Chimney Sweeps, Inc

Chimney Sweep, Chimney Repair, Fireplaces,

About us

Chimney Sweeps Inc. in Lakeside, CA offers a comprehensive array of services dedicated to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and longevity of your chimney and fireplace system. With decades of experience serving the San Diego County community since 1985, we have established ourselves as a trusted provider of chimney-related solutions. Our services encompass a wide range of essential chimney and fireplace care, from regular maintenance to intricate repairs. Chimney Sweeps Inc. is known for its thorough chimney inspections, a critical step in identifying potential issues that could pose safety risks or compromise the functionality of your heating appliance. Our certified technicians meticulously examine every aspect of your chimney system, including flue liners, chimney caps, dampers, fireboxes, and masonry. Regardless of whether you utilize a wood-burning, gas, or electric heating source, our experts possess the expertise to evaluate each type and provide you with a comprehensive assessment. In addition to inspections, our team is well-equipped to handle repairs of varying complexities. From minor fixes like repairing cracks in masonry to more extensive tasks such as chimney rebuilding, our technicians are committed to restoring your chimney to its optimal condition. We specialize in addressing issues like chimney leaks, deteriorating liners, damaged fireboxes, and malfunctioning dampers. By promptly addressing these problems, we prevent further damage and ensure the safety of your home and family. Chimney Sweeps Inc. takes pride in offering installation services for a variety of supplemental heating appliances. Our skilled crews work closely with homeowners to guide them through the process of selecting and installing manufactured fireplaces, heating stoves, fireplace inserts, and gas log sets. With an emphasis on safety and compliance, we ensure that all installations meet the necessary codes and regulations.

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

chimney sweeping and cleaning, leaky chimney repair, masonry repair and chimney rebuilding, repair of chimney tops and crowns, chimney liners, fireboxes, and all other components, chimney waterproofing, chimney and fireplace inspections, installation of manufactured fireplaces, heating stoves, fireplace inserts, and gas log sets, firebox repair and rebuilding, and expert guidance for wood, gas, and electric heating options.

Services we don't offer

Ask for details.

Amenities

Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6474 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
77%
4
12%
3
5%
2
4%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.3
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8

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Showing 51-75 of 474 reviews

Sue B.
09/2017
1.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I asked a Chimney Sweeps rep, when he called to try to schedule an inspection visit in 2016: how it was possible for our fireplace sets to go from "OK, no serious problems; you just might want to consider replacing the hearth kits" to "unsafe to use under any circumstances" in just 20 months when we almost never used either fireplace? The rep had no response, other than that "if the tech said so, it must be so." I said I wasn't interested in Chimney Sweep's "services" any more. Besides the obvious, I thought their prices for "parts" were very high. We used one of our fireplaces pretty extensively last winter, so I had our fireplaces inspected by another company on 19 Sep 2017. Our fireplace sets are both "in good condition," with no "cracks" anywhere to be seen. Perfectly fine to be used at any time
Description of Work: On 26 Mar 2014, Chimney Sweeps did an inspection/cleaning visit for our two fireplaces, and recommended "new hearth kit for main f/p @ $359.00." The receipt also shows "recommend replacing other f/p kit." They installed the new kit on 17 April 2014, and I paid a total of $375.15 (including tax). The only notations on that receipt are "installed new hearth kit. 10-yr warranty" and "call when ready to do other f/p." Chimney Sweeps returned on 15 Dec 2015 for another inspection/cleaning ($49), and this time the tech noted: "both log sets are badly cracked & hearth kit 2nd is shot. Full set - $1,100; logs - $699. Both needed." Under "condition," the tech noted that our "gas logs & full set" were "unsatisfactory" and even "unsafe" (shouldn't even be used, he said, until replaced).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0

$425

GLORY G.
09/2017
5.0
carpet cleaners, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
these two men are extremely efficient and courteous
Description of Work: Carpet cleaning on stairs, bedrooms and hall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jeffrey S.
08/2017
4.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, chimney repair, fireplaces
  + 2 more
I thought the price was too high but the Work quality was excellent.
Description of Work: fireplace/chimney repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,472

