Custom Brick Fireplaces in Orlando, FL

We create custom brick fireplaces in Orlando, FL that become the centerpiece of your home. Whether you want a traditional indoor hearth or a modern outdoor fireplace, our masons design and build to your style. Every fireplace is constructed with proper venting, firebrick, and materials for safe, long lasting use.

Premier Masonry Orlando provides professional brick fireplace throughout Orlando, FL and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call (321) 364-3299 or request your free quote.

Custom Brick Fireplaces Built for Orlando Homes

A brick fireplace should feel like it belongs in your home, not like it was dropped in from a catalog. At Premier Masonry Orlando, we design and build brick fireplaces that match the way you actually live in Central Florida. That means planning for more visual warmth than constant heating, choosing materials that stand up to our humidity, and integrating the fireplace into your existing layout instead of fighting it.

We start by walking your space with you. For indoor fireplaces, we look at wall structure, floor type, ceiling height, and how traffic moves through the room. For outdoor brick fireplaces in lanais or by pools, we check wind direction, roof lines, and how often you cook or entertain outside. We measure clearances to furniture, TVs, and windows so you know exactly how the finished fireplace will sit in the room.

From there, we talk through how you want to use the fireplace. Some Orlando homeowners want a traditional wood burning look for a few cool evenings a year. Others prefer the convenience of gas or a ventless system that is mainly for ambiance. Premier Masonry Orlando coordinates with licensed gas installers or electricians when needed, so your masonry and utilities work together safely and cleanly.

Design Options: From Classic Brick to Modern Features

The look of your brick fireplace is driven by three core choices: brick type, pattern, and the design of the surround and mantel. We source clay brick in a variety of tones that suit Central Florida homes, from soft coastal grays and whites to classic reds and darker, more rustic blends that look at home in older Orlando neighborhoods.

Patterns matter as much as color. Running bond is clean and simple and works well in newer builds around Lake Nona or Horizon West. Herringbone, often used in the firebox back wall, adds subtle texture without overwhelming the room. Stack bond or soldier courses can frame a TV niche or mantel to create a more modern, structured feel.

Surround and mantel design is where we tailor the fireplace to your style. You might choose a full height brick surround to the ceiling for a bold focal wall, a half height brick wainscot with drywall above, or a brick fireplace with a contrasting wood or stone mantel. Premier Masonry Orlando also designs raised hearths you can sit on, flush hearths that keep floors feeling open, and corner units when wall space is tight. All details are drawn to scale so you know what you are getting before we ever set the first brick.

How We Build a Brick Fireplace, Step by Step

A solid brick fireplace is more than what you see on the surface. Our crews follow a detailed build process that protects your home and delivers a fireplace that lasts.

First, we protect adjacent finishes. Floors are covered with rigid board and drop cloths, nearby walls and trim are masked, and dust barriers are set up if we are working inside an occupied home. Anything that needs to move, from ceiling fans to baseboards, is removed and labeled.

Next, we build or verify the foundation. For outdoor fireplaces or new indoor hearths, we pour or confirm a concrete footing that can carry the weight of the brick and any chimney structure. In many slab on grade Orlando homes, we cut and pin into the existing slab so the new hearth is locked in structurally.

Then we set the firebox and structure. For wood burning units, we either build a full masonry firebox with firebrick and refractory mortar or install a UL listed firebox that is then wrapped in brick. Gas or electric units are framed as required by the manufacturer, then we anchor metal lath and scratch coat to receive brick veneer. Throughout this stage we maintain required clearances to combustibles, plan for mantels and TVs, and install flue or vent components where needed.

Only after the structure is sound do we lay the face brick. We snap layout lines, dry lay key areas like corners and arch tops, then set brick with mortar joints sized to match your chosen style. Joints are tooled for a consistent appearance and to shed soot and dust easily. Finally we clean the brick with appropriate masonry cleaners, not harsh acids that damage the surface, and seal where recommended for your specific brick and location.

Local Codes, Safety, and What Orlando Homeowners Should Know

Fireplace work is regulated, even in a warm market like Orlando. Premier Masonry Orlando is familiar with local building codes and common requirements in Orange County, Seminole County, and surrounding jurisdictions. This includes clearances from combustibles, hearth extension dimensions, venting requirements, and seismic and wind considerations for outdoor chimneys.

Indoors, we verify that wall framing and headers can handle any added weight. Many production homes here use lightweight framing that cannot simply have a full masonry chimney stacked on it. When needed, we design a brick veneer system that gives you the look of full brick without overloading the structure, or we coordinate with a structural engineer for framing upgrades.

Outdoors, we design freestanding and attached brick fireplaces to handle Florida wind uplift and driving rain. That means reinforced block cores behind brick in taller structures, stainless steel anchors and ties in coastal influenced areas, and properly flashed interfaces where the fireplace meets stucco, siding, or screen enclosures.

We also talk candidly about venting and indoor air quality. Traditional open wood burning systems are less common in newer Orlando homes because of energy codes and air concerns. In many cases, a sealed gas unit with a brick surround gives you the visual effect you want with fewer restrictions and easier inspections.

Cost Drivers and Honest Estimates for Brick Fireplaces

No two brick fireplace projects are priced the same, and we are transparent about why. The main cost drivers are size and height of the surround or chimney, whether the unit is wood, gas, or electric, brick type, and how much demolition or structural modification is required.

Indoor renovations where we remove an old builder grade surround and build a new brick face typically fall on the lower end because we are not pouring new foundations or full chimneys. New outdoor fireplaces with a tall chimney, integrated wood storage, or a combined grill station involve more materials and reinforcing, which increases cost.

Brick selection also affects price. Standard modular bricks in common colors are the most economical. Tumbled or handmade bricks, custom color blends, or unusual sizes cost more per unit and require more layout time. Complex patterns like full field herringbone or arches around firebox openings add labor but can dramatically upgrade the look.

Before you commit, Premier Masonry Orlando provides a written scope that separates masonry labor, materials, and any allowances for mantel pieces, hearth slabs, or specialty components. If other trades are needed, like a gas fitter or electrician, we either coordinate with your preferred contractor or bring in our regular partners so you see the full picture before work starts.

Common Fireplace Problems We Fix and How We Approach Repairs

Many Orlando homeowners call us not for a new fireplace, but because their existing brick fireplace has problems. We see recurring issues such as loose bricks, cracking mortar joints, stained faces, smoke staining above the opening, or outdoor fireplaces that hold water after heavy summer storms.

For structural issues, we assess whether the problem is movement, water entry, or poor original construction. Loose or spalled brick is carefully removed and replaced with brick that matches in size and texture. Mortar joints are ground out to a controlled depth and repointed with a mortar that matches both color and hardness so repairs blend and do not stress surrounding brick.

Water issues are common in Florida. On outdoor fireplaces, we often add proper caps, seal crown surfaces, rework flashing at roof intersections, and install weep systems or drip edges so water can exit instead of soaking into the structure. On interior brick, we identify sources of moisture such as leaky chase covers or negative pressure in tight homes that pulls humid air into the firebox.

For aesthetic updates, we can adjust the profile of an existing hearth, add or modify a brick mantel, or reface over dated tile or stone with new brick veneer. Where paint or whitewash has been applied, we discuss realistic expectations about stripping or working over the surface. The goal is a safe, functional, and cohesive fireplace, not just a quick cosmetic fix.

Why Work With Premier Masonry Orlando for Your Brick Fireplace

Choosing a mason for a brick fireplace is not the same as hiring someone for a garden wall. Fireplaces combine weight, heat, and your main living space, so both technical and aesthetic skills matter. Premier Masonry Orlando focuses specifically on residential masonry details, which means our crews are used to working inside finished homes, protecting your property, and coordinating with interior finishes.

We bring knowledge of Orlando style trends to the design conversation. In newer subdivisions, we frequently integrate brick fireplaces with built in media walls and low profile hearths so the space feels open and modern. In older neighborhoods like College Park or Conway, we often match existing brick, joint tooling, and proportions so an addition looks like it has always been there.

During the project, you have a single point of contact who knows masonry, not just scheduling. We provide realistic timelines that account for curing time, inspections, rain delays in the summer, and lead times on specialty brick. Our goal is to hand you a brick fireplace that looks right on day one and stands up to use, humidity, and style changes for decades.

If you are considering a new brick fireplace or an upgrade to what you have now, we can walk you through practical options, show you brick samples in your actual lighting, and provide a clear plan from first layout line to final cleanup.