We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
****SHOWROOM HOURS - - Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM , Saturday & Sunday CLOSED**** Your home is designed to give you and your family a place where you can feel safe and warm. But if you've ever owned a home, you know that feeling doesn't come without work. All of your home's systems, your chimney and dryer vent included, require regular maintenance if they are to continue working as safely and as efficiently as they were designed to. Here at The Chimney Care Company, your sense of security and safety is important to us, which is why we've spent the last 30 years installing, repairing, cleaning and maintaining the chimneys, fireplaces and dryer vents of our neighbors in Cincinnati, southwest Ohio and northern Kentucky. Whatever your fireplace, chimney or dryer vent needs, if you're looking for high-quality, professional services from industry experts, you've come to the right place.
"Wood burning fireplace and chimney cleaned and camera inspected. During inspection, Caige found potentially dangerous cracks, etc. in chimney. He patiently explained choices for repairing and costs. Very professional yet very nice. Highly recommend."
Karen S on December 2024
****SHOWROOM HOURS - - Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM , Saturday & Sunday CLOSED**** Your home is designed to give you and your family a place where you can feel safe and warm. But if you've ever owned a home, you know that feeling doesn't come without work. All of your home's systems, your chimney and dryer vent included, require regular maintenance if they are to continue working as safely and as efficiently as they were designed to. Here at The Chimney Care Company, your sense of security and safety is important to us, which is why we've spent the last 30 years installing, repairing, cleaning and maintaining the chimneys, fireplaces and dryer vents of our neighbors in Cincinnati, southwest Ohio and northern Kentucky. Whatever your fireplace, chimney or dryer vent needs, if you're looking for high-quality, professional services from industry experts, you've come to the right place.
"Wood burning fireplace and chimney cleaned and camera inspected. During inspection, Caige found potentially dangerous cracks, etc. in chimney. He patiently explained choices for repairing and costs. Very professional yet very nice. Highly recommend."
Karen S on December 2024
Family owned and operated! Over 20 years experience, serving the tri-state. We do offer a 10% discount off labor to our Veterans!
Family owned and operated! Over 20 years experience, serving the tri-state. We do offer a 10% discount off labor to our Veterans!
Family owned.
"Everything went smoothly and work was performed as requested."
Amy L on January 2018
Family owned.
"Everything went smoothly and work was performed as requested."
Amy L on January 2018
Thomas & Galbraith is the most comprehensive, client-focused home service company in the Cincinnati area. Our process-driven team of experts is connected through a commitment to excellence, and a passion for serving others. We earn trust by educating on options, working in the best interest of every client, and backing up everything we do – in writing. Our goal is to exceed your expectations to provide a true comfort experience that feels right, because you know it’s right.
"I have had Thomas & Galbraith servicing my furnace and air conditioner since they put it in around 9 years ago and have always been very happy with the repairmen until this evening. Tonight it was quite apparent the serviceman did not know what he was doing. He actually facetimed with someone he called Dad trying to walk him through changing out my thermostat which he had decided was the problem. It turned out not to be the problem. He could not figure out why the house was cooling but the old and new thermostats had high temperatures. He then said he had been here too long. And then because he wasn't able to fix anything he wanted to charge me the service fee which should be waved if something is repaired under my warranty but because he couldn't figure out what was wrong he didn't fix anything."
Carol A on July 2024
Thomas & Galbraith is the most comprehensive, client-focused home service company in the Cincinnati area. Our process-driven team of experts is connected through a commitment to excellence, and a passion for serving others. We earn trust by educating on options, working in the best interest of every client, and backing up everything we do – in writing. Our goal is to exceed your expectations to provide a true comfort experience that feels right, because you know it’s right.
"I have had Thomas & Galbraith servicing my furnace and air conditioner since they put it in around 9 years ago and have always been very happy with the repairmen until this evening. Tonight it was quite apparent the serviceman did not know what he was doing. He actually facetimed with someone he called Dad trying to walk him through changing out my thermostat which he had decided was the problem. It turned out not to be the problem. He could not figure out why the house was cooling but the old and new thermostats had high temperatures. He then said he had been here too long. And then because he wasn't able to fix anything he wanted to charge me the service fee which should be waved if something is repaired under my warranty but because he couldn't figure out what was wrong he didn't fix anything."
Carol A on July 2024
A gas log fireplace should be inspected and serviced as needed once a year. Preventative maintenance can help keep your fireplace in working condition and save money in the long run by avoiding more costly repairs on parts that could have been fixed sooner with a regular inspection.
The cost difference between a gas fireplace and a wood-burning fireplace depends on the type of wood-burning fireplace installed. The cost to install a gas fireplace tends to be cheaper than the cost to install a brick wood-burning fireplace. Installing a gas fireplace costs about $3,600 on average, whereas the cost to build a masonry wood-burning fireplace can go up to $30,000. The cost to install a wood-burning fireplace insert or stove can cost from $700 to $6,500, about the same as a gas fireplace on average.
The cost to repair a fireplace depends on the type, extent of repairs needed, and your location. The average cost to repair a fireplace varies depending on the part of the fireplace that needs work:
Firebox: $160–$2,500
Refractory panel: $200–$300
Hearth: $150–$800
Mantel: $500–$1,200
Pilot light: $100–$350
Igniter: $100–$150
Gas valve: $150–$300
Thermocouple: $75–$350
Thermopile: $75–$350
Yes, it can be worth installing a gas fireplace, depending on your home heating needs. The cost to install a gas fireplace can be much lower than the cost to install a comparable wood-burning fireplace. The convenience of starting a fire with the flip of a switch and turning it off just as quickly makes a gas fireplace a big time saver over starting and maintaining a wood-fueled fire. A gas fireplace also does not require ash cleanup or frequent chimney cleaning to remove creosote and other buildup that can lead to chimney fires. Gas fireplaces burn and heat much more cleanly than wood fireplaces.
A gas fireplace insert costs about $3,600 to install, on average. The cost to install a gas log insert ranges from about $700 to $6,500, depending on the size, type of insert, how it works, and heating needs. Gas fireplaces need electrical and gas lines installed properly, so hiring a pro is recommended rather than trying to DIY installation.