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Chimney Liner Options Explained for the Homeowner

Homeowners often get confused when they hear that their chimney needs to be relined. The first thought that may come to mind is, “What the heck does that mean?”  This writer will attempt to explain – in laymen’s terms – what relining is, why it may be needed, and all of the options available so...

NFPA Level 2 Inspection and Cleaning

Hire a certified chimney inspector from Portland Fireplace and Chimney to perform an NFPA Level 2 inspection and cleaning on your fireplace and chimney. This is a 24 point inspection complete with photos of your system, a resultant condition report of your system and an estimate for repairs if there are any needed. Once the...

Portland Fireplace and Chimney Inc. Commercial

Protect your home and investment with quality craftsmanship from Portland Fireplace and Chimney Inc. We take a “fix it right the first time” approach. Select an established chimney professional that knows the fireplace and chimney building and safety codes. Are you looking for a reputable, locally owned company with a history of professional service and...

Signs your chimney needs cleaning

We do cleaning as part of a NFPA Level 2 24 point inspection complete with photos of your system, a resultant condition report of your system, and an estimate for repairs if there are any needed. This way you know the exact status and can make an informed decision regarding what is needed to be...

Hearth and Chimney Safety

Chimney fires are a serious matter, and can cause hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in property damage. In the last three years, approximately 72,500 chimney fires occurred in the United States, causing about $92 million in property damage and resulting in 30 deaths. Louisa County Chase Fire     In November of 2013, a...

NE Portland Fireplace Remodel- Check out this amazing transformation!

Our homeowner Eric said it best: “When we began the project we really did not truly understand the serious fire hazard the old firebox posed or the weakened condition of the chimney. We had even less of a concept of how involved the rebuild project would be. But, Jake & Robert were great to work...

SE Portland Historic Restoration

This historic home was built in 1890, and the fireplace chimney was loose and crumbling above the roof line and had reached its end of life due in part to a lack of maintenance and a proper chimney cap.     Here you see our team setup for successful restoration and safety during the construction...