Chimney and Fireplace Service in Killarney, FL

Not every fireplace gets used, and some Killarney homeowners would rather close theirs off for good than keep maintaining it. Killarney is a community near Oakland in Orange County, and if that is your plan, it is worth doing properly, because a fireplace that is simply ignored can still let in water, animals and humid air.

There are a few ways to take a fireplace out of service. The simplest keeps the chimney intact and seals it: a top-sealing damper at the top of the flue or a cap that closes the opening, combined with a closed and sealed throat damper. A decorative cover or panel can then go over the opening inside.

That leaves the option of using the fireplace again later. A more permanent approach caps the chimney and seals the firebox, which needs to be planned so moisture trapped inside the chimney has somewhere to go. A gas fireplace or gas log set has an extra step. The gas supply to the fireplace has to be shut off and capped by the gas trade before the unit is retired, not just switched off at the control.

Our estimate names that step so it is not skipped. Whatever you choose, the chimney itself still needs to be sound. A cracked crown or loose flashing on a sealed chimney still leaks, and damage is harder to spot once nobody is looking. We inspect the chimney first and tell you if anything should be repaired before it is closed off.

Keep a note of what was done. A future buyer, or a future you, will want to know whether the fireplace can be reopened and what it would take. Our family-owned, local company inspects Killarney fireplaces free and writes up each option with its price. Honest, upfront pricing, no hidden fees and 10% off any service booked within 72 hours after the inspection. The work we complete is covered by our workmanship warranty.