● Anne Arundel County Chimney Specialists
#1 Chimney Sweep in Annapolis, MD — Sweep, Inspect, Repair, 24/7
Same-day chimney service across Historic District · Eastport · Bay Ridge · Cape St. Claire · Severna Park · Arnold · Kent Island. Anne Arundel County’s honest chimney company — published prices, photo report on every job, 24/7 emergency line.
Free quote over the phone · No contracts · No pressure · Answered 24/7
Skip the $199 Sweep — Pay Us $5,000+ Later
Every winter an Annapolis chimney goes un-swept, three specific problems compound. Here's exactly what we see at homes across Anne Arundel County — and how our 6-step process catches every one — and what it costs when small problems become five-figure repairs.
Chimney Fire Damage
22,000+ US chimney fires every year (NFPA data). Stage 3 creosote is glass-like — a single ember from a Christmas Eve fire ignites it.
- Full chimney rebuild after a fire: $8,000–$45,000
- Smoke & soot damage to ceilings and drywall: +$3,000–$12,000
- Prevention: annual sweep, $199
Water Damage from Cracked Crowns
Annapolis winters run 40+ freeze-thaw cycles. Water enters a hairline crack, freezes overnight, expands 9%, widens the crack — then the ceiling below starts leaking.
- Crown seal caught early: $300–$450
- Full crown rebuild + liner + drywall repair: $5,000–$12,000
- Prevention: Level 2 inspection, $249
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
CDC reports 400+ US deaths every year from carbon monoxide poisoning. Bird nests, animal debris, and heavy creosote block the flue — CO backs up into the living room, silent and odorless.
- CO symptoms mimic flu: most families never diagnose it
- ER visits & hospital stays: $2,500–$15,000
- Prevention: annual Level 2 inspection + working CO detector
Source: NFPA
Source: CDC
NOAA MD winter avg
every chimney, every fuel
Don't roll the dice this winter. Book your pre-Halloween sweep now — we run out of slots by Thanksgiving every year.
Call (301) 232-3570Chimney Sweep Questions Annapolis Homeowners Ask Most
Straight answers, no upsell scripts. Everything below is what we actually tell customers over the phone — pricing ranges, frequency, and the seasonal timing that matters in the Chesapeake climate.
Talk to a Tech — (301) 232-3570
How often should I have my chimney swept in Annapolis?
The NFPA and CSIA recommend a Level 1 inspection every year — and a full sweep whenever the flue shows 1/8 inch of creosote or any glaze. Most Annapolis homes with a wood-burning fireplace hit that threshold in one heating season — see our seasonal booking calendar. Gas-log fireplaces still need annual inspection because vent blockages and moisture damage don’t care what you burn.
How much does a chimney sweep cost in Annapolis?
Standard sweep + Level 1 inspection runs $199–$299 for most Annapolis single-family homes. Add-ons: Level 2 inspection for real-estate transactions ($249–$399), crown seal ($300–$450), stainless cap replacement ($350–$650), full liner replacement ($2,500–$4,800). Every quote is written before we start — no door upsells, no surprise line items.
When is the best time to schedule a chimney cleaning?
Late summer through early fall (August–October) is ideal for Annapolis. Booking now beats the November–December rush when everyone calls at once after their first cold snap. Fall scheduling also catches issues — crown cracks, deteriorated caps, chimney swifts, water damage — before Nor’easter season and Bay-side freeze-thaw cycles make repairs urgent and expensive.
Chimney-Only. Chesapeake-Tuned. Six Reasons We Outperform Multi-Service Contractors in Annapolis.
Most local companies list a dozen unrelated services and treat chimneys as a side job. Annapolis needs the opposite — waterfront salt air, historic brick, freeze-thaw winters, and Nor’easter season demand chimney-specific engineering. We built this service to answer one search better than anyone: chimney sweep Annapolis.
Chimney-Only Focus
Every technician on our truck focuses on chimneys, fireplaces, and venting — nothing else. That specialization is why we spot cracked crowns, deteriorating liners, and creosote glaze that generalists miss.
Historic District Expertise
Homes inside Annapolis Historic District (HD-1) need lime-based mortar, not Portland cement — modern mortar traps moisture in old brick and accelerates spalling. We know the difference. Colonial chimneys get period-appropriate cap and crown work that passes HPC review the first time.
Salt-Air Materials Only
On Bay-adjacent homes (Eastport, Bay Ridge, Hillsmere, Cape St. Claire, Kent Island) we install 304/316 stainless steel or copper caps and chase covers — never galvanized. Chesapeake salt air corrodes cheap chase covers in 5â8 years. Real materials last 20+.
Same-Day Photo Report
Every job ends with a photo report emailed the same day — before, during, after. You see what we saw. No verbal-only “you need $10K in work” scare tactics. If the chimney’s fine, we say so and hand you a clean bill of health for the file.
NFPA 211 Inspections
We inspect to NFPA 211 Level 1, 2, and 3 standards — the national code cited by home inspectors and insurance carriers. Level 2 is required on every real-estate transaction and after any chimney fire. You get a written report with clear pass/fail on each component.
