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Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc

Chimney Sweep, Fireplaces, Animal Removal

About us

Owner operated. Cost is determined by the job. See website for additional service area.

Services we offer

Chimney & fireplace, furnace flue, woodstove cleaning, inspection of fireplace and chimney, stainless steel caps, animal guards, replacement dampers, top dampers, check mortar crowns, flashing, caulking, masonry sealing, safe removal of birds, squirrels and raccoons, inspections chimney relining.

Amenities

Senior Discount

yes



Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

5.024 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
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0%
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-24 of 24 reviews

Donna W.
03/2016
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Wonderful. I felt that he was knowledgable and did a through job. No pressure for service contract or any additional items. Very good experience. Will call again.
Description of Work: Cleaned the chimney. Told me everything was fine. He cleans from inside the house. He does not climb ladders. No problems with damper or inside fireplace.

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
$165

Dan M.
11/2015
5.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: The chimney was cleaned. The work was very professional with no up selling. The chimney cleaner gave me good advise on how to extend the life of the bricks in the back of the fireplace. I would definitely recommend them.

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
$165

JANET M M.
10/2015
5.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 0 more
Mr. Joliet was able to schedule my appointment for a week after I called, so I did not need to wait a long time for service. He arrived within the 2-hour appointment window and inspected and cleaned the stove flue. Mr. Joliet was pleasant and informative, answering my questions about the operation of the stove. Moreover, his price was $65 less than that of the first company I had scheduled with, who didn't show up on time and did not call to let me know they were going to be late. I intend to use Chimney Cricket for future servicing of my wood stove.
Description of Work: Inspected and swept wood stove 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
$185

Andrew K.
10/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$165

Donald T.
10/2015
5.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces
  + 0 more
Excellent - We contacted Chimney Crickets to assess our chimney and fire places and the inspection revealed no issues and we received excellent instruction on the use of our fireplaces. We only needed one chimney swept. We really appreciated this man's honesty, integrity, experience and skill. We will definitely use him again. The Chimney Sweep service industry is full of scammers who try to upsell the customer on unnecessary repairs - this gentleman was great and honest. We highly recommend him.
Description of Work: Performed inspection of our fireplaces/chimney and sweeping.

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
$165

Paul M.
01/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
The work is excellent. He took over an hour to do the job and cleaned up very thoroughly. I would highly recommend them. They are great. The price is right where it is supposed to be. I use them every year.
Description of Work: I use Chimney Cricket Sweeps for chimney sweep service. They cleaned one chimney that goes to a wood stove the last time.

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
$165

JOEL G.
12/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Couldn't have gone better. The provider kindly accommodated my needs and worked me into his schedule with a next day appointment. He arrived promptly, was knowledgeable and diligent in his work, and thoroughly professional in how he handled everything. Left area completely clean. Would not hesitate to recommend to friend/family.
Description of Work: Cleaned/swept chimney. Also removed a dead bird that had gotten into 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
$165

Bret K.
12/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney

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
$165

Amy S.
07/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
unknown

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

CHRISTOPHER S.
11/2013
5.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces, animal removal
  + 1 more
sweep one chimney -- came out fine
Description of Work: .

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
$165

Ward S.
07/2013
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Very good. I have a wood stove fireplace insert, which is used daily during the heating season. As a result, my chimney is pretty dirty at the end of the heating season. I called him on Saturday, and he returned the call the same day. He offered me a time late Monday morning. He arrived when he said he would and was on site for a couple of hours. The chimney was clean when he left. He offers helpful advice on the wood I burn and the way I use the stove. I will use him again next year.
Description of Work: Swept down 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
$170

Marita A.
12/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
The appointment ran smoothly, starting when expected, finishing in a timely manner.
Description of Work: Chimney was swept, the damper was put back into it's socket and most importantly I received a much-needed thorough explanation of how my particular damper worked.

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
$165

Durand H.
12/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Excellent
Description of Work: Excellent Service. Arrived on time, and performed the chimney sweep and inspetion professionally and at a reasonable charge.

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
$160

Sheryl B.
11/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Mr. Joliet promptly returned my phone call; he quoted me a reasonable price and told me right away that if the chimney did not need sweeping, it would be $30 cheaper. He arrived within the time frame he promised. He was very knowledgeable and fair. He told me all about the condition of the fireplace and inspected the masonry work that had been done on the outside. He determined that sweeping was not necessary. He spent a great deal of time explaining to me the principles how the fireplace works and what would happen given the flow and structure of my house; he could tell how it had been used in the past; and he told me what to avoid in terms of the heat of the fire and size of logs to burn. He also told me about ensuring wood is dry when burned and the issues that would impact correct functioning of the fireplace. I am now very confident about using this fireplace and what to expect; being a novice, this has been a rewarding interaction. Overall, I did not expect him to take the time he did and was very impressed. No doubt he is a caring and honest person. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: Inspect and sweep the wood burning fireplace.

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

Raymond L.
11/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Very smoothly. On time and worked neatly.
Description of Work: Came on time to clean the chimney and did not try to sell us anything we did not need. I would and have recommend to friends.

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
$200

Thomas C.
07/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Excellent from start to finish. Gave clear, far estimate on the phone, arrived on time, worked hard and well, kept to estimated price, took time to explain some issues with my chimney, no attempt to seel additional products and services. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: 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
$185

Joyce W W.
11/2011
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
It was a very well-done job. I would recommend this company and use them again.
Description of Work: A very thorough job was done. I was not given a sales pitch about anything I did not need. This was a routine chimney examination 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
$155

Michael H.
06/2011
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
They are good and they did a very nice job. They are actually quite good. They didn't try to sell me anything that I didn't need. He was pretty through about cleaning the chimney and he gave me a very thorough description of the status about it. I have no complaints. I would recommend him.
Description of Work: I used the service of Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc about two months ago for chimney 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
$80

Tracy S.
06/2011
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
They were good. I would use them in the future.
Description of Work: I used Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc to do an 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
$125

SANDRA S.
11/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I contacted Chimney Sweep in the morning requesting to have my chimney cleaned for the upcoming season. Greg was very professional over the telephone. He informed me that he had an opening later in the day. As I requested, he called before coming to my home. I have a very heavy wood burning stove. He pulled it out and completed the work. To both of our surprise, he found a squirrel behind the stove. There's a cap on the chimney, so it is still not clear how the squirrel got in. He removed the squirrel and proceeded with the job. He did a terrific job. He gave me a lot of information about how to burn wood, how to shop for wood etc. The job was completed in a couple of hours. I would definitely recommend this company to others and, of course, will gladly call on them again.
Description of Work: Routine chimney 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
$185

Stephen M.
08/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
Greg was wonderful. As others have noted, he provided a wealth of information, including a list of suggested repairs/maintenance (which he does not do, so this definitely is not a case of someone identifying a host of false problems just to get more business). He was prompt, friendly (both on the phone and in person) and responsive. We will definitely use him again.
Description of Work: Greg swept two of our flues (wood burning stove and a fireplace) and assessed two others and determined they did not need to be swept.

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

Sandra L.
05/2008
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I was very pleased with the service. This was the first time that the chimney had been cleaned. Greg was very patient in answering all my questions in terms that I could understand. He took the time to let me practice how to open and close the damper correctly so I don't dislodge it again.
Description of Work: He cleaned and inspected the chimney of my wood burning fireplace. He also reset the damper which was out of position.

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

NINA P.
10/2007
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
He showed up on time (even though it was raining). He did a quick inspection from inside and was a wealth of information about how to properly maintain my fireplace and how to have a good fire. He worked quickly and cleanly. He even brought his own hand towel to wash up afterwards. He also inspected the chimney from the top. I'm very pleased with the work and the advice.
Description of Work: Swept 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
$135

ELIZABETH O.
12/2006
5.0
chimney sweep
  + -1 more
I called three chimney sweeps for quotes, and Chimney Cricket was about $30 less than the other 2. We made an appointment for Saturday morning, and he showed up right on time, got right to work, and was meticulous about cleaning up after himself. The work was excellent, and Greg was very professional. The price was exactly what he quoted. I believe he's a one-man shop, so I think Greg the one who will do the work, and I recommend him highly. I will definitely call him back in the future. (I was disappointed that he wasn't wearing a chimney sweep hat like Dick Van Dyke's in Mary Poppins - but you can't have everything.
Description of Work: Swept 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
$135

    Contact information

    PO Box 23, Olney, MD 20830

    www.chimneycricketsweeps.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured
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    Service Categories

    Chimney Sweep,
    Fireplaces,
    Animal Removal

    FAQ

    Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    No, Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc does not offer emergency services.
    No, Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc does not offer warranties.
    Chimney Cricket Sweeps Inc offers the following services: Chimney & fireplace, furnace flue, woodstove cleaning, inspection of fireplace and chimney, stainless steel caps, animal guards, replacement dampers, top dampers, check mortar crowns, flashing, caulking, masonry sealing, safe removal of birds, squirrels and raccoons, inspections chimney relining.

    Contact information

    PO Box 23, Olney, MD 20830

    www.chimneycricketsweeps.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM