Fireplace Freddie is a family-owned and operated business specializing in fireplace and chimney repair. Owner, Fred Reno established the company in 1995. Fred and his experienced crew take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship and have worked on over 20,000 chimneys in the Los Angeles area. Fireplace Freddie has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and are members of the National Fire Protection Association, the Golden State Chimney Sweep Guild the National Chimney Sweep Guild and certified through the Chimney Safety Institute of America. Fireplace Freddie was invited to be the guest contractor on HGTV’s Kenneth Brown Design on an episode about fireplace design. Fireplace Freddie was also featured on NBC Nightly News and KTLA as fireplace experts.
Business highlights
30 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Chimney & fireplace repair, rebuilds, sweeps, gas troubleshoots, inspections
Description of Work: The workmen were great. The staff was very helpful in explaining the work that was needed to repair our fireplace. The work was accomplished in a timely manner, and they did a great job not leaving a mess for us to clean up. We had just replace the carpet and they didn't get a speck of dirt on it! |All in all the experience was great, the fireplace came out beautiful. I just wish fireplace repair wasn't so expensive.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Paul A.
04/2013
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps
+ 0 more
Well
Description of Work: Called and confirmed special of $99.00 for sweep. Asked for pricing for spark arrestor and quoted $200.00 which seem competitive. Responsive and straight forward.....
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
elizabeth G.
03/2013
3.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$250
Andrew S.
10/2007
4.0
fireplaces
+ -1 more
The gas was not flowing into the fireplace and we thought it was due to a clog in the line. They came and discovered that it was actually due to a malfunctioning key that opened the gas line to the fireplace.
Description of Work: Our gas-light fireplace was not working and they came to help.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
CRISTINA E.
01/2007
2.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
Cleaning was conducted with care. I would be cautious of their opinion on other repairs.
Description of Work: Had them inspect and clean fireplace after purchasing our home. The rep told me how the lining of the chimney was cracked, probably from the last earthquake and needed repair in the $1800 range. I had them clean the chimney only and had another company look at the chimney for a second opinion. The second company confirmed that no crack existed. He showed me the lining on a camera. I was unhappy that Fireplace Freddie tried to sell me something I didn't need. They lost my trust for good.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$120
JEAN K.
09/2006
5.0
fireplaces
+ -1 more
They were very polite, used drop cloths & left the house as they found it. They were thorough & identified and explained problems. Could have been a little more prompt;my appointment was the first of the day & the company is a few blocks away. Appointment was made for arrival between 10:00 & 11:00 a.m. and they arrived at 11:00 a.m. I had asked in advance how long the job would take and was told an hour 1/2, approx. Job took over three hours from start to finish.
Description of Work: Cleaned & inspected two chimneys/fireplaces. Identified problems in one & will return for video inspection.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$258
PJ P.
05/2006
3.0
chimney repair
+ -1 more
Always feel like Greg was trying to sell more work to us, with a hard sell.
Description of Work: Evaluated and had them clean and repair two of three chimneys. When their inspectors came out, found out they hadn't actually cleaned one of the chimneys! They returned and did the work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
$1,850
NICOLE R.
02/2006
2.0
chimney repair
+ -1 more
I did not have a problem with the work, but the way it was done. The workers put a huge sign in the front of our building with their name and number on it without asking. They also used our bathtub as a garbage bin. We were also overcharged and had to wait a week to receive a check refund by mail even though we had paid with a credit card. Numerous black smudge marks were left on our walls and we had just painted.
Description of Work: Came to re-grout & repair hearth, repair cracks. Installed new materials.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
$4,000
SUE O.
01/2006
5.0
fireplaces
+ -1 more
On time, reasonable, professional, friendly, clean. This was to install firestop walls on 3 sides in attic surrounding the chimney. I've had them clean the fireplace several times. One year I called another place by mistake and two weeks later was smoking and the other company did not respond. Had to have this company come back and do it the right way. Note: Cleaning is less expensive by about $70 per visit in summer months. Not sure about the price on the firestop as I did not get any other bids.
Description of Work: Installed firestops, cleaned chimney and other general repairs
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
PATRICK C.
11/2005
5.0
chimney caps
+ -1 more
WORK WAS PERFORMED PROMPTLY AND EFFICIENTLY, WORKERS SHOWED UP AT TIME SCHEDULED. PERFORMED A PROFESSIONAL JOB WITH MINIMAL FUSS, ALSO PROVIDED REASONABLE ESTIMATES FOR FUTURE WORK.
Description of Work: ADDED CAP TO CHIMNEY, TO CUT DOWN ON MOISTURE ENTERING CHIMNEY AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FIREBOX AND FLUE.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
CATHY W.
06/2005
5.0
chimney repair
+ -1 more
THIS COMPANY IS SUCH A JOY TO WORK WITH. WE HAD USED THEM IN THE PAST FOR CHIMNEY SWEEPING. THE WORKERS ARE VERY PROFESSIONAL AND VERY COURTEOUS AND FRIENDLY.
Description of Work: RECOAT SMOKE CHAMBER, FLUE TILES RETUCK, TOP DAMPER, REPAIRED FIREBOX, RECOAT THE CROWN, EXTERIOR WATER REPELLENT, SMOKE TEST AND VIDEO TEST TO PASS - 6 YEAR WARRANTY.
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Service Categories
Fireplaces,
Chimney Sweep,
Chimney Repair,
Chimney Caps,
Masonry,
Gas Logs
FAQ
Fireplace Freddie is currently rated 3.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fireplace Freddie accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
No, Fireplace Freddie does not offer free project estimates.
No, Fireplace Freddie does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Fireplace Freddie does not offer a senior discount.
No, Fireplace Freddie does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Fireplace Freddie offers warranties.
Fireplace Freddie offers the following services: Chimney & fireplace repair, rebuilds, sweeps, gas troubleshoots, inspections