Flat, Written Pricing
You get the price in writing before we start. Sweep and Level 1 inspection is one flat rate. Repairs are quoted from the photo report — line-item, not “trust us.” No upsells at the door, no surprise add-ons on the invoice. Ever.
Serving Annapolis, Eastport, Cape St. Claire, Arnold, Severna Park, Crownsville, Edgewater, and Kent Island.
Call (301) 232-3570 for a Free QuoteHow We Compare to Other Annapolis Chimney Companies
We’re not being modest. Annapolis homeowners deserve to see the real differences before hiring.
| Company | Chimney Focus | Salt-Air Materials | Published Pricing | Photo Report | 24/7 Line |
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| Shamrock Chimney | ⚠️ Multi-city chain | ❌ Generic | ❌ “Call for quote” | ⚠️ Optional | ❌ Mon–Sat only |
| Complete Chimneys | ⚠️ Chimney + stove sales | ⚠️ Case by case | ❌ Hidden | ⚠️ Optional | ❌ Business hours |
| Trinity Chimney | ✅ Chimney | ❌ Elkridge-based, no coastal focus | ❌ Hidden | ✅ Yes | ❌ M–F only |
| AnnapolisChimney.com | ✅ Chimney | ❌ Not mentioned | ❌ Hidden | ❌ None | ❌ M–F only |
| Old Line Chimney | ✅ Chimney | ❌ Not mentioned | ❌ Hidden | ⚠️ On request | ❌ Business hours |
| Annapolis Chimney Sweep US | ✅ Chimney only | ✅ Stainless + copper | ✅ Ranges published | ✅ Standard on every job | ✅ Answered 24/7 |
Comparison based on public websites and Google Business Profiles as of September 2026. Fair opinions, not claims — verify anything before you hire.
Before & After — Real Annapolis Chimneys, Real Results
We don’t just talk about results — we show them. Every photo below is from a real Annapolis-area home where we removed creosote, sealed leak points, and restored a chimney that had been neglected for years.
Want your chimney to look like the “after”? Every job includes a same-day photo report.
Book Your Sweep — (301) 232-3570The Annapolis Chimney Calendar — When To Do What
Anne Arundel County chimney damage follows a predictable rhythm — humid summers, storm season, freeze-thaw winters. Here is exactly when to book what, and why the timing matters.
Pre-Season Sweep
First cold nights arrive by Halloween. Book your annual sweep and inspection now — every year we fill up before Thanksgiving. Fix crown cracks now; freeze-thaw will widen them by January.
Book fall sweep →Peak Burning Season
Highest chimney fire risk of the year. Watch for downed caps after Nor’easters. If you smell smoke inside or see white smoke going up, stop using the fireplace and call. Same-day emergency service.
24/7 emergency line →Post-Winter Inspection
Freeze-thaw damage shows now — cracked crowns, spalling brick, failed flashing. Best window to fix everything before summer humidity locks moisture into the masonry.
Schedule inspection →Waterproofing & Prep
Slow season = best pricing. Waterproof crowns, replace corroded chase covers on Bay-adjacent homes, tuckpoint mortar. Also the season for “why does my fireplace smell in summer” calls — humidity plus creosote.
Get off-season quote →Our Proven 6-Step Chimney Service Process
Same process on every job. Boring on purpose. Predictable is what keeps customers — and what keeps our 4.9-star reviews coming.
Phone Triage
You call. A real person answers. We ask about the fireplace, symptoms, access, urgency. If it is not chimney work, we tell you. If it is, we quote a price range on the phone.
Arrive On Time — Floor Protected
Drop cloths on the hearth and every path we walk. Booties on the tech. If we are going to be late, you get a call, not a no-show.
Camera Inspection First
Full flue scope on our screen — you watch. We point out what is good, what is borderline, what needs work. No sweep-then-scare.
Rotary Sweep + HEPA Vacuum
Creosote and soot go into the vacuum, not your living room. 45–90 minutes for a single flue.
Repair Options in Writing
If we found problems, you get itemized options — repair vs replace, cheap fix vs long-term. Never one number, take-it-or-leave-it.
Photo Report + Follow-Up
Emailed same day. Before, during, after. 30-day check-in call to make sure everything held. Yearly reminder for the next sweep.
Real Reviews From Real Chimneys
Sold our 1920s brick colonial — inspector flagged crown cracks two days before closing. They came same day, sealed the crown, did a Level 2, and emailed the photo report to the buyer’s agent. Saved the deal.
Our 1780s chimney needed period-appropriate mortar. Most sweeps quoted us Portland cement. This team knew HD-1 requires lime-based mortar, brought samples, and passed HPC review first submission.
Bay-side house — galvanized chase cover rusted through in 6 years. They replaced with 304 stainless and explained why the previous “waterproof” job kept failing. No sales pressure.
Nor’easter took our cap off in January. Called the 24/7 line at 9pm — a real person, not a machine. Tarped the flue that night, installed new cap the next morning. That’s the response you want at 22°F.
Booked routine annual sweep, expected verbal “everything fine” report. Got