Greencastle, PA and nearby towns
Chimney Services Greencastle, PA
Pick the problem closest to yours to see what the work involves. Call (223) 465-1032 to talk to a chimney sweep about any of them.
Chimney Sweeping
- Chimney CleaningSweeping soot and creosote out of masonry and factory-built chimneys, so the flue drafts well and burns safely.
- Chimney InspectionA level 1, 2 or 3 review of the full chimney system to catch cracks, blockages and leaks before they turn into hazards.
- Creosote RemovalRemoving flaky, crunchy and glazed creosote from chimney flues matched to how hard and thick the deposits are.
- Fireplace CleaningCleaning ash, soot and debris out of wood-burning fireplaces, from the hearth to the damper, with the face of the fireplace cleaned too.
- Chimney Animal RemovalClearing animals and nesting material out of the flue, smoke shelf and damper, with the timing and method matched to the animal.
- Chimney Odor RemovalTracking down the creosote, moisture or animal behind a smelly fireplace with sweeping, deodorizing and a fix for the cause.
Masonry Repair
- Chimney RepairRepairs for the masonry, crown, flashing and flue of a damaged chimney, matched to what an inspection actually finds.
- Chimney Leak RepairFinding and stopping water that gets in through the crown, cap, flashing or brick, whether the drip shows up in the attic, the ceiling or the firebox.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepairing the metal seal between the chimney and the roof, so rain runs off instead of into the attic.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepairing the concrete slab that caps the top of the chimney, before freeze-thaw damage spreads down the chimney.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepairing spalled brick, crumbling mortar, cracks and loose courses on masonry chimneys, with materials matched to the original masonry.
- Chimney TuckpointingReplacing crumbling mortar between chimney bricks, so rain stops getting in through the joints.
- Chimney RebuildingPartial and full chimney rebuilds, from the roofline up or from the ground, so it is solid, dry and safe to use again.
- Chimney WaterproofingWaterproofing masonry chimneys with vapor-permeable repellents, not paint, as the last step in keeping a chimney dry.
- Chimney Fire Damage RepairInspecting and repairing a chimney after a flue fire whether the fire was loud and obvious or slow and silent.
- Firebox RepairRestoring a damaged firebox with firebrick, refractory mortar or new panels in masonry and factory-built fireplaces alike.
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepairing the sloped masonry above the damper where smoke funnels into the flue before heat can escape toward nearby framing.
Chimney Parts
- Chimney Cap InstallationPutting a sturdy cap on top of the chimney to keep out rain, animals, leaves and stray sparks.
- Chimney Liner InstallationLining unlined or damaged flues with new stainless steel sized to the fireplace, stove, furnace or water heater it serves.
- Chimney Liner RepairFixing gaps, cracks and missing mortar inside the flue liner after a camera scan shows where the damage is.
- Chase Cover ReplacementReplacing rusted or leaking chase covers with sloped tops and drip edges that shed water.
- Chimney Damper RepairRepairing dampers that will not open, close or seal or replacing them with a top sealing damper.
Fireplace Service
- Fireplace RepairFixing fireplaces that smoke, leak heat or show cracked masonry with the right materials for each part.
- Gas Fireplace RepairRepair for gas fireplaces that will not light, will not stay lit or burn dirty, including direct vent, B-vent and vent-free units.
- Fireplace Insert InstallationInstalling wood, gas and pellet inserts in existing fireplaces, with the chimney inspected before anything goes in.
- Wood Stove RepairRepair for wood stoves that smoke, leak air or burn too hot, with the stovepipe and chimney checked too.
- Wood Stove InstallationInstalling freestanding wood stoves with the right clearances, hearth and venting, following the stove manual and local code.
- Pellet Stove RepairPellet stove repair for feed, ignition and venting problems, with the burn pot, exhaust path and vent cleaned along the way.
Vent Cleaning
Not sure which service you need? Call and describe it
(223) 465-1032Chimney help in Greencastle
The chimney sweep will tell you what the job takes once they have looked at the chimney.
(223) 465-1032
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