Clean Sweep Chimney Service has been in business since 1983 cleaning and repairing chimneys throughout central Va. We install wood and gas heaters and service both. We do all forms of masonry repair and water provention. We offer free estimates on repair jobs and have a set rate for chimney cleaning.
Business highlights
41 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
full service solid fuel and gas installations. All forms of chimney repair and rebuilding. Relining of flues with stainless steel and aluminum liners. Chimney cleaning and inspection. Animal removal and prevention.
He did an excellent job and is reasonably priced. We will definitely keep his card and use him for upkeep our our fireplaces.
Description of Work: He checked out the two chimneys in the house we bought. He cleaned both, plugged holes where the gas lines were. He is coming back to put a cover on one of the chimneys.
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
$115
JOYCE T.
01/2017
1.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
 + 0 more
Never received an estimate and he never came back.
Description of Work: Chimney repair
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Robert G.
02/2016
5.0
chimney sweep
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Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Beverly M.
12/2015
5.0
fireplaces
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unknown
Description of Work: Brent Runyon is very professional, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced. He inspected both my gas stove and fireplace & gave me an estimate for some work I need to have done in the spring. I would recommend him to anyone.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Eric S.
09/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney flue and stove pipe.
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
$110
Cheryl C.
05/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
I asked Brent to clean my parents' chimney so that my 82 year old father wouldn't kill himself by going up on the roof again. Brent called my parents to arrange a time and was very sensitive about handling my father so he wouldn't feel humiliated. I really appreciate the service and the way it was handled.
Description of Work: Cleaned the flu, checked woodstove fittings
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
$115
Timothy S.
03/2015
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
No problems at all. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Took time to explain and discuss. Only knock would be did not follow up to set a time to install a cap. We asked for this and were told they'd contact us to set up a time to come and do so. Not sure what happened.
Description of Work: Cleaned chimney and 2 sets of gas logs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Wayne R.
02/2015
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They cleaned the fireplace and chimney, inspected for earthquake damage and for other damage and wear. Everything was exactly as it should be.
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
$75
Joshua P.
12/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Clean Sweep Chimney Services stopped by and gave me a free estimate of some future work but I would like to do on my chimneys. They also were very knowledgeable. They gave me great information about use and care of my gas logs. Overall, I was very impressed with their professionalism, knowledge, and I will definitely use them in the future
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
May C.
08/2014
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Clean Sweep took down my leaning chimney to the roof, cleaned the bricks and rebuilt the chimney, doing an excellent job.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
$1,700
steven O.
08/2014
5.0
chimney sweep, chimney repair
 + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cleaned and painted 3 fire places. Also sealed 2 flues and installed chimney ornamental cover.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
James C.
03/2014
5.0
chimney sweep, fireplaces
 + 0 more
We are having gas logs put in two separate fireplaces in our house. Brent Runyon came highly recommended by our realtor and Angie's List. He was very professional and did an inspection of both fireplaces and the chimneys. He found that neither chimney needed and cleaning and only charged us for the inspection. He was also very knowledgeable about gas logs and gave us a ton of advice on what to look for when we go to purchase them. I would highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Inspection of two fireplaces and chimneys.
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
$55
Beth M.
01/2014
5.0
chimney sweep
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Description of Work: .
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
David C.
12/2012
5.0
chimney repair, chimney sweep
 + 0 more
I had zero knowledge of anyone working in the chimney cleaning and stove installation in the area and began making calls in September to get some quotes on both the cleaning and installing a woodstove. A competitor came to give an estimate and 2 weeks later we still had not heard back. Brent came and did the cleaning and left us with an estimate that turned out to be correct after the work was finished (stove installation). They will need to see the type of stove and inspect your chimney before you can get an estimate. don't trust any given out without seeing the project as each can vary considerably. There are also safety reasons to have a professional do the work - it turned out our chimney had a squirrels nest of dry leaves and sticks inside! We could have easily burned down our home. Always have your fireplace checked out when moving in to a new home. We chose a very small woodburning insert from Northern Tool; very basic and inexpensive ($900). For some reason inserts are more expensive than free standing woodstoves. We had 6 cords of wood leftover from having some oak trees taken down and now we can use that to keep our selves nice and cozy.
Description of Work: Brent Runyon is a very competent, professional sweep and chimney technician. He cleaned our chimney, removed the flue plate and installed a wood burning insert along with pipe and cap of course. We are extremely pleased with the quality of his work and the price. He shares his knowledge on how to care for your stove and chimney and get the most out of your woodstove. With a little shopping around we bought our stove, had it installed and had the chimney cleaned for less than $1,700. I figure I will recoup the cost in less than 5 years and after that it will all be saving us money on electric usage. I highly recommend Clean Sweep Chimney services to anyone, Brent's a true pleasure to work with.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Tonia H.
07/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
Brent was very professional and nice to work with. We are very pleased with the service and would recommend him.
Description of Work: Removed dead bird and cleaned out chimney from droppings and nests. Also put in a box that would prevent any more birds to build a nest in our chimney again.
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
$124
Martha W.
01/2012
5.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
. We were very satisfied with the work done on our chimney and fireplaces. They came when they had scheduled and the work was done and they cleaned up everything after the work was finished.
Description of Work: We had 2 fireplaces inspected and cleaned. Also had cap put on top of chimney to keep leaves and animals out of chimney.
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
Nick L.
10/2010
1.0
chimney sweep
 + -1 more
I originally called and set up and appointment for a chimney sweep and inspection. They called before the appointment and said they would need to reschedule based on something they had to do for a friend. This was understandable, although more notice should have been given. So we rescheduled for another date. The morning of the second appointment, I had to cancel and reschedule due to torrential rains that caused flooding in the basement where the stove was located. They called back to reschedule when I wasn't available. I called them back many many times and left many messages. No one has since returned my calls. I originally called them before the cold weather started so that I would be able to retain their services before the cold-weather rush. They even promised over the phone to have our chimney ready before the cold weather set in. Here it is almost November and no return phone calls, no one answering the phone when I call, and a stove that is still waiting to be swept.
Description of Work: Chimney sweep and inspection for a one year old wood stove.
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Service Categories
Chimney Sweep,
Chimney Repair,
Fireplaces
FAQ
Clean Sweep Chimney Services is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Clean Sweep Chimney Services accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Clean Sweep Chimney Services offers the following services: full service solid fuel and gas installations. All forms of chimney repair and rebuilding. Relining of flues with stainless steel and aluminum liners. Chimney cleaning and inspection. Animal removal and prevention.