Barbara F.
08/2017
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
It went well. They found something wrong that cost a little more. I believe them it was an issue, they showed me pictures. That turned into $1500. I was like wow, that is a big difference. It just seemed expensive to me. I am not fully qualified. I didn't get any bids. They were really prompt, nice, and showed me pictures. They got it done quickly, and cleaned up after themselves. That was good for contractors. There were two workers. They were there for four hours. I hope I don't have to use them again.
Description of Work: They upgraded the spark restorers, and they said the base of the chimney was chipping away, and they repaired that as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Nancy B.
08/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Made an appointment several weeks out, but they were able to come earlier and called to arrange. They did a very neat, clean professional job warning us of potential problems.
Description of Work: Cleaned and inspected our chimney

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Sigrid P.
08/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, fireplaces
  + 1 more
It went very well, we exactly added spark arrestors on both chimneys at the same appointment.
Description of Work: Cleaning and checking two fire places and chimneys

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stephanie R.
08/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, home inspection, chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 2 more
Expert service, kindness, professionalism. I will certainly use Chimney Sweeps Inc for all my future chimney needs. Also to note -- arriving with top hat in hand really added that extra level of friendliness and creativity!
Description of Work: Fantastic chimney inspection and roof/vent cap installation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JoAnn R.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, fireplaces, gas logs
  + 2 more
Great! Professional and knowledgeable. Would hire again.
Description of Work: Chimney inspection and cleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Susan S.
07/2017
4.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
chimney was clean but they cleaned out soot and checked all
Description of Work: inspect and clean chimney

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Scott B.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
They were very professional, courteous, and efficient.
Description of Work: Standard chimney cleaning and inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Wilson G.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Went very well -- highly recommended
Description of Work: chimney and fireplace cleaned

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Carlton F.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, chimney repair, gas logs
  + 2 more
The work went well. They were quick, professional, and thoughtful.
Description of Work: Had my gas log fireplace inspected and cleaned. Turned out the inspection revealed the need for some additional work, which I expected.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$760

Daryl N.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, chimney repair, fireplaces
  + 2 more
It went well. Team was professional.
Description of Work: Cleaning, repairs

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

Nancy M.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Very professional, experienced, knowledgeable. Everything went well.
Description of Work: Chimney cleaned, repaired, new hood, heat reflector installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jean D.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, chimney repair, fireplaces, gas logs
  + 3 more
The work was done on time. Everything was fully explained and the pluses and minuses of different steps were discussed. There was no mess. We don't use the fireplace very often but it is very reassuring to know that, when we do, it is safe as well as functional.
Description of Work: The inspection prior to our purchasing our home identified some cracks in the fireplace wall that we wanted taken care of. Chimney Sweeps did a more thorough inspection and identified additional issues with the fireplace and chimney. They installed a cap on the chimney to prevent further leaks, patched and painted the fireplace and did a thorough cleaning. In addition we had them make some additional changes that were more cosmetic.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Dana K.
07/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Very professional and reliable service. Price was fair and work came out very nice.
Description of Work: We had our chimney cleaned and then decided to convert to a gas log.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Elliott A.
06/2017
4.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Ok but there was an add on needed that was not expected.
Description of Work: Chimney cleaned

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Janet M.
06/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Work was done promptly and satisfactorily. Workers were very professional.
Description of Work: chimney cap was cracked and needed to be sealed (on two separate chimneys)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Norma G.
05/2017
3.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces, gas logs
  + 1 more
Brought sand, not rocks, minimal sparkles, used the old existing product under the logs. The sand is messy, not easy to control, and I wanted all the old materials removed -- looks like loose dirty insulation material. If I vacuum, the sand is going to be sucked up into the vacuum bag. I note that their deal is now $79. instead of the $99. that I paid. That seems more reasonable to me. What I paid was the absolute maximum I would pay, never the "full price", but I did not get what I asked them to do when I originally called, I would try somewhere else and make sure it was done as ordered, but it will probably be a while before that happens.
Description of Work: Fireplace and chimney checked out and cleaned, new rock base, sparkles, and existing logs re-arranged.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Chimney Sweeps, Inc
Please reach out to us at your earliest convenience as we had not heard that you were not fully satisfied and absolutely want to make sure that you get exactly what you were promised. That having been said, sand is vital for any gas fireplace so that the system doesn't overheat and works efficiently but we would be more than happy to work with you on an effective solution.

