Fireplace Renovation – Water Damage Recovery + Full Rebuild

From Water Damage to a Restored, Modern Fireplace

This fireplace renovation wasn’t just cosmetic — it started as a response to an exterior water leak that had caused structural and finish damage to the hearth and firebox surround. The client also wanted to upgrade the aesthetics while resolving the underlying damage.

We stripped out the old finish materials, resized the firebox opening, installed a new insert, and framed a custom surround. The new mantle was wired with a recessed outlet and finished clean to match the updated look of the living room.

Scope of Work

Removed all damaged finish materials from previous leak

Corrected firebox opening to fit the client’s new fireplace insert

Rebuilt hearth structure with proper clearances

Installed new hearth finish and heat-safe surround materials

Reinstalled fireplace insert

Framed and trimmed a new custom mantle with built-in outlet

Completed all finish carpentry and surface cleanup

Estimated Labor Range

This job involved careful rebuild work and custom trim.

Estimated Labor Cost: $5,000 – $10,000

Labor included demolition, framing adjustment, surround installation, electrical prep for the outlet, and clean finish work.
Fireplace insert and finish materials were client-provided.

Timeline

Duration: 1–2 weeks

No delays — all material selections were finalized early, and framing/electrical passed inspection on first review.

Have a Damaged Fireplace — or Just Want to Update the Look?

Whether you’re fixing a problem or refreshing your living room, we’ll walk you through the structure, insert options, and finish work involved. You’ll know what to expect before the first nail is pulled.