Chimney Cricket

Chimney Repair, Chimney Sweep, Dryer Vent Cleaning,

About us

Chimney Cricket, Inc was founded in 1990 and has been growing strong ever since. We have expanded not only our geographical reach, but also our range of products and services. What began as just a few chimney sweeps working out of one location has now become a multi-state operation with a wide variety of masonry work, fireplace and chimney services. Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida for all your needs! Our commitment to providing quality masonry work, fireplace and chimney services as well as our dedication to serving people’s needs have earned us over 250,000 loyal customers. We constantly strive to improve our business and grow our customer base. St. Petersburg: (727) 577-1446 Sarasota: (941) 926-3662

Business highlights

35 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Free estimates - Licensed & insured - Masonry, dryer vent cleaning, chimneys, & fireplaces! Brick & stone repairs, dryer vent cleaning, porches, paver sealing, tuckpointing, gas & true masonry fireplaces, pavers, chimney sweeps, chimney repair, new fireplaces, and much more!

Services we don't offer

Just ask

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Financing Available

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.4191 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
65%
4
13%
3
6%
2
3%
1
13%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.3
professionalism
4.5
responsiveness
4.3
punctuality
4.5

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Showing 101-125 of 191 reviews

Walter I.
02/2019
1.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
They never responded to me
Description of Work: Damper replaced on fireplace. Chimney cleaned.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Patricia O.
01/2019
1.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Never responded
Description of Work: chimney cleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from Chimney Cricket
We are not located in your area. Our location is in Florida.

Sue F.
01/2019
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Very punctual and professional.
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

Wayne B.
12/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, fireplaces
  + 1 more
They did a very nice job.
Description of Work: General cleaning and inspection

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
$179

Response from Chimney Cricket
Thank yo so much! We are so happy too assist you. Don't forget your yearly dryer vent clean. Talk with you soon. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

lisa A.
04/2017
5.0
stucco
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Marilyn W.
01/2017
5.0
chimney sweep, dryer vent cleaning
  + 0 more
they always do a good job.
Description of Work: Chimney cleaned and dryer ducts 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

Heidi C.
12/2016
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Very well.
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

Response from Chimney Cricket
Thank you so much for your review!

gayle J.
12/2016
5.0
chimney repair, dryer vent cleaning
  + 0 more
They did a good job
Description of Work: dryer vent 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
$75

Response from Chimney Cricket
Thank you so much. We appreciate your review. Just a friendly reminder its almost that time for your yearly dryer vent clean. :)

Peter B.
12/2016
3.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
Cancelled order
Description of Work: Misleading ad.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0

$90

Response from Chimney Cricket
Sorry too hear this. Hope we can assist you with your dryer vent cleaning this year.

Marilyn K.
09/2016
5.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Philip D.
08/2016
4.0
chimney repair, dryer vent cleaning
  + 0 more
on time, performed as expected
Description of Work: clean dryer vent

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Larry P.
07/2016
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Janet C.
07/2016
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Dryer vent...great

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
$75

Ronald C.
06/2016
5.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Carlos R.
06/2016
2.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
4.0

$200

Kenneth H.
03/2014
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair, masonry, stucco, woodworking
  + 3 more
This was not a "no brainer" job. I have several large live oak trees on the east side of the house where the chimney is located. One major trunk overhangs the top of the chimney and had previously caused some damage.. So, Jon and Gordon spent lot of time trying to figure out a solution that would reduce the risk of future tree damage during high winds. For this they designed, fabricated, delivered and installed a unique design of cap and chase cover that meets our needs. They chose aluminum coated steel to inhibit rust, but we will probably paint it at a later date when we paint the house. We chose not to replace the wood trim. They repaired the stucco as requested. They honored the original price quote. A combination of my undergoing medical procedures, the summer weather and the custom design work by Jon and Gordon meant we didn't actually do the job until August 28th. They were prompt, performed the work in 5 hours and delivered a quality project. It was worth the wait. I encouraged them to update their listing on Angie's list. They are insured and bonded, based in Sarasota but do work in Hillsborough, etc. They ask for a small down payment. Credit cards are accepted. I hoped to have some BEFORE and AFTER pictures but they are not available, because I neglected to ask soon enough. My bad!
Description of Work: Tear out and replace chase cover with decorative sides. Tear out and replace 13 x 17 stainless steel chimney cap. Replace wood trim around perimeter of chimney. Labor and materials, cleanup and haul away debris included included.

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
$1,035

David K.
01/2014
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney caps, fireplaces
  + 1 more
He was very professional. Every thing was cleaned after he finished with the fireplace. The quality of work was excellent.
Description of Work: Cleaned the fireplace and chimney. Checked the roof chimney cap.

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
$114

W Andrew C.
11/2013
5.0
masonry, chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 1 more
We think it went very well. The work was completed in a timely fashion and resolved the leaking problem to the best of our knowledge.
Description of Work: Repaired flashing around a two story exterior chimney, tuck pointed the loose mortar, and re-sealed the chimney to prevent further water intrusion.

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
$6,500

Catherine G.
07/2013
1.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I had scheduled an appt for Friday. They said the appt time would be between 1pm and 5pm. So I left work early and waited. 4:15 pm I called and left a message on the local number. no reply, so then I called the 800 number and spoke to a woman who said she would have the driver call me and they never did. I lost 4 hours from work and I should send them a bill. Never use this company.
Description of Work: nothing

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


hendrik V.
05/2013
1.0
chimney repair, stucco
  + 0 more
When installing a new roof the roofer found that his flashing would not adhere to the chimney as the stucco was floppy and no new plywood had been installed. The chimney work was redone by the roofer, at considerable extra cost, but on time and of flawless quality.
Description of Work: took a week to do some plywood and stucco repair but missed a large portion of the chimney which was apparently just patched with a bondo like substance

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$3,400

Kellie M.
05/2013
5.0
masonry, chimney caps, chimney repair, dryer vent cleaning
  + 2 more
They were great. We have an old house with a unique chimney and they were able to get everything fixed.
Description of Work: Repair flume, re-brick, install smoke guard, install top.

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
$750

jeannine C.
04/2013
5.0
masonry, chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 1 more
I didn't see any final pictures and could only observe from ground level. I'm going to have a mitigation inspection for home insurance and then I could give a better overall review. Below: Would I like to share this? You already filled in the answer. My answer is NO.
Description of Work: Patched and filled in mortar around stones in chimney. Chipped out the old, put in new. Redid the chimney cap which had eroded.

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
$650

Ann F.
03/2013
4.0
stucco
  + -1 more
I had a hard time getting them to come out. Their overall work was fine. They still had some more apparently that they were going to fill in but I haven't had a chance to call them back.
Description of Work: Chimnee Cricket did stucco repair on some cracks around the house.

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

$225

Adam Y.
08/2012
3.0
masonry
  + -1 more
I contacted them for possible masonry work at my home and got great email and phone response from the person who schedules appointments. I explained the work I needed done and they agreed that to budget it appropriately they needed to visit which I totally agreed with and preferred. She told me a person would be in my area the very next day and he would be in contact with me. 2 hours later, that person called and we exchanged information and he told me I would see him the next day. He would call my # when he was closing in so I didn't have to wait around, which is always my preference since I work very close to where I live. So far, so great. Next day comes, no call. No email, nothing. I send a message to the person at the company the next day who had been so helpful telling them how unhappy I was, half expecting an apology or an explanation. A week later, I've never heard a thing back from anyone. I suspect that the work in question was on the border of their sweet spot for what they normally do. Reviews of their work on other sites are great, so I would not dissuade anyone from trying them out but when someone sets up an appointment and does not show up, I have to give them an F for responsiveness
Description of Work: Masonry work on the front stone entryway to my home. Possible re-sealing and repair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0


SALLIE R.
10/2009
4.0
chimney caps
  + -1 more
They will give me an estimate for the job. I want the flashing around the chimney to be repaired. I want a damper put on. I need a new cap for the chimney. They were good. They seemed to know what they were talking about.
Description of Work: Chiminey Crickett came out today to check my chimney for a variety of jobs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

1882 Porter Lake Dr Ste 105, Sarasota, FL 34240

http://www.chimneycricket.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
CRC1331286

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Chimney Repair,
Chimney Sweep,
Dryer Vent Cleaning,
Fireplaces,
Chimney Caps,
Masonry,
Stucco,
Gas Logs,
Gutter Cleaning

FAQ

Chimney Cricket is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Chimney Cricket accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available
Yes, Chimney Cricket offers free project estimates.
Yes, Chimney Cricket offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Chimney Cricket offers a 10% senior discount.
No, Chimney Cricket does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Chimney Cricket offers warranties.
Chimney Cricket offers the following services: Free estimates - Licensed & insured - Masonry, dryer vent cleaning, chimneys, & fireplaces! Brick & stone repairs, dryer vent cleaning, porches, paver sealing, tuckpointing, gas & true masonry fireplaces, pavers, chimney sweeps, chimney repair, new fireplaces, and much more!
Just ask

Contact information

1882 Porter Lake Dr Ste 105, Sarasota, FL 34240

http://www.chimneycricket.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed