Spring
Look over the chimney after the heating season. Winter freeze and thaw shows up as cracked mortar, which is the right time to repair it.
Chimney sweep in Chanhassen, MN A clean, safe chimney, brought to your door
Brickstone Chimney Sweep is a mobile crew based in Chanhassen. We sweep, inspect and repair chimneys at your home, and we service gas fireplaces, wood stoves and dryer vents too. Call, tell us what you see, and we set a time that fits.
- 10 years in the chimney trade, licensed and insured
- Open every day, 8 AM to 8 PM
- We come to you in Chanhassen and nearby towns
- Chimney sweeping, inspection and repair from one crew
Call Brickstone
Phone line coming soonTell us what you have and what is going on. We set a time that works.
Or pick a day onlineWhere should we start?
Start with the problem you have noticed. Each one leads to the full answer.
The fireplace has not been cleaned in a while
We brush the flue, vacuum the soot and check the firebox and damper while we are there. You get a fireplace that is ready for the first cold night.
Chimney sweepingBuying or selling a home with a fireplace?
A Level 1 or Level 2 inspection tells you what condition the chimney is really in.
Chimney inspectionCracked crown or crumbling bricks?
Tuckpointing, crowns, flashing and dampers, fixed before water does the damage.
Chimney repairGas fireplace clicks but will not light?
We find out why it will not light and explain the fix.
Gas fireplace repairTowels still damp after a full cycle?
A packed vent line is the usual cause. We clear it from the dryer to the outside wall.
Dryer vent cleaningWater stains on the ceiling by the chimney?
We trace the drip to its source and seal it.
Chimney leak repair
Also on the list: chimney caps that keep rain and animals out, chimney liners, and wood stove and insert cleaning. See all of our services.
From your call to a clean flue
Four steps, and you stay in your own living room for all of them.
You call
Tell us your town, what you burn and what you have noticed. A smell, a stain or a stuck damper all help us come prepared.
We set a time
We agree on a day that suits you and head out from Chanhassen.
We work at your home
We protect your floors, clean or inspect the chimney, and show you anything that needs attention.
You know where you stand
We explain what we found and what, if anything, to do next, so you can light the fire with confidence.
Chimney sweep, repair and inspection for Chanhassen homes
Chanhassen has houses of many ages. Older neighborhoods have ramblers and split-levels with masonry fireplaces that may have sat unused for years. Newer subdivisions tend to have gas fireplaces that run on a switch or a remote. Both need attention, just different kinds.
Why does a masonry chimney need a sweep?
Every wood fire leaves soot and creosote on the flue walls. Creosote is the sticky residue that burns hot if it builds up. A chimney sweep removes it, so the next fire has a clean path up and out.
When is a chimney inspection worth it?
Ask for one when you move in, before you sell, after a storm, or when something looks or smells wrong. A chimney inspection looks at the flue, the crown, the cap and the firebox, and tells you in plain words what needs work and what is fine.
What does chimney repair involve?
Most repairs are small if caught early: mortar joints that are crumbling, a cracked crown, loose flashing where the chimney meets the roof. Chimney repair keeps rain out of the brick, and water is what ruins masonry.
Do trees and lakes make a difference?
Homes near Lake Minnewashta, Lake Ann and Lotus Lake often have tall trees close to the roof. Leaves, twigs and nesting animals can end up in an open flue. A chimney cap closes that door.
We are based in Chanhassen, so these lake neighborhoods are close to home.
When is the right time for each job?
Any season works. Here is what each one suits best.
Summer
Good for masonry work, liners, caps and gas fireplace service, because nobody needs the fire.
Fall
The favorite time for a sweep and inspection, before the first cold evening. Booking early gives you the most choice of days.
Winter
A fireplace that smokes, smells or will not light can be looked at now. Dryer vents also work hard in winter.
From Chanhassen across the southwest metro
We drive to homes around Chanhassen, Carver County and the south shore of Lake Minnetonka, plus Eden Prairie, Minnetonka and the Minnesota River towns. Each town below has its own page.
What you can count on
- 10 years in the chimney tradeSweeping, inspection and repair on brick and factory-built chimneys
- Licensed and insuredBrickstone Chimney Sweep is licensed and insured
- Open every day, 8 AM to 8 PMCall any day of the week to set a time
Questions homeowners ask us
How often should I have my chimney swept?
If you burn wood, have it checked every year before the burning season. How much you burn and what you burn decide whether it needs a sweep that year. We tell you what we see after looking.
Do you service gas fireplaces as well as wood fireplaces?
Yes. We service and repair gas fireplaces, and we clean wood stoves and inserts too.
My gas fireplace clicks but will not light. Can you fix it?
That usually points to the pilot, the thermocouple or the igniter. Call us, describe what happens, and we come to your home to diagnose it.
What is the difference between a Level 1 and a Level 2 inspection?
A Level 1 looks at the parts of the chimney we can easily reach. A Level 2 goes further, including a camera look inside the flue, and is the usual choice when a home is changing hands or something has changed. See chimney inspection.
Can you remove an animal from my chimney?
Yes. We remove animals from chimneys and then fit a cap so they cannot get back in. Chirping in early summer is often chimney swifts, which are protected, so the cap waits until the young have left. Call when you first hear it and we will tell you which one you have.
What affects what a chimney job costs?
The type of chimney, how high it is, how much buildup there is and what repairs are needed. Call us, describe the job, and we explain how it would be handled.
Which towns do you cover?
We are based in Chanhassen and work in Victoria, Chaska, Carver, Waconia, the south Lake Minnetonka towns, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Shakopee, Savage and Prior Lake. See the service area.
Do you clean dryer vents?
Yes. We clear the vent from the dryer to the outside wall, which helps clothes dry faster. Details are on dryer vent cleaning.