Older house facade with tall brick chimneys

Chimney sweep and repair in Roswell, GA

Roswell has historic homes near Canton Street and family neighborhoods stretching east toward the river. We sweep, inspect and repair chimneys across Roswell, with a photo report so you see what we see.

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What we see on chimneys in this area

Homes in and around Roswell’s historic district can have chimneys that are far older than anything in a typical subdivision. Older masonry needs a careful approach: the right mortar, a gentle hand and an honest assessment of what really needs doing.

Most Roswell homeowners live in the subdivisions built from the 1970s through the 1990s, where brick chimneys and wood-burning fireplaces are common. At that age, crowns, flashing and dampers are usually the first things to go.

The heavy tree cover across Roswell means leaves and animals are regular visitors to open flues. A properly sized cap is one of the simplest ways to protect your chimney.

FAQs

Chimney questions from Roswell homeowners

Which parts of Roswell do you serve?

All of Roswell, including Historic Roswell, the Canton Street area, Martin's Landing, Horseshoe Bend, East Roswell and the Holcomb Bridge area.

My home is in or near Roswell's historic district. How do you handle older chimneys?

Carefully. Older masonry needs the right mortar, a gentle hand and an honest assessment of what really needs doing. We photograph the chimney's condition and recommend only the work it actually needs.

Do I need approval for chimney work in Historic Roswell?

Possibly. Exterior changes in Roswell's historic district can need approval from the city's Historic Preservation Commission. Check with the City of Roswell before major exterior work. Our photo report helps with any application.

What usually fails first on a chimney in a 1970s to 90s Roswell subdivision?

Crowns, flashing and dampers. At that age, crowns crack, flashing loosens and dampers rust, and the first sign is often a leak or a draft.

Leaves and animals keep getting into my chimney. What is the fix?

A properly sized chimney cap. Roswell's heavy tree cover means leaves and animals are regular visitors to open flues, and a cap with mesh sides is one of the simplest ways to keep them out.

What causes a musty or smoky smell from my fireplace?

Usually moisture mixing with creosote or debris in the flue, often made worse by a missing cap or a damper that does not seal. A sweep and an inspection find the cause, and a cap or top-sealing damper often solves it.

My home is close to the Chattahoochee and the brick stays damp. Can you help?

Yes. We first check for leaks at the crown, flashing and cap, then can treat the brick with a breathable water repellent. A breathable product matters, because ordinary sealers can trap moisture inside the brick.

How often should I have my Roswell chimney swept?

NFPA 211 recommends an inspection every year, with sweeping when it is needed. If you burn wood regularly, plan on a yearly sweep, ideally in late summer or early fall.

I am buying a home in Roswell. Should the chimney be inspected?

Yes. A general home inspection does not look inside the flue. Our Level 2 inspection does, with a camera scan and a photo report on the spot to share with your agent.