Cincinnati Chimney Sweep & Repair - 513-685-9025

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Hamilton County and the surrounding area
of Cincinnati, Ohio

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Services We Offer

Annual Chimney Sweep and Creosote Removal, Annual Inspection, Roof Repairs and Masonry Rebuilds, Chimney Lining, Crack and Gas Leak Repairs, Correct Improper Drafting, Firebox Repair, Obstruction Removal, Dryer Vent and Furnace Flue Sweeps, Cap Installation, and more. Give us a call today!



Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Cincinnati provides professional chimney sweep, chimney cleaning, and chimney repair services in Cincinnati, Ohio. We are fully licensed in the state of Ohio, and also keep up with the latest fire safety courses available. This is because your family's safety is our number one priority and we meet that priority by eliminating chimney and heating appliance hazards that can cause house fires.  The best way to maintain that safety is to be certified and knowledgeable in every aspect of the chimney business.  Our professional certifications ensure that your chimney cleaning, inspection, and repairs will be done in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association's regulations for chimney fire safety.

The National Fire Protection Association Standard 211 says, "Chimneys, fireplaces, and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits, and correct clearances. Cleaning, maintenance, and repairs shall be done if necessary." Not only does Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Cincinnati highly recommend you get your chimney inspected and cleaned once a year, we also recommend cleaning it more often if you see a buildup of creosote that is 1/8 of an inch thick.

Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Cincinnati strives to bring the highest level of professional and technical expertise to our service area as well as educate our customers. We provide a detailed explanation about the decisions you face regarding your chimney and guide you through the options available. After you are completely informed, we work with you to choose the safest and most efficient solution at the most economical price.

Call Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Cincinnati prior to the winter rush to get us when we are not inundated with work. Spring and summer work is off peak and you will have no problems getting someone to do the work quickly. Of course, we are available all year to service your needs, please call today! Nothing is more important to us than the safety of each one of our customers.

Chimney Sweep Useful Tip:

How does a professional chimney sweep repair chimney flashing?
Chimney flashing protects the house from mildew and water that seeps in through the rooftop. It is always advisable to keep the chimney flashing in top order unless you want to soak yourself in water and mildew that could seep through the points where the roof meets the chimney.

You would diagnose a problem simply as the chimney doesn't do its work of letting out smoke as it should. But professional chimney sweeps would surely be able to differentiate between what would require a chimney flashing repair and a chimney crown repair. Be sure to get expert help in this case.

Chimney flashing is the area looked into with the greatest care and interest by chimney sweepers are out on an annual or regular inspection of chimneys. It needs to be examined for cracks and leaks. If the water-tight binding between the chimney and the roof becomes loose or develops some gaps, it would need to be resealed to prevent any damage to the roof and the chimney. In case the metal flashing goes missing or is damaged by corrosion, it might need to be replaced entirely.

Chimney flashing is usually made of metals like aluminum and stainless-steel. Sometimes copper could also be used. Copper is usually the longest lasting of these. Copper is the most popular metal when it comes to chimney flashing. This is because of its durability. The malleable corners make up a water tight enclosure. Some people prefer lead over copper because of its ductility. What counts, at the end of the day, is that there should be a watertight compartment.

All this is done to prevent water from entering the chimney. If the flashing needs to be replaced, the chimney needs to be measured along with the roof. The best time to do this would be when a completely new roof is being planned to be placed over the house. The chimney-sweep could help with the installation of the metal pieces around the chimney.

The Repair Work
To repair damaged flashing, the first step would be cleaning of the dirt or debris around the area intended to be repaired. The chimney sweep would cut some fabric big enough to cover the area to be repaired. He would leave 3 inches of fabric on each side to wrap it all over the chimney. Next, the roof and the chimney need to be covered with a duct tape. Using a flashing sealant around 1/8 an inch thick, he would seal the area inside the masked area. The seal would be covered with the fabric. The fabric's ends are to be cut and wrapped over the corner of the chimney.

Minor cracks between the roof and the chimney could be repaired and sealed with the help of caulk. Brick chimneys are liable to damage in the course of a few years, and a silicon-based sealer is recommended to be used as a sealant. This is not the only way to keep water at bay, but some chimney sweeps do use this method.