- Serving Seattle, the Eastside, and South Sound
- Upfront pricing before any work starts
Adding a fireplace to an addition or a remodel means building a chimney that drafts well, stays dry, and passes inspection. We build masonry and factory-built chimneys for new wood, gas, and outdoor fireplaces across Seattle and the Eastside.
A chimney in Seattle is wet for most of the year. Crown overhangs, drip edges, cricket flashing on the uphill side of the roof, and a cap on every flue are not extras here. We build them in from the start.
New chimneys and fireplaces need a permit from Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections or your local building department, and wood-burning appliances must meet Washington emission standards. We handle the technical submittal with your contractor.
New construction is quoted from plans or a site visit. Masonry chimneys cost more than factory-built systems but last longer and add to the look of the house. We quote both options where both make sense so you can compare.
Masonry suits traditional homes and outdoor fireplaces and lasts for generations with basic care. Factory-built systems are lighter, faster to install, and the usual choice for prefab fireplaces in additions.
Yes. An exterior masonry chimney can be built against an outside wall, and a factory-built chimney can run through the house or up the outside inside a framed chase.
A factory-built system is usually installed in one to three days. A masonry chimney takes one to two weeks depending on height and weather.
