Aspen Run Chimney Care
Brick chimney on a home served by Aspen Run Chimney Care in Philadelphia, PA

Chimney Sweep in Philadelphia, PA

Certified technicians, mess-free work with drop cloths and sealed openings, and appointments available this week — run by a family, not a corporate chain.

ServicesSix services, one crew

One crew for every chimney job

01

Chimney Sweeping

Most requested

We brush the entire flue from top to bottom and vacuum out all soot, so your fireplace drafts properly and burns without risk.

Full flue brushing, smoke chamber, firebox, damper inspection, photo report.

02

Chimney Cap Installation

A properly sized stainless cap blocks rain, wildlife, and debris from entering the flue and prevents downdraft problems.

On-site measuring, stainless steel cap, spark screen, fastened mounting.

03

Masonry Repair

We fill cracked mortar joints, restore worn crowns, and waterproof brickwork before moisture causes deeper damage.

Tuckpointing, crown restoration, flashing inspection, waterproof sealing.

04

Wood Stove Service

Thorough cleaning and safety inspection for wood and pellet stoves, covering the stovepipe, baffle, and door gasket.

Stovepipe cleaning, baffle inspection, gasket and door seal check.

05

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Accumulated lint restricts airflow and poses a real fire risk, so we clean the entire vent run from the dryer to the outside wall.

End-to-end brushing, airflow verification, exterior flap inspection.

06

Chimney Inspection

A thorough, documented examination of the flue, crown, liner, and firebox, with straightforward notes on every issue found.

Camera scan of the liner, written summary, photographs.

Service finder

What you are experiencing, and what to schedule

Not sure which service fits? Call (267) 327-3979 and tell us what is going on.

Smoke odor in the living room
We recommend: Chimney Sweeping

A lingering smoke smell typically means creosote has built up or the draft is pulling poorly. A sweep clears the flue, and we test the draft at the same time.

Buying or selling a house
We recommend: Chimney Inspection

A full inspection with photographs gives you a clear picture of the chimney's condition before you close.

Water marks around the fireplace
We recommend: Masonry Repair

Those marks mean water is entering through the crown, flashing, or brickwork. We locate where it is getting in and seal it.

Birds or squirrels in the flue
We recommend: Chimney Cap Installation

A properly fitted cap with a mesh screen permanently keeps animals, leaves, and rainwater out of the flue.

Dryer takes two cycles to dry
We recommend: Dryer Vent Cleaning

Slow drying almost always means the vent is packed with lint, and that also creates a fire risk.

Smoke leaking from the wood stove
We recommend: Wood Stove Service

Deteriorated gaskets or a clogged stovepipe allow smoke to leak out. We clean the pipe and replace the seals.

Why Philadelphia homeowners keep calling us

Photo reports

You see exactly what we find: photographs of the flue, crown, and cap included with every visit.

Straight answers

We explain what needs fixing now and what is fine to leave for later.

Certified technicians

Every sweep on our team holds current certification and is trained in-house before working independently.

Family owned

Operated by the same family since 2009. Never a franchise, never will be.

Clean, every time

Drop cloths, shoe covers, and a HEPA vacuum running the entire time we are in your home.

On-time windows

We give you a two-hour window and call ahead when we are heading your way.

Checklist

The checklist — included on every report

Every visit

Items we inspect on every visit

  • Flue liner integrity
  • Creosote accumulation
  • Damper function
  • Smoke chamber and smoke shelf
  • Firebox masonry and mortar joints
  • Crown condition
  • Cap and spark arrestor
  • Flashing along the roofline

Warning signs

Warning signs your chimney needs service

  • Smoke rolling into the room
  • A woodfire smell when nothing is burning
  • Dark flakes collecting in the firebox
  • Fires that struggle to ignite or stay burning
  • Water marks around the chimney area
  • Eroding mortar or shifting bricks
  • Scratching or chirping sounds in the flue
  • White mineral deposits on the outside brick

What homeowners are saying

“Squirrels had been living in our chimney for over a year. They had a cap installed the same week I reached out.”
Linda K. — chimney cap installation
“They laid down protective covering from the front door all the way to the hearth. You could not tell anyone had been there.”
Sarah M. — annual sweep and inspection
“Our dryer was back to finishing in one cycle the same afternoon they cleaned the vent.”
Renee B. — dryer vent cleaning

Find us

1711 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Service area

Where we work

Proudly serving Philadelphia, PA and nearby communities, including:

  • Oak Lane
  • Melrose Park
  • Cheltenham Village
  • Elkins Park
  • Cheltenham
  • Pennsauken
  • Bala Cynwyd
  • Palmyra
  • Camden
  • McKinley
  • Rockledge
  • Wyncote
  • Merchantville
  • Jenkintown
  • Wyndmoor

If your area is not on the list, Call (267) 327-3979 and we will let you know right away.

FAQ

Questions homeowners ask us every week

Something else? Call (267) 327-3979.

How frequently should a chimney be swept?

Once a year for most households that burn wood on a regular basis. If you go through more than a cord per season or notice dark flakes in the firebox, schedule a sweep sooner.

Can you service wood stoves as well?

Absolutely — we handle wood and pellet stoves with a complete cleaning and safety inspection, covering the stovepipe, baffle, and door gasket.

How do you prevent mess inside my home?

We put drop cloths down from the front door to the hearth, wear shoe covers, seal the fireplace opening, and keep a HEPA vacuum running the entire visit.

When should I schedule before the cold season?

Late summer or early fall is best. Our calendar fills fast once the first chilly night hits, so booking by September keeps you ahead of the rush.

What is covered in an inspection?

We scan the flue liner with a camera, examine the crown, cap, flashing, damper, and firebox, and provide you with a written report and photographs.

Set before the first cold snap?