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The Mad Hatter Chimney Service

Chimney Sweep, Chimney Repair, Air Duct Cleaning,

About us

When you have a fireplace, the risk of a fire in your home is something that is always in the back of your mind. The Mad Hatter Chimney Service would like to put your mind at ease with our array of chimney services. We have seen firsthand how devastating a house fire can be due to a chimney that was not maintained properly. Without the proper maintenance of sweeping and inspections, a home fire is a true threat. Let our years of experience go to work for you.

Business highlights

31 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Chimney sweeping & inspections. Chimney & masonry repairs. Dryer vent cleaning. Air duct cleaning. Chimney caps & dampers Installation.


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Reviews

4.7317 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
4%
3
4%
2
6%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.6
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.9
Showing 151-175 of 317 reviews

Jaime W.
11/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I had an appointment for 4pm that day. Dave called and asked if he could come by earlier due to cancelations so the appointment took place at 1pm. Worked very efficently and took care not to dirty my house or slam doors. The whole process took about 30 minutes. Paid $139 with Reach coupon. Dave said I had a small crack but it wasn't anything to be concerned about until it became a certain size. Recommended to come back after burning 3 ricks of wood.
Description of Work: First level 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
$139

ANDREA A.
11/2009
5.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 0 more
I called the company and explained that I had a home for sale and in response to an inspection report I needed the chimney cleaned fairly soon. They immediately contacted my realtor to set up an appt within about 2 days. They performed the work and my realtor reported that they did a good job and were very professional. I appreciated their efforts to do the work in a timely manner to respond to our preparations to sell our home.
Description of Work: The Mad Hatter came out to inspect and clean a chimney in response to a home 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
$149

Brad M.
11/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Sean arrived precisely on time. He immediately began inspecting the chimney and was careful to not get the carpet dirty. When finished, he left a description of what he had done. He appeared to know exactly what to look for, and attempted to correct a problem he found that was beyond the scope of a cleaning. I had mentioned Angie's List when I called for a $10 discount, but forgot to mention it again when he left so I paid $149 instead of $139.
Description of Work: Inspection and cleaning of 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
$149

ALICE M.
10/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
It went very well. He was very professional, thorough, and I'd highly recommend using him to clean your chimneys!
Description of Work: Dennis came out on a Saturday afternoon to clean the 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
$139

KAREN A.
10/2009
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
It went extermely well. They were very professional and did what they said they were going to do. I would use them again.
Description of Work: They rebuilt a chimney for us from the bottom up.

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
$1,800

GERRY L.
10/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
They were very good and arrived on time. They did an excellent job containing the dust from the cleaning and vacuuming after the work. They were also honest and let us know we may not need a cleaning each year. Their pricing is competitive.
Description of Work: They performed a chimney sweep.

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

Edward S.
09/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I called the Mad Hatter to have the chimney cleaned and they were able to schedule an appointment for the next day. The cleaner came exactly when they said they would, spent about 90 minutes cleaning and checking the fireplace. They were neat and the entire experience was excellent. I would recommend them to others.
Description of Work: Cleaner the chimney and checked the fireplace and flue.

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
$149

ANN H.
08/2009
4.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Everything turned out just fine. They were very responsive--we just made one call and got everything scheduled. They did a good job and we would use them again.
Description of Work: We had them clean our chimney.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

PAUL B.
07/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
They did an excellent job and I would hire them again.
Description of Work: They swept the chimney and cleaned out raccoon debre.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$149

Chris C.
07/2009
5.0
air duct cleaning
  + -1 more
They were professional and came on time. I could tell a difference in the air quality when they were done - they were very effective. If needed, I would use them again.
Description of Work: They cleaned my air ducts for me last year.

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
$400

CHARLES W.
07/2009
5.0
chimney caps
  + -1 more
They were very neat in the clean up, professional, and I can't recommend them highly enough. They went above and beyond.
Description of Work: They replaced the main flue line. They also repaired the exterior of my 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
$800

DAVID & SHEILA E.
07/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
We were satisfied with the work, the cleanliness, and the price.
Description of Work: They cleaned 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

MARY K.
06/2009
5.0
chimney caps
  + -1 more
They replaced two chimney caps with stainless steel so they will never rust. One chimney was not square so they had to reshape the cap to fit perfectly on our chimney. The other chimney cap went perfectly.
Description of Work: We had two chimney caps replaced due to rusting and falling into disrepair. They came out th same day I called, and gave me an estimate. They did the work within a week.

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
$1,700

SIBYL S.
05/2009
2.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I paid them for the service call when he went 1/2 way up the chimney. They advised us they could not go all the way to the top of the chimney. They advised we needed to take the insert out, but we were able to get it working again without doing so.
Description of Work: I had them come out and they advised us we needed work done that would be very expensive, approximately $2500.00.

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

$135

Response from The Mad Hatter Chimney Service
We were scheduled to perform a sweep and inspection of a woodburning insert which is $229, when our technician arrived he discovered that the insert is mortared into the fireplace opening and cannot be pulled to properly perform the sweep and inspection. This is an improper installation of this woodburning insert and does not meet the codes of the National Fire Protection Association standards which we follow. Since our technician was not able to pull the insert to perform the sweep he only charged her the price of a routine sweep of $139. Our recommendation to this customer was to have an approved liner system with a positive connection to the insert installed. While they may have gotten the insert working, it is still an improper installation.

JASON & KARA S.
04/2009
4.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
They were punctual and professional.
Description of Work: They did a chimney sweep.

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


Andrew & Lindsay T.
02/2009
5.0
chimney sweep, dryer vent cleaning
  + 0 more
They were so nice to work with and very professional! I asked lots of questions to try to understand how everything worked and the man (I forget his name) walked me through everything and explained every detail. When they left, you didn't even know they had been there...left it cleaner than it was before they arrived!
Description of Work: They came out to clean the chimney and dryer vents. First time I've ever had this done before, so I didn't know what to expect or what they would do.

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

JOHN R.
02/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Troy arrived exactly on time and was very professional. There was no mess from what could have been a very messy job. His equipment was well maintained.. He also was very informative about some general questions I had. I had also talked to them at the Indianapolis Home Show, and was impressed with their ratings from Angies List.
Description of Work: Routine sweeping including "level I" inspection of chimney, structure, flue and firebox.

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
$129

JENNIFER AND PAUL Z.
01/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
The Mad Hatter is awesome. It was a tough job for SEVERAL reasons, like the 2 additional raccoons the chimney sweep found as he was cleaning, but they charged us exactly the price quoted and went above and beyond the call of duty to help the guy from the animal removal company chase out the raccoons. I could not be more pleased with The Mad Hatter.
Description of Work: I called The Mad Hatter to clean out my chimney after we had an enormous raccoon removed that was living there for several years.

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

PATRICIA O.
12/2008
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
  + 0 more
They were great to work with. They gave us a quote and the price turned out to be lower. They were easy to get a hold of and they cleaned up any mess they made.
Description of Work: They did a chimney cleaning and they installed a steel liner.

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
$3,000

THOMAS B.
12/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Dennis Lamb, the owner, gave me the estimate and personally conducted the work. He was extremely prompt and professional. I am already recommending his company to colleagues.
Description of Work: Inspected and cleaned 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
$149

Clark J.
12/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Dennis called as he was running ahead of schedule and asked if that would work for me. It was about 30 minutes earlier than the appointment, but it worked out great for me as well. He was thorough, cleaned up the areas where he worked and explained what he was doing and answered all my questions satisfactorily. He was courteous, friendly, professional and thorough.
Description of Work: Inspected and cleaned chimney, which is 25 years old. Cleaned out 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
$270

MIKE K.
12/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Overall - they were very professional and thorough. Did a good job explaining what they were doing and what they saw, as well as various items to keep an eye on. Also recommended I get a chimney cap. While I agreed to get the cap, they've yet to come out and install (however, they may be due to weather more than anything else).
Description of Work: Performed a chimney sweep & basic inspection.

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
$149

Victoria E.
11/2008
5.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 0 more
Sean Anderson showed up right on time, explained the process, took care to cover the carpet near the fireplace, and did a very thorough job of examining and cleaning the fireplace and chimney. He also examined the exterior and chimney cap on the roof and made some suggestions for upkeep and maintenance. When I asked if some maintenance and repairs could wait for Spring, he was quick to agree and noted that the fireplace would withstand the season(no hard selling!). He also took the time to explain the damper, the ash door, and how to best build a fire(we are completely new to being fireplace owners). His notes were extensive and we got copies of everything. He was super-efficient and polite. The cost was exactly as quoted.
Description of Work: Examined and cleaned the fireplace, chimney, and 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
$149

SUSAN R.
11/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I loved the fact that I could schedule an appointment on line late at night. I was contacted promptly the next day to settle in on a time. On the day of the appointment, Dennis Lamb called to say he could come earlier if it worked for me and it did! Dennis was extremely personable and a delight to have working in my home. He was extremely clean about his job and very efficient. I also enjoyed being on his C-team! Thanks Dennis! I will be calling for service again next year!
Description of Work: Chimney 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
$139

Mike S.
11/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I didn't realize how quickly a chimney can be swept. I didn't really shop around a whole lot, but it seems like they all charge about the same amount. The price seems high for how quickly the job is completed. The Mad Hatter chimney sweep was very helpful. He took the time to explain the parts of the fireplace and chimney, how things work, and how to start a fire properly without letting smoke into the house. He didn't seem to be rushing out the door. I would probably use Mad Hatter services again.
Description of Work: Our chimney was swept for the first time. They basically just shove a special brush up the chimney and vacuum up anything that falls down to the fireplace. They also did a really basic inspection of the fireplace and anything they can see without any special tools.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$139

Contact information

5288 E 65th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220

http://www.madhatterindy.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

Licensing

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Service Categories

Chimney Sweep,
Chimney Repair,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Chimney Caps,
Dryer Vent Cleaning,
Fireplaces,
Masonry,
Appliance Repair,
Animal Removal,
Home inspection,
Heating and Air Conditioning

FAQ

The Mad Hatter Chimney Service is currently rated 4.7 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

The Mad Hatter Chimney Service accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, The Mad Hatter Chimney Service does not offer free project estimates.
No, The Mad Hatter Chimney Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, The Mad Hatter Chimney Service does not offer a senior discount.
No, The Mad Hatter Chimney Service does not offer emergency services.
No, The Mad Hatter Chimney Service does not offer warranties.
The Mad Hatter Chimney Service offers the following services: Chimney sweeping & inspections. Chimney & masonry repairs. Dryer vent cleaning. Air duct cleaning. Chimney caps & dampers Installation.

Contact information

5288 E 65th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220

http://www.madhatterindy.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