The National Fire Protection Association recommends that
homeowners
have their chimney inspected at least once a
year.
The Chimney Sweep offers a full portfolio of chimney and
venting system services. Whether it’s woodstoves,
fireplaces, chimneys, or dryer vents, we understand the
intricacies of the venting systems in your home. And we’re
equipped to address all of your maintenance and safety
needs. Our services include:
Chimney Inspections & Sweeping
We use state-of-the-art equipment to inspect and sweep 1st-
and 2nd-story chimneys of all kinds, including oil-, wood-,
and gas-burning chimneys. While sweeping your system, we
ensure that it’s in working order. We look for any problems
that could prevent peak performance and recommend what is
needed for your system to burn cleanly and safely.
We use video inspection camera equipment to examine hidden
parts of the flue. In the past, such examination
consisted of a flashlight and mirror inspection. Now with
video we can more accurately evaluate the interior of your
chimney.
This is especially important to new home buyers:
have your chimney video inspected before you buy any new
home. Most home inspectors do not
inspect the interior of the chimney or even the roof portion
of the chimney.
Waterproofing/Repair & Restoration
We offer the full range of repairs to chimney systems, big
and small—from repairing leaky flashing to tuckpointing and
masonry repair to relining the flue and chimney rebuilding.
Rebuild Fireplaces
Water damage resulting from a missing chimney cap is all too
common. We remedy this situation by reconstructing the back
walls of fireplaces, returning them to their original
pristine condition.
Rebuild Crowns
Improperly built crowns are another common problem. If yours
is cracked or poorly constructed—allowing water penetration
or posing a fire hazard—we’ll build a proper concrete one
that’s guaranteed not to crack.
Install Chimney Caps
The best way to prevent moisture from rain and snow,
animals, leaves, and other debris from entering your chimney
is to install a chimney cap. Our high-quality stainless
steel caps carry a lifetime warranty.
Replace Chase Tops
Leaky or damaged chase tops, and those made of masonry, are
potential hazards on prefabricated metal fireplaces. We help
eliminate problems before they start by replacing masonry
and rusty metal chase tops.
Water Leak & Condensation Resolution & Repair
If water is damaging your fireplace inside or out, we’ll
find and fix it—no matter the source.
Air Vent Problem Resolution
Indoor air is more polluted then outdoor air, according to
the EPA. Chemicals from carpets and furniture, pet dander,
dust mite feces and much more are affecting your family. We
use “source removal” and not chemicals in cleaning your air
ducts and recommend a “electrostatic“ air filter to clean up
to 98% of contaminates from your families air. The quality
of the air you breathe in your home is important, and we
take it seriously. Our technicians have extensive knowledge
about the entire venting system in your house, and we have
the expertise to detect and resolve the full range of air
vent issues.
Animal Removal
If squirrels, raccoons, birds, or other pests have made a
home in your chimney or duct, we’ll eliminate the problem,
removing the animals and their nesting materials, and
preventing future infestation.