I was in the process of preparing my dad's house for sale, and really wanted to know whether or not the integrity of the chimney had been compromised (the house was built in 1945 and has "lived through" numerous substantial earthquakes). Bill was amazing...so pleasant, so approachable, so willing to answer my questions. He crawled around on top of the house, cleaned the chimney from above and then from below. Stuck his head in the fireplace and cleaned some more. He pointed out some minor cracks that were superficial in nature, repaired them, assured me that the fireplace was fine and I could sell the house with a "working wood burning fireplace". He ordered a spark arrester and another part that we needed to make sure it was in compliance, and brought them back and installed them within a week. If you want a great, honest guy who does great, honest work - who does what he says he will do, when he says he will do it, and at VERY reasonable prices, he's your guy. I highly recommend him and wouldn't dream of using anybody else. Super job, made my life very easy at a time when nothing was easy. Thanks Bill!
Description of Work: Cleaned, inspected and made minor repairs to a fireplace & chimney that hadn't been used since the Sylmar earthquake!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Response from CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL
Thank you very much for your business. It was a pleasure taking care of your fireplace needs. I really do appreciate your review on Angie's List. It means a lot to me and my future customers. If I can ever be of service in the future, please call. Thanks, Bill
Chris R.
01/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Inspected and Cleaned chimneys, fireplaces; put on spark arrestors. Went very well.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL
Thank you for your review and for your business. I hope you have many enjoyable fires. See you after you burn a cord or cord and a half of wood. Thanks Bill
Kimberly R.
10/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
Bill was great! He showed up early for our 7:30 a.m. appointment and waited in his truck until I opened the door and waved him in which was very polite of him considering the early hour. He went straight to work on our wood stove to get it ready for winter. We had no idea when it was cleaned last since we haven't owned the home for very long but we figured it had probably been several years. While on the roof, Bill saw that our chimney cap screen was pretty worn out so he went ahead and cut and installed a new piece of screen. He was very friendly and even played with my dogs who were acting pretty obnoxious! Bill did clean work...not a trace of ash or soot left behind. I'd use him again in a heartbeat and highly recommend him!
Description of Work: Cleaned wood stove pipe and replaced chimney cap screen.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Response from CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL
First I'd like to thank you for your business. And most Importantly for giving me a review on Angie's List. I hope you enjoy your wood burning stove this coming winter. If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call. Thanks Bill
Matthew L.
09/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Bill cleaned the chimney and the chimney cap thoroughly, and gave us tips (both written and oral) on how to keep the chimney clean and how to ensure that it draws properly. Excellent service, excellent value, highly recommended.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Response from CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL
Thank you so much for taking time and writing a review. I really do appreciate your business. If you have any questions please give me a call. See you after you burn a cord or wood or so!! May the luck of the Chimney Sweeps be with you. Bill
STEPHEN B.
06/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
jaime G.
06/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
They were great. Showed up on time. Made some recommendations and finished the job the same day.
Description of Work: inspected our both our fireplace.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Oliver G.
05/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Bill was excellent. Cleaned and inspected my chimney then provided all sorts of useful advice on how to properly use it, what type of wood to buy etc. Then gave me a printed out sheet with everything so I didn't have to write it down/remember it all. Will definitely use again (though with his advice it won't have to be too often)!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
NANCY M.
08/2013
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
I called Bill and he was great!! I can't say enough good things about him. He agreed to come the next day, showed up on time as planned with his son Zack. Very polite and professional, which I appreciate as a woman living alone. They got to work immediately, very tidy, efficient. Bill was helpful to advise that Duraflame logs actually cause more debris to develop in the chimney pipe but said I could still get by with cleaning the chimney every 2-3 years without any issues as I don't burn too many fires throughout the year. He did not push for any added repairs or work to be done, thankfully as that is always my fear that they will push for more work and added expense. They showed me what they did, and Bill even invited me on the roof to inspect the inside of the chimney pipe. Cost for thorough cleaning was $100, which I thought was very fair compared with other providers I called. I woudl definitely hire Bill and his son again, and it is nice to know that when Bill retires his son will carry on with the business!
Description of Work: I had my kettle wood burning fireplace cleaned for the first time in 14 years.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
04/2005
4.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
THE GUY CAME IN AND INTRODUCED HIMSELF AS JAKE AND GOT TO WORK. HE WORKED FAST AND FINISHED IN AN HOUR. HE WAS COURTEOUS, EXPLAINING EVERYTHING HE DID, BUT THE CHIMNEY COULD HAVE BEEN A LITTLE CLEANER.
Description of Work: THE GUY CLEANED OUT THE CHIMNEY AND FIREPLACE. BEFOREHAND HE COVERED ALL OF THE FURNITURE AND MADE SURE NOTHING GOT DIRTY.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Response from CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL
Unfortunately I don't think this was my company that came out to do the work. I lost my records from 2005 due to computer crash so I can not check invoices. I am the sole proprietor. It would have been me, Bill or My son and myself. I do not cover furniture. Also I have flat rates of $100 for a one story home with one fireplace or $125 for a two story home with one fireplace. $300 sounds excessive unless I sold you a rain cap with a spark arrester.
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FAQ
CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL does not offer free project estimates.
No, CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL does not offer a senior discount.
No, CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL does not offer emergency services.
No, CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL does not offer warranties.
CHIMNEY SWEEP BILL offers the following services: Inspections and cleanings. Installation of Rain caps with spark arresters. Minor repair.