Family owned and operated since 1979.
I am the owner and the only person presently doing the work in the home and have been certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and my wife answers the phone and makes appointments and keeps the books.
We accept cash, personal checks, or credit cards (except AMEX) for payment usually at the time of completing work.
Business highlights
46 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
We sweep and inspect all residential wood burning appliances and perform minor repairs on the same. We install chimney caps and top dampers. We also clean residential clothes dryer vents to prevent fires and increase efficiency of the dryer.
Services we don't offer
We do not do extensive masonry work like laying bricks, building new fireplaces or chimneys, etc.
We do not install new factory built fireplaces and chimneys.
We do not clean air conditioning ducts.
Description of Work: Chimney cleaning & inspection
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
Paula B.
10/2017
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
He was right on time. Kept me informed of all that he was doing. Other than the fireplace is much cleaner you can’t tell that he was even here. Kept the mess contained. So excited to have a clean bill of health for our fireplace and chimney.
Description of Work: It had been quite a while since we had needed him to come back out. His wife would tell us what to check to save us the money when it wasn’t necessary. This time I wanted it to be checked since it has been so long.
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
Bonnie C.
02/2016
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
unknown
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
James B.
01/2016
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
The gent was very professional and engaging. Very thorough, providing detailed instructions and information.
Description of Work: Excellent job cleaning, inspecting and educating us on usage/safety as first time fire place owners.
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
Leigh W.
12/2015
5.0
chimney caps, chimney sweep
+ 0 more
Lon and his wife Bonnie were very friendly and professional. They provided the service costs upfront which I thought were very reasonable. There were no surprises in the final price. I will use them again.
Description of Work: Lon inspected and cleaned 2 fireplaces, one at my rental property and at my primary property. Lon also installed a new top cap on the primary chimney where it was missing.
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
$459
Holly T.
08/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
Great. Very thorough and informative.
Description of Work: Cleaned 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
$150
Russell A.
06/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Gave information regarding chimney odors that did not require a service call thereby, saving us money. Very friendly and informative.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Elizabeth S.
05/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
+ 0 more
Both he and his wife (who handled scheduling over the phone) were very nice and extremely helpful. When I initially called to schedule an appointment, she told me to first test the level of buildup inside the chimney to see if we really needed to get the service, and exactly how to do that. None of the providers I called to get quotes from suggested this, they were only too happy to take our money. So I hung up, and did the test with flat-head screwdriver, then called back to schedule the work. The prices were on a par if not a little better than the other places I had called--paired with their helpfulness and willingness to possibly forego an additional source of income if we didn't actually need them, I was happy to give them my business. When he came to do the cleaning, he was prompt, very thorough, spread protective sheets all around the fireplace so no soot got on anything in the room, and even told us what the main causes of creosote buildup tend to be (placing wet wood on a fire instead of dry). My husband and I were very pleased with the service, and plan on using them again.
Description of Work: He came and cleaned our chimney of accumulated creosote buildup.
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
$120
Carlos S.
04/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
+ 0 more
We scheduled an appointment. Lon was on time. The inspection went very well. He showed me the condition of my chimney. I was very pleased with his professionalism and knowledge.
Description of Work: I was concerned about any s*** build up in my chimney that may have accumlated over the years so I called Lon Rosser for a complete inspection of my chimney. Lon and his wife were very professional. Lon did a through inspection of my chimney system. He may several recommendation for improvement. I was very please with the service..
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
$85
jerry B.
03/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
He checked out all the chimnies and provided additional suggestions and advice.
Description of Work: cleaned two chimnies.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Joy S.
05/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
above
Description of Work: Chimney cleaned and inspected; dryer vent cleaned. I have used this service for several years and would not call anyone else!
Feedback was good and improvements were made to dryer venting. Feedback on chimney was good - indicating no problems or need for cleaning. Brought up several other things he could look at while there, and we did look at several and addressed improvements in dryer venting.
Description of Work: Seemed very honest. Checked chimney from interior to roof. checked gas supply. looked at water heater. looked at exhaust from dryer.
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
$160
Debra E.
01/2014
5.0
home inspection, air duct cleaning
+ 0 more
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Description of Work: Dryer vent cleaning and chimney inspection.
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
$127
Debra G W.
11/2013
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
Lon & Bonnie were FABULOUS! Excellent service, great customer service and NO surprises!!! Fairly priced, extraordinary customer service.....humble people! Look no further!!!!
