Cracked hearth slabs, loose tile, wobbly mantels and failing surrounds are repaired so the fireplace is safe and beautiful again.
The hearth is the floor of the fireplace, and the mantel is its crown. Both take more wear than people expect. Hearth stones crack from heat and from the weight of heavy logs, tile works loose and the mantel can shift or sag. A cracked hearth is more than an eyesore, since it is the part that protects the floor from sparks and heat.
We repair hearth slabs and tile, reset loose stones, replace damaged sections and fix mantels that have come loose from the wall. If you want a fresh look, we can replace the hearth with stone, slate or tile and add a new mantel, keeping to the required clearances from the opening. A repaired hearth also changes how the whole room feels, since the hearth and mantel are the first things the eye finds when you walk in.
We reset loose stones and tile, repair cracks and replace broken pieces. A solid, level hearth is safer and looks better.
The hearth must extend a safe distance in front of the opening. We check it and add an extension if the current one is too short.
Mantels loosen from their anchors or crack. We secure them, repair damage and refinish or replace when needed.
Mantels and trim must keep a safe distance from the opening. We check the clearances so a pretty mantel does not become a hazard.
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BeforeAfterSafe underfoot.
Spark protection.
Fresh look.
No wobble.
Safe distances.
Floors protected.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationOlder and Historic HomesOlder chimneys have soft brick, old mortar and no liner. They need a gentler approach and the right…Learn more 
Project situationUnused FireplacesA fireplace that sat cold for years can heat the home again. Here are the steps and the…Learn more 
Project situationFirst Fire of the SeasonThe first cold night is not the time to find out your chimney needs work. Here is how…Learn more Pick what you see or smell to learn what it may mean and how urgent it is.
You tell us about the chimney, fireplace or stove and what you have noticed, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We look closely at the chimney, inside and out, ask how you use it and take photos of anything of note.
We explain what is urgent, what can wait and what is optional, and give you a written scope and options.
We lay drop cloths, seal the firebox and protect the roof and landscaping before any work begins.
We sweep, repair or install with the right tools and materials, checking our work as we go.
We clean up, show you what we did, share tips and set a reminder for your next visit.
Heat, heavy loads and movement of the floor below are common causes.
Small cracks can be. Large or loose pieces are better replaced.
It must extend a safe distance in front of and beside the opening. We check and advise.
Yes, and we can build a custom one.
Repairs are often a day. Replacement takes a few days.
Fireplace Remodel and RefacingA dated fireplace becomes a focal point again with natural stone, brick or tile and a custom mantel…Explore 
Fireplace RepairCracked firebrick, loose hearth stones, stuck dampers and drafty openings fixed so the fireplace is safe, tidy and…Explore 
Firebox Repair and RebuildingA damaged firebox is repaired or fully rebuilt with fresh firebrick and refractory mortar, so heat stays where…Explore 
Fireplace Doors and ScreensGlass doors, mesh screens and grates fitted to your fireplace, so sparks stay in, heat stays in the…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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