***ALL WORK DONE BY OFF DUTY FIRE FIGHTERS*** Family owned and operated business, EST 1993. All work is done by off duty Firefighters who have long term experience with all aspects of fireplaces, chimneys and all related services. The number of employees varies by season and we do not subcontract. We pride ourselves in honesty, integrity and finding the most effective, yet inexpensive solution to our customers. WE ARE THE PROFESSIONALS YOU CAN TRUST. NO HYPED UP SALES ROUTINES!!!
"I am a real estate broker of 40+ years and have worked with Al and Patty for many many years. I refer them to home clients faithfully because I know that they will be thrilled with their expertise and professionalism. I trust them with my own homes as well. You can't go wrong with them!"
Patricia M on October 2020
***ALL WORK DONE BY OFF DUTY FIRE FIGHTERS*** Family owned and operated business, EST 1993. All work is done by off duty Firefighters who have long term experience with all aspects of fireplaces, chimneys and all related services. The number of employees varies by season and we do not subcontract. We pride ourselves in honesty, integrity and finding the most effective, yet inexpensive solution to our customers. WE ARE THE PROFESSIONALS YOU CAN TRUST. NO HYPED UP SALES ROUTINES!!!
"I am a real estate broker of 40+ years and have worked with Al and Patty for many many years. I refer them to home clients faithfully because I know that they will be thrilled with their expertise and professionalism. I trust them with my own homes as well. You can't go wrong with them!"
Patricia M on October 2020
Masonry specialists servicing the Chicago area suburbs for over 60 years. 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Family owned - 19 employees - no subcontractors - all experienced tuckpointers & union journeymen. Cost is determined by the job. Free estimates, no travel charges. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. A+ Rating from Better Business Bureau. Super Service Award (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020) from Angie's List.
"Great from start to finish."
June P on October 2023
Masonry specialists servicing the Chicago area suburbs for over 60 years. 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Family owned - 19 employees - no subcontractors - all experienced tuckpointers & union journeymen. Cost is determined by the job. Free estimates, no travel charges. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. A+ Rating from Better Business Bureau. Super Service Award (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020) from Angie's List.
"Great from start to finish."
June P on October 2023
We utilize current industry technology for unsurpassed service while still maintaining the best price to product / service ratio. Rest assured and enjoy your Superior Chimney!... Superior Chimney is a family owned and operated chimney sweep and masonry chimney restoration company. Our family recognized the demand for a service overhaul in an industry shadowed by skepticism as a result of it being primarily commission/incentive based for its technicians. We are proud to be a service company, not a sales company! It is our commitment to maintain safe use of all chimney types in all of Chicagoland while exceeding your expected level of service. Our fleet of trucks service all six Chicagoland counties, year round, in effort to minimize chimney fire statistics.
"Great experience from beginning to end. They responded right away, quickly identified the issue with our chimney caps, and had a simple solution ready. The repair was done efficiently, and everything looks great now."
Colin K on May 2025
We utilize current industry technology for unsurpassed service while still maintaining the best price to product / service ratio. Rest assured and enjoy your Superior Chimney!... Superior Chimney is a family owned and operated chimney sweep and masonry chimney restoration company. Our family recognized the demand for a service overhaul in an industry shadowed by skepticism as a result of it being primarily commission/incentive based for its technicians. We are proud to be a service company, not a sales company! It is our commitment to maintain safe use of all chimney types in all of Chicagoland while exceeding your expected level of service. Our fleet of trucks service all six Chicagoland counties, year round, in effort to minimize chimney fire statistics.
"Great experience from beginning to end. They responded right away, quickly identified the issue with our chimney caps, and had a simple solution ready. The repair was done efficiently, and everything looks great now."
Colin K on May 2025
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been in business since 1989. We pride our selves on great service at a fair price. At A-1 all of our technicians are certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and we are fully bonded and insured. We are accredited members of the Better Business Bureau, members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild, we hold the best of Lombard award for 2012, 2013&2014 and the best of Glen Ellyn award for 2012 .
"Good, fireplace repaired"
KAYKHAM S on July 2024
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been in business since 1989. We pride our selves on great service at a fair price. At A-1 all of our technicians are certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and we are fully bonded and insured. We are accredited members of the Better Business Bureau, members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild, we hold the best of Lombard award for 2012, 2013&2014 and the best of Glen Ellyn award for 2012 .
"Good, fireplace repaired"
KAYKHAM S on July 2024
As one of the leading ventilation system experts, we provide air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning, for both residential and commercial property types. We also provide HVAC services for residential properties. Founded in 2002 from a small office in Naperville, IL, Mr. Duct was born with a singular mission in mind: to improve the indoor air quality for the Greater Chicagoland community. Committed to doing so with both integrity and quality, owner Keith Thompson quickly hired his first three employees and gained NADCA certification—the industry’s most thorough set of standards for HVAC inspection, cleaning and restoration services. After answering the call to improve thousands of homes and businesses’ indoor air quality, Mr. Duct experienced explosive growth: first relocating to a larger office in Lisle, IL and then establishing seven additional offices to ensure outstanding service for both Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. We’ve been privileged to serve Chicagoland for 20+ years and we firmly believe our approach is what sets us apart: Upfront and honest pricing during the quote process Superior ventilation cleaning, HVAC installation and HVAC repair from highly certified technicians White glove customer service every single step of the way Our team continues to grow to this day, with a staff of 50 specializing in residential, commercial and industrial HVAC services. Whether you need a vent, furnace or air conditioner maintenance check, cleaning, repair or installation, you can always be sure of one thing: we’ll take care of all your heating and cooling needs!
"Very efficient in set up, communications, and follow-ups. Good service, highly trustworthy, and honest in how they work"
Adam S on May 2025
As one of the leading ventilation system experts, we provide air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning, for both residential and commercial property types. We also provide HVAC services for residential properties. Founded in 2002 from a small office in Naperville, IL, Mr. Duct was born with a singular mission in mind: to improve the indoor air quality for the Greater Chicagoland community. Committed to doing so with both integrity and quality, owner Keith Thompson quickly hired his first three employees and gained NADCA certification—the industry’s most thorough set of standards for HVAC inspection, cleaning and restoration services. After answering the call to improve thousands of homes and businesses’ indoor air quality, Mr. Duct experienced explosive growth: first relocating to a larger office in Lisle, IL and then establishing seven additional offices to ensure outstanding service for both Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. We’ve been privileged to serve Chicagoland for 20+ years and we firmly believe our approach is what sets us apart: Upfront and honest pricing during the quote process Superior ventilation cleaning, HVAC installation and HVAC repair from highly certified technicians White glove customer service every single step of the way Our team continues to grow to this day, with a staff of 50 specializing in residential, commercial and industrial HVAC services. Whether you need a vent, furnace or air conditioner maintenance check, cleaning, repair or installation, you can always be sure of one thing: we’ll take care of all your heating and cooling needs!
"Very efficient in set up, communications, and follow-ups. Good service, highly trustworthy, and honest in how they work"
Adam S on May 2025
We have experience in gutters cleaning, washing windows, power wash, Commercial cleaning (offices, buildings)
"I am very pleased with my experience with Full Brightness Services. They came today to clean my gutters and did a great job. They were very professional and efficient and the price was more than reasonable. I will definitely be using them again for cleaning my windows. I would highly recommend them!"
Judith P on May 2025
We have experience in gutters cleaning, washing windows, power wash, Commercial cleaning (offices, buildings)
"I am very pleased with my experience with Full Brightness Services. They came today to clean my gutters and did a great job. They were very professional and efficient and the price was more than reasonable. I will definitely be using them again for cleaning my windows. I would highly recommend them!"
Judith P on May 2025
Rosalinda House Cleaning prides ourselves in being reliable, efficient, and trustworthy and always leave our customers happy with our results! Give us a call or click for a quick estimate on your upcoming service!
"These young women did a phenomenal job cleaning my bathroom. I envy that I didn’t get a before/after image because the work they did was amazing! I’m proud of the results shown and I definitely plan to use their services again !"
Alonzo J on December 2024
Rosalinda House Cleaning prides ourselves in being reliable, efficient, and trustworthy and always leave our customers happy with our results! Give us a call or click for a quick estimate on your upcoming service!
"These young women did a phenomenal job cleaning my bathroom. I envy that I didn’t get a before/after image because the work they did was amazing! I’m proud of the results shown and I definitely plan to use their services again !"
Alonzo J on December 2024
We specialize in cleaning and disinfecting services, for residential and commercial properties. We offer one-time and routine cleanings, deep cleaning, move in/ move outs, new construction, offices, Air BnB’s, home organization, garage organization and more! We strive to provide excellence in every service we provide while delivering great customer service. Please see all the services we offer below and call-or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"FANTASTIC, great cleaner so good of a person , Karla has become my friend,"
EILEEN R on October 2024
We specialize in cleaning and disinfecting services, for residential and commercial properties. We offer one-time and routine cleanings, deep cleaning, move in/ move outs, new construction, offices, Air BnB’s, home organization, garage organization and more! We strive to provide excellence in every service we provide while delivering great customer service. Please see all the services we offer below and call-or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"FANTASTIC, great cleaner so good of a person , Karla has become my friend,"
EILEEN R on October 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in cleaning services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Great job! House cleaned well and they brought their own cleaning supplies and equipment. Well done!"
katie i on May 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in cleaning services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Great job! House cleaned well and they brought their own cleaning supplies and equipment. Well done!"
katie i on May 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
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.