Description of Work: Chimney Sweep
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
$129.6
Mark B.
03/2013
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
He showed up on time (on a Saturday) and did a great job and got lots of lint out. Dryer works much better now. He also took a look at the chimney and said nothing needed to be done to it. Would definitely recommend and use again.
Description of Work: Needed a dryer vent cleaned out in a condo I own in Arlington after a duct cleaning company did a poor job. The line had a couple of 90 degree turns in it so it was longer and more likely to get clogged than most.
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
$129
Alice D.
01/2013
5.0
chimney sweep, home inspection, masonry, chimney caps, chimney repair
+ 3 more
I have used their service for 30 years. The same guy has serviced my chimney in two different locations. He is a quiet, knowledgeable, and professional service provider. You have to work with his schedule in advance, so it does take some planning but it is well worth the service.
Description of Work: He has done chimney sweeps, put on chimney caps, sealed mortar on the fire box, and he has provided inspections as well in the past.
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
$100
Eric B.
10/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
Top Hat services were quick, correct, and on time. They arrived when scheduled, moved the furniture, put down all the safety and protective gear before beginning. Then they went over the bill, and they departed. Very professional.
Description of Work: Service arrived and began inspection of chimney. Performed internal inspection, checking flew and thickness of soot Performed external inspection, checking for rust and roof conditions. Informed of condition before proceeding with work Work completed in about an hour. Went through final safety checklist.
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
$130
Melinda W.
01/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
+ -1 more
He arrived on time, did a great job, offered some safety tips, and cleaned up every speck of dust and ash before he left.
Description of Work: This is a family business, which provides superior service. My chimney was swept for a reasonable price with no mess left behind. I will be a customer for as long as they are in busiiness.
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
$143
Cherri M.
11/2011
5.0
chimney sweep, air duct cleaning
+ 0 more
I found Top Hat Chimney Sweeps through Google rating recently. The reviews all said such nice things about Top Hat and the owners that I decided to call for an estimate. Mrs. Rosser pleasantly and efficiently gave me a quote and booked us an appointment for a chimney sweep and inspection. My husband had cleaned our chimney a few years ago, but we haven't used our fireplace in awhile because he thought he saw a crack in the firebox. Lon Rosser was so honest. He told me my husband had done a good job, that our chimney didn't need cleaning and that the metal lining of our fireplace is safe to use. Since he didn't have to do the work we had scheduled, I asked him if he cleans dryer vents and he said yes. Our dryer vent exits out the roof, and keeping it safely clean has been a concern. Lon moved out our dryer and found that our (not that old) hose was crunched, brittle, and had shifted to an inefficient position. He cleaned the vent and replaced the hose with aluminum which will be much safer. When Lon went outside to see if he could see dryer lint coming out the vent, I went along and saw proof of the good work. Lon went through a home safety checklist with me before leaving and told his company will contact us in Spring of 2014 to offer service. I was so impressed with the honest and excellent service we received, I told Mr. Rosser I had not been able to find him on Angie's List., and that if it is alright with him, I'd like to tell how much my husband and I appreciate his ethics and the quality of his work. So here we are! Thanks, Top Hat Chimney Sweeps - Mr. Lon Rosser - for professionally preventing chimney fires since 1979!
Description of Work: Mr. Lon Rosser, C.S.I.A. Certified Chimney Sweep, came prepared to clean our chimney today and ended up cleaning our (roof-top) dryer vent!
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Service Categories
Chimney Sweep,
Chimney Repair,
Chimney Caps,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Home inspection,
Dryer Vent Cleaning,
Masonry
FAQ
Top Hat Chimney Sweeps is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Top Hat Chimney Sweeps accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, Top Hat Chimney Sweeps does not offer free project estimates.
No, Top Hat Chimney Sweeps does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Top Hat Chimney Sweeps does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Top Hat Chimney Sweeps offers emergency services.
No, Top Hat Chimney Sweeps does not offer warranties.
Top Hat Chimney Sweeps offers the following services: We sweep and inspect all residential wood burning appliances and perform minor repairs on the same. We install chimney caps and top dampers. We also clean residential clothes dryer vents to prevent fires and increase efficiency of the dryer.
We do not do extensive masonry work like laying bricks, building new fireplaces or chimneys, etc.
We do not install new factory built fireplaces and chimneys.
We do not clean air conditioning ducts.