There are many reasons why you might believe that you have the need for a fireplace repair or replacement. Since this can be rather hazardous to your home if left in disrepair, it is in your best interest to fix the problem as soon as you notice it. In many cases, you will notice an issue by the way the chimney vents (or doesn't) or with water seepage from a leak in the masonry work. In both cases, the issue has been going on long enough that it is revealing symptoms. You need to get it fixed. There are many ways to fix it and many professionals that will know exactly what to do.

Issues with chimney caps and flues are easily repaired. Drafting issues can be corrected as can masonry work. In some cases you will need a rebuild. Additionally water leaks can be corrected and dampers can be replaced and repaired. The more complex the issue, the more intense the repair and of course, the higher the cost. But the cost of not repairing your issues is far greater. With this in mind, it is in your best interest to search for multiple masonry/fireplace repair technicians and get quotes from all of them regarding price and extent of work effort. Some technicians might try to do a complete rebuild on your fireplace stack. Often this is unnecessary. Most of the repairs can be completed on the existing structure.

Water leaks and masonry issues are the two you really need to stay on top of to assure the safety of your home. In either of these cases it is best to get the repair done as soon as you can. In the case of water leakage, the more it rains the greater the potential for other issues within your home as it water slowly can make its way into your rafters and dry board. The last thing you want to have in your home is either dry rot or even worse, mold issues because of the water leaks.

In addition to the multiple estimates that you get, find out what the warranty process is, how long the work is guaranteed for, how long the company has been in business and whether or not they have any formal complaints with the Better Business Bureau or the local chamber of commerce. All of this due diligence will serve you well when you get your fireplace chimney repaired.