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Thee Chimney Bee

Chimney Sweep, Chimney Repair, Chimney Caps,

About us

2 employees and owner. Cost is determined by the job. The service men shows up in a top hat in tails -- don't be alarmed!

Business highlights

42 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Chimney Cleaning, Brushes, Rotary System, Inspections, Installs Dampers & Caps, Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, Religning & Rebuild, Masonry.


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.937 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
89%
4
3%
3
0%
2
5%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 37 reviews

Sriharan S.
11/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
It went well. Jimmy called ahead that day and said he was running behind. He came alone, inspected and cleaned the chimney box and flue. He inspected the cap and showed me pictures indicating that the paint was peeling off the cap and rust spots were forming. Jimmy cleaned up after himself and left no trace that work had been done.
Description of Work: Chimney inspected and cleaned

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$145

Peta C.
11/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I have used Thee Chimney Sweep several times. He is always extremely professional, friendly and polite. He takes great care with his work and to clean up really well and the price is good. I would highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: I needed my chimney sweeping and checking.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

karen H.
09/2017
2.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
provided initial estimate, no follow up
Description of Work: chimney repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$800

Lea P.
02/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
This was a delightful service experience.
Description of Work: I needed my chimney inspected and swept.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary Lane L.
11/2016
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Very well. Courteous and professional.
Description of Work: Clean chimney and fix the damper

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jeff S.
03/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
He did a good, thorough job. He has been at this for quite a while. He was able to fit us in when others didn't have openings. We had a little back and forth on the scheduling, thus the B, but when it came down to it he came and did the job himself without his assistant. Didn't take credit cards at the time we had our chimney cleaned.
Description of Work: Cleaned Chimney

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Dale M.
01/2012
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
They gave us an estimate over the phone and it was accurate on what they charged. I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: They put in installation and swept the chimney.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$285

HEATHER M.
05/2011
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps
  + 0 more
He was awesome, and he did a really good job. He was personable, and he takes his time.
Description of Work: Thee Chimney Bee did chimney sweeping and put in new chimney cap in January.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Andrea W.
02/2010
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
We recently moved into our home, and we wanted to make sure our fireplace was clean and safe to use. Jimmie came in his top hat and coat tails and checked everything out. He cleaned the fireplace for us and took the time to show us how to use it and maintain it properly. He was very kind and patient. I would definitely use him again!
Description of Work: Basic chimney inspection and sweep

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70

Andrew W.
11/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Mr. Bee was very pleasent and knowledgeable. I will probably use him for some of my other houses and various other projects as well. Nice guy!
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney and repaired wood stove.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

James C.
11/2009
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps
  + 0 more
Jimmie was very punctual and extremely courteous (and was wearing his signature top hat!). He and his assistant were very thorough in the cleaning process. They removed several dead bats (!) from our chimney, as well as a bird's nest. They definitely were methodical and very professional. The cap had to be custom made. Jimmie came by and installed the cap (which looks and works great) while we were away, so we were not inconvenienced by having to be there. We felt that we got a very good deal for the money- especially the cap, which he only charged us $95 for.
Description of Work: We had our chimney cleaned, and they also created a customized cap for our chimney.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$230

MEREDITH G.
03/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Jimmy definitely made an impression, as he arrived in a tuxedo with tails and a top hat. He has an incredibly calm and pleasant demeanor. He was very thorough and answered all of my questions. He obviously has had experience with old houses such as mine in which the damper was retrofitted and not part of original construction. He was at my house for over an hour. He had quoted me a price over the phone and honored the lower price although he clearly had to do more work than he expected.
Description of Work: Cleaned out fireplace, cleaned chimney, fixed damper which was stuck closed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

Linda B.
01/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Great company. Mr. McBee preformed a through inspection of my chimney. Since this is a foreclosure home, I had no idea what shape it was in. He found the flu was out of place and needed a new lever in order of open and close it. The quote to have it fixed was very reasonable. When I asked about the chimney top, he said it will also need to be replaced, but not for another couple of years. I consider this to be a very honest and reasonable company that I will definitely do business with again.
Description of Work: Chimney inspected and cleaned.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$135

KRISTIN F.
03/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
When I called to get the estimate, Jimmy returned my call promptly. He gave me a good description of the services and the estimated cost. The day of the appointment, Jimmy and his employee, Tim, arrived, set-up drop clothes and a covering to the fireplace, and got to work. Jimmy did most of the work on the outside of the chimney,and Tim did most of the inside cleaning. They were very pleasant and courteous. Our chimney cap did not fit properly, which is why we had a dead squirrel in our chimney, so Jimmy talked to us about coming back to put on a properly fitting cap. He also recommended that we get a "CrownCoat" on our chimney crown. He gave that estimate and left it to us to determine if we would like his services for those 2 items. (See later report). The estimate he gave us on the phone was our final bill. Overall we were extremely pleased with his work and his professionalism.
Description of Work: Jimmy and his employee did an inspection of the chimney and did the "sweep". We also had a dead squirrel in our chimney which they removed. They were very careful, neat, and clean. Jimmy and his employee were also very courteous.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$135

