Description of Work: Chimney brick repair, repointing, and cleaning.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Robert E.
04/2016
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Michael G.
10/2015
1.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
The provider did not show for two scheduled appointments.
Description of Work: The provider did not show for two scheduled appointments
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$2,000
Gerald F.
09/2015
5.0
chimney sweep, masonry
 + 0 more
Returned all calls promptly and did a very good job on all aspects of the repair. Quote was best one obtained. During course of work found more problems that required additional work, but charges for this extra work were more than reasonable. Would highly recommend him for any kind of chimmney work.
Description of Work: Repaired tops of two chimmeys including new top vents. Also replaced a number of crumbling bricks and repaired failed morter.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
Joyce B.
01/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep, masonry
 + 1 more
I had had my furnace serviced and was told by the furnace man I needed work done on my chimney as the liner had slipped. I contacted Metro West Chimney Service after finding their ad in the Angie List monthly magazine. I wasn't sure if I would be outside their area as I am located north of Boston. Metro West was very polite and stated they would be happy to come out and inspect the chimney. We set a date and time. Their service person named Gordy arrived on time and proceeded to inspect the chimney. He confirmed we needed a new liner and a couple of other small improvements. He gave us a written estimate and I scheduled the appointment that day for the repair. Again, Gordy arrived at my home right on time and proceeded with the installation of the liner and the repairs. The repair was finished on a very timely basis and I couldn't be happier. Gordy was very personable, very polite and very respectful. He even took the time to fill out my warranty card with all the information needed so all I need to do is drop it in the mail. I would definitely recommend them to anyone and I greatly appreciate the fact Gordy was willing to travel the distance he did to service my home. Metro West Chimney Service is an A+ as far as I am concerned and so is Gordy
Description of Work: Replaced chimney liner with a stainless steel liner (with lifetime warranty), installed a chimney cap and repaired some mortar areas
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
Lisa V.
01/2015
4.0
chimney sweep, masonry
 + 0 more
Based on this work, they observed some issues with the flashing around the chimney, and also noted that the cap screen had an opening in it. I understood from the technician that the cap was perhaps the wrong size for the chimney and he recommended a new one, and I agreed to have him return to address these issues. After looking at the past records, I saw that I recently had the cap re-set and the chimney re pointed, so I asked him to take a few pictures on my smart phone before he proceeded. The cap looked very secure, the pointing in excellent shape, but there was indeed a gap in the screening. I had him proceed with the flashing repair, but did not have him replace the cap. While a little frustrated, since he'd ordered a new cap, he agreed, we agreed that there had been a miscommunication. I feel that the resulting work was very good, but I would recommend the photo process as part of communicating work that was needed, ensuring that unnecessary work isn't performed.
Description of Work: I had Metro West Chimney Service come out to clean my wood stove flue.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Lisa V.
01/2015
1.0
chimney sweep, masonry
 + 0 more
They did respond about a week after I posted a request on the web site, and promised a follow-up call but they never came. I would not use them in the future.
Description of Work: I told them to get an estimate to address a leaking roof.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
steven B.
07/2014
4.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
 + 0 more
He showed up exactly when promised, did a thorough job, let us know how we could improve the woodstove in a number of ways but gave us no pressure to add anything extra that day. Actually he explained a few things we could do ourselves, and finished installing the cover to the woodstove vent that we had forgotten to do. All in all an excellent experience. I am not sure about relative pricing, but the price was comparable to service when I lived I Boxboorugh.
Description of Work: Cleaned wood stove, vents, chimney
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$169
IRIS B.
07/2014
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
 + 0 more
Arrived promptly. Was professional and personable. Did the work efficiently and told me what he was doing. Made sure to keep the dirt contained and cleaned up after himself.
Description of Work: Cleaned 2 fireplaces and chimney clean out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Bruce M.
07/2014
4.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
They had to clean my chimney twice. The first time must have been with an inexperienced guy. I called them, and they sent someone else out to re-do the cleaning.
Description of Work: They cleaned my chimney.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Katherine S.
06/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
Provider showed up right on time (even early) and called in advance. Appointment was easy to schedule. When the technician came, he told me that the one chimney flue was not very dirty so because he only had to do minor cleaning, he didn't feel right about charging me for that one. He had previously cleaned that same flue the year before.I was impressed by the honesty so I will definitely call them again next year. This was my second experience, and I had positive experiences both times.
Description of Work: I asked to have two chimney flues cleaned.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$149
Christopher F.
05/2014
5.0
chimney sweep, masonry, chimney repair
 + 1 more
David showed up at agreed time to assess situation and provide an estimate. Willingly went up on roof to get a better look. Came down and walked me through the issues: (1) mortar seams broken through water penetration over 22 yrs since new, (2) clay liner breaking down which is apparently rather common. He actually drew some diagrams to help explain it clearly and how he'd fix it better than before (by assuring water would not pool on brick ledges). The estimate seemed reasonable to me and his explanation was clear (demonstrating he knows what he's doing) so I did not solicit competing bids. I brought up the subject of adding a critter cage and he described some pros/cons and I decided on spot to have that added to the work needed; the estimate went from 600 to 750. His initial visit to start work was only a couple days later and again he showed up on time but this time with his assistant. They installed the staging quickly and within several hours had the initial phase of work done; all that was left was to let the cement to setup and install the critter cage. He had a several day delay in getting the critter cage from his supplier but kept me aware of the delay so no big deal. About a week later David and assistant came back to install the critter cage and had that in place and all the scaffolding down within 2 hours. I'm completely happy David did all the work he promised for the price and that it is of top quality.
Description of Work: Replaced exposed clay liner, reset some bricks that had been loosened through freeze/thaw action, put on new crown on chimney, added SS critter cage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
Meghan H.
04/2014
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
 + 0 more
100% on time, professional, friendly, knowledgeable and very reassuring - we will absolutely use Metro West Chimney in the future.
Description of Work: Chimney flue cleaning and inspection/cleaning of fireplace insert and surrounding chimney area.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$170
Sofia G.
04/2014
5.0
chimney repair
 + -1 more
David was great. He came out the same day for an estimate. He came back a day later to do the work and it came out great. He fixed my chimney which had some shoddy repairs years ago and several broken bricks. I already hired him again to come back and do some repairs on my walkway.
Description of Work: Repaired broken bricks on chimney and fixed problems with mortar. Also evened out a brick walkway.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
Rodney F.
11/2013
1.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
This review will be very similar to a review that was posted in July. I called company and the person (male) who answered just said hello without identifying the company or who it was that was answering the phone. I had to ask to make sure I was calling the right number. Once it was established that I had called the right place I wasn't asked how I could be helped or what it was that I needed, so I had to initiate the conversation. Should have known then that perhaps I should just forget about this provider due to lack of professionalism on the phone. I made an appointment for November 6th at 4:00pm. The company never showed up, nor did they call to cancel. Never heard from the company after the appointment was made.
Description of Work: Nothing! Did not show up for scheduled appointment!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Joao S.
11/2013
5.0
chimney repair
 + -1 more
The estimate was timely. Job was done efficiently and in good order. It's our second time using this company for our chimney related issues.
Description of Work: Fix flashing Install cap
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Kelley F.
09/2013
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
 + 0 more
The service was good, clean.. and timely. I had quotes more than 3x's as high. I knew the cost of the pipe bcause we looked into doing it ourselves. This person did a good job and with a great price.
Description of Work: Metrowest Chimney cleaned out the chimney and inserted a seperate pipe from the wood stove up the chimney. Sometimes this is called a liner...
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Margaret S.
09/2013
4.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
Technician showed up within the agreed upon 2 hour window. He performed a inspection of the chimney and exhaust connections on the oil furnace and hot water hear, and patched some gaps within the fittings. After the cleaning he continues with an exterior inspection and recommend some additional work in the future. He provided a detailed quote for the addition work. Overall they were timely in their services and we will be using them again in the future for our chimney needs.
Description of Work: Performed a chimney cleaning for a oil furnace chimney. They also performed a inspection of the external chimney.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
Andrew B.
07/2013
1.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
I called the number listed. Person answered the phone but didn't identify the company. I wasn't even sure if I had the right number. Told him I wanted an estimate on getting my chimney cleaned. He said he was in the car and would call me back later in the day. He never returned my call.
Description of Work: Nothing
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
John J.
05/2013
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
 + 0 more
Went fine. The gentleman showed up on the two dates agreed to, did the repairs and sweeping service, showed my wife where he done the repairs, and provided two bills that added up to the agreed-upon price. Simple and no problems.
Description of Work: Replaced four bricks that had fallen off the shoulder of our chimney. Also fixed three other bricks that were missing chunks out of their exposed surfaces. Came at a later date to sweep the chimney, both the fireplace and gas furnace flues.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Robert E.
03/2013
4.0
chimney repair
 + -1 more
If they had not been 1.5 hours late, I would have rated them "A" on all categories.
Description of Work: Repaired cracks in morter - basement section.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Catherine W.
12/2011
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
 + 0 more
They were actually referred to me by my furnace guy and I was really happy with them. They were thorough and honest. They did a great job. They didn't try to get extra work. There was a whole junk that I didn't use. They kept their quote as to what I needed. They did what they said as to when they said they would do it. They are also going to do my roofing. I've got a quote from them for roofing. The job turned into three and so that speaks about my happiness with them. I will use their services again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Metro West Chimney Service for chimney work. They did actually two jobs in December 2011. They came to do a chimney service and they did my whole chimney itself. They did the chimney cleaning and also redid my chimney.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Brian C.
10/2009
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
The showed up on time, and were courteous. 3 guys used their vacuums and sweeps to do the work, they put tarps down everywhere and were careful. One chimney was exceptionally bad and some soot did get in the room, but I watched them and they really tried to keep that one down to a minimum. The other rooms were clean when they went in, and clean when they left. They gave estimates on a new cap, one furnace flue replacement, and some brink work on a chimney. The guy that seemed like the supervisor was very nice, and explained everything they did in detail.
Description of Work: We have 6 fireplaces and 2 furnaces, so please keep that in mind for the price! One chimney is $165 for these guys, though they do offer deals for multiples. We had all chimneys swept and also some caps and flues checked. Also, Angies List doesn't let you post homes built earlier than1800 -- this is a 1726 house, so it requires a lot of care and feeding.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Judith Y.
01/2009
3.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
They did a good job sweeping my chimney, but they told me I needed a $2000 flu liner. Another company told me that I didn't need it after checking it out.
Description of Work: They swept my chimney.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$135
BERNARD L.
05/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
Work was done at a very reasonable price. Came out promptly when he said he would be there. Very good guy to deal with; it was a very easy business transaction. Most important to someone like me who is retired; there were no hidden charges.
Description of Work: They checked our chimney flues from the furnace and the fire place. Minor fix on the damper door. Installed a cap and a screen. Swept chimney flue. Wrote in large letters on the receipt that the flue is clean and ready to use.
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Service Categories
Chimney Sweep,
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FAQ
Metro West Chimney Service is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
No, Metro West Chimney Service does not offer free project estimates.
No, Metro West Chimney Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Metro West Chimney Service does not offer a senior discount.
No, Metro West Chimney Service does not offer emergency services.
No, Metro West Chimney Service does not offer warranties.
Metro West Chimney Service offers the following services: Chimney Sweep & Repair