What are the most common chimney problems?

<div><p>Some of the most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/common-chimney-issues-and-repairs.htm">common chimney problems</a> include:</p><ul><li><p>Creosote buildup</p></li><li><p>Chimney blockage</p></li><li><p>Deteriorating brickwork or stonework</p></li><li><p>Cracked chimney top</p></li><li><p>Damaged flashing</p></li><li><p>Flue liner damage or deterioration</p></li><li><p>Damaged chimney cap</p></li></ul><p>If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection. </p></div>

How much does chimney sweeping cost?

<div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-chimney-sweep-cost.htm">average cost for a professional chimney cleaning</a> is around <b>$250</b>, but prices range from <b>$130 to $400</b> or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.</p></div>

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Q: Is it okay to sweep your own chimney?

<div><p>While it&rsquo;s possible to sweep your own chimney, it&rsquo;s usually not a good idea for two reasons. First, inexperienced DIYers are more likely to miss areas of the chimney, which still leaves the risk of house fire due to the remaining residue. Second, chimney sweeping seems like a simple process, but it&rsquo;s highly dangerous. Soot and creosote are both carcinogenic and can cause breathing issues and lung damage. If you don&rsquo;t take the same safety precautions that professionals do, you could be putting yourself at risk of serious bodily harm.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2017
Lou and the others from Chimney Solutions came to reconstruct the top part of the chimney, install a new cap, and install a chimney liner. I couldn't be there while they were working, but my wife was, and she was happy with their professionalism and work while they were doing it. She picked out...
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Reviewed in October 2012
Very prompt service and best prices I have found in the area. I certainly believe their expertise and will have them back next season.
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Reviewed in April 2015
We called because of a leak that others were unable to fix. Chimney Solutions examined the area and proposed a solution that worked. They came quickly, worked efficiently and neatly, and cleaned up what little mess they made. We were very happy with their work.
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Reviewed in February 2013
I needed a new chimney liner and the chimney rebuilt, reflashed and caped. It is a very high and the liner had to be custom made. Mark gave me a quote about a year ago to do the work but I did not have the money. I called him up when I got the money and he still honored the old quote. ...
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Reviewed in November 2012
All services where performed satisfactorily. Everything was done timely and the staff was courteous.
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Reviewed in May 2009
They were very knowledgabe in discussing alternative liners and why a single liner could cause problems because of the particular set-up of our furnace and water heater. They were on time for preliminary appointments and to do the job and were neat and pleasant to work with. They installed the...
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Reviewed in October 2010
I was pleased to find out that our chimney was already lined. A previous inspector told me it needed a new liner, which would have cost thousands. That other chimney guy doesn't return calls though, so I was very pleased with Chimney Solutions. They came when they said they would, did a great...
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Reviewed in November 2012
The company recommended the flue liner when they swept my chimney a year ago and noticed the flue was oversized for the wood stove and also damaged. Their recommendation was confirmed by another company so I was confident it was accurate. When he scoped out the job for the estimate, the owner...
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Reviewed in November 2009
Lou came over and inspected the situation, then quickly sent us an estimate. He was able to get the work done within a week and a half, working on a Sunday to finish off the work (we needed it done before tenets moved in.) The brickwork was done quickly, and the crew was very good about cleanup...
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Reviewed in September 2011
I called Lou in May because the chimney in a home that I had just purchased was dangerously in need of repair . He arrived on time for the inspection and gave me an estimate for that repair and the repair of another chimney in the house. I decided to go ahead with the repair of the stone...
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While it’s possible to sweep your own chimney, it’s usually not a good idea for two reasons. First, inexperienced DIYers are more likely to miss areas of the chimney, which still leaves the risk of house fire due to the remaining residue. Second, chimney sweeping seems like a simple process, but it’s highly dangerous. Soot and creosote are both carcinogenic and can cause breathing issues and lung damage. If you don’t take the same safety precautions that professionals do, you could be putting yourself at risk of serious bodily harm.

Some of the most common chimney problems include:

Creosote buildup
Chimney blockage
Deteriorating brickwork or stonework
Cracked chimney top
Damaged flashing
Flue liner damage or deterioration
Damaged chimney cap

If you suspect you have a chimney problem, contact a masonry contractor for an inspection.

The average cost for a professional chimney cleaning is around $250, but prices range from $130 to $400 or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.

The National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) recommends chimney sweeping once per year as a means of avoiding house fires and massive property damage. Over time, creosote and soot build up in your chimney from burning wood and a lack of ventilation. These compounds are both highly flammable, which means a build-up of them inside your chimney puts you at an increased risk of house fire. Chimney sweeping removes any residue and helps reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury from fire.

On average, chimney repairs cost about $455. However, because of the vast range of potential repairs needed, the cost to repair a chimney ranges widely from $160 to $15,000, depending on the type and extent of repairs required.

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