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Avatar for Chimney Discounters, LLC
Chimney Discounters, LLC
4.9(
72
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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 Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Thomas, Dwight and crew performed the level 2 chimney inspection (only/no sweep requested) and repaired the brick/masonry of the chimney, including repacing the flue liner and repair of the chimney box. They provided literature, kept me highly informed of status, arrival, appointments, and work progress. They also completed a beautiful job on my neighbor's chimney rebuild/replace. The work looks really great and it is apparent that Mr. Thomas, Dwight, and the masonry crew take pride in their workmanship and quality. The job was completed within 2 days and so far, everything is looks fantastic. Waiting for a cool day to crank up the fireplace. They also provided a professional lamination card and pen for reminders of next year's chimney sweep. I only slightly hit the value as I would have loved the inspection price to be part of the repair and the receipt, but overall, great experience, great A+ rating on BBB and both licensed and bonded. Obtained via Angi/home advisor"
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+18

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
4.5(
814
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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 Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The repointing work was generally done well. Old mortar and bricks were removed and new bricks were installed. The craftsmanship was excellent. However, the color of the mortar used differed from that in the rest of the brickwork, so at present it stands out. Sixpenny said to wait a period and then re-evaluate whether any change should be made. I would rate this as an "A" but for the color difference in the mortar that was not expected. The chimney cap work was done well."
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+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Chimney Experts
Chimney Experts
4.9(
141
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+1 more

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Chimney experts was very professional in both scheduling and the job. Al was very thorough to not only look at the chimney, but also to stay with me until we had fully built a fire and had it burning long enough to run a full test of the appliance. Would highly suggest for inspection and installation- they know the business well."
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Chimney Sweep Project

+36

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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 Silver Spring, 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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+11

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Best Chimney Service LLC
5.0(
22
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business+1 more

Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best Chimney Services LLC installed a stainless-steel flue liner and a cap/damper at the top of the chimney. The finished product, from the cap/damper at the top of the chimney, down the liner in the chimney to the firebox at the bottom is picture perfect. Even the concrete crown was perfectly molded with no concrete mess anywhere. Chris Hernandez and his helper arrived on time and got right to work, putting a big tarp on the hearth and surrounding floor and plastic over nearby furniture. Tarps were also spread on the roof. When the work was finished, everything was cleaned up, including vacuuming the area around the fireplace. Chris has a number of certifications regarding all aspects of fireplaces, flues, caps, dampers, etc. and can explain in understandable terms why things are done a certain way. He and his helper certainly know what they are doing and have obviously had experience doing it. A week or so before the actual work, a thorough inspection was done . . ."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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 Silver Spring, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chimney Inspection questions, answered by experts

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