Whether you're adding a fireplace or stove, or replacing a failed chimney, the venting system has to match the appliance and be installed to its listing and to code. That means selecting the correct chimney or listed vent system, planning the path and clearances through the structure, and coordinating framing, roofing and any gas or electrical trades. It's a project with several moving parts, and doing it correctly protects both performance and safety. Licensed trades handle the work that requires them.
What homeowners notice
- You're installing a new fireplace or stove that needs venting
- An existing chimney has failed and needs replacement rather than repair
- You're building or renovating and planning the venting
- You need a listed vent system matched to a specific appliance
How we diagnose it
- We confirm the appliance and the chimney or vent system it requires
- We plan the path, clearances and termination through the structure
- We identify framing, roofing and trade coordination
- We address permits and inspections where required
Your options — and their limits
Masonry chimney
Where a masonry system suits the appliance and structure.
Listed factory-built chimney / vent system
A manufacturer-listed system matched to the appliance, common for modern installations.
Replacement of a failed chimney
Removing and replacing a chimney that's past repair, tied into the appliance correctly.
What affects the price
We don't post flat prices, because an honest number depends on what we actually find. These are the factors that move it:
- Chimney or vent system type and appliance
- Path, height and structural coordination
- Roofing, framing and finish work
- Permits and licensed trades
When to stop using the system and get it evaluated
- Don't operate the appliance until the chimney/vent system is completed and inspected where required
How to prepare for the visit
- Have the appliance details or your plans for one
- Note the intended location and roof type
Applies to
A note on scope: Structural, roofing, gas and electrical work is performed by appropriately licensed trades; installation follows the appliance listing and code.
Questions homeowners ask
Masonry or factory-built chimney?
It depends on the appliance, the structure and your goals. Modern installations often use a listed factory-built vent system matched to the appliance; some situations suit masonry. We match the system to the appliance rather than the other way around.
Can a failed chimney be replaced rather than repaired?
Yes — when a chimney is past sound repair, replacement tied correctly into the appliance is the right path. We'll tell you honestly which your situation calls for.
Related services
Fireplace Installation · Chimney Relining · Chimney Rebuild · Fireplace Insert Installation
Serving South Florida
We provide chimney installation across Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade. A few of the areas we serve:
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Not sure whether it's a cleaning, a repair, or something to look at before your next fire? Tell us what you're noticing and we'll help you figure out the right next step.