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Fireplace Renovation & Remodelling in Victoria, BC
At Lennox Masonry, we specialize in fireplace construction, renovation, and remodelling for homes throughout Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay, Fairfield, James Bay, Langford, Esquimalt, and Duncan, BC. Fireplaces are often the heart of a home—they’re where families gather for warmth, conversation, and seasonal celebrations—so we treat every fireplace project as both a design opportunity and a structural masonry task that must be done safely and correctly.
Whether you’re living with an outdated brick box in the corner of your living room, considering converting a wood‑burning fireplace to gas, or planning a whole‑new stone fireplace as part of a renovation, our masonry team can help you create a feature that feels intentional, timeless, and in keeping with your home’s character.
Why Fireplace Renovation Matters
An old or poorly maintained fireplace isn’t just a “dull feature”; it can affect:
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Energy efficiency and comfort: A well‑built hearth and properly sealed opening help retain heat and reduce drafts.
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Safety: Loose brick, deteriorating mortar, cracked surrounds, or incorrect flue transitions increase the risk of smoke, heat, or gases escaping into the home.
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Resale appeal and value: A thoughtfully renovated or newly built fireplace is a strong selling point, especially in Victoria’s heritage‑and‑cottage‑heavy market.
By updating your existing fireplace or building a new one, you can turn an underwhelming focal point into the centrepiece of your living room, dining area, or family room.
New Fireplaces & Full‑Build Projects
If your home currently doesn’t have a fireplace, or if you’re redesigning an entire room as part of a renovation, we can build a new fireplace from the ground up. Our new‑fireplace work includes:
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Constructing the firebox, hearth, and chimney connection using durable brick, stone, or a combination of materials.
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Designing a custom stone or brick surround that complements your home’s architecture and interior finishes (e.g., dark stone for a modern home, warm brick for a heritage‑style house).
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Integrating the fireplace with the existing chimney or new flue system so it meets all safety and local‑code requirements.
We coordinate with your builder, designer, and any gas‑ or wood‑burning appliance supplier to ensure the fireplace looks great and functions safely for decades.
Fireplaces are a central feature in any home. They are where most families gather for entertainment and warmth. As such an important focal point, we always recommend that you make your fireplace as aesthetically pleasing as possible.
Whether you're converting your wood burning fireplace to gas and need some minor adjustments made, or your fireplace requires a complete overhaul, Lennox Masonry of Victoria, BC has converted and rebuilt hundreds of fireplaces over the years. We can reface your current fireplace or completely remodel it from the floor up.
Fireplace Conversion: Wood‑Burning to Gas
Many homeowners in Victoria and Duncan want the look and feel of a fireplace without the mess and maintenance of wood‑burning systems. We regularly help clients convert wood‑burning fireplaces to gas while keeping or enhancing the existing masonry face.
This type of project typically involves:
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Assessing the existing fireplace opening, flue, and chimney to confirm suitability for gas inserts or gas‑fireplace systems.
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Adjusting the opening size, hearth level, and framing as needed so the new gas unit fits properly and looks integrated into the masonry.
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Rebuilding or re‑facing the surround, hearth, and mantel in stone or brick so the converted fireplace looks like it was always part of the home.
Our goal is for the finished fireplace to tell viewers that this is a designed feature, not an afterthought.
Refacing & Remodelling Existing Brick Fireplaces
If you already have a brick fireplace that feels dated, bulky, or out of proportion with your room, we can reface or remodel it without tearing everything down. Common options include:
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Brick veneer refacing: Adding a new layer of brick over the existing structure for a cleaner, more modern look.
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Stone‑veneer refacing: Covering the brick surround with natural or manufactured stone to create a warm, textured focal point.
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Partial rebuilds: Removing only the upper surround or mantel and rebuilding it in matching stone or brick.
Because brick is a coarse and porous material, it’s actually quite straightforward to apply new brick or stone veneer over it—if done with the correct mortar and substrate preparation. This makes fireplace remodelling one of the more cost‑effective ways to dramatically change a room’s appearance.
Interior vs. Exterior Fireplaces
We work on both indoor residential fireplaces and outdoor stone fireplaces or fire pits that extend your living space into the yard year‑round.
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Interior fireplaces are built or renovated with safety, flue performance, and indoor air quality as top priorities.
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Exterior stone fireplaces and fire pits focus on using weather‑resistant stone and proper drainage so they age gracefully in the wet, coastal climate of Victoria and Duncan.
Whether the fireplace is inside your living room or on an outdoor patio or terrace, we aim to make it look like a permanent, built‑in feature rather than a bolt‑on appliance.
Working With Lennox Masonry on Your Fireplace Project
From the very first conversation, we treat your fireplace as a joint design and structural project:
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Consultation & assessment: We review your existing fireplace (if any), the room layout, and your goals (e.g., gas conversion, stone veneer, full‑build fireplace).
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Design ideas & materials: We walk you through options for stone, brick, hearth shape, and mantel style so the fireplace fits your home’s era and your personal taste.
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Quote & timeline: We provide a clear, no‑pressure quote and an estimated timeline so you can plan around your renovation or busy season.
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Installation with minimal disruption: We protect your floors and furniture, keep the workspace tidy, and complete the job with careful attention to clean lines and finished joints.
If you’d like to discuss building a new fireplace, converting a wood‑burning fireplace to gas, or remodelling an existing brick fireplace in Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay, Langford, Esquimalt, or Duncan, contact Lennox Masonry today for an on‑site consultation and quote.