Renfrew, PA and nearby towns
Chimney Services Renfrew, PA
Every service below is available to callers in Renfrew and nearby towns. Call (724) 412-9261 to talk to a chimney sweep about any of them.
Chimney Sweeping
- Chimney CleaningSweeping soot and creosote out of wood-burning fireplaces, stoves and inserts, so the flue drafts well and burns safely.
- Chimney InspectionAn annual look at the flue, firebox, damper, crown and cap to catch cracks, blockages and leaks before they turn into hazards.
- Creosote RemovalBreaking down and clearing creosote buildup of every stage before it can fuel a chimney fire.
- Fireplace CleaningCleaning ash, soot and debris out of the firebox, damper, smoke shelf, grate and glass doors, so it is ready for the next fire.
- Chimney Animal RemovalClearing animals and nesting material out of chimneys and flues, and cleaning up what they left behind.
- 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, before small damage turns into a rebuild.
- Chimney Leak RepairStopping chimney leaks at the source, before the water rots framing or ruins the flue.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepairing the metal seal between the chimney and the roof, so rain runs off instead of into the attic.
- Chimney Crown RepairFixing cracked, thin or crumbling chimney crowns, so water stops soaking into the masonry from the top.
- Chimney Masonry RepairBrick and mortar repair for weathered or damaged chimneys, with materials matched to the original masonry.
- Chimney TuckpointingRestoring the mortar joints that hold a chimney together, 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 WaterproofingTreating chimney brick and mortar with a breathable water repellent, to slow freeze-thaw damage and spalling.
- Chimney Fire Damage RepairFinding and fixing the cracked tiles, warped metal and damaged masonry a chimney fire leaves behind with a camera scan, liner repair or a full reline.
- Firebox RepairRepairing cracked firebrick, open mortar joints and worn refractory panels so the fire stays contained inside the masonry.
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepairing the sloped masonry above the damper where smoke funnels into the flue in older masonry fireplaces that were never finished smooth.
Chimney Parts
- Chimney Cap InstallationPutting a sturdy cap on top of the chimney sized to the flue tile or the whole crown.
- Chimney Liner InstallationLining unlined or damaged flues with new stainless steel for safer venting and a stronger draft.
- Chimney Liner RepairRestoring a damaged chimney liner after a camera scan shows where the damage is.
- Chase Cover ReplacementReplacing rusted or leaking chase covers before rust and leaks damage the framing below.
- 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 from the hearth and firebox to the damper and doors.
- 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 InstallationInsert installation for drafty, inefficient open fireplaces, sized to the firebox and vented through a full-length liner.
- 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, following the stove manual and local code.
- 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 CleaningCleaning heating and cooling ducts packed with dust, debris or pest droppings, using brushes, air tools and a HEPA-filtered vacuum.
Not sure which service you need? Call and describe it
(724) 412-9261Chimney help in Renfrew
The chimney sweep will tell you what the job takes once they have looked at the chimney.
(724) 412-9261
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