Chimney sweep, inspection and repair in Northbrook, IL
Northbrook has many mid-century houses, and their fireplaces and chimneys are now decades old.
Northbrook sits south of us, on the Cook County side of the line, and it has plenty of mid-century housing. A lot of those homes came with a masonry fireplace as a feature, and the chimneys have been standing since.
Brick chimneys from that era are often still sound, but they usually have worn mortar, tired crowns and original liners that deserve a look. Chimneys that have gone a long time without maintenance are also more likely to have hidden water damage inside the walls near the fireplace.
If you live in Northbrook and are thinking about using your fireplace again after a few quiet years, start with an inspection. It is a small step that tells you what you are working with.
What we do in Northbrook
- Chimney Sweep & Cleaning
- Chimney Inspection
- Chimney Repair & Masonry
- Chimney Crown Repair
- Chimney Cap Installation
- Chimney Liner Installation & Repair
- Flashing & Waterproofing
- Fireplace Repair
Questions from Northbrook homeowners
Do you work in Northbrook?
Yes, Northbrook is within the area we serve.
My fireplace has not been used in years. Can I light it?
We recommend an inspection first, because things shift and deteriorate in unused chimneys.
What is the first thing to check on a mid-century chimney?
The liner, the crown and the mortar joints are the usual places to look.
Nearby towns we serve
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