About Expert Chimney Sweep
Serving Brooklyn and nearby cities.
- Diagnosis before any repair
- Written price up front
- Written price before we start
Expert Chimney Sweep cleans and inspects chimneys, dryer vents and air ducts for homes in Brooklyn and the surrounding area. Our approach is simple: look carefully, explain what we find in plain language, and recommend only the work your home actually needs.
How we approach chimney work
We follow the NFPA 211 standard, which calls for chimneys, fireplaces and vents to be inspected once a year. That yearly check is the foundation of everything we do, whether you burn wood in a fireplace or vent a gas or oil boiler through a masonry flue.
Not every inspection is the same. Chimney professionals use three levels, and we'll tell you which one fits your situation and why before any work begins.
Many Brooklyn homes and small buildings have switched their boilers from oil to gas. When a New York City building makes that conversion, the chimney has to be evaluated as part of the job. A new liner is often needed, because gas exhaust produces acidic condensate that can corrode a masonry flue over time. We check for that so the problem is caught before it causes damage.
- Level 1: a standard yearly inspection when nothing about the system has changed
- Level 2: when the system changes, such as a new appliance or a switch of fuel, or when the home is being sold
- Level 3: when a hidden hazard has to be reached by opening part of the chimney or building
Dryer vents and air ducts, handled honestly
Dryer vents are easy to forget, but they matter. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, failure to clean is the leading factor contributing to clothes dryer fires in homes. We clear lint from the full run of the vent, not just the part you can reach from behind the machine.
With air ducts, we take a more measured approach. The U.S. EPA advises cleaning ducts when there is substantial visible mold growth, signs of vermin, or excessive dust and debris. It also notes that duct cleaning has not been shown to prevent health problems. So we won't promise health benefits, and we'll tell you if your ducts don't need cleaning.
The EPA also encourages homeowners to research the process before responding to very cheap advertised offers and to be careful with chemical treatments. We welcome your questions and will explain exactly what we plan to do and what products, if any, we would use.
Working in Brooklyn homes
Our certified technicians work in row houses, detached homes and multi-family buildings across Brooklyn. We protect floors and furnishings, keep the work area contained, and walk you through what we found before we leave.
Timing matters here. New York City's heat season runs from October 1 through May 31, when building owners must keep apartments heated to the city's minimum temperatures. Scheduling chimney and flue work before the season starts helps owners avoid surprises once the heat has to stay on.
- Clear explanations of what we see, with photos when helpful
- Recommendations based on your system's condition, not a set package
- Cleanup before we go
What to expect
How a visit goes
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We look before we recommend
Every visit starts with an inspection of the chimney, vent or duct system. Recommendations come from what we find, not from a standard list of add-ons.
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We protect your home
We lay down drop cloths, seal off the fireplace or vent opening, and use vacuums to contain soot and dust. We clean up the work area before we leave.
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We explain in plain terms
You'll hear what we found, what it means for safety, and what your options are. We answer questions before you decide anything.
Schedule a chimney or vent visit
Tell us what you're noticing and where you are in Brooklyn. We'll set a time, inspect the system, show you what we find, and give you a written price before any work begins.