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Fireplace and Chimney Care

At Cornerstone Fireplace & Chimney, we understand that a well maintained chimney isn’t just about safety, it’s about keeping your home warm, comfortable, and ready for family memories. With over 25 years of experience, we offer dependable chimney care that protects what matters most: your loved ones and your home.

From routine insepctions and sweeps, we treat every project with care and attention to detail just like we would in our own homes. As a veteran-owned and family focused company, we’re proud to serve our community with honesty, respect, and skilled craftsmanship you can count on.

Our family friendly chimney services include:

  • Real estate transaction inspections and heatshield services
  • Annual chimney inspections
  • Chimney sweeping and cleaning
  • Chimney cap, crown, and flashing repairs
  • Masonry repair and tuckpointing
  • Chimney relining
  • Leak detection and prevention
  • Full or partial chimney rebuilds

Let Cornerstone be the trusted name your family turns to for a safe, cozy, and worry free home.

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Types of Chimney Care

Chimney Cap

Chimney Cap, Crown, Chase Cover, & Flashing Repairs

Protecting your chimney starts at the top. At Cornerstone Fireplace & Chimney, we specialize in chimney cap, crown, chase cover, and flashing repairs that prevent costly water damage and keep your home safe and dry.

  • Chimney caps keep out rain, debris, and animals while allowing your chimney to vent properly.
  • Chimney crowns seal the top of masonry chimneys, helping prevent water from penetrating the structure.
  • Flashing creates a watertight barrier where the chimney meets the roof, and chimney chase covers protect the top of prefabricated chimney systems from moisture and deterioration.
  • Chimney Chase Covers protect the top of prefabricated chimney systems, preventing water intrusion, rust, and structural damage.

Over time, these components can crack, rust, or deteriorate especially with Illinois's harsh weather exposure. Our team provides professional repairs and replacements designed to restore protection and extend the system's life.

Chimney Inspection and Sweeping

Sweep

Sweeps begin with an inspection. At Cornerstone Fireplace & Chimney, we provide thorough chimney cleaning services that remove dangerous creosote buildup, soot, and blockages that can lead to chimney fires or poor airflow as well as the inspection that allows us to properly service your chimney.

Annual sweep improves performance, increases efficiency, and ensures your fireplace or wood stove is ready when your family needs it most. Whether it’s been a year or several since your last sweep, our experienced team will treat your home with care using the industry’s best practices and mess free methods.

Chimney Inspection and Sweeping

Chimney Relining

The chimney liner plays a critical role in protecting your home and family. It safely contains heat, directs smoke and harmful gases out of your home, and protects the chimney structure from damage. Over time, liners can crack, corrode, or deteriorate—compromising the safety and performance of your system.

We provide professional chimney relining solutions designed to restore safety and efficiency. Whether you need a high-quality stainless steel liner installed, are upgrading for code compliance, replacing a damaged liner, or restoring your existing liner using the HeatShield chimney resurfacing system, our team delivers durable solutions built to last.

Chimney Masonry Repair

Masonry Tuck Pointing/Water Proofing

Quality masonry is essential to the safety, strength, and appearance of your chimney or fireplace. We provide expert masonry services that restore both structural integrity and curb appeal. Whether addressing cracked bricks, deteriorating mortar, or weather-related damage, our team brings over 25 years of craftsmanship to every project.

From minor repairs to complete rebuilds, we use proven techniques and durable materials designed to withstand the elements and protect your home for years to come.

  • Brick and stone repair
  • Tuckpointing (replacing damaged mortar)
  • Chimney and fireplace rebuilds
  • Masonry waterproofing
  • Firebox and smoke chamber repairs
Chimney Rebuild Service

Full or Partial Chimney Rebuild

When a chimney is too damaged for standard repairs, a full or partial rebuild may be the safest and most cost-effective solution. We specialize in expert chimney rebuilding that restores the strength, safety, and beauty of your chimney while protecting your home and loved ones.

Whether your chimney has suffered from years of weather exposure, fire damage, or crumbling masonry, we offer both partial rebuilds (for specific problem areas) and complete rebuilds (from the roofline up or the full structure). We match materials for a seamless look and use proven techniques to ensure long-lasting durability.

Our chimney rebuilds include:

  • Structural assessments and estimates
  • Brick and mortar matching
  • Roofline and full-stack rebuilds
  • Proper flue and liner integration
  • Waterproofing and flashing installation