Ithaca Chimney Sweep & Repair - 877-425-9908

Our Service Area

Tompkins County and the surrounding area
of Ithaca, New York

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877-425-9908

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 Ithaca provides professional chimney sweep, chimney cleaning, and chimney repair services in Ithaca, New York. We are fully licensed in the state of New York, 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 Ithaca 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 Ithaca 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 Ithaca 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 to prevent fire in a wood burning stove:

First it is important to have a clear interior. Burning of wood causes a variety of dirt, ash and creosote inside of the fireplace. A buildup of too much creosote can cause chimney fires as creosote is highly flammable. Cleaning the fireplace will both make it more presentable, and helps to overcome the potential hazard of the buildup of creosote and other materials in the stove. Many of the particles left behind after the burning of wood can be harmful to our bodies if we are exposed to it for long periods of time. They are the professional in their work and will repair your chimney and will replace any part required. It is very important that you take proper care of your chimney to stay away from dangers that it can cause in your home.

Burning the right type of wood is very important, if you buy cheap wood that is of low quality there will be lots of buildup of creosote and other unwanted residue in the stove. To avoid this it is important to burn the right type of wood. Some examples of wood that can be burnt more effectively are maple, oak, ash, and birch. Especially do not burn green wood, as green wood does not produce enough heat, and produces large amounts of smoke and creosote.

Another important this is to watch for smoke, if there is a large amount of smoke produced by a stove take it as a sign that there is either something that needs cleaning or that there may be a fire in the making. To avoid accidents keep a watchful eye on the stove. Also look for different residues such as soot or creosote which are flammable, and may catch on fire. All working furnaces and wood stoves need minimum distances and clearance between top, bottom, front and back stove and combustible materials. Any insufficient clearance can cause heat made by stove to enter the nearby combustibles, and causing serious fire. Chimney for the wood stove should be UL listed or masonry, as well as factory built. Do not in any situation, should the unlined and single brick chimney get used for the wood stove. The single brick chimney is prone for deterioration and that can allow dangerous conditions to come up.

Many homes have got unlined chimneys made of the double brick. These are used for the wood stove after checking for the cracked mortar and loose and missing brick carefully. The metal sleeves listed by Underwriters Laboratory can be used as the chimney lines in case they were made for this use. The factory made, metal chimneys should not get used with the coal stove, as corrosive flue gases made by coal fire can cause rapid deterioration of your chimney.