Chimney Sweeps Inc. in Lakeside, CA offers a comprehensive array of services dedicated to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and longevity of your chimney and fireplace system. With decades of experience serving the San Diego County community since 1985, we have established ourselves as a trusted provider of chimney-related solutions. Our services encompass a wide range of essential chimney and fireplace care, from regular maintenance to intricate repairs. Chimney Sweeps Inc. is known for its thorough chimney inspections, a critical step in identifying potential issues that could pose safety risks or compromise the functionality of your heating appliance. Our certified technicians meticulously examine every aspect of your chimney system, including flue liners, chimney caps, dampers, fireboxes, and masonry. Regardless of whether you utilize a wood-burning, gas, or electric heating source, our experts possess the expertise to evaluate each type and provide you with a comprehensive assessment. In addition to inspections, our team is well-equipped to handle repairs of varying complexities. From minor fixes like repairing cracks in masonry to more extensive tasks such as chimney rebuilding, our technicians are committed to restoring your chimney to its optimal condition. We specialize in addressing issues like chimney leaks, deteriorating liners, damaged fireboxes, and malfunctioning dampers. By promptly addressing these problems, we prevent further damage and ensure the safety of your home and family. Chimney Sweeps Inc. takes pride in offering installation services for a variety of supplemental heating appliances. Our skilled crews work closely with homeowners to guide them through the process of selecting and installing manufactured fireplaces, heating stoves, fireplace inserts, and gas log sets. With an emphasis on safety and compliance, we ensure that all installations meet the necessary codes and regulations.
"Went well, answered my concerns"
tom e on March 2025
Chimney Sweeps Inc. in Lakeside, CA offers a comprehensive array of services dedicated to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and longevity of your chimney and fireplace system. With decades of experience serving the San Diego County community since 1985, we have established ourselves as a trusted provider of chimney-related solutions. Our services encompass a wide range of essential chimney and fireplace care, from regular maintenance to intricate repairs. Chimney Sweeps Inc. is known for its thorough chimney inspections, a critical step in identifying potential issues that could pose safety risks or compromise the functionality of your heating appliance. Our certified technicians meticulously examine every aspect of your chimney system, including flue liners, chimney caps, dampers, fireboxes, and masonry. Regardless of whether you utilize a wood-burning, gas, or electric heating source, our experts possess the expertise to evaluate each type and provide you with a comprehensive assessment. In addition to inspections, our team is well-equipped to handle repairs of varying complexities. From minor fixes like repairing cracks in masonry to more extensive tasks such as chimney rebuilding, our technicians are committed to restoring your chimney to its optimal condition. We specialize in addressing issues like chimney leaks, deteriorating liners, damaged fireboxes, and malfunctioning dampers. By promptly addressing these problems, we prevent further damage and ensure the safety of your home and family. Chimney Sweeps Inc. takes pride in offering installation services for a variety of supplemental heating appliances. Our skilled crews work closely with homeowners to guide them through the process of selecting and installing manufactured fireplaces, heating stoves, fireplace inserts, and gas log sets. With an emphasis on safety and compliance, we ensure that all installations meet the necessary codes and regulations.
"Went well, answered my concerns"
tom e on March 2025
Over 43 years of service in professional door hanging for residential homeowners. More reviews can also be found on Home Advisor.
"Jim was dependable, knowledgeable and on time. Yes, I would use him again and also refer him to others."
Isabell C on May 2023
Over 43 years of service in professional door hanging for residential homeowners. More reviews can also be found on Home Advisor.
"Jim was dependable, knowledgeable and on time. Yes, I would use him again and also refer him to others."
Isabell C on May 2023
TheOur family owned company stresses customer satisfaction. Michel Sullivan is a certified chimney sweep through the National Chimney Sweep Guild,(www.ncsg.org/) and Dan Sjostrom is certified thhrough the National Fireplace Institute (http://nficertified.org/pages_consumers/consumers-1.html) These keep us up to date on industry standards for all woodburning and gas fireplaces. We also carry above industry standards of insurance, bonds, and workmans's compensation. This means if we fall off your roof, we are liable and not you.
"Great good price"
Scott D on May 2023
TheOur family owned company stresses customer satisfaction. Michel Sullivan is a certified chimney sweep through the National Chimney Sweep Guild,(www.ncsg.org/) and Dan Sjostrom is certified thhrough the National Fireplace Institute (http://nficertified.org/pages_consumers/consumers-1.html) These keep us up to date on industry standards for all woodburning and gas fireplaces. We also carry above industry standards of insurance, bonds, and workmans's compensation. This means if we fall off your roof, we are liable and not you.
"Great good price"
Scott D on May 2023
With over 30 years of experience in the Fireplace industry, Ashler Fireplace and Chimney works very hard to make sure that our customers have a positive experience with us based not only price but performance, communication and quality of work. We take safety very serious and we strive to keep up with local code and manufacturer installation requirements. We are experienced with all aspects of the industry including Masonry fireplaces, Chimneys, Gas fireplaces, Direct Vent and modern home automated system integration. Licensed and insured, our scope of performance is very specific and our expertise broad. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions and we will help anyway that I can.
"Mike and his team were incredibly responsive and did a great job with the project. The finished product is exactly what we had hoped. I would absolutely use Ashler again on any future projects."
Michael C on December 2021
With over 30 years of experience in the Fireplace industry, Ashler Fireplace and Chimney works very hard to make sure that our customers have a positive experience with us based not only price but performance, communication and quality of work. We take safety very serious and we strive to keep up with local code and manufacturer installation requirements. We are experienced with all aspects of the industry including Masonry fireplaces, Chimneys, Gas fireplaces, Direct Vent and modern home automated system integration. Licensed and insured, our scope of performance is very specific and our expertise broad. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions and we will help anyway that I can.
"Mike and his team were incredibly responsive and did a great job with the project. The finished product is exactly what we had hoped. I would absolutely use Ashler again on any future projects."
Michael C on December 2021
Call now for our Angie's List only offers. Everyone wants to improve the look of their home and its energy efficiency. While many California residents share these goals, they don't know where to begin to make these goals a reality. Are you looking for a window installation and exterior coating contractor company that is fair, honest and hard-working? What about technicians who are always on time, stand by their word, and have won the Super Service Award in all of these categories, Approved Contractor measures up. Whether you have a specific window in mind (we carry all lines of windows) or simply wish to cut down your energy bills, our window installment services are exceptional. Our texture coating services are sure to leave you loving the look of your house again, will keep the inside of your home cooler, and are able to withstand all kinds of elements. License #952272
"Clean and reliable"
Tamar L on October 2024
Call now for our Angie's List only offers. Everyone wants to improve the look of their home and its energy efficiency. While many California residents share these goals, they don't know where to begin to make these goals a reality. Are you looking for a window installation and exterior coating contractor company that is fair, honest and hard-working? What about technicians who are always on time, stand by their word, and have won the Super Service Award in all of these categories, Approved Contractor measures up. Whether you have a specific window in mind (we carry all lines of windows) or simply wish to cut down your energy bills, our window installment services are exceptional. Our texture coating services are sure to leave you loving the look of your house again, will keep the inside of your home cooler, and are able to withstand all kinds of elements. License #952272
"Clean and reliable"
Tamar L on October 2024
The Newman Advantage was born through a vision to elevate the customer experience — to treat them like true VIP’s. This encompasses values like on-time service, professionally trained technicians, free in-home estimates, and stellar customer service. This advantage gave Newman Windows and Doors an advantage over its competitors. Customers were happy, growth was inevitable. Through the years, Newman Windows and Doors has grown from a small mom-and-pop business to a fully functioning professional business. They now have four locations, a large fleet of vehicles, and a team of installers to serve customers in San Diego and Orange Counties. Although the company has grown, the core mission has not. They still offer exceptional service to every homeowner.
"the team was very professional. they had a few small accidents where they damaged plants or exterior lighting, but they made it right ASAP."
Nick S on November 2018
The Newman Advantage was born through a vision to elevate the customer experience — to treat them like true VIP’s. This encompasses values like on-time service, professionally trained technicians, free in-home estimates, and stellar customer service. This advantage gave Newman Windows and Doors an advantage over its competitors. Customers were happy, growth was inevitable. Through the years, Newman Windows and Doors has grown from a small mom-and-pop business to a fully functioning professional business. They now have four locations, a large fleet of vehicles, and a team of installers to serve customers in San Diego and Orange Counties. Although the company has grown, the core mission has not. They still offer exceptional service to every homeowner.
"the team was very professional. they had a few small accidents where they damaged plants or exterior lighting, but they made it right ASAP."
Nick S on November 2018
Family Owned and Operated since 1994. Nine Brothers & Sisters Striving For Your Complete Satisfaction! Energy Efficient, Replacement Windows and Doors. No Subcontractors! No High-pressure Sales! Ranked Among The Top Nationwide by Qualified Remodelers! AAMA Certified and Members of the Better Business Bureau. Quality Craftsmanship. Lifetime Warranties. Save $75 per window & $150 per door. Financing Available on approved credit. Additional phone numbers: - (310) 670-0801, (949) 250-9124 & (562) 733-4202.
"They never followed up."
Mike C on July 2020
Family Owned and Operated since 1994. Nine Brothers & Sisters Striving For Your Complete Satisfaction! Energy Efficient, Replacement Windows and Doors. No Subcontractors! No High-pressure Sales! Ranked Among The Top Nationwide by Qualified Remodelers! AAMA Certified and Members of the Better Business Bureau. Quality Craftsmanship. Lifetime Warranties. Save $75 per window & $150 per door. Financing Available on approved credit. Additional phone numbers: - (310) 670-0801, (949) 250-9124 & (562) 733-4202.
"They never followed up."
Mike C on July 2020
Family Owned and Operated Business Specializing in Custom Window Replacement and Installation. For over 20 years, Metropolitan High Performance Windows has been the replacement window and window installation service company for homeowners in Anaheim, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Orange Counties. We offer free estimates with no pricing games, no pressure and the fastest turnaround in the industry. Variety of Window Styles Including Single Hung & Double Hung Windows, Casement Windows, Awning Windows, Picture Windows, Sliding Windows, Geometric Windows, Bay & Bow Windows, Garden Windows. Variety of Patio Door Styles Including Sliding Glass Doors, French Doors, Bi-Fold Doors, Multi-Slide Doors, In-Glass Pet Doors. Financing Available! You may be eligible for a 100% financed, no home equity, no lien, no closing cost, no origination fee, no pre-payment penalty loan. Fico scores as low as 580. Learn about the REEL Program and Other Financing Options by visiting www.mhiwindows.com/window-financing/.
"Great job with high quality products"
Melanie G on May 2024
Family Owned and Operated Business Specializing in Custom Window Replacement and Installation. For over 20 years, Metropolitan High Performance Windows has been the replacement window and window installation service company for homeowners in Anaheim, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Orange Counties. We offer free estimates with no pricing games, no pressure and the fastest turnaround in the industry. Variety of Window Styles Including Single Hung & Double Hung Windows, Casement Windows, Awning Windows, Picture Windows, Sliding Windows, Geometric Windows, Bay & Bow Windows, Garden Windows. Variety of Patio Door Styles Including Sliding Glass Doors, French Doors, Bi-Fold Doors, Multi-Slide Doors, In-Glass Pet Doors. Financing Available! You may be eligible for a 100% financed, no home equity, no lien, no closing cost, no origination fee, no pre-payment penalty loan. Fico scores as low as 580. Learn about the REEL Program and Other Financing Options by visiting www.mhiwindows.com/window-financing/.
"Great job with high quality products"
Melanie G on May 2024
From wall repairs touch up, detail painting, wood repairs, refurbishing furniture or just tightening up a simple door knob. Just ask and I'd be more then happy to be of help with anything you need.
"Paul did a great job for us. He was on time, on budget, focused, knowledgeable and the project moved at the very good pace. Highly recommended."
R C on January 2025
From wall repairs touch up, detail painting, wood repairs, refurbishing furniture or just tightening up a simple door knob. Just ask and I'd be more then happy to be of help with anything you need.
"Paul did a great job for us. He was on time, on budget, focused, knowledgeable and the project moved at the very good pace. Highly recommended."
R C on January 2025
Kept facilities clean with regular sweeping, trash removal, and sanitizing. Completed regular basic maintenance, including lubricating components and replacing worn parts. Met work needs consistently by keeping good stock of parts on hand. Achieved desired performance by aligning and balancing newly installed equipment. Improved equipment function by troubleshooting issues and correcting problems. Kept buildings clean and well-maintained for everyday use. Dismantled machines, equipment, and devices to access and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools. Dry-wall installation and patching Home appliance installation (microwave/washer dryer/stove /refrigerator/shower door replacement/faucet replacement) Restored bathrooms to full functionality with skills in leak repair, tub patching, and toilet repair. Maintained plumbing, electrical, troubleshooting and repair abilities. Built decks from ground up with secure footings, proper rail distances, and decorative features. Completed neat and professional-looking painting work inside and outside customers' buildings. Helped homeowners and businesses with odd jobs such as random leaks and basic carpentry needs.
"Went well. had kitchen faucet replaced & drain clog snaked clear."
Bruce M on April 2025
Kept facilities clean with regular sweeping, trash removal, and sanitizing. Completed regular basic maintenance, including lubricating components and replacing worn parts. Met work needs consistently by keeping good stock of parts on hand. Achieved desired performance by aligning and balancing newly installed equipment. Improved equipment function by troubleshooting issues and correcting problems. Kept buildings clean and well-maintained for everyday use. Dismantled machines, equipment, and devices to access and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools. Dry-wall installation and patching Home appliance installation (microwave/washer dryer/stove /refrigerator/shower door replacement/faucet replacement) Restored bathrooms to full functionality with skills in leak repair, tub patching, and toilet repair. Maintained plumbing, electrical, troubleshooting and repair abilities. Built decks from ground up with secure footings, proper rail distances, and decorative features. Completed neat and professional-looking painting work inside and outside customers' buildings. Helped homeowners and businesses with odd jobs such as random leaks and basic carpentry needs.
"Went well. had kitchen faucet replaced & drain clog snaked clear."
Bruce M on April 2025
Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.
The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.
Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.
Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.
Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.