Services

Janesville Chimney & Fireplace is a fully licensed and insured company specializing in chimney and fireplace repair and installation. Our highly experienced technicians possess extensive knowledge in heating, fireplaces, wood burning stoves, chimneys, dryer vents, gas and roofing products.
You can rely on us for dependable, professional service.

Inspections and Cleanings

Inspections are recommended to provide you with a compressive diagnostic overview of your entire system. Whether you are a buyer, new home owner, or have owned for years, we suggest this to everyone. A dirty uninspected chimney can put your family at risk and end up being more costly in the long run.

Wisconsin chimneys are used heavily during our winter months. Whether it be your fireplace, furnace, or water heater, the long months of heating can leave a layer of soot or creosote.

Creosote is a dark, tar-like highly flammable substance that forms inside a chimney when wood or other fuels are burned.

These substances need to be remove annually to prevent potential damage, build up, blockage, and fire. Cleaning the flue and box keeps it in a working state and avoids chimney fires.

“A clean chimney keeps a safe and warm home.”

Masonry Chimney

Masonry chimneys are built from brick, stone, or block. Benefits of a masonry chimney are their durability and designed to last for decades. We recommend having an annual inspection and cleaning to maintain the integrity of the chimney. Some common things homeowners should pay attention to:

  • Cracked or missing bricks

  • Deteriorating mortar joints

  • Staining

  • Cracked or damaged chimney crowns

  • Smoke coming back into home

  • Odor

  • Moisture accumulation

  • Leaning chimney

    Book an inspection today and our highly trained technicians will be able to give you a detailed diagnosis of your chimney.

Gas logs

Gas log set come in a large variety of colors, shapes,and realism. Ideal for homeowners that no longer want to chop wood, clean up and wait to start a fire. Though gas logs are cleaner than wood, they require professional instillation, cleaning, and regular inspections. Whether you are looking to maintain, replace, or update the look, we are able to customize this chimney feature.

Pre-Fab Fireplace

A pre-fabricated fireplace is a factory-built fireplace that is installed as a complete system. Unlike a traditional masonry fireplace, it is usually made up of metal. Pre-fab fireplaces install faster, are cost-effective, have more air control, and are built with stricted safety standards.

Homeowners need to know that creosote can build up and the metal components can break down which snow balls into costly and serious safety issues.

Traditional wood burning stoves are designed to put out strong and radiant heat , to be durable, and are loved for the classic wood-fire experience.

Janesville Chimney & Fireplace specializes in all stove needs, from installations, maintenance, and cleanings.

Wood Burning Stoves and Pellet Stoves

Pellet stoves are commonly liked for their easy pellet loading feature. Pellets are automatically fed into the burn pot by an electric auger, allowing for a consistent and controlled heat.

Pellet stoves require:

  • Electricity to operate

  • Pellets to be purchased

  • Mechanical parts require routine maintenance

Chase Cover and Crown Mount Cap

Chase covers are usually made out of metal, copper, galvanized steel, or stainless steel. Chase covers help protect your chimney from water, debris, animals, rust, and rot.

Crown Mount caps are usually a metal cap that sits directly on top of the chimney crown, not on the flue pipe itself. They are more cost effective and stronger in high winds.

Chase covers and crown mount caps come in a large variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. We are able to help you choose and customize what is best for each chimney situation.

Flashing and Roofing

Chimney flashing is a waterproof barrier installed where the chimney passes through the roof. It's main job is to keep water from sneaking into your house at the joint, which is a primary area for leaks.

If not maintained, moisture, rain, ice, and snow can leak into the attic or walls. This will cause rot to the decking, framing and roof it’s self which leads to mold and long term structural issues.

We highly recommend booking one of our professional technicians to inspect this.