They showed up inside the window, laid drop cloths through the whole living room, and texted me photos of the flue before they'd even packed up. No soot anywhere.
Our services
Chimney services for Pittsburgh homes
Sweeping, inspections, masonry, caps, liners, leaks, fireplaces, stoves, dryer vents and the occasional raccoon. One company for the whole system, from the firebox to the cap.
What we do
Nine services, one company
Pick the service you need for the details: what's included, the warning signs, how the visit works and common questions.
Chimney Sweeping
Creosote and soot removal with a Level 1 inspection included.
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Chimney Inspections
Level 1, 2 and 3 inspections with HD camera and photo report.
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Masonry & Tuckpointing
Repointing, spalling brick repair and partial or full rebuilds.
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Caps & Crowns
Stainless and copper caps, crown repair and rebuilds.
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Chimney Liners
Stainless steel relining for wood, gas and oil appliances.
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Leaks & Waterproofing
Flashing repair, leak diagnosis and breathable water repellent.
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Fireplace & Stove Service
Dampers, gas fireplaces, inserts, wood and pellet stoves.
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Dryer Vent Cleaning
Full-length vent cleaning, airflow testing and bird guards.
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Animal & Nest Removal
Humane removal of birds and animals, then a cap to keep them out.
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How it works
Four steps. Zero surprises.
Book in 60 seconds
Online or by phone. Pick a 2-hour arrival window that works for you, including Saturdays.
We protect your home
Drop cloths, shoe covers and a HEPA vacuum go down before any brush touches your flue.
Sweep & inspect
Rotary or brush cleaning, then a top-to-bottom inspection with camera as needed.
Photo report & plan
See every finding with photos. If something needs fixing, you get a written price and no pressure.
The whole system
One company for every part of your chimney
A chimney is a venting system, and when one part fails it usually affects another. A missing cap lets rain rust the damper. A cracked crown lets water into the brick. A new furnace can leave a water heater in a flue that's too big for it.
That's why we look at the whole thing on every visit. Not sure where to start? Book a sweep or an inspection. You'll get a photo report of the whole system and a written price for anything that needs work.
From the cap down
- Top
- Caps and crowns, animals and nests
- Roof line
- Flashing and leaks
- Brick
- Masonry and tuckpointing
- Flue
- Sweeping, liners, camera inspections
- Inside
- Fireplaces, dampers, inserts and stoves
- Laundry
- Dryer vents
Not sure what you need?
Start with what you're noticing
Find the closest match and we'll take it from there. If it's more than one thing, or nothing on the list, book a sweep or inspection and we'll look at everything.
| What you're noticing | Likely cause | Start with |
|---|---|---|
| It's been a year or more since the last sweep, or you don't know | Normal soot and creosote buildup | Chimney Sweeping |
| You're buying or selling a home | NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 inspection at sale | Chimney Inspections |
| Smoke comes into the room, or a strong campfire smell | Buildup, a blockage, a damper problem or a sizing issue | Sweep and inspection |
| Water stains near the chimney, or dripping in the firebox | Flashing, crown, cap or porous brick | Leaks & Waterproofing |
| Crumbling mortar, flaking brick or white staining outside | Freeze-thaw damage | Masonry & Tuckpointing |
| No cap, a rusted cap, or a cracked crown | Weather and age at the top of the chimney | Caps & Crowns |
| Tile pieces in the firebox, a new furnace or water heater, or plans for an insert | A damaged or wrongly sized flue | Chimney Liners |
| Stuck damper, sooty gas logs, or a stove that smokes when you reload | Appliance wear or setup | Fireplace & Stove Service |
| Chirping, scratching or nest debris in the fireplace | Birds or animals in an uncapped flue | Animal & Nest Removal |
| Clothes take two cycles to dry, or the dryer runs hot | Lint buildup in the dryer vent | Dryer Vent Cleaning |
Signs of a chimney fire or carbon monoxide?A loud roaring from the chimney, flames or sparks from the top, or a CO alarm going off: get everyone outside and call 911. Don't use the fireplace or connected appliances until they have been inspected.
Know before you burn
Inspection levels, explained plainly
The national standard (NFPA 211) defines three levels of chimney inspection. We'll tell you which one you need and why, so you never pay for one you don't.
Not sure which one you need? Tell us what's going on and we'll recommend the right level before you book.
Annual check-up
Best for: yearly maintenance, no changes to your systemA visual check of the readily accessible parts of the chimney, flue and appliance. It comes free with every sweep.
- Firebox, damper & smoke chamber
- Creosote level & blockages
- Exterior crown, cap & brick
- Clearances to combustibles
Camera inspection
Best for: buying/selling a home, after a chimney fire, storm or new applianceEverything in Level 1, plus an HD video scan of the whole flue and access to attics and crawlspaces. NFPA 211 calls for it when a property is sold or transferred.
- Full-length HD flue video
- Cracked tiles & liner gaps
- Attic & roofline check
- Realtor-ready written report
Concealed-area inspection
Best for: when a Level 2 points to a hidden hazardOnly needed when serious damage is suspected behind walls or masonry. Some components may need removal to access. We'll always explain why before recommending it.
- Access to concealed areas
- Structural assessment
- Detailed repair scope
- Rarely needed, never upsold
Every visit ends with a photo report
Each finding is photographed, labeled and ranked by urgency, then texted to you the same day.
- UrgentNeeds attention now
- MonitorKeep an eye on it
- GoodNo action needed
Reviews
What Pittsburgh homeowners say
4.9
300+ Google reviews
Our home inspector flagged the chimney two weeks before closing. They got us a Level 2 camera inspection in two days and the report was clear enough for both realtors.
Another company wanted to rebuild the whole chimney. These guys tuckpointed the bad section, replaced the crown, and saved us thousands. Honest people.
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