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Jiminy Chimney

Chimney Repair, Chimney Sweep, Fireplaces,

About us

Jiminy Chimney is a full service chimney cleaning and repair company. We have been proudly serving the Chicagoland area since 1985.

Business highlights

40 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Chimney Sweep & Inspection, Animal Removal, Chimney Caps, Flues Relined, Damper Repairs, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Masonry Repairs, Gas Log Retro-Fit, Tuck Pointing, Chimney Rebuilds, Fireplace Repair and Remodel.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9152 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
89%
4
5%
3
3%
2
1%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 76-100 of 152 reviews

amy G.
12/2017
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
AMAZING!!!
Description of Work: Our roofer told us that the flu in the chimney was broken and needed to be repaired. I called Jiminy Chimney (I was driving behind them and called from my car) to set up an appointment. The receptionist is very nice and accomodating and the guys came out to take a look. They were unable to do an inspection (which we were told that he needed to do) that day so he asked if he could come back the next day. Long story short, he inspected it, put some tape around the sheet metal and said it was fine. He called to tell us he was on his way over to assure us that he was coming. Very nice, responsive and professional. He was so nice that he didn't even charge us because nothing was wrong and he had to come back due to his schedule. Great company with great customer service. Will hire if needed in the future and you all should as well!

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Jiminy Chimney
Thank you for the kind review!

Lesly B.
06/2017
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Great. We would use them again.
Description of Work: We bought a new home and had the chimney inspected so we could use the fireplace safely.

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 Jiminy Chimney
Thank you for the kind review.

Kim F.
08/2014
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
Rich was very knowledgeable and professional as he cleaned and inspected the chimney in our newly purchased older home. He showed us camera images of the insides and provided advice on how to correct the issues. The following day, he and a co-worker installed a second damper to seal off air leaks. We will hire them in the future to install a new liner and will contact Jiminy Chimney should any other needs arise.
Description of Work: Cleaned and inspected our chimney and installed a stainless steel damper to prevent unwanted air flow.

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
$688

Catherine W.
08/2014
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Rich was punctual, professional, knowledgeable, friendly, a good communicator, and suggested multiple solutions to the problem. Because I was not having the work performed the same day, there was no charge for the detailed inspection. I will definitely choose his company to perform chimney work in the future.
Description of Work: I had an urgent need for a chimney inspection, and Rich (the owner) came the same day I called to inspect a very old chimney to diagnose a problem and offer multiple solution options.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Elaine C.
07/2014
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Came on time, worked very effectively, very nice man, did free inspection of chimney.
Description of Work: Installed two new caps and inspected 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
$300

Rick O.
07/2014
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Repaired damage as promised and at price quoted. Personnel highly competent and professional. Would not hesitate to use them again.
Description of Work: replaced vent from water heater and furnace.

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

Response from Jiminy Chimney
Thank you for the kind review, it was a pleasure working with you.

Jake G.
06/2014
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
I am so happy with the service that Jiminy Chimney provided!! When Rich and Joe came out to quote the job, they arrived on time and were very patient with all of my questions. They were very respectful of my home, took off their shoes and cleaned up the mess that came out of my chimney when they opened the door to inspect it. They had a type of camera which they sent up the chimney to see if there was any blockage. One of the other companies that had come out to quote the job used a little mirror and flashlight. When they came out to do the job, again, they were on time, which is greatly appreciated. I also liked the fact that their window was 2 hours. They did the work in the time frame I was given and within the quote that I was given. They exceeded my expectations. I am a very satisfied customer and would highly recommend Jiminy Chimney. Rich and Joe are an asset to the company.
Description of Work: Jiminy Chimney put in a new chimney liner and a 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
$1,500

Response from Jiminy Chimney
Thank you very much for the kind review.

Alan R.
06/2014
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Joe did a wonderful and professional job. We appreciated the information he shared with us. All work was done to our satisfaction.
Description of Work: Cleaned and capped chimney. Found cracks on concrete cap and repaired and sealed.

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

Response from Jiminy Chimney
Thank you for the kind review, it was a pleasure working with you.

