tQuoted and performed work for a competitive price, but left out some things we should have asked for -- notably re-flashing. He re-used the flashing in place and nailed it into the mortar joints with ferrous nails. Used caulk to finish. The nails rusted through about 2 years later (should have used copper), and the flashing began to leak. The brickwork, itself, was well-done and finished - we're still pleased. It was a mixed bag, though -- some good tradework and some mediocre. Can't beat the price, but some of the savings were spent later. I think he does good work, but needs close supervision.
Description of Work: Full rebuild of chimney from roof up. Triple-flue construction with cap and covers. Date cited is an estimate.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$1,800
Jonathan G.
07/2011
1.0
chimney sweep, masonry, chimney repair
+ 1 more
I had him come and sweep the chimney of our house which we had just bought. He showed up 2 hours late, and swept the chimney.Then he made up a story about how there was damage between the two flues and quoted us ~$1,000 to relign each flue. He even showed us large pieces of broken clay in the bottom opening of the flue (which he probably brought with him). I got the chimney inspected by two other companies and they saw no evidence of damage to either flue. Both suggested getting one flue lined (~$300) because of new code standards with pellet stoves, but said that there was no damage that needed repair. The guy lied and he is a crook.
Description of Work: Chimeny sweeping... and fraud.
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