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Franzen Construction Group LLC

Urbana, IL

A family owned business since 1943, Franzen Construction Group LLC has been providing the Champaign area with quality demolition and excavation services ever since. Not just... more

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Gopher Excavating & Septic

Paris, IL

As a family-owned business for over 30 years, we are driven to provide exceptional chimney removal service for both our residential and commercial customers. We work... more

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Starks Excavating Inc

Champaign, IL

We began as a one man service with a small backhoe in 1946 under the leadership of Lyle Stark. Today, we are one of the region’... more

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Chimney Removal Tips for Broadlands, IL

How does chimney removal work?

There are two main parts of a chimney—the chimney stack and the chimney breast. The chimney stack is the part of the chimney that extends above the roof—the part visible from outside the home. The chimney breast is the part of the chimney that is visible from within the home.

Partial and complete chimney removal both involve removing the chimney stack, but only complete chimney removal involves removing the chimney breast too. Both methods have their pros and cons, so you will have to compare them to determine which removal method is best for you.

Could I remove my chimney myself?

It is much safer and more efficient to hire a professional to remove your chimney.

Handling chimney removal yourself is more likely to lead to structural damage to the roof/home and could lead to serious injury.

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