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

4.4190 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 51-75 of 190 reviews

James C F.
01/2016
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep, fireplaces, masonry
  + 2 more
Went well. They put sheets over furniture and floor to keep soot from getting onto the furniture and floor.
Description of Work: Swept and inspected chimney. Repaired fireplace lentil and tuckpointed fire place.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Robin H.
01/2016
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
Responded timely to all communications, called prior to arrival and completed work well quickly, including a flashing repair that was recommended.
Description of Work: Clean chimney and inspect

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
$135

Brent P.
01/2016
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
They were awesome, friendly and thorough.
Description of Work: Chimney sweep 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
$130

Barry S.
12/2015
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Brian was very courteous and professional. He explained what he was going to do and then got right to it. He provided a summary of what he did and the condition of the roof vent. He did a very thorough job cleaning up and placed the dryer back in position. I was very pleased and plan to use this service from this provider as needed.
Description of Work: Cleaned the dryer vent from the roof down to the dryer.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

ANNA S.
12/2015
5.0
chimney repair, dryer vent cleaning
  + 0 more
Dave was nice a professional.
Description of Work: clean the dryer vent on top of the roof.

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
$75

Karen P.
12/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 1 more
It went very well. He even was able to adjust one of the f/p glass doors so it opened more smoothly.
Description of Work: Cleaned and Inspected fireplace/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
$150

Lynda B.
11/2015
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Estimate was done on November 16th, and I paid exactly that price, no more. Yes, waiting for a response is rough, however, the workman arrived today as expected, and did not take long to get work done.
Description of Work: Chimney repair. Extension of flue, new flue cap, and new storm collar and new 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
$525.5

JODI C.
10/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
Service call went well. Clean, professional and explained findings. Noted items of concern to keep an eye.
Description of Work: 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
$130

George D.
10/2015
5.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
It worked out excellent! They were here in a heartbeat and they did really great. The service man was Dave.
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

Irvin G.
09/2015
5.0
chimney repair, dryer vent cleaning, masonry
  + 1 more
Katie showed up on time and she and her partner performed the necessary work in a timely and professional manner. Everything about the dryer move went smoothly and we are very pleased with the results. I would highly recommend Chimnee Cricket to anyone needing service for masonary or dryer vent work.
Description of Work: drilled out hole in masonary block, installed new clothes dryer vent, and moved clothes dryer out to my garage.

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
$490

Elizabeth A.
07/2015
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
The work was performed and all went well. We would definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: He was punctual and very professional. We would definitely use them again.

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
$125

Carly S.
07/2015
4.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
I bought a $75 big deal for this service. I had never had it done before and thought they were a bit pricey for what they did. One worker came out and he was there for about 30 minutes. I can't tell whether the dryer vent is working better. I just don't think that he got down inside the actual dryer that well. He supposedly went up on the roof and took out some stuff but after he left then I went down inside the dryer with something to finish cleaning out. I have seen vents where people are doing the same work for $50 so I am not sure I would pay $75 again.
Description of Work: They did dryer vent cleaning.

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

$75

Louise B.
06/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
On Time very thorough polite service professionally done I would recommend them to anyone in the Tampa Bay Area!
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney & everything related in house to 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
$119

Michelle L.
06/2015
5.0
chimney repair, masonry
  + 0 more
For the first appointment, the mason was very prompt, early, in fact. It took some back and forth to schedule the 2nd appointment. The person in the office seems a little disorganized or overwhelmed. She triple booked the mason but he was professional and worked it out and got the job done fast.
Description of Work: I bought the coupon for $139 for an inspection and cleaning. Derek was prompt and professional. I paid an additional $594 (included 10% angie's list coupon) for him to come back out a couple of weeks later and install a combo damper and cap which required a flue extension and new crown.

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
$733

Todd W.
06/2015
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Great service, prompt, friendly, fair price.
Description of Work: Replace chimney cover

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
$500

Marvera M.
05/2015
3.0
fireplaces
  + -1 more
Their work is not yet finished, many months (6 or more) after they agreed to do the work. Twice parts were incorrect for our fireplace, so the installers left, saying parts had to be sent back and reordered. We leave for the summer tomorrow so they say they will return in the fall to finish. We have had a gas fireplace installed in 2 other houses in 2 days, so we are astounded by Chimney Cricket's service. (or lack there of) The phone is not often answered and calls are not always returned. We will not be return customers.
Description of Work: Install a gas fireplace.

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


Ann V.
05/2015
5.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
They did a great job. Unfortunately, I was on a conference call the entire time they were here, so my contact with them was limited. It appears they removed decades of crud from the vent - and my dryer does work much better, as promised! Good job...quiety, efficient, quick.
Description of Work: The crew from Chimney Cricket cleaned out the dryer vent.

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

Trina D.
05/2015
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
I live in a condo and there's another condo over mine. He had to get up on the roof with an extension ladder to inspect the chimney cap. He also came in and checked my damper. It turns out I just wasn't pushing on the handle hard enough to completely close it.
Description of Work: I thought I might have a broken damper and chimney caps. Dave came and checked the damper and chimney caps and both were ok. The caps are a bit rusty and he gave me an estimate to fix them when they would need to be replaced or fixed and said everything was fine. No charge.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jane H.
05/2015
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Recommended replacement product and installed.
Description of Work: Replaced damaged chimney cap.

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
$275

Ray M.
04/2015
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
He arrived on time, did all work discussed and on budget. He was very polite and efficient.
Description of Work: Replace chimney cap and molding

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
$1,200

Judith G.
04/2015
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
When they were finally able to come, their work was very professional and complete.
Description of Work: Repaired two chimneys that were rusted and rotted. One leaked into the house.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Walter K.
04/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep, masonry
  + 1 more
Excellent, very neat & cleaned up exceptionally after cleaning.
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney, checked masonry.

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
$125

KEITH C.
04/2015
5.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
Very Very professional and prompt. He told me what he was going to do, cleaned the line, brought me the lint to show how much lint he found and then went back on roof with dryer running to confirm it was blowing.
Description of Work: Cleaned out dryer vent that we have had numerous problems with.

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

Sean B.
03/2015
3.0
chimney caps
  + -1 more
It was difficult to get in contact with them, and when I did they told me they don't service my area.
Description of Work: I bought a Big Deal with this company.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$139

Anna B.
03/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Called before arrival, punctual, pleasant and great job. Very thorough with information.
Description of Work: Chimney clean/sweep 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
$113

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