Custom Fireplace Installation — Kingsport, Johnson City & Bristol, TN
A fireplace does more than heat a room — it defines it. Whether you’re adding a wood-burning focal point to your living room, building an outdoor fireplace for your patio, or restoring an existing masonry firebox that has seen better days, Hudson Stoneworks & Masonry brings the skill and experience to do it right. We design and build custom fireplaces throughout the Tri-Cities area of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
Fireplace Services We Provide
Every fireplace project is different. We work through the details with you from the start — fuel type, size, surround materials, mantle options, and how the finished fireplace fits your space:
- New masonry fireplace construction — traditional wood-burning fireplaces built to Rumford or standard proportions from brick, block, stone, or a combination
- Outdoor fireplace and fire pit construction — freestanding outdoor fireplaces built with natural stone, manufactured stone veneer, or brick to match or complement your home’s exterior
- Fireplace surround and hearth work — stone or brick surround, raised hearths, and decorative facing installed around existing fireplace openings
- Firebox repair and rebuilding — cracked refractory panels, damaged firebrick, eroded mortar joints, and spalled firebox walls repaired or rebuilt
- Fireplace opening modifications — resizing a fireplace opening to improve draft, accommodate an insert, or change the visual proportions
- Masonry fireplace restoration — cleaning, repointing, facing upgrades, and crown repairs on older fireplaces
Indoor and Outdoor Fireplaces Built for Northeast Tennessee
Outdoor fireplaces are one of the most popular additions we build in the Kingsport and Johnson City area. The Tri-Cities climate — with cool spring and fall evenings and cold winters — makes an outdoor fireplace genuinely usable eight months of the year. We pair them with patios, outdoor kitchens, and retaining walls for complete backyard living spaces.
For indoor fireplaces, we work from scratch or upgrade what’s already there. A lot of older homes in Sullivan and Washington County have dated brick fireplaces that functionally work fine but look like they belong in 1985. A stone or stacked-slate surround, a new hearth, and a wood or stone mantle can completely transform the room without a gut renovation.
We serve Kingsport, Johnson City, Bristol, Blountville, Bluff City, Gray, Church Hill, Rogersville, Mount Carmel, Duffield VA, and Gate City VA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a custom masonry fireplace cost in the Tri-Cities?
Pricing depends heavily on size, materials, and complexity. A basic brick indoor fireplace with a standard surround typically starts in the $3,000–$6,000 range. Custom stone fireplaces, outdoor fireplaces, and elaborate surround work can run $6,000–$15,000 or more depending on stone selection and scope. The best way to get an accurate number is a free on-site estimate — contact us and we’ll come take a look at your space.
What’s the difference between a masonry fireplace and a prefab fireplace?
A masonry fireplace is built brick-by-brick or stone-by-stone on site — it’s a permanent structural element. Prefab fireplaces use a factory-built steel firebox inserted into a framed chase. Masonry fireplaces last the life of the house and can be repaired; prefab units have a 20–30 year lifespan and typically need full replacement when they fail. If you want something that will outlast the rest of the house, masonry is the answer.
Can you build a fireplace on an existing patio or deck area?
Yes — outdoor fireplaces on existing patios or new patio builds are one of our most common projects. The key considerations are footing requirements (outdoor fireplaces need their own concrete footing independent of the patio slab), clearance from structures, and local code. We handle all of that and can often tie the fireplace into a new patio project for a complete outdoor living space.
Get a Free Fireplace Estimate in the Tri-Cities
Ready to add a custom fireplace to your home or outdoor space? Call Hudson Stoneworks & Masonry at (423) 502-1968 or request a free estimate online. We serve the entire Tri-Cities area of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
