I needed my chimney repaired, and quickly, since it was early December. I called several places for…read morequotes and Fred's came in with the best price and included additional services that Mike suggested. Mike and his crew rebuilt the chimney from the roof line up, fixed the broken flue top, installed a liner, and cleaned my dryer vent (which hadn't been done in years). Carol called to confirm the time and work to be done and the team showed up exactly as promised. They worked quickly and efficiently, and left everything clean. Even my neighbor commented on how nicely everything turned out. All in all, I am very pleased with the job they did.

I needed my chimney looked at quickly and was able to get someone from Fred's to come the next day…read morefor a quote and repair the same day- very happy with the service and quality of the work- everything went smoothly and hopefully my chimney is set for a long time now. highly recommend these guys!

I've been using World Class Maintenance for years and I'm never disappointed. But recently we had a…read morescary situation where after our fire was started and blazing (damper was open) , the spring on the damper failed. Fortunately, we were able to put out the fire in the chimney quickly. I called Anthony at WORLD CLASS MAINTENANCE the next day and he was able to come replace the damper. His crew were on time, personable and neat. We couldn't have been more pleased with their service. As a Realtor I've recommended them many times to my clients and I will continue to do so. Thank you to Anthony, Cliff, and Steve!

Anthony and his team were great. Highly communicative and responsive, and got the job done quickly…read morewhile respecting my home.

I was very impressed that they came to give a free estimate in a driving rainstorm. The estimate…read moreincluded chimney liner, many bricks to be replaced, repointing, etc. They started work, again during a rainstorm but could only work mostly inside. They are scheduled to complete the job later this week, on the first dry day. Therefore, the rating will be changed when full job is completed, but impressed so far.

I called Mr chimney as I need the fireplace in my vacant apt in white plains checked , clean ,…read moreinspection before a new tenant moves in and it can be dangerous to have a dirty clogged fireplace as I have been told . Called for an appointment on Thursday and Friday morning the chimney guy was at the apt ready to do his job. It took him about an hour for cleaning and inspection and he told me that the fireplace was not used much in the past and it just needed a good cleaning and lookover . Rate was reasonable and the advice he gave me for proper maintenance and care was very useful ..Was thinking about having the fireplace sealed up so I wouldn't have to deal with it anymore when the new tenant moves it but the chimney guy told me , it would be a shame to not have a fireplace especially during the winter time and a fireplace in a condo apt is rare and very cool , so fireplace stays put . Glad I called Mr chimney to give the fireplace a checkup . 4.5 stars on my yelp meter .

I highly recommend Main Duct. The service I received was very professional and well done. The two…read moreservice men were very considerate and keeping my area clean and in explaining the whole process thoroughly it was a pleasure working with them.

Easy to schedule an appointment. They were on time and did a good job . My tenant was satisfied…read morewith the quality

Using B & P Chimney Co was quick and easy right from the start. The receptionist was pleasant and…read morefriendly while scheduling the job. I received a phone call letting me know that the repairmen were on their way. Both Rego and Carlos were professional and worked quickly. No mess left behind! They showed me pics of the top of my chimney so I could clearly see what it looked like. They cemented the base and installed a new stainless steel chimney cap. The price was very fair, but the quality was immense. I highly recommend them and will use them for any future chimney work.

Excellent, prompt, professional service for chimney repair. Will definitely be a return customer!read more

Hired LusoPro to clean our HVAC vents and they did a great job…read more The technition came on time and was friendly, patient, professional, and thorough. Showed me before/after pictures of the vents and they look so much better. More importantly, we were considering another company that wanted to charge us double LP's rate and said that we had mold throughout our system, which sounded alarmist. The LP technition confirmed that we have mold on our vent covers only and not in our entire system. A much cheaper price for better, honest service. Will use again.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed these guys before…read more I first used them in 2023 after having some frustration with other companies to clean out the exhaust vent for my washer/dryer unit. The guy who came is named Vano. He was personable, considerate, warned me before he started to use the vaccuum ("I'm going to make noise!"), cleaned up after himself as well as dust that was on the floor, building up over the last year. He did the job well, and noticed that we do the laundry almost daily, so there's a rapid accumulation of garbage in the screen that catches all of the lint as the steam exits the exterior of our building... so he said that if we notice it getting clogged-up over the next 6 months, we can just call them to ask him to visit and clean the screen (it's very hard for us to access this screen safely) at NO CHARGE. That makes me feel like I would NEVER use another company for this service as long as these guys have Vano working for them. I am committed to these guys. They are simply 100% awesome.

We started off on a rough note because my appointment was rescheduled multiple times on the same…read moreday, which was frustrating. I was very close to canceling and gave them a clear ultimatum that if they did not make the next day's appointment, I would walk away. To their credit, they showed up the very next day and they were on time. Two technicians arrived and immediately got to work. One was on the roof while the other worked in the basement, and it was clear they knew exactly what they were doing. They also explained that this is a family owned business, with multiple family members working together on the same jobs, which really showed in how coordinated and invested they were in the work. The scope of work involved installing a stainless steel chimney liner designed to properly vent double gas appliances, upgrading existing connections for safety and code compliance, installing two double tee connections, and finishing everything with a stainless steel top plate and rain cap. They also handled flashing and waterproofing by installing aluminum flashing with ice shield underlayment, carefully removing shingles as needed, and waterproofing the exterior of the chimney to prevent future moisture issues. What stood out most was their professionalism and communication. They explained each step clearly, answered questions without rushing, and made sure I understood why certain upgrades were necessary. The workmanship looks excellent and very clean, especially considering the complexity of the job. Despite the rocky start, they ultimately delivered quality work and followed through when it mattered. The finished product looks great and gives me confidence that the system is safe and properly done.

I normally do food establishment reviews. Well to start off I seen Chimney Solutions ad on…read morefacebook. I decided to get a quote because my chimney was missing a lot of mortar between the bricks. The owner Ricardo Castillo came to inspect it. He's very professional from arriving on time to giving the quote. I'm very happy with their work ethics from protecting my property as well as my neighbors ( putting up tarps to make a tent over the chimney) the work is complete and I'm very happy from the start to finish of the job. The price was very reasonable as well. I highly recommend Chimney Solutions !!

Great service, very helpful and insightful management. Provided an excellent service and definitely…read morewould recommend! They are very responsive and accommodating. They have been my go-to for years for myself and my family.

Oscar and his team are amazing! He gave us several options to consider given the problems with our…read morechimney, and all estimates were quite reasonable. His team came out and - wow! - they set up scaffolding, covered our grill and outdoor furniture (to protect from mortar dust), ground out the old mortar, meticulously re-mortared the top section (yes, I climbed up to inspect closely), re-sealed the flu and cleaned up all in one day. The finished product looks great and, most important, no more backdraft! We couldn't be happier with the quality and pricing. Great job!!!

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. I found Oscar and the Quality 1st Maintenance team…read morethrough their amazing Google reviews, but what I got was 10x better than I ever could have imagined. I recently moved into a flip and, to both of our surprise, discovered feet of concrete and bricks stuffed in the middle of my chimney -- meaning my hot water heater and gas line weren't venting properly. Oscar and his team quite literally saved my life. When you buy a new home, you never know what surprises are waiting behind the walls. Oscar went above and beyond to make sure I was safe, that the job was done correctly, and that they'd leave with absolutely no trace they were ever there. Mid-project, they had to open a wall, and not only did they patch the drywall, but they painted it, too -- you'd never know it was touched. He took the time to explain everything in detail so I could actually understand the process, documented every step, and made me feel like a true partner in the project. One thing he said that really stuck with me was: "I know you own the house, but it's our fireplace now." That level of care and pride in his work says it all. Oscar is the definition of integrity, skill, and kindness. If you're lucky enough to get on his schedule, you're in the best hands possible. I can't recommend him highly enough.

My building has one of those flat roofs that turns into a swimming pool every time it rains. The…read moreprevious owner apparently loved cheap contractors because there were patches on top of patches everywhere. These guys came out, fixed the drainage issues, replaced a section of the membrane, and cleaned up years of bad work. First big storm after the repair I actually went upstairs to check because I was curious. Roof was dry. Hallway was dry. Ceiling was dry. Good enough for me!

## **Detailed Review of Royal Renovators (Experience from ~2023) **…read more My experience with Royal Renovators in 2023 was extremely disappointing, unprofessional, and ultimately costly. I normally don't leave reviews, but the level of incompetence and deception I encountered deserves to be shared so others can avoid the same situation. ### **1. Repeated Misdiagnoses and Unnecessary Charges** We originally contacted Royal Renovators because our roof was leaking. They came out twice and still couldn't identify the source of the problem. Each visit came with new explanations and new charges, none of which made sense in hindsight. Eventually, they claimed they had finally found the issue and charged us approximately **$4,800** for the repair. We trusted their assessment and paid, hoping the leak would finally be resolved. ### **2. Leak Still Present -- and More Confusion** The next time it rained, the leak was still there. Same spot, same issue. When we called them back, they used a drone to inspect the roof but still couldn't figure out what was wrong. Their uncertainty was alarming. We ended up using **our own drone**, and we were the ones who actually located the problem area. When we pointed it out to them, they insisted the leak was coming from the chimney area -- which was completely incorrect. At that point, it was obvious they were guessing, not diagnosing. ### **3. The Skylight Disaster** While they were assessing the roof leak, we made the mistake of agreeing to have a skylight installed at the same time. That turned out to be another huge error. The skylight they installed looks like a **DIY project**, not professional work. It has a **constant draft**, and when the weather gets cold, the draft is unbearable. It's clear they had no idea what they were doing, and the workmanship reflects that. Instead of adding value to our home, the skylight became another problem we had to live with. ### **4. Lack of Professionalism and Skill** Between the misdiagnosed leak, the sloppy skylight installation, and the inconsistent explanations, it became clear that the workers and foremen lacked the knowledge and professionalism expected from a roofing company. Their priority seemed to be collecting payments, not fixing the actual issues. ### **5. A Competent Company Fixed Everything** We finally decided to get a second opinion and found **2BQ Roofing**. The difference was immediate. They assessed the roof and instantly identified the real issue -- something Royal Renovators failed to do after multiple visits and thousands of dollars. 2BQ Roofing fixed the problem correctly, and here we are **three years later with not a single drop of water**. That alone speaks volumes. ### **6. Final Thoughts** I would never recommend Royal Renovators to anyone. Their service was unprofessional, their workers were incompetent, and their repeated misdiagnoses cost us time, stress, and money. The skylight installation was just the final confirmation that they were not capable of doing the job. If you're looking for a roofing company that actually knows what they're doing, skip Royal Renovators entirely. Our experience with them was a complete waste, and the only real solution came from hiring a different company.