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Avatar for Chimney Discounters, LLC
Chimney Discounters, LLC
4.9(
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

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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+18

Response time3 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for American Professional Chimney & Masonry
American Professional Chimney & Masonry
4.6(
2,396
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for R&J Quality
R&J Quality
5.0(
20
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect an oil-fired chimney

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Avatar for Chimney.com
Chimney.com
4.4(
600
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Avatar for Finest Chimney Sweep and Masonry
Finest Chimney Sweep and Masonry
4.5(
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney+1 more

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+14

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Chimney Inspection questions, answered by experts

Some of the biggest red flags to look out for after a home inspection include signs of water or moisture damage, missing or damaged shingles, structural problems like bowing roof joists, cracks in the foundation, and signs of pest damage.

The average cost for a residential roof inspection is typically between $150 and $500, with some homeowners paying as much as $1,000 or more. The national average is around $225. Key factors that influence the final price include the roof's size and complexity, its accessibility (a high pitch can increase cost due to risk), and the roofing material, as specialty types like slate may require a specialist. Other variables are your geographic location, the inspector's expertise, and the specific services included in the inspection. To get an accurate estimate, it is best to obtain quotes from several reputable roofing professionals in your area.

You should avoid walking on a slate roof. Though the material is highly durable, it can crack under the pressure of your feet, and the surface of the slate tiles can become extremely slippery when they get wet. Walking on a slate roof is, therefore, more dangerous than walking on something like asphalt shingles, both in terms of personal injury and property damage. If you do have to work on your slate roof, hire a pro. Most contractors use special equipment to avoid putting pressure on slate tiles.

Yes, hail damage to your roof can definitely cause water leaks in your roof. This is because hailstones can break, chip, crack, or split shingles of all types, exposing underlayment. This underlayment doesn’t offer as much protection against water, so when it becomes compromised, water can penetrate and leak deeper into your home.

Getting a roof inspection once per year will uncover damages to your tile roof that indicate a replacement or repair is necessary. You can also look for cracked, damaged, or missing tiles from the ground once or twice yearly and after major storms to see if you need to schedule one-off repairs.

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