Authentic Fireplaces Inc

Licensed general contractor, masonry contractor in San Diego, California

CSLB licence active3.9(11 reviews)

Authentic Fireplaces Inc holds CSLB licence 671439, active, licensed since 18 May 1993, rated 3.9 from 11 Google reviews. Bonded for $25,000 with American Contractors Indemnity Company. Clean CSLB record, with no citations, complaints or legal actions disclosed.

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Report card

  • Licence activeCSLB #671439, class B, C29. Issued 18 May 1993, expires 30 Sep 2028.
  • Licensed 33 yrsSince 18 May 1993.
  • Bonded$25,000 with American Contractors Indemnity Company, since 1 Jan 2023. California requires the same $25,000 bond of every contractor.
  • Workers' comp insuredState Compensation Insurance Fund, policy 9256944, valid to 1 Jul 2027.
  • Clean CSLB recordNo citations, complaints or legal actions disclosed.CSLB record
  • BBB AccreditedIts BBB rating, complaints and reviews are on its Better Business Bureau profile.BBB profile Complaints Reviews

Checked against the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) register on 4 Nov 2026.

About Authentic Fireplaces Inc

People on the licence
James Noel Crawford (qualifier, CEO and president), Karen Ann Crawford (officer)

Google reviews

3.9(11 reviews)
Aviv Levy★★★★★ a year agoView on Google

Jim is a master of his craft. He is the most professional contractor I have ever worked with. His knowledge is extensive. If you are patient with him communication style, rest assured he and his crew will give you the attention you deserve when it comes time for them to work on your chimney or fireplace. Exceptional quality and attention to detail at every step of the way.

Andrew Cronauer★★★★★ 7 years agoView on Google

Jim Crawford and his team did an incredible job on our chimney and fireplace repair and remodel. Jim came highly recommend as the best masonry chimney/fireplace expert in the area. That meant he was in high demand. After working with him, I can see why. He emphasized safety above all, and he ensured all work was done to artisan standards. He was also able to refer us to excellent contractors for other parts of our pr…

Gilbert Field★★★★★ 7 years agoView on Google

I called Jim Crawford after numerous other contractors said he was the best guy in San Diego. He came out to my small church and assessed our crumbling chimney and provided a quote to completely seal it as we no longer needed a fireplace but were taking in water when it rained. He and he team did an amazing job and all of our moisture issues are gone. HIRE HIM !

B&K Hicks★★★★★ 7 years agoView on Google

Had my 1970ish Rancho Bernardo chimney repaired and relined, a spark arrester installed, and the interior of the fireplace sealed properly yesterday by Authentic Fireplaces Restoration. Seven hours and $2,500 later, I now have a safe and efficient fireplace/chimney. They did a great job, cleaned up very well. The initial camera inspection was done by Swede Chimney Sweep of Tierrasanta. Yes, initially I did leave mess…

Michelle Brown★★★★★ 4 years agoView on Google

We were referred to Jim and his company Authentic Fireplaces by our realtor. We had just bought our home and the fireplace had to be repaired as it was unsafe. Jim came and checked out our fire place. He was very knowledgeable and I trusted him. He came in with his crew and did a great job. They were clean and quick and obviously knew what they were doing. They inserted a new sleeve, grouted the top and put in t…

Read all 11 reviews on Google Reviews and photos from Google, 4 Nov 2026.

Why it ranks #244 of 2,851 general contractors in San Diego

Years licensed weight 30100%
Complaint record weight 25100%
Bond and workers' comp weight 10100%
Google reviews weight 3547%

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