Restoring the firebox, damper and face in Edgewater
Safe working order comes first. The original look follows, with materials that match what is already there.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
When patching an old fireplace stops working
- Debris or nesting in the firebox
- Musty smell from the fireplace
- Firebox floor worn or broken
- Water marks inside the firebox
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A restoration plan built around your fireplace
A small hidden test area before cleaning
Before cleaning a whole face, we try the method on a small area that does not show. Brick and mortar can react differently to the same cleaner, and some stains darken rather than lift.
The test area is left to dry before it is judged, because wet brick looks darker than it is. If the result is good, the same method is used across the face. If not, we adjust and try again. You can see the test area yourself before the full clean goes ahead.
Easing back into use after restoration
The early fires after a restoration should be small. New firebox mortar may still be curing, and the damper and flue are being used again after a long gap.
Follow the curing steps we give you, using dry wood and a modest fire. Watch that smoke goes up the flue and that the damper stays fully open. If anything seems wrong, let the fire burn out and call us. Building up gradually protects the new work and shows you how the restored fireplace behaves.
Refurbishing parts versus restoring the whole
Fireplace refurbishing often means renewing individual parts, such as a new grate, a cleaned face or reset tiles. Restoration plans the whole fireplace so those parts work together.
If you want a few parts refurbished, we can quote them individually. If several parts depend on each other, we explain why a combined plan may serve you better. Either way, the estimate shows each item and its price, so you can choose the scope that fits your plans. Refurbished parts are listed individually, with a note on anything nearby that may need attention later.
Prices set out per item
A restoration estimate can include many items, and each one is priced on its own. That lets you see what each part of the work costs and choose what to include.
Our pricing is upfront, with no hidden fees. If you approve some items and defer others, the approved ones are priced as shown. If hidden damage appears, we explain the change and wait for your approval before continuing. The final bill matches what you agreed. Every item also carries a short reason, so the price and the purpose sit side by side.
What the free restoration inspection checks
- Smoke chamber parged smooth where needed
- Lintel condition noted
- Retained features listed on the estimate
- Written record of the restoration work
Your restoration questions, in plain terms
What if parts for my factory-built unit are discontinued?
We check for manufacturer-approved alternatives. If none exist, we explain what that means for the fireplace. Unlisted parts are not fitted, because the listing depends on the tested components working together.
Is the chimney part of a fireplace restoration?
The focus is the fireplace itself, from the firebox and damper to the hearth and face. Findings on the chimney above are noted and listed as separate items, each with its own reason and price.
Are same-day restoration visits available?
Same-day inspection visits are available when the schedule allows. A full restoration is usually planned over more than one visit, because materials must be matched and mortar needs time to cure.
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Our team will contact you to arrange your inspection.
Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo