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Avatar for Chimney Discounters, LLC
Chimney Discounters, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richard and his Team (Dwight and Valentine) installed new False Chimney Box on top of roof, new chimney cap, new piping from roof to inside home and new piping connection to furnace and water heater. False Chimney Box purpose for furnace exhaust. Home built in 1959. Excellent workmanship, customer service and price. Team provided pictures during first inspection and when completed."
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Torn - Down Chimney

+18

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Masters Chimney & Hearth
4.9(
32
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Top notch professionals…they were the only company that used a camera to inspect the chimney and didn’t try to sell me anything I didn’t need. Highly recommended"
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+4

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
4.5(
814
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Company was prompt and reasonable. Chimney was cleaned. They gave tips on future maintenance and the condition of the chimneys. They pointed out other areas where they can provide services."
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+1

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Chimney Experts
4.9(
140
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The job include chimney inspection, repair and cleaning. Al was very professional. He was thorogh with explaining each step of repairs, very courteous, excellent job with clean up. I highly recommend Chimney and Duct Experts and esoecially AL."
Chimney Cap Installation
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Fireplaces Project
Chimney Sweep Project

+36

Response time4 days
Response rate87%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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American Professional Chimney & Masonry
4.6(
2,396
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've used American Professional several times at various houses I've lived in or owned. They are an honest and professional company that does good work and stands behind it. I recently got them to give me an estimate on rebuilding the top portion of a chimney that needs brickwork. They inspected the chimney, told me it was safe to use, and gave me a very reasonable estimate for the chimney rebuild, saying that it can wait until spring if I wish. From my experience, they will do everything they can to satisfy the customer, whether it's a simple chimney cleaning or custom work. This is the best chimney company in the DC area by far."
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+11

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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R&J Quality
5.0(
20
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: True professional

"Rene from R&J Quality, LLC responded quickly, via phone, to my work order for a chimney sweep and inspection. In addition, he rescued a bird trapped in my chimney. After he surveyed my chimney, I was impressed with his professionalism in explaining the results of his inspection. He cleaned up his work area within my home leaving it in the same condition he found it. I will be doing business with him again."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chimney.com
4.4(
600
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After inspecting the chimney they ordered the correct part for the repair. When the returned the work was done in a professional manner and completed to a very high standard. I would have no doubt in recommending this company to my neighbors and friends. Thank you Chimney. Com"
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Jimney's Chimneys
4.9(
23
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The folks had ALOT of work and installed new liner and mason work on the upper chimney, got an excellent and fair price. Very professional, courteous and skilled installers. I would highly recommend them."
Silver Spring Fireplace
Original brick fireplace
Silver Spring Fireplace
Silver Spring Fireplace
72" floating mantel

+5

Response time11 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Finest Chimney Sweep and Masonry
4.5(
85
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Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I was contacted the same day I submitted my inquiry and had a scheduled appointment with in 24 hours. Finest Chimney contacted me 25 minutes before they arrived and they were exactly on time. Cleaning took about 20 minutes and they were very thorough and professional. They even gave me some feed back about future roof/chimney repairs. I will definitely call Finest Chimney Sweep for our future needs."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Chimney Inspection questions, answered by experts

Yes, cleaning removes harmful elements that contribute to rot or degradation, extending the roof's lifespan and averting costly future repairs.

While you can technically install new roof sheathing over an old layer, it is generally not recommended for several reasons. Installing new sheathing over old can trap moisture, which may lead to future problems, especially in humid climates. It also adds significant weight to the roof structure and prevents you from inspecting the original sheathing for rot, mold, or other damage.

However, in some cases, if the old sheathing has been thoroughly inspected and is in excellent condition with no signs of rotting, warping, or damage, a roofer may install new sheathing over it to add strength and stability. Despite this, the more common and recommended practice is to remove the old roof sheathing entirely before installing a new layer, as removing it is not a difficult task.

Generally, snow guards are not required by building codes unless a local municipality has included them in their code. Even though they are not usually required, snow guards are highly recommended, especially for metal roofs in areas that see significant snowfall throughout the year. They act as a barrier to large loads of snow that can slide off a roof, potentially injuring people and damaging property.

Chimney caps have a solid top but perforated sides so smoke can exit safely. If rain or snow falls downward, chimney caps can protect the chimney’s interior. Just note that if rain or snow blows in sideways, there’s a higher likelihood it will enter the chimney—but it's not often a cause for concern as long as you have a cap.

Yes, installing snow guards is highly recommended for metal roofs, especially if you live in an area with moderate to heavy snowfall. Metal roofs have smooth, slick surfaces that offer little traction, which can cause large, heavy loads of snow and ice to slide off all at once in a dangerous "rooftop avalanche."

This sudden release of snow can cause serious injury to anyone below and damage personal property, such as cars or landscaping.

Snow guards act as a barrier, holding the snow on the roof so it can melt and slide off in smaller, more controlled amounts. While low-slope metal roofs in areas with very little snow might not strictly require them, installing snow guards is a valuable safety measure to protect your family and property.

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