Chimney & Fireplace Repair & Replacement

At Block House we provide a wide range of chimney and fireplace services and solutions to keep your home heating system safe, efficient, and visually appealing. Our team of fully licensed and trained professionals have the skills and knowledge to assess any damage and articulate a plan for repairs or replacement. We will always offer the most cost-effective plan and promise to never cut corners when performing chimney sweeps, cleanings, maintenance, inspections, or repairs!

Chimney Cap Repairs and Services

Chimney cap mounts are crucial in preventing water infiltration and other types of damage. They also contribute to appropriate airflow within the chimney. If your current cap is fractured, cracked, or showing signs of wear, it may require repair or replacement. We would gladly inspect to determine whether a repair can be safely done or if a replacement is needed and recommend the finest cap solution for your chimney.

Chimney Cap & Crown Precast

In Michigan, where extreme weather conditions are common, having a sturdy and well-maintained chimney crown is essential. Precast concrete tops provide the advantages of durability and convenience of installation. Coming in a variety of sizes and designs, we will work with any homeowner to install one that compliments the design of the home.

Chimney Sweep

The National Fire Protection Association suggest chimneys are cleaned and inspected every year by a qualified professional and we couldn’t agree more. Let Block House get your chimney ready for the long Michigan winter months. An hour or less of our service will provide you with piece of mind all year long.

Regular fireplace care and chimney sweeping can help prevent health risks like carbon monoxide poisoning and hazardous chimney fires caused by blocked chimneys that could result in catastrophic damage. Our skilled cleaning technique removes creosote, obstructions, and debris, keeping your chimney in top shape. Keeping your chimney clean also allows more oxygen to flow through your system, resulting in a more complete and efficient burn and keeps your home safe and warm!

Chimney Flue Inspection and Repair

Chimney flue inspection and repair services can help guarantee that your chimney system is both safe and running efficiently. We will gladly come out to remove creosote and other flammable buildup, repair any damage to the flue lining, clean the chimney surface, and perform regular maintenance. A clean system effectively encourages harmful substances to exit your home while protecting you from smoke inhalation, fires, and inefficient energy use.

Firebox Repair & Replacement

Modern fireboxes are built with firebricks and refractory mortar as they are more resistant to extreme temperatures than standard bricks or stone. Despite their durability, these materials are still susceptible to damage from water, wear and tear, or faulty construction. Ignoring firebox damage puts your home and family at risk for fire and carbon monoxide poisoning. Our experts our here to help evaluate and address current conditions helping to prevent any major repairs.

Firebox Resurfacing

Fireboxes operate as a barrier between the burning fire and the rest of the room, allowing for controlled heat distribution and reducing fire hazards. Our trained experts resurface fireplace fireboxes by replacing damaged bricks, mortar, or other components with heat-resistant refractory bricks and specialized mortar. This new surface maximizes heat containment and safety while making the fireplace safe, useful, and visually appealing.

Top Mount Dampers

Top mount chimney dampers serve as both a chimney cover and an energy-efficient method of sealing off a drafty fireplace. These close the flue when not in use and opens it when you need to utilize the fireplace. We will evaluate your chimney to ensure that the dampers are working properly and replace if necessary.

Standard Damper Door

A standard chimney damper door controls the flow of air and smoke in and out of a chimney. These dampers keep hot air from escaping up the chimney in the winter and keeps small animals and pests from entering your home. More importantly dampers prevent smoke and fumes from filling your home so it’s best damper repairs and installations be left to one of our certified chimney and fireplace professionals.

Fireplace Mantle & Hearth Repair

Cracks, loose stones and bricks, or damaged wood on your fireplace mantel shelf and hearth floor might jeopardize the safety and ambiance of the fireplace. Our trained technicians can restore the beauty of any fireplace by mending cracks, replacing damaged stones or bricks, or sanding and refinishing wood. Depending on the extent of the damage, we can replace the mantle and hearth. Whatever your immediate need or ideal interior design is, we can make it a reality.