Sharon S.
05/2017
2.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Chiimney Sweeps Inc was not hired for the job
Description of Work: WE bought the $99 inspection and they wanted $3000 to 'fix' all our problems. We called Chim Chiminey Sweep on Rancho Vista Rd and they were fantastic. Got the whole fireplace and chimney cleaned, painted, a beautiful new ceramic log set all for about $500. Outstanding company. And by the way, there was nothing to 'fix'.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Chimney Sweeps, Inc
Thank you for your review. We always encourage our clients to seek out a second opinion if they have any doubts about our recommendations, however it is very important that you get your information from a comparable source. Where as I am sure the fellows at chim chimney sweep are good guys, the fact is that they are not licensed contractors and do not have the ability or experience in doing the specific work that we recommended. We are compelled by our adherence with building and safety codes as well as our pledge to follow the recommendations of the NFPA to make homeowners aware of any and all potential faults with their fireplace. To do anything else would be irresponsible on our part. That having been said it is always up to each individual homeowner to decide what is best for their home. Thank you for having us out and we hope you have a prosperous 2017.

Bruce M.
05/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair, fireplaces
  + 1 more
Chimney Sweeps sent two members out to inspect and evaluate both fire places, both chimneys, and the roof. They video taped the inspection and played it back during our consultation. After quoting the cost of repairs and cleaning they proceeded to repair the crown, cracks, fireplace gas lines, and flutes, and cleaned inside and out of both fireplaces using a drop cloth to keep the floor tile clean. They were courteous, and professional. I will be using them for future inspections and cleanings.
Description of Work: We have an old house dating back to 1960. The crown covering our duel chimneys were cracked and beginning to raise off the neck of the chimneys. The gas lines in both fire places also had to be replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Chimney Sweeps, Inc
It was truly our honor to serve you and please call on us anytime. Warm wishes for a safe and prosperous year.

Kathy P.
05/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, chimney repair, fireplaces, gas logs
  + 3 more
This company has a true Chimney Sweep craftsman! Very professional. Our chimney and fireplace hadn't been maintained for many years so we ended up purchasing new gas logs and had some repair done to the chimney itself. We were very satisfied with the work, product selection, and price.
Description of Work: We purchased a coupon for chimney sweep cleaning and gas fireplace safety inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Chimney Sweeps, Inc
Thank you so much for the kind review and for having us out. Please let us know if you need anything or have any further questions and we hope to see you again next year.

Anna S.
04/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Great! Came on time, efficient and friendly service, will definitely use again.
Description of Work: clean chimney

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lynne G.
04/2017
4.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps
  + 0 more
The company rep was polite and I appreciated the educational information. But the prices I was quoted for replacing my chimney chase cover and termination cap (aka spark arrestor) were twice what I ended up paying with another professional company. Their price for coming to the site, analyzing the situation, and the price for a chimney cleaning were less than their competitor, but their business model seems to be to pull people in with lower up-front costs and then make their money off of higher mark-ups on the more expensive repairs/replacements.
Description of Work: Chimney chase cover and termination cap replacement, and chimney cleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Barbara L.
03/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, chimney repair, fireplaces
  + 2 more
Good, my chimney is as good as new.
Description of Work: Fix crack in fireplace

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

10036 Maine Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040

http://www.chimneysweepsinc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM


Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
976438
Trade License Locale
California
Trade License Authority
California: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
09/30/2026
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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Chimney Sweep,
Chimney Repair,
Fireplaces,
Chimney Caps,
Gas Logs,
Roofing,
Masonry,
Dryer Vent Cleaning,
Home inspection,
Carpet Cleaning

FAQ

Chimney Sweeps, Inc is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Chimney Sweeps, Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Chimney Sweeps, Inc does not offer free project estimates.
No, Chimney Sweeps, Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Chimney Sweeps, Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Chimney Sweeps, Inc does not offer emergency services.
No, Chimney Sweeps, Inc does not offer warranties.
Chimney Sweeps, Inc offers the following services: chimney sweeping and cleaning, leaky chimney repair, masonry repair and chimney rebuilding, repair of chimney tops and crowns, chimney liners, fireboxes, and all other components, chimney waterproofing, chimney and fireplace inspections, installation of manufactured fireplaces, heating stoves, fireplace inserts, and gas log sets, firebox repair and rebuilding, and expert guidance for wood, gas, and electric heating options.
Ask for details.

Contact information

10036 Maine Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040

http://www.chimneysweepsinc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM