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Fireplace, Braai & Chimney Services in Mouille Point

Mouille Point is mostly apartment blocks along Beach Road, between the Green Point Lighthouse and Granger Bay. We help residents add a fireplace or braai that suits sectional title living, and we service and sweep chimneys where they exist.

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All our services in Mouille Point

Pick a service below. In Mouille Point most work happens in apartments, so tell us the floor, the parking situation and any building rules.

Affordable Free Standing Fireplace Installation & Repairs Services

Affordable Free Standing Fireplace Installation & Repairs Services

Freestanding closed-combustion fireplaces for the Mouille Point houses and top-floor units that have a workable roof flue route.

Reliable Insert / Built-in Fireplace Installation & Repairs Services

Reliable Insert / Built-in Fireplace Installation & Repairs Services

Inserts fitted into existing fireplaces in older Mouille Point buildings, with chimney checks and relining where needed.

Quality Wall-Mounted Fireplace Installation & Repairs Services

Quality Wall-Mounted Fireplace Installation & Repairs Services

Wall-mounted gas and electric fireplaces, the most practical choice for Mouille Point apartments facing the promenade.

Affordable Free Standing / Built-In Braai Installation & Repairs Services

Affordable Free Standing / Built-In Braai Installation & Repairs Services

Braais for Mouille Point balconies, penthouse terraces and ground-floor courtyards, matched to your building's rules.

Reliable Gas Braai Installation & Conversion Services

Reliable Gas Braai Installation & Conversion Services

Gas braai installation and conversions for Mouille Point apartments, with a Certificate of Compliance issued on completion.

Outdoor Cooking & Pizza Oven Installation Services

Outdoor Cooking & Pizza Oven Installation Services

Pizza ovens and outdoor cooking for Mouille Point rooftop terraces where the structure and building rules allow.

Chimney Sweeping & Maintenance

Chimney Sweeping & Maintenance

Chimney sweeping, inspection and repairs in Mouille Point. Salt corrosion and damp from the sea mist are the issues we see most.

Mouille Point Apartments, Sea Mist and Salt Air

Mouille Point lines the promenade on Beach Road, facing the open Atlantic beside the Green Point Lighthouse, and almost all homes here are apartments. That means most fireplace and braai projects come down to what the building allows: whether a flue can run through an outside wall, whether gas is permitted on balconies, and what the body corporate needs to approve.

Sitting right on the shoreline, Mouille Point gets sea mist rolling in, along with salt spray and strong winds in summer and winter. Exterior vents and terminals need to be marine-grade stainless steel, and balcony braais and gas fittings should be checked and cleaned regularly to stop corrosion.

Addressing Deteriorating Mortar Joints

Wood, Gas & Bio-Ethanol Fireplace Options in Mouille Point

Wood Fireplaces

Wood burning suits the few Mouille Point houses and top-floor units with a direct route through the roof. Where that applies, our freestanding closed-combustion range from R7,490 gives efficient, cleaner heat than an open fire.

Gas Fireplaces

Gas is often the best fit in Mouille Point. Balanced-flue models vent through an outside wall, so no chimney is needed, and you get instant heat at the press of a button. Every gas installation includes a Certificate of Compliance, which most body corporates ask for.

Bio-Ethanol and Electric

Bio-ethanol and electric fireplaces need no venting or building alterations, making them the simplest option for most Mouille Point apartments.

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Mouille Point Braais for Balconies and Penthouse Terraces

Many Mouille Point apartments have a balcony or terrace looking across the ocean towards Robben Island. Gas braais are the most common choice because many buildings restrict charcoal and wood, and they are quick and clean to use. On larger penthouse terraces we can install built-in braais or pizza ovens once the structure and building rules are confirmed.

Our Fireplace Installation Process in Mouille Point

  1. Consultation. Send photos of the room or balcony and details of the building. We give advice and a quote, usually the same day.
  2. Product selection. We recommend units that suit apartment living, with the venting and finish your building will accept.
  3. Site assessment. We confirm lift access, the loading bay or parking on Beach Road, venting through outside walls and any contractor rules set by the building.
  4. Professional installation. We install to SANS requirements, protect common areas and keep noise and dust to a minimum.
  5. Handover. We test the unit, explain how to use and care for it in a salty environment, and leave the apartment clean.
Installation Process: Freestanding vs Built-In Fireplaces

Fireplace & Braai Installation Prices in Mouille Point (2026)

Installation labour, freestanding unit, single-storey R3,500 to R4,800
Freestanding fireplace installation incl. flue R6,000 to R18,000
Built-in / insert installation R18,000 to R45,000
Gas installation incl. gas line + CoC R12,000 to R35,000
Built-in braai installation quoted on design

Venting through exterior walls, work in high-rise buildings and penthouse terrace installs are quoted after the site visit. Full price details are on our fireplace installation Cape Town page.

Our Recent Projects in Mouille Point

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Plan the work with us

Tell us your building, floor and the work you have in mind. Let us know any body corporate rules or approvals, and we will plan the install around them.

Call +27 73 209 3004

Mouille Point Fireplace, Braai & Chimney FAQs

What type of fireplace can I have in a Mouille Point apartment?

Electric, bio-ethanol and balanced-flue gas fireplaces are the usual options, since few apartments have a chimney. We check the layout and your building's rules and recommend what will work.

Do Mouille Point body corporates allow gas fireplaces?

Many do, provided the installation is done properly and certified. We supply product details for the trustees and issue a Certificate of Compliance when the work is complete.

Can I braai on my Mouille Point balcony?

That depends on your building's conduct rules, which often allow gas braais but not wood or charcoal. Once that is confirmed, we install the braai and gas line safely.

How do I stop salt damage on gas fittings in Mouille Point?

Use marine-grade materials where possible, and clean and inspect fittings regularly. We check regulators, hoses and vents during service visits and replace anything that has corroded.

Are bio-ethanol fireplaces safe in a Mouille Point flat?

Yes, when used as directed in a room with reasonable ventilation. They need no flue and give a real flame, and we explain safe refuelling at handover.

Do you also work in Green Point, Three Anchor Bay and Sea Point?

Yes. We work across Green Point, Three Anchor Bay, Sea Point and the rest of the Atlantic Seaboard.

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