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Chimney Sweep & Repair in Sewickley, PA

Sewickley's older homes have chimneys worth keeping. We sweep and inspect them, and when they need repair, we use methods and materials that suit old brick instead of fighting it.

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Chimneys in Sewickley

An old river town, and old chimneys to match

Sewickley is a borough on the Ohio River, northwest of the city. Its village center and surrounding streets are known for houses from the late 1800s and early 1900s, many of them Victorian, alongside larger homes in the hills of Sewickley Heights and neighboring Edgeworth.

Chimneys on homes of this age were often built with softer brick and lime-based mortar. That combination is meant to flex a little and let moisture escape through the joints. When someone later repoints with a hard, modern cement mortar, the mortar can end up stronger than the brick. Water gets trapped, and the faces of the bricks start to pop off in winter. It's a common problem on older homes, and it's avoidable.

Older fireplaces here may have been built for coal, with small fireboxes and decorative surrounds, and many flues are unlined or lined with clay tile that has had a century to crack. Some homes have had their fireplaces closed for decades. Before you light one again, it's worth a proper look inside.

Keeping the look of an older chimneyA good repair should be hard to spot. We match mortar color and joint style as closely as we can, reuse sound original brick where possible, and recommend copper caps where they suit the house.
How we approach an older chimney

Look first, then repair

  1. Inspect

    Camera inspection of each flue, plus a close look at brick, mortar, crown and flashing.

  2. Explain

    Photos of what we found and a written price, with options where there is more than one sensible fix.

  3. Repair

    Repointing with mortar suited to the brick, crown work, and a liner if the flue needs one.

  4. Protect

    A cap, and if appropriate a breathable water repellent, so the repair lasts.

Services for Sewickley

Most relevant here

Masonry & tuckpointingRepointing older brick with a compatible mortar Camera inspectionsBefore you relight a long-closed fireplace Chimney linersFor unlined or cracked clay flues Copper & stainless capsCaps and crowns that suit the house Leaks & waterproofingFlashing repair and breathable water repellent
When we visit

What to expect

You get a 2-hour arrival window confirmed by text, and an on-the-way message before we arrive. Drop cloths and shoe covers go down first, and a HEPA vacuum runs the whole time, which matters when you have original floors and woodwork.

Before we leave, we walk you through what we found. The full photo report arrives by text the same day, and any repair comes with a written price. Estimates are free.

2-hour windowHEPA vacuumPhoto reportWritten pricing
Sewickley FAQ

Older-home questions

Call or text with anything else, or see our FAQ page.

(412) 555-0142
Our fireplace hasn't been used in years. Is it safe to light?
Don't assume it is. Closed-up fireplaces often have nests, debris, a stuck damper or cracked flue tiles. A camera inspection tells you whether it's ready to use, needs cleaning, or needs a liner or repair first.
Why does the mortar used on an old chimney matter?
Older brick is often softer than modern brick. Mortar that's harder than the brick holds water in and forces the damage into the brick faces, which then flake or pop off in freeze-thaw weather. Using a softer, compatible mortar lets the joints do their job and protects the brick.
Do you install copper chimney caps?
Yes. We install copper and stainless steel caps, including multi-flue caps. Copper is a popular choice on older homes because it weathers to a darker patina that suits old brick and stone.
Can you inspect a chimney before we close on a house in Sewickley?
Yes. NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 inspection when a home is sold. On older houses it's especially useful, since a standard home inspection usually doesn't look inside the flue. See our real estate inspections.
How much does a chimney sweep cost in Sewickley?
It depends on the service, the number of flues, the type of fireplace or appliance, and how easy the chimney is to reach. You get the price upfront and in writing before any work begins, and if we find something that needs repair, the estimate is free.

Nearby service areas

Moon TownshipAcross the Ohio River Robinson TownshipWest Ross TownshipNorth Hills
Book your visit

Pick a time. We'll handle the rest.

Send the form and we'll text you within one business hour to confirm your service, your price and a 2-hour arrival window.

  • Price in writing first. Nothing starts until you've seen it and said yes.
  • 2-hour arrival window, with an on-the-way text and your technician's name.
  • No mess. Drop cloths, shoe covers and a HEPA vacuum.
  • Photo report texted to you the same day.
  • Licensed & insured. Saturday appointments available.
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