Chimney services in Chicago Ridge, grouped by job
The work falls into one of the groups below. If you aren't sure which one fits, describe what you're seeing and we'll sort it out with you.
- Cleaning: a full chimney sweep service, flue and creosote cleaning, fireplace, insert and wood stove cleaning, and clearing blockages, odors, animals or nests.
- Inspections: standard and camera inspections of the chimney and fireplace, plus inspections for a home sale or after storm damage.
- Chimney repairs: masonry, crown and tuckpointing work, leaks and flashing, waterproofing, liners, dampers, prefab chases and full rebuilds.
- Tops and covers: chimney cap installation or replacement, animal screens, spark arrestors and chase covers.
- Fireplaces: repairs, restoration, new fireplaces and inserts, doors and glass, conversions, and gas fireplace, gas log and gas line work.
- Dryer vents: lint and blockage removal, airflow testing, roof vent cleaning, repairs, rerouting and new vent covers.
Signs that usually mean it's time to call
Worth a visit if you notice
- Smoke drifting into the room instead of going up the flue
- A campfire or musty smell from the fireplace, especially on humid days
- Water stains on the ceiling or wall beside the chimney
- Crumbling mortar, loose bricks or a cracked top on the chimney
- Scratching or chirping sounds inside the flue
- A gas fireplace that won't light or stay lit
- Clothes taking more than one cycle to dry, or a dryer that runs hot
For the laundry room, the last two signs often point to a clogged line; you can read how dryer vent cleaning works before booking.
Booking chimney and dryer vent work together
If the fireplace and the dryer both need attention, mention both when you get in touch. A chimney visit and a dryer vent visit can be arranged through the same call, so you aren't scheduling two separate appointments from scratch.
