A new masonry fireplace and chimney built from the footing up, proportioned to draw well and finished to suit the house.
A masonry fireplace and chimney is a built-in, long-lasting feature. It adds warmth, atmosphere and value to a home, and when it is built well it draws smoothly for decades. Building one is a big job that rewards careful planning, from the footing to the cap.
We build new fireplaces and chimneys for additions, new homes and remodels. The work begins with design and clearances, then a footing sized to the load, a firebox of firebrick, a flue sized for the draft and a chimney stack finished in brick, stone or stucco. A proper crown, flashing and cap protect the top, and the surround inside matches the room.
The size of the opening, the depth of the firebox and the flue area all affect how well a fireplace draws. We follow proven proportions so smoke goes up and not into the room.
A masonry chimney weighs several tons. It needs its own footing and a structure tied correctly to the house.
Brick, stone or stucco, plain or corbelled, tall or short: we match the chimney to the house so it looks as if it was always there.
A sloped crown, solid flashing and a cap keep water, animals and debris out of the flue and the masonry.
Proven proportions.
Stable and plumb.
Brick, stone or stucco.
Crown, flashing and cap.
Built for heat.
Hearth and surround.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationNew Construction and AdditionsNew homes and additions need chimneys built to draw well and meet the rules. Here is how we…Learn more 
Project situationOlder and Historic HomesOlder chimneys have soft brick, old mortar and no liner. They need a gentler approach and the right…Learn more 
Material guideBrick and MortarBrick and mortar are the classic chimney materials. Here is how they work, wear and are repaired.Learn more Answer five questions about your home and your goals and see the fireplace, stove, insert or gas option that fits best.
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.
Yes. We plan the structure, the route through the roof and the interior finish together.
Usually yes. We help with the details.
Both are possible. We explain the draft and cleaning needs of each.
A new chimney usually takes a few weeks depending on the design.
It is a lighter, quicker option. See our page on prefabricated fireplace and chase repair, and compare it with masonry at the visit.
Permits and HOA ApprovalsHelp with the paperwork behind a chimney project: permit questions, drawings and neighborhood association approval packages.Explore 
Chimney Liner InstallationA properly sized liner gives smoke a safe, sealed path up the chimney and protects the masonry from…Explore 
Prefabricated Fireplace and Chase RepairMetal-lined factory-built fireplaces and their framed chimney chases repaired, resealed and protected from rust and water.Explore 
Chimney Cap InstallationA well-fitted cap with mesh screening that keeps out rain, animals, leaves and sparks while letting smoke escape…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
Or call (615) 357-7797 to talk now.
