Remodeling covers everything from a simple mantel replacement and painted brick to a full surround reface in stone, tile, or plaster, plus lowering or removing a raised hearth where the room calls for it. It does not require rebuilding the firebox or chimney behind it unless an inspection turns up an actual problem there.
The most common DFW remodel requests we get
Brass and glass door removal
Swapping dated brass trim and smoked glass for a cleaner, more modern opening.
Hearth modification
Lowering a raised 1980s hearth to a flush or low profile more in line with current trends.
Full surround reface
New stone, tile, or venetian plaster over existing brick, transforming the look entirely.
Mantel replacement
A new wood, stone, or floating mantel to update scale and style.
What a remodel involves
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to open up the wall or chimney for a remodel?
Usually not. Most remodels work with the existing firebox opening and flue, updating the surround, hearth, and mantel around it rather than the structure itself.
Can you lower a raised brick hearth?
Yes, this is one of our more requested updates, and it is very doable, though it involves removing and rebuilding the hearth structure to the new height.
How long does a typical remodel take?
It depends on scope, a mantel swap can be a single day, while a full surround reface with hearth modification typically takes several days including material curing time.
Will you tell me if my chimney needs repair before remodeling?
Yes, always. We check the underlying structure first and will flag anything worth addressing before we put new finish materials over it.