Tamaqua, PA and nearby towns
Chimney Services Tamaqua, PA
Pick the problem closest to yours to see what the work involves. Call (272) 291-2023 and describe the problem to a chimney sweep.
Chimney Sweeping
- Chimney CleaningBrushing and vacuuming the buildup from 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 so you know whether it is safe to light a fire.
- Creosote RemovalBreaking down and clearing creosote buildup of every stage before it can fuel a chimney fire.
- Fireplace CleaningA full cleaning of wood-burning fireplaces, from the hearth to the damper, with the face of the fireplace cleaned too.
- Chimney Animal RemovalRemoving birds, raccoons, squirrels and nests from chimneys and flues, then capping the top so they cannot return.
- Chimney Odor RemovalRemoving chimney odors at the source instead of covering them up with sweeping, deodorizing and a fix for the cause.
Masonry Repair
- Chimney RepairRepairs for the masonry, crown, flashing and flue of a damaged chimney, before small damage turns into a rebuild.
- Chimney Leak RepairStopping chimney leaks at the source, whether the drip shows up in the attic, the ceiling or the firebox.
- Chimney Flashing RepairResealing or replacing the step flashing, counter flashing and cricket where the chimney meets the roof, to stop leaks at the roof line for good.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepairing the concrete slab that caps the top of the chimney, before freeze-thaw damage spreads down the chimney.
- Chimney Masonry RepairFixing the brick, stone and mortar that hold a chimney together, so the chimney stays solid and dry.
- Chimney TuckpointingGrinding out worn mortar joints and packing them with fresh, matched mortar, in a color and joint style that blends with the old work.
- Chimney RebuildingRebuilding chimneys that are leaning, loose or too far gone to repair, so it is solid, dry and safe to use again.
- Chimney WaterproofingWaterproofing masonry chimneys with vapor-permeable repellents, not paint, applied after repairs so the brick sheds water but can still dry out.
- Chimney Fire Damage RepairFinding and fixing the cracked tiles, warped metal and damaged masonry a chimney fire leaves behind before anyone lights another fire in it.
- Firebox RepairFixing the firebrick lining and panels that take the direct heat of every fire before heat can reach the framing behind it.
- Smoke Chamber RepairParging stepped brick, filling open joints and rebuilding the smoke shelf before heat can escape toward nearby framing.
Chimney Parts
- Chimney Cap InstallationInstalling chimney caps with mesh sides sized to the flue tile or the whole crown.
- Chimney Liner InstallationInstalling stainless steel or cast in place liners sized to the fireplace, stove, furnace or water heater it serves.
- Chimney Liner RepairRestoring a damaged chimney liner so smoke and gases stay sealed inside the flue.
- Chase Cover ReplacementSwapping out the metal cover on a framed chimney chase with sloped tops and drip edges that shed water.
- Chimney Damper RepairFixing stuck, rusted or warped chimney dampers so smoke goes up and heated air stays in.
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, with the burner, glass and venting checked on every visit.
- Fireplace Insert InstallationInsert installation for drafty, inefficient open fireplaces, with the chimney inspected before anything goes in.
- Wood Stove RepairRepair for wood stoves that smoke, leak air or burn too hot, on steel, cast iron and soapstone stoves.
- Wood Stove InstallationWood stove installation into an existing chimney or a new insulated chimney, so the stove drafts well and stays clear of anything that can burn.
- Pellet Stove RepairFixing augers, igniters, blowers, switches and control boards on pellet stoves, so the stove feeds, lights and burns steadily again.
Vent Cleaning
- Dryer Vent CleaningDryer vent cleaning for long drying cycles, hot dryers and lint at the exterior hood, with the airflow tested once the vent is clear.
- Air Duct CleaningAir duct cleaning for supply and return lines, registers and the air handler, under negative pressure so dust is pulled out, not blown around.
Not sure which service you need? Call and describe it
(272) 291-2023Chimney help in Tamaqua
The chimney sweep will tell you what the job takes once they have looked at the chimney.
(272) 291-2023
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