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- ARC Chimney SweepsThey did great. The guys were pleasant, they were professional, they answered any questions we had. There were two people who came to do the work. It took them probably less than an hour to complete the work.
- ARC Chimney SweepsThis was my first Angie's List purchase, and it convinced me to continue my subscription and to explore other deals through the service. Scheduling was easy, and the work was done well. The guys who performed the service were polite and efficient. They left me with an overall evaluation of the chimney's "health" with detailed recommendations for future service. When my husband and I get ready to have more work done on our chimney, I plan to contact ARC
- ARC Chimney SweepsExcellent! Representative was on time, friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Would recommend and use their services again.
- ARC Chimney SweepsThey were on time and performed the work without issue. We purchased the house last year, and the chimney had not been cleaned in a while. They did a great job, and we would use them again.
- ARC Chimney SweepsThey sent over a great guy. Very knowledgable. No need to go anywhere else. I'll definitely call them back against each the next cleaning.
- ARC Chimney SweepsVery well; they advised me on types and sizes of fires safe for my particular fireplace and advised me of a potential weakening place in the firewall. They finished cleaning my flue and firebox within 1/2 hour.
- Black Widow Chimney Sweep, LLCThey showed up at exactly the time they said they would and cleaned a chimney that probably hadn't been serviced in decades. Two building inspectors had noted that it was one of the worst creosote buildups they had seen. Took them less than 2 hours and they left no mess at all. Will hire again.
- Clean Sweep Chimney Svc IncThey were right on time; the issue I had with smoke in the house was explained in detail, the problem corrected, and the work done professionally.
- Clean Sweep Chimney Svc IncThey found that work I had performed by another company was not up to code, and essentially another company had lied to me about servicing my chimney. Not only did they sweep the chimney and performed the repairs I wanted, but they replaced a chimney cap and broken flue handle (one that the other company said couldn't be fixed). They handle the handle machined for me - and didn't charge me an arm and a leg! They were very efficient, on time, courteous...and they actually came in under the estimate they provided (by $20 or $30, but still...that is unheard of!). These guys are wonderful - best experience I have ever had with a vendor! I will definitely use them again every chance I get
- The Mad HatterEveryone I dealt with was extremely courteous, professional and accommodating. They were right on time, and inspected and cleaned the fireplace and cleaned the dryer vent. They also took the extra time to answer several questions and explain how my gas fireplace works. I will definitely use them again and would recommend them as well
Last update on March 11, 2020
Chimney Sweeps in Birmingham
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.
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.
In some cases, you don’t need to do anything to prepare for chimney sweeping, but professionals always appreciate leaving the area clean and easy to access. As such, it’s a good idea to move fireplace accessories like screens and fire tending tools out of the way, and lay down tarps of drop cloths around your fireplace opening to help keep your floors clean. Laying down a plastic sheet under those cloths or tarps is a good idea if your fireplace is surrounded by carpeting, just to add extra protection. Finally, secure any pets or children away from the work area.
You should plan to ask your chimney sweeper questions about the cleaning process they intend to use, the project timeline, and more to get a sense of which professional is right for the job:
What is your process for cleaning chimneys?
How long will the process take?
Will you protect my floors from soot and debris?
Will you do a chimney inspection, too?
Do you have certification from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) or the National Fire Institute (NFI)?
Will you need access to my roof?
chimney sweeps in Birmingham
Companies below are listed in alphabetical order.
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- BJ's Chimney Service130 Inverness Plz
Birmingham, Alabama 35242 - Genesis 1:1 Construction & Painting LLCPO Box 320784
Birmingham, Alabama 35232 - Streamline Home ServicesPO Box 43662
Birmingham, Alabama 35243 - The Mad Hatter2100 Rocky Ridge
Birmingham, Alabama 35216
- BJ's Chimney Service
- A
- Air Duct Crew5301 E Princess Anne Rd
Norfolk, Virginia 23502 - ARC Chimney Sweeps4670 Woodbine Rd
Pace, Florida 32571
- Air Duct Crew
- B
- Batts' Chimney Services501 McAllister Road
Albertville, Alabama 35950
- Batts' Chimney Services
- C
- Cahaba Plumbing3990 Christopher Dr
Vestavia Hills, Alabama 35243 - Clean Sweep Chimney Svc Inc1727 Wallstown Rd
Hayden, Alabama 35079
- Cahaba Plumbing
- H
- HISTORICAL HOMECRAFTERS INC932 Copena Dr
Pelham, Alabama 35124
- HISTORICAL HOMECRAFTERS INC
- P
- Patch Adams Roofing and Chimney6350 Glenview Dr
Gardendale, Alabama 35071
- Patch Adams Roofing and Chimney
- R
- Ralph Bidwell ( Handyman )1301 Meadow Ln
Mulga, Alabama 35118
- Ralph Bidwell ( Handyman )