Affordable Free Standing Fireplace Installation & Repairs Services
Freestanding wood stoves installed in Oranjezicht family homes, with a cowl chosen to cope with the south-easter coming off the mountain.
Fireplace, braai and chimney services for Oranjezicht homes, from early 1900s houses near De Waal Park to modern renovations higher up towards the mountain. We plan for the tablecloth wind, the steep streets and the character of each house.
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Oranjezicht has a mix of family homes, period houses and apartments, so the right fireplace varies a lot. Choose a service below and send photos so we can quote accurately.
Freestanding wood stoves installed in Oranjezicht family homes, with a cowl chosen to cope with the south-easter coming off the mountain.
Inserts and built-in units for the original fireplaces in older Oranjezicht houses, with liners fitted to make old flues safe.
Wall-mounted gas and electric fireplaces for Oranjezicht apartments and modern extensions.
Built-in and freestanding braais for Oranjezicht gardens, stoeps and pool areas.
Gas braai installation and conversions in Oranjezicht, completed with a compliant gas line and Certificate of Compliance.
Pizza ovens and outdoor cooking areas for Oranjezicht gardens with mountain views.
Chimney sweeping and repairs across Oranjezicht. A yearly sweep removes soot and nests and picks up cracked brickwork before winter.
Oranjezicht runs up from Mill Street and De Waal Park to the edge of the mountain, and it sits directly below where the south-easter spills over Table Mountain as the famous tablecloth. Those downslope gusts can be strong in summer and can force smoke back down a chimney that is too short or has the wrong cowl. We assess the wind exposure on each roof and choose a cowl and flue height that keep the fire drawing.
Many Oranjezicht homes date from the early twentieth century and still have their original chimneys, while others are newer houses with flat or low-pitched roofs. Each needs a different approach. Older stacks usually need lining, and on flat roofs we make sure the flue clears the parapet and any nearby walls by a safe margin.
A closed-combustion fireplace is a big step up from an old open grate in an Oranjezicht home, giving more heat with less wood and less smoke. Our freestanding closed-combustion range from R7,490, with models for small studies right up to open-plan lounges.
Gas fireplaces suit busy Oranjezicht households that want warmth at the push of a button. There is no ash or wood to handle. We install the gas supply and issue a Certificate of Compliance for every job.
If you live in one of the apartment blocks in Oranjezicht or cannot add a flue, bio-ethanol and electric fireplaces are a simple, flue-free option.
Oranjezicht homes tend to have proper gardens and stoeps, often with views up to the mountain or out over the city. We build wood braais in brick, stone or plaster, fit gas braais for quick cooking, and add pizza ovens for families who entertain. Because the south-easter can be gusty here, we plan the braai position and hood so smoke blows away from the seating area.
| 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 |
Chimney lining, tall flues for wind-exposed roofs, flat-roof parapet work and heritage-sensitive installations are quoted after the site visit. Find out more on our fireplace installation Cape Town page, which covers Oranjezicht too.
Tell us your street and what you would like done, from a new fireplace to a braai or chimney repair. If your home is older or in a heritage area, mention it so we can plan the right approach.
Call +27 73 209 3004The tablecloth wind drops down the mountain onto Oranjezicht and can push air back down a short flue. A taller flue or a better cowl usually fixes it. We confirm the cause on site before recommending work.
In most cases yes. The opening is measured for an insert and the old chimney is lined so it draws and seals properly. We inspect the stack first.
Some Oranjezicht properties fall within a heritage protection overlay zone, which can affect changes visible from the street. Using an existing chimney often avoids the issue. We advise checking with the City if a new external flue is planned.
Yes. The flue must rise well above the roof and any parapet or nearby wall so it draws properly. We work out the height and fixings during the site assessment.
We sweep the flue, check the pots, cowl and brickwork, and tell you about any repairs needed. Doing it before winter gives time to fix problems before you need the fire.
Yes. Alongside Oranjezicht we work across Gardens, Vredehoek, Tamboerskloof, Higgovale and Devil's Peak Estate.