Sweeps, inspections, masonry and fireplace repair across the Twin Cities. Written price before any work starts.
MN License #BC788528
Level 1 and Level 2 inspections, the national standard for chimneys and venting.
We work Minnesota roofs year-round and know what freeze–thaw does to brick.
Recent work
Real photos from our crew: problems we find on the roof, work in progress, and finished chimneys. Tap a photo to see it full size.
The clay tiles inside this flue had cracked and pulled apart. Heat and gases can escape through the gaps into the framing of the house, so a liner like this needs to be replaced before the next fire.
Moss holds water against the brick, and every freeze pushes the faces apart. The cap had rusted through too. We recommend cleaning, sealing and a new cap.
Several bricks under the crown had broken off, leaving open holes for water. This is fixed with brick replacement and tuckpointing.
We took the damaged top courses down to the flue tiles, then rebuilt with new brick, mortar and flashing.
On this rebuild we removed loose brick down to solid masonry and protected the clay flue liner before laying new brick.
A finished chimney with a new crown poured across the top and new caps on both flues to keep out rain, animals and debris.
Honest. Fast. Local.
Licensed in Minnesota (#BC788528). You see photos of every finding and a written price before any work starts. No surprises on the bill.
Services
One crew for everything from a yearly sweep to a full chimney rebuild. Not sure what you need? Start with an inspection.
Not sure what you need? Tell us what you're seeing. We'll tell you what it takes and what it costs.
How it works
Call or send the form. A photo of the chimney helps if you have one.
We confirm a day and an arrival window that works for you.
The crew protects your floors, does the job, and photographs everything.
We walk you through the photos, what's urgent, what can wait, and the price.
Service area
From our home base in Burnsville across the south, west and east metro.
Chimney sweep, chimney inspection and chimney repair across the Twin Cities metro. Don't see your city? Call (952) 395-3235. We often cover nearby towns too.
FAQ
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The national standard (NFPA 211) calls for an inspection once a year. Cleaning is needed when buildup reaches about 1/8 inch, which for many wood-burning homes means once a year as well.
Level 1 covers the parts you can reach and see: firebox, damper, crown, cap and exterior. Level 2 adds a camera scan of the inside of the flue and is recommended when you buy or sell a home, change fuel type, or after a chimney fire.
No. We lay drop cloths, seal the fireplace opening, and run a HEPA vacuum while we work.
Yes. Cleanings and inspections run all year. Masonry repairs depend on temperature, so we schedule those for days when mortar can cure properly.
The smell itself usually comes from creosote, which is flammable. It's worth having it cleaned and inspected before your next fire.
Most local companies charge about $189 to $249 for a standard sweep. Our fall special is $179 for a sweep plus a Level 1 inspection through December 31. Repairs are quoted in writing after we inspect.
A cap keeps rain, snow, birds and squirrels out of the flue. It's one of the cheapest ways to prevent water damage.
Free quote
Tell us what's going on and we'll call you back within one business day with a price and a time. Prefer to talk now? Call the crew.
(952) 395-3235