Harith R.
05/2014
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Great job and very responsive.
Description of Work: Evaluated chimney for birds and setup for lighting.

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
$570

Response from Jiminy Chimney
Thank you for the kind review.

Geri A.
05/2014
5.0
chimney repair, dryer vent cleaning
  + 0 more
The servicemen arrived in the middle of the scheduled window of time. They were both wearing identification as employees of Jiminy Chimney. The dryer vent had not been cleaned properly in a very long time. They took pictures of inside the line which was very full of lint. They explained clearly what this was doing to the efficiently of our dryer and longevity of our dryer. They cleaned it out completely, which took a minimal amount of time....15 minutes tops? Then they took an after photo to show me the difference. They were very quick and very courteous. We will definitely use them again the future and will schedule vent cleanings at least once a year, if not more. Especially since the productivity of my dryer has increased immensely. The cost was originally $149, but I received a discounted rate of $129 as an Angie's List member. Also, they took note of an issue with the structure of our chimney, took photos of it and explained the issue to me and offered an estimate.
Description of Work: Cleaned the dryer vent to the outside, which hadn't been done in quite a long time.

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
$130

Kimberly B.
03/2014
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
Unfortunateley I wasn't home when the work was performed but all went well and the price was right!
Description of Work: Cleaned and inspected 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

Tracy M.
03/2014
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 1 more
Jiminy Chimney is fantastic! They were on time and very professional, as well as informative. The staff and animals here at the Hooved Animal Humane Society appreciate their work!
Description of Work: Inspected 3 fireplaces and cleaned 3 fireplaces (6 fireplaces total)

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
$695

Jill B.
02/2014
5.0
chimney caps, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
They fearlessly confronted it and cleared it all out. We have four fireplaces in our house and they advised us that each was in great shape, put new caps on both chimneys and we have enjoyed all four ever since!
Description of Work: They cleaned out an enormous nest from our chimney that some sort of pterodactyl built. They advised us to step outside because they were not sure what sort of creature built said nest.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Adrienne M.
11/2013
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
I use Jiminy Chimney every year. They are very good and dependable. I would highly recommend their services.
Description of Work: Clean chimney, creosote treatment, interior 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
$377

Krista M.
10/2013
4.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
Rich was very accommodating in squeezing me into his schedule due to an alarming situation where my hot water heater was exhausting in the basement due to a flue issue. He came out promptly and inspected the flue to ensure there were no blockages and advised how to avoid the poor draft problem.
Description of Work: Inspected a reverse flow situation in my hot water heater flue.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Lori P.
10/2013
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep, masonry
  + 1 more
It went very well, they were very pleasant and finished the job to our satisfaction, even cleaning up after themselves. I am going to be calling them again for cleaning again very soon.
Description of Work: Chimney cleaning and some minor repair on grout/bricks.

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

Alfred C.
09/2013
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
Things went very smoothly and professionally. The technician was on time, wore shoe covers whenever he was inside,laid out a tarp to protect my carpet, quickly swept the chimney and showed my how much debris was removed, performed the HD camera inspection, and also pointed out that the log lighter had been worn down and the fireplace grate was also in need of replacement. After getting me a grrat price to replace the log lighter, he also pointed out what I should look for in a fireplace grate. He was honest about everything. He quickly cleaned up, and left me extra business cards to hand out to friends, as I strongly support this business that treats customers fairly and does excellent work.
Description of Work: Jiminy Chimney cleaned my entire chimney, inspected using a HD camera, identified where the previous owner had neglected the log lighter and installed a new one, and left my basement living room looking as good as new. The technician was very professional, polite, pleasant, and honest about what I could do on my own to keep the fireplace running perfectly. I will use them again and refer them to anyone that I know with a 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
$188

Pamela B.
09/2013
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
  + 0 more
They bent over backwards to be helpful, and did a great job. Their cost was very reasonable. I would also say they were very honest.
Description of Work: They cleaned our chimney. They also told we would eventually need some repair work on the chimney, and since I couldn't afford the work needed to permanently fix the problem, they provided a temporary solution that enabled us to get through the winter.

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

kartik S.
09/2013
5.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
They came on time and performed the job very well. I have no complaints and think they did a great job.
Description of Work: They did dryer vent cleaning for me.

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

Jim K.
09/2013
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
After the inspection, they provided an assessment and suggestions on the repairs they thought were necessary. They were very thorough and punctual, and did a nice job. We were pleased with their work. They were very professional and polite, and did a great job with their responsiveness and following up.
Description of Work: They inspected two chimneys and chimney caps using a camera in a home we were considering purchasing.

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

Maria L.
09/2013
5.0
dryer vent cleaning
  + -1 more
He was totally awesome and helpful. He did such a great job I recommended him to my neighbor a few doors down on that same day. I will certainly use him again if I need to. I felt the price was reasonable.
Description of Work: He cleaned out my dryer vents. He also moved the washer and dryer away from the wall so I could clean behind them.

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

Natanael R.
09/2013
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 1 more
The guy was very clean, very helpful, and explained everything he was doing. He walked me through everything he was doing as he was doing it. Afterward, he cleaned up so well after himself, you couldn't even tell he had been there. This really stood out to me, and I really appreciated that since I have kids. He was also right on time, which was important to me. I will probably use them again when I get my chimney inspected before this winter season.
Description of Work: They did an inspection of my chimney and fireplace, and then swept the chimney afterward.

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

MICHAEL B.
08/2013
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Installation went smoothly and the installer kept me informed of progress. Job was completed within the time estimated. Installers were friendly and courteous.
Description of Work: Installed stainless steel chimney liner and cap. Applied rubberized coating to the 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
$1,200

cathy D.
07/2013
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair, fireplaces, masonry
  + 2 more
free detailed estimate, on time installation, cleaned up nicely. Met all expectations, easy to work with. Answered many questions and clear explanation of ramifications of the job.
Description of Work: Installed stainless steel liner in chimney for hot water heater, repaired chimney masonry, poured new cap with drip edge, replaced first clay tile in fireplace flue, repaired damper, replaced gas fireplace piping to code including two cut off valves.

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
$1,300

Diane F.
09/2012
5.0
chimney caps, chimney repair, chimney sweep, dryer vent cleaning, fireplaces
  + 3 more
Rich and another employee showed up on time and immediately went to work on cleaning the upstairs & basement chimneys. They used tarps and kept the entire work area clean. I had told him about some chimney swifts that were living in the chimney over the summer. and they showed me the large nest they had left behind. After the cleaning, he had installed 2 chimney caps, at my request, to prevent further animals nesting in them. I also had them waterproof the chimney and repair any cracks that were found. We had just purchased this house last September and this is the first time we ever had fireplaces in any of our homes so we really did not know what to except with this service call. Rich was very informative and I did not feel he was trying to sell me more then what was needed. We will defiantley be using him again!
Description of Work: Cleaned and inspected 2 Fireplaces, removed a large bird nest from one chimeny, installed 2 chimney caps, crown repair and water proofed chimeny

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
$476

Contact information

538 Herbert Rd Ste #3, Lakemoor, IL 60051

http://www.jiminychimney.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade

Trade License Number
8035
Trade License Expiration
09/30/2018

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Chimney Repair,
Chimney Sweep,
Fireplaces,
Chimney Caps,
Gas Logs,
Masonry,
Dryer Vent Cleaning,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Natural Gas Lines

FAQ

Jiminy Chimney is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Jiminy Chimney accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Jiminy Chimney offers free project estimates.
Yes, Jiminy Chimney offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Jiminy Chimney offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, Jiminy Chimney offers emergency services.
No, Jiminy Chimney does not offer warranties.
Jiminy Chimney offers the following services: Chimney Sweep & Inspection, Animal Removal, Chimney Caps, Flues Relined, Damper Repairs, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Masonry Repairs, Gas Log Retro-Fit, Tuck Pointing, Chimney Rebuilds, Fireplace Repair and Remodel.

Contact information

538 Herbert Rd Ste #3, Lakemoor, IL 60051

http://www.jiminychimney.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM