Dryer Vent Problems In The New Year?
The new year is upon us, so now is the time to resolve to keep up on you home appliance inspections and maintenance. Appliances make our lives so much easier. However, convenience can sometimes come with a little risk as well. When you use your clothes dryer, you are...What Makes Creosote So Dangerous?
With fuel and gas prices on the rise, it’s no wonder that the use of alternative heating fuel sources are also on the rise. Wood burning appliances (e.g. wood burning stoves and prefabricated fireplaces) are more efficient and easy to use than ever. Plus, the home...Our Professional Crown Repair & Rebuilds
Moisture causes a lot of chimney issues including cracked bricks, crumbling mortar, masonry stains, and unpleasant smells, just to name a few. Fortunately, when your chimney was first constructed, there were mechanisms put in place to help prevent water from intruding...Relinings Aren’t Just For Chimneys!
Leonard and Son’s is Chicagoland’s top choice for chimney repair and masonry projects. However, because of our high quality workmanship, there was a demand for us to expand our knowledge and expertise to other home heating related projects as well. That’s why we also...We Do Custom Building Projects!
Leonard & Sons is well known for being Chicagoland’s finest chimney, fireplace, and ventilation experts. However, we also like to extend our masonry knowledge to other non-chimney related projects as well. Because people are so impressed with our chimney and...Fall Checklist For Your Home
Fall is a time for watching the leaves change, apple picking, pumpkins, and Thanksgiving. However, fall is also the perfect time to wrap up your summer projects and get your home ready for winter. At Leonard and Sons, we’re all about chimneys and masonry projects, and...Are Chimney Liners Necessary?
There are many safety components put in place in your chimney system. These safety components range from devices that keep debris out of your chimney to construction methods designed to keep moisture from infiltrating your masonry. All safety components in your...
We Offer Gas Log Service and Installation
A fireplace is a wonderful investment that can add warmth and joy to your home. Nothing beats sitting around a fire on a cold winter night while enjoying some family time. Most people love the idea of adding a fireplace to their home. However, some people are also a...