Fireplace Restoration & Hearth Extensions
You may not need to remove the fireplace. You may need to rethink what surrounds it. Rodak can help update dated brick or masonry through new facing materials, hearth modifications and architectural enhancements.
Updated Without Starting Over
In many cases, the existing fireplace structure is sound—it's the facing and hearth that are dated. Restoration lets you keep what works and transform what doesn't.
Dated Brick Ages the Whole Room
Old red brick or worn surround materials can make a room feel stuck in a previous decade—even when everything else is updated.
You don't always need to tear it out. New facing materials and hearth modifications can transform the look while keeping the structure.
Update the Look, Keep the Structure
Rodak can help update dated brick or masonry through a range of restoration approaches.
New Facing Materials
Stone or veneer over existing brick to transform the look.
Hearth Modifications
Extend or reshape the hearth in stone, concrete or tile.
Architectural Enhancements
Add detailing, mantels and surround treatments.
Brick Cleaning & Repair
Clean and repair existing brick where it's worth keeping.
Mantel Integration
New mantels that fit the updated design.
Modern Stone Treatments
Contemporary stone finishes for a modern look.
Restoration Done to Last
Restoration work still needs proper substrate preparation and bonding. New facing over old brick has to be done correctly or it will separate over time with seasonal humidity and temperature changes.
- Assessment of existing substrate condition
- Proper surface preparation for new veneer
- Correct bonding and mechanical attachment
- Hearth clearance and code considerations
- Detailing at all transitions
From Dated to Updated
Meet On Site
Show us what you're considering. We'll look at the property, listen to what you want, and talk through possible solutions.
Get Your Estimate
We'll define the scope and help you understand what goes into the project—materials, preparation, and timeline.
Execute the Plan
Once everything is agreed upon, we build it—with attention to the details that make the finished project work and last.
See What We've Built
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does fireplace restoration cost?
Fireplace restoration and refacing typically ranges from $3,000 to $12,000+ depending on materials, scope and whether the hearth is modified. We provide detailed estimates after seeing the fireplace.
Can you cover existing brick with stone?
In most cases, yes. Existing brick can often serve as a substrate for stone veneer with proper preparation. We assess each fireplace during the on-site visit to confirm.
How long does fireplace restoration take?
Most restoration projects take 2-5 days depending on scope. Hearth extensions and full refacing take longer than facing-only updates.
What makes a fireplace look dated?
Common culprits are old red brick, builder-grade drywall surrounds, outdated mantels and worn tile hearths. New stone facing, an updated hearth and a modern mantel can transform the look without replacing the fireplace.
We thought we had to tear the whole fireplace out. Rodak showed us we could reface it instead—saved us thousands and the result is stunning.
Alex Ranieri
Maple Grove, MN · Fireplace Restoration
Show Us Your Dated Fireplace
Bring us a photo. We'll tell you whether it's a restoration candidate or a full replacement—and what each option costs.