent job cleaning the gutters. He was on time and did the job in a timely matter. He was very professional. I would recommend him to any of my friends and family."
Cheryl U on September 2024
With prices starting at $112 and averaging $150, CottageCare® offers affordable house cleaning services. We try to send the same cleaner every time, so you are comfortable and things are done just the way you like them. We do regular inspections to maintain that the quality is always high. Come home feeling fantastic about your clean home.
"Hired cottage care and was very pleased with the work they have done. The cleaner that was sent did a fabulous move out clean for my grandmothers unit when she passed. I continued to use them because they do such a professional job. They go above and beyond for their clients."
Tim K on April 2025
With prices starting at $112 and averaging $150, CottageCare® offers affordable house cleaning services. We try to send the same cleaner every time, so you are comfortable and things are done just the way you like them. We do regular inspections to maintain that the quality is always high. Come home feeling fantastic about your clean home.
"Hired cottage care and was very pleased with the work they have done. The cleaner that was sent did a fabulous move out clean for my grandmothers unit when she passed. I continued to use them because they do such a professional job. They go above and beyond for their clients."
Tim K on April 2025
We specialize in cleaning and disinfecting services, for residential and commercial properties. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Very Well! Will call for Gleaming Cleaning again as needed."
Karen C on May 2024
We specialize in cleaning and disinfecting services, for residential and commercial properties. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Very Well! Will call for Gleaming Cleaning again as needed."
Karen C on May 2024
A properly constructed chimney crown using quality materials can last 50 to 70 years with appropriate maintenance. Poorly constructed crowns might need replacement in 20 years or less. Weather exposure, freeze-thaw cycles, and construction quality all affect longevity. Regular inspections and prompt repairs of minor issues can significantly extend your chimney crown's useful life and prevent more costly repairs down the road.
Homeowners' insurance covers sudden, accidental damage to chimney crowns from events like fallen trees or storm damage. However, gradual deterioration from age or lack of maintenance falls outside coverage parameters. Review your specific policy details, as coverage varies between insurers. Document any storm-related damage with photos and maintain records of regular chimney maintenance to support potential claims for weather-related damage.
The chimney crown forms the concrete or masonry covering across the entire top surface of your chimney, sloping away from the flue to direct water away. A chimney cap, by contrast, is a smaller component that fits directly over the flue opening to prevent animal entry and block sparks. While the cap protects just the flue opening, the crown safeguards the entire chimney structure from water penetration.
Professional chimney inspections should occur annually to evaluate crown condition along with other chimney components. Homeowners in regions with severe weather patterns or frequent freeze-thaw cycles might benefit from semi-annual inspections. A thorough inspection examines the crown for cracks, spalling, deteriorating mortar joints, and proper water drainage. Early detection of minor issues prevents them from developing into major structural problems.
A deteriorating chimney crown frequently leads to interior moisture problems. When water penetrates crown cracks, it can travel through the chimney structure into adjacent walls and ceilings. This moisture migration often results in stained drywall, peeling paint, and potential mold growth. Early intervention through crown repair or sealing prevents these secondary damages and protects your home's interior from water-related deterioration.