Pratt's Professional Chimney Service is a Veteran and Family owned/operated Chimney Company. We take pride in providing the highest quality of workmanship at the fairest possible price. Our chimney sweeps are Nationally Certified through the Chimney Safety Institute of America 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 in this industry and run our company with Honesty, Integrity, and Quality Workmanship. Pratt's Chimney offers preventative maintenance; chimney cleaning, waterproofing, rain caps & dampers AND repairs; fireplace relining, gas appliance relining, minor to major masonry repairs, gas log installation, tuck pointing, and more!
"Very honest service. Nice guy!"
Lang H on February 2023
Pratt's Professional Chimney Service is a Veteran and Family owned/operated Chimney Company. We take pride in providing the highest quality of workmanship at the fairest possible price. Our chimney sweeps are Nationally Certified through the Chimney Safety Institute of America 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 in this industry and run our company with Honesty, Integrity, and Quality Workmanship. Pratt's Chimney offers preventative maintenance; chimney cleaning, waterproofing, rain caps & dampers AND repairs; fireplace relining, gas appliance relining, minor to major masonry repairs, gas log installation, tuck pointing, and more!
"Very honest service. Nice guy!"
Lang H on February 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
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
Window Genie of Northwest Chicago is your locally owned and operated leader in streak free window cleaning, window tinting, pressure washing and gutter cleaning. Window Genie's commitment to customer satisfaction and professionalism is what has made us America's fastest growing home service franchise. With world class training and service standards, you will feel safe knowing our uniformed technicians have completed a thorough background check and will take great pride in caring for your home or office. We carry full insurance, are bonded and use only the best equipment and materials available in today's market. Estimates are always free.
"Very well. They did a good job, were on time and good direct communication. We will get their services again in the future . Thank you !"
Prabhjot M on April 2025
Window Genie of Northwest Chicago is your locally owned and operated leader in streak free window cleaning, window tinting, pressure washing and gutter cleaning. Window Genie's commitment to customer satisfaction and professionalism is what has made us America's fastest growing home service franchise. With world class training and service standards, you will feel safe knowing our uniformed technicians have completed a thorough background check and will take great pride in caring for your home or office. We carry full insurance, are bonded and use only the best equipment and materials available in today's market. Estimates are always free.
"Very well. They did a good job, were on time and good direct communication. We will get their services again in the future . Thank you !"
Prabhjot M on April 2025
We provide honest and professional fireplace and chimney services. With over 20 years of experience, you can be confident in hiring us for all your fireplace and chimney service care. We take pride in having our customers feel confident and comfortable doing business with us. We only offer products and services that we would put in our own home and will treat your home as if it was ours.
"The owner Eric came out personally to inspect and install the Fireplace Insert. This is my second year with the unit and I couldn't be more pleased. All the staff was very pleasant. I would definitely hire again."
Wayne B on March 2021
We provide honest and professional fireplace and chimney services. With over 20 years of experience, you can be confident in hiring us for all your fireplace and chimney service care. We take pride in having our customers feel confident and comfortable doing business with us. We only offer products and services that we would put in our own home and will treat your home as if it was ours.
"The owner Eric came out personally to inspect and install the Fireplace Insert. This is my second year with the unit and I couldn't be more pleased. All the staff was very pleasant. I would definitely hire again."
Wayne B on March 2021
Amruss Home Improvement has been in business for more than 25 years. Everybody knows us for our professional Window washing and Gutter cleaning services. But besides those, we also provide a whole variety of other services like Power Washing, Deck Restoration, Garage Cleaning, Caulking, and Holiday light installation services. We offer fast, high-quality, and professional services at affordable prices. We value every customer and strive to provide the best service possible. Award-winning. Licensed & Insured. Additional DBA - Amruss Inc. Cost is determined by the job.
"They never contacted us. At least, I could have received an estimate by text. In fact, it was a very poor response by any business on this site. I would not do this again."
Anna C on November 2024
Amruss Home Improvement has been in business for more than 25 years. Everybody knows us for our professional Window washing and Gutter cleaning services. But besides those, we also provide a whole variety of other services like Power Washing, Deck Restoration, Garage Cleaning, Caulking, and Holiday light installation services. We offer fast, high-quality, and professional services at affordable prices. We value every customer and strive to provide the best service possible. Award-winning. Licensed & Insured. Additional DBA - Amruss Inc. Cost is determined by the job.
"They never contacted us. At least, I could have received an estimate by text. In fact, it was a very poor response by any business on this site. I would not do this again."
Anna C on November 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
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
A-Plus House Cleaning Service is a family owned and operated cleaning service company, serving the Chicago Area since 2010, we can clean your homes and offices at a very competitive rate, with a high quality and attention to detail, you will be satisfied because our client satisfaction is in our best interest. Call us today!!
"We were very pleased with A-PlusCleaning service. Inez and her husband were very thorough, friendly, and punctual. I would definitely hire them again. In fact I have hired them two more times since my initial cleaning."
Lynne R on December 2024
A-Plus House Cleaning Service is a family owned and operated cleaning service company, serving the Chicago Area since 2010, we can clean your homes and offices at a very competitive rate, with a high quality and attention to detail, you will be satisfied because our client satisfaction is in our best interest. Call us today!!
"We were very pleased with A-PlusCleaning service. Inez and her husband were very thorough, friendly, and punctual. I would definitely hire them again. In fact I have hired them two more times since my initial cleaning."
Lynne R on December 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.