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ENGLISH SWEEP

Chimney Sweeping, Chimney Repair, Fireplace Service,
This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.

About us

We are an established company, serving the St. Louis area since 1979. Owned byGregg Boss from 1983 who maintains memberships with the Midwest Chimney Safety Council, and National Chimney Sweep Guilds. Our teams dedication and talent, has propelled us to the most requested service companies in our area. Our mission is to meet our clients and individual needs, with specialized professional services and quality craftsmanship. Our sweeps technicians are certified by the "Chimney Safety Institute of America", (CSIA.ORG) with over 36+ years of knowledge, we have the experience a homowners can rely on.

Business highlights

Family owned & operated
Emergency services offered
LGBTQ+ Friendly
46 years of experience

Services we offer

Dryer Vents, Chimney Sweeping & Repair, Chimney Restoration and Chimeny tuckpointing, We Fix Leaky, Smelling, Ugly, Chimneys and Keep Fire in "Its Place", Chimney Covers, Complete Fireplace & Stove System Installs, Chimney Rebuilding, Furnace and Fireplace Liners, Gas Logs Installations. Restoring Coal Buring Units. We Do More Than Sweep Chimneys Contact us!

Services we don't offer

Concrete Resurfacing, Gutter Cleaning. Christmas Lights, whole house tuck-pointing.

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
Reviews
4.7231 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
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87%
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Showing 26-50 of 231 reviews
Linda H.
Jul 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"We appreciate the review. Could not locate the client in our records. There may be some confusion as to the company who provided the service. If there are any questions please call our office."

Loren M.
Jun 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
Professional, efficient
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with Matt & the team. Thank you"

Chuck P.
May 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Fireplace Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$380
They did a great job, they cleaned and inspected both fireplaces as requested and gave a detailed inspection with pictures showing damage with a quote that was emailed 24 hours later. We have white carpets throughout our house and I was worried that they would be stained. I could not see any evidence of soot when the work was finished.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with Matt & the team. Thank you"

Tom J.
Apr 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$170
We're very satisfied with the cleaning and inspection service performed. Pictures of the fireplace, flue, and outdoor pictures of the chimney and cap were all taken and recorded for future reference, which we thought was very thorough. An email was sent to us, where the pictures can be viewed along with the status report and invoice. They asked to schedule our next cleaning based on usage, and will notify by email prior. Prompt, courteous, professional, efficient, and clean.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with Matt & the team. Thank you!"

Jane C.
Mar 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Chimney Repair + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Had two chimneys cleaned, they were on time and done within 2 hours
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"We appreciate the sharing or your results. We will bring Jeff into the loop about your review. Thank you for providing the opportunity to service your fireplace."

Donna G.
Feb 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Work was done well, the service rep was good and was respectful of our home.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"We appreciate the sharing or your results. We will bring Matt into the loop about your review. Thank you!"

Frank V.
Feb 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were timely, clean, excellent service
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"We appreciate the sharing or your results. We will bring Jeff into the loop about your review. Thank you for providing the opportunity to service your fireplace."

Heather A.
Feb 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
Excellent service and report.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Awesome, we appreciate your completing the survey and at some point today the results will be shared with the team and Matt. Thank you."

Tania N.
Feb 2017
3.0
Chimney Sweeping, Chimney Cap Service
$200
Cleaning comprised of just reaching up arms length from the hearth and brushing by a small handheld brush & vacuuming a bit afterward. None of the tools and circular brushes wheeled-in were utilized. Thereafter, a trip to the roof for inspection confirmed 16-yr knowledge of ill fitting chimney top. Measurements & pics were taken and informed I would be contacted regarding finding proper top. (Shouldn't be that difficult as the neighborhood has 498 homes w same exact chimney inserts.) Never heard back. $200 for WDing a handle & reaching up & brushing around/vacuuming a bit. Not very friendly either.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"We will follow up with Matt and get his view of how the results of his visit. Matt has service years of talent and is a certified technician. This is the lowest score we have received and it will be discussed. We appreciate your follow up with the review and it there is any solutions we have failed to delivered a proposal will be worked up. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We provided the service in October 31st, 2016. While we would ordinarily come back with a solution to the issues we feel the job was acceptable during the visit. It is a challenge to make behavioral suggestions with such a dated survey. Matt has been confronted and will address any solutions if possible. Again thank you for taking time to inform us about our services."

PATRICIA C.
Feb 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
the bid was higher than another company, but they could come right away and do the work before the weekend. The man that cleaned the fireplaces was very organized and kept everything amazingly clean even when working with a lot of soot buildup.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"We appreciate your following up with a grade for Jeff's service. Is there a specific reason for the B? All other categories were A and it may help up sort out the issue so that we do a better job with the next client. Anything more you share would be helpful. Thank you."

Eric H.
Feb 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Fireplace Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
I was very pleased with English Sweep from calling to schedule the appointment to Russ coming out and performing the service. I was well informed thru the whole process from what to expect, when to expect a call, arrival time, a run down of what was going to be done, and a follow up discussion regarding what the cleaning uncovered. Russ was very polite, considerate, and verbose in his description of the task. He took photos with an iPad to have record of the condition of my fireplace, chimney, roof exhaust, etc., and used a camera to view the inside of the flue to make sure there was no structural damage hidden in the chimney. He shared the photos with me explaining what he found. Overall I am very satisfied with the service and will definitely call them back when it's time for the next cleaning.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Awesome. We will share this with Russ and the team. Thank you!"

Evelyn S.
Jan 2017
5.0
Chimney Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Thank you!"

Steven F.
Jan 2017
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Fireplace Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Work was completed as expected. Technician provided photos to show possibility of loose bricks at chimney cap - pointed out that chimney cap should have been extended past chimney to provide a drip edge when house was built, minimize wear on chimney face. Company followed up with bid for repair, no hard sell. Very satisfied.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

Ken W.
Dec 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Fireplace Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Work was well done. In addition to being conscientious and a careful worker, Russ seems the kind of guy I'd like as a neighbor. I wish him continued success.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

Daphne K.
Dec 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$220
Good, fast and clean work.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

Jim F.
Dec 2016
2.0
Chimney Repair
$575
English Sweep performed an inspection ($225) and recommended that we replace the cap on the top of our chimney. The worker showed us pictures of the old cap and where he thought water was getting in. His explanation sounded reasonable, so we scheduled the repair. Two weeks later, the work was done (another $250). We were pleased with the service until the next rainstorm, when the dripping in the chimney was louder than before. We called English Sweep back, but the worker who performed the repair swore that the job was done correctly. The company sent us "after" photos of the repair and suggested we contact a roofer. So we spent $575 for a repair to fix a leak, AND OUR CHIMNEY STILL LEAKS!!!!! In the "after" photos the company sent us, there are obvious gaps around the chimney that look like they could let water in. How were these missed in the first inspection? We were told ONLY about the chimney cap. It seems like a layer of caulk could fix the gaps. Why was this simple repair NOT suggested in the original inspection? Why was the focus on replacing the chimney cap instead of sealing the gaps? I feel that the company recommended a more expensive repair than might have been necessary. We should have been given an option to either only replace the cap, only seal the gaps, or do both. If the gaps were missed, then the company provided both a poor diagnostic service and an unneeded repair. I have included two of the "after" photos.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Our tech was able to revisit the issue again 20 days later and we did not receive any additional notifications or complaints. We want our clients to know we will stay with the client to resolve the leaking issue as longs as it takes. In some cases additional fees may be required. We will attempt to share all our resources in order for the client to make the most of the choice selected/recommended at the least cost. We will share this with our team. Thank you for your response."

Sean S.
Oct 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
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Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

April S.
Sep 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Appliance Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
Great. They did great work on the chimney that hadn't been used in many years!
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

GEOFFREY M.
Aug 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Chimney Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
In 2016, the company returned to clean the chimney. The technician discovered that the heat shield was peeling away from the bottom tile. We had not seen this. The technician said that the heat shield was under warranty. The company contacted the manufacturer to learn how to make the repair. They returned and repaired the flue at no charge. We are impressed by their honesty and professionalism.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

Peggy T.
Aug 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Chimney Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
.
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

Michael M.
Jul 2016
4.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

Erick F.
Jun 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping, Chimney Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
unknown
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

AManda D.
May 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199
unknown
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your response is appreciated and will be shared with the team. Thank you!"

Terry K.
Apr 2016
5.0
Chimney Sweeping
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown
Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your review is truly appreciated. I means a whole lot to our team of service technicians and our team. Thank you for sharing your experience with the community. We will be sure to share it with Matt!"

MIKE L.
Apr 2016
5.0
Chimney Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,600
The overall process went very well.   

Removed gas line and old gas fire logs
Added shut-off valve and capped gas connection
Lined chimney with metal duct
Installed spring loaded flue with chain and latch
Patched the firebox and chimney
Patched venting holes in basement wall
Cleaned up metal log stand for reuse with firewood

All of this was done to a 100+ year-old 3-story home.

During the initial inspection, they stated what would be needed to convert to a natural fireplace.  They answered all my questions, and provided a detailed quote within a couple days.  The price was right, so we scheduled the work.  Signed the order and put 33% down.   

They showed up on the scheduled date and time with a team of 4 guys.  Unloaded all the supplies and erected scaffolding.  Did all the work, and took down the scaffolding.  They were not too loud, were very professional and introduced themselves.  They did a great job of cleaning up after themselves.   All the work was done in 5 hours.  During the process, the lead guy, Mike, answered all my questions and made sure I was satisfied.

One very minor issue was with the up front communication.  After I received the quote and scheduled the work, I had a couple questions via email and phone.  It took a few tries before I could get a response.   Not a big deal, but that is work the C for responsiveness came from.  I would recommend these guys.

Response from ENGLISH SWEEP
"Your review is appreciated. We will learn to be better prepared for electronic challenges to our office equipment that prevent timely responses. Our team works very hard to provide the best service possible and we will assure you and future clients received timely responses. Thank you!"
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FAQ

ENGLISH SWEEP is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

ENGLISH SWEEP accepts the following forms of payment: Check, Visa, MasterCard

No, ENGLISH SWEEP does not offer free project estimates.

No, ENGLISH SWEEP does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, ENGLISH SWEEP does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, ENGLISH SWEEP offers emergency services.

No, ENGLISH SWEEP does not offer warranties.

ENGLISH SWEEP offers the following services: Dryer Vents, Chimney Sweeping & Repair, Chimney Restoration and Chimeny tuckpointing, We Fix Leaky, Smelling, Ugly, Chimneys and Keep Fire in "Its Place", Chimney Covers, Complete Fireplace & Stove System Installs, Chimney Rebuilding, Furnace and Fireplace Liners, Gas Logs Installations. Restoring Coal Buring Units. We Do More Than Sweep Chimneys Contact us!

Concrete Resurfacing, Gutter Cleaning. Christmas Lights, whole house tuck-pointing.