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Avatar for Robert's General Masonry Repair
Robert's General Masonry Repair
5.0(
260
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish the project went very well. Communication was great, Robert called several days in advance to let us know the work would start and kept us updated on the job progress. Absolutely no complaints about the workmanship, or clean up. Actually, I believe they had to do more brick repair then originally quoted; but Robert held to the original estimate, never asking for additional money. We would definitely hire them again and have recommended them to several neighbors."
Chimney Repair Project
Chimney Repair Project
Chimney Repair Project
Masonry Project
Chimney Repair Project

+11

Response time3 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Chuy's Tuckpointing & Restoration, LLC
Chuy's Tuckpointing & Restoration, LLC
4.8(
75
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chuy did an excellent job repairing my outdoor fireplace. He was on time, clean and very polite. Would highly recommend Chuy's Tuckpointing. Larry Frankfort, Illinois 05-09-2022"
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing
Chuy’s Tuckpointing

+13

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
4.5(
1,227
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had a wonderful experience working with Anthony at A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. Anthony came out to do an initial inspection and was extremely thorough. He spent time explaining the issues to my husband and I, showing us photos he'd taken and answering all of our questions. When Anthony came out to do the repair work, he was efficient and once again took time to discuss the work he had done with us in detail. We were able to build a fire in the fireplace that same night! I would highly recommend Anthony and A-1 to anyone in need of chimney repairs."
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after
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New Build
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+17

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Windy City Masonry Services Inc
Windy City Masonry Services Inc
5.0(
18
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wotjek and his crew did an excellent job. We had them remove two short accent walls on the front of our home. After the removal, they used the old bricks to repair the corners so that you would never know that they had ever been any other way. The removal and repair where there had been an old window box was also done. They cleaned all the unused bricks and stacked them in our garage so we would have matching bricks should we ever need to replace or repair any of our masonry. He was very responsive and punctual. He came back to acid wash the mortar and we all agreed the mortar color wasn't what it should be. He has promised to return after winter to grind out and replace the mortar. This is fine with us and we trust that he will keep his promise. I will report back after that is completed. I highly recommend his work. We would hire him again if needed.
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CHIMNEY REPAIR
CHIMNEY REPAIR
CHIMNEY REPAIR
CHIMNEY REPAIR
CHIMNEY REPAIR

+39

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Expert Super Seal Roofing & Tuckpointing
Expert Super Seal Roofing & Tuckpointing
4.9(
21
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"100+ year old brick building with 6-7+ layers of roof was leaking. Sam the owner of Expert Super Seal Roofing was able to bid the job within a few days of the initial contact call. He quickly revised the contract in response to some of our concerns and supplied us with proof of liability insurance upon request. The original plan involved tearing off all the old roofing layers, placing insulation on the deck, placing a base sheet on the insulation, placing a torch down bitumen system, placing a new coping on one of the parapet walls and a final liquid aluminum asphalt coat and guttering. After the many layers of the roof were torn off-the much larger scope of the job became apparent as at least 1/4 of the roof area had rotten decking and joists and a large section of the inner brick layer of the parapet wall had to be rebuilt. The original time estimate was 2 days and the job was completed in 5 consecutive days. When the need for additional work became apparent Sam immediately had extra workers on site and the extra materials that were needed for the rebuild. An additional dumpster was needed due to the extent of the tear off. Throughout the job Sam kept us posted with photos as to the extent and progress of the work. I was impressed with quality of the work, the efficiency of the workers and the job site clean-up."
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+52

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for brick or stone fireplace repair projects in Chicago, IL

Permit requirements for fireplace insert removal vary by location and project scope. While removing an electric insert rarely requires permits, gas insert removals often do because they involve modifications to gas lines. Some municipalities also require permits for changes to structural elements or venting systems. Check with your local building department before beginning your project. Professional fireplace services typically handle permit acquisition as part of their package.

Removing a fireplace insert can potentially impact your home's value. Since fireplaces are desirable features in many housing markets, removing an insert (especially if it eliminates the fireplace's functionality) might negatively affect your property value. If you're planning to sell your home soon, consider keeping the fireplace intact. For homeowners planning to stay long-term, the potential energy efficiency gains from removing an inefficient fireplace might outweigh future resale considerations.

The time required to remove a fireplace insert depends on several factors, including the type of insert, its installation complexity, and whether structural modifications are needed. Professional removal services can typically complete the job in a single day, though complex situations involving gas lines, electrical work, or structural changes may require additional time. Your removal specialist should provide a time estimate based on your specific situation.

Many fireplace inserts contain recyclable materials, particularly metal components that can be processed at scrap facilities. Working inserts in good condition, especially wood-burning models, might have resale value. Before disposal, consider checking with recycling centers, architectural salvage shops, or online marketplaces to explore options for giving your old insert a second life. This approach can be both environmentally responsible and potentially offset some of your removal costs.

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