KRISTIN F.
03/2008
5.0
clock repair
  + -1 more
Earlier, Jimmy had done an inspection and sweep for us. At that time we realized that our old cap was too big, which allowed a large squirrel to get in our chimney (he died and we were left with an awful odor). Jimmy left us with the necessary information and an estimate as to how much a new cap and "Crown Coat" would cost. He returned at our appointed time. He quickly got to work (while my 5 year old and 2 year old looked on in awe). He listened to my 5 yr. old's many questions and answered them kindly and patiently. He did a wonderful job!
Description of Work: Jimmy applied a "Crown Coat", which is to repair damaged chimney crowns. He also put on a new chimney cap.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$395

CRYSTAL H.
03/2008
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps
  + 0 more
Wonderful. Jimmie is so warm and easy to work with. He spent hours cleaning the chimney and even refitting the flue. A week later he came back and put the cap on the chimney top. I can't say enough good about him. Super nice guy and when he showed up in his signature hat, it just melted my heart. That's the sign of someone who is proud of his company and the impression he makes.
Description of Work: Jimmie cleaned our chimney and added a cap to the top to prevent another season of bird's nests (their constant chirping a source of torment for our kitty).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Forrest H.
08/2007
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
He was able to get out to do the estimate quickly and finished all work on time for a very reasonable price.
Description of Work: Jimmie filled in some cracks in the masonry, filled a gap around the door, and fixed some troublesome fireplace doors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$289

AMANDA S.
06/2007
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
His prices are really good, and he did a good job.
Description of Work: He repaired chimney's on two houses. He put on a chimney cap and a damper restrictor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$197

MICHAEL B.
05/2007
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Excellent experience. Jimmie responded to my voicemail quickly to schedule service. He arrived as scheduled, was courteous and pleasant. I give him an A on all criteria.
Description of Work: Jimmie inspected and cleaned our chimney.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

ALAN G.
02/2007
2.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
I can't speak to the quality of work, but I will not call someone so unreliable for this work.
Description of Work: I had some leaking into the firebox. I called him about it and he returned my call three to four days later. They set a date to meet up Thursday the 22 and he did not show up. As of this Monday I have not received any calls to explain why he did not arrive.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


WALT M.
01/2007
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Jimmie did a very good job. He was neat and efficient. He was flexible with his scheduling and accommodated me on a Saturday with a couple days notice.
Description of Work: Cleaned and inspected the chimney.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

MARK T.
07/2006
4.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Good experience, Jimmy is great to work with. Not as responsive as he could be, order for parts was delayed and he was unable do the work as quickly as originally thought, but the work was great and he was great to deal with.
Description of Work: Installed a chimney cap / damper on unconventional sized chimney.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

MARK T.
02/2006
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Great job. Was a little late showing up because of a prior appt. running long, but called and told me the time he would be there. Did a great job with the cleaning and is looking into doing some additional work to put on a chimney cap. Very professional. Would definitely recommend.
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney and fireplace.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

RICHARD & BETTY L.
11/2005
1.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
HE NEVER CAME BACK OR CALLED. WHEN I CALLED HIM, STILL I RECEIVED NO RESPONSE. HE WAS A NICE GUY, BUT UNRELIABLE.
Description of Work: LOOKED AT CHIMNEY FOR CLEANING AND INSPECTION.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


KATHY S.
10/2005
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
JIMMY IS VERY PERSONABLE, POLITE, AND PROFESSIONAL. HE CLEANED OUT THE CHIMNEY WITHOUT MESS COMING INTO THE ROOM. SINCE I WAS NEW TO THE HOUSE, HE GAVE ME INSTRUCTIONS ON WORKING THE FLUE TO GET MAXIMUM HEAT. HE ARRIVED WEARING THE TOP HOT, WHICH IS CHARMING. WE HAD AN APPOINTMENT FOR 9:00 AM, HE CALLED TO SAY HE WAS RUNNING LATE AND SHOULD ARRIVE AT 9:15AM, 9:20AM. HE ARRIVED AT 9:45AM. ALTHOUGH HE WAS LATE, AT LEAST HE CALLED US ABOUT BEING A LITTLE LATE. WHEN HE WAS LEAVING, HE SAID HE WOULD CALL US IN THE SPRING, WHICH I LIKED.
Description of Work: HE CLEANED OUT THE CHIMNEY OF A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$115
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Contact information

3115 Shenandoah Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Chimney Sweep,
Chimney Repair,
Chimney Caps,
Masonry,
Clock Repair

FAQ

Thee Chimney Bee is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Thee Chimney Bee accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Thee Chimney Bee does not offer free project estimates.
No, Thee Chimney Bee does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Thee Chimney Bee does not offer a senior discount.
No, Thee Chimney Bee does not offer emergency services.
No, Thee Chimney Bee does not offer warranties.
Thee Chimney Bee offers the following services: Chimney Cleaning, Brushes, Rotary System, Inspections, Installs Dampers & Caps, Chimney & Fireplace Repairs, Religning & Rebuild, Masonry.

Contact information

3115 Shenandoah Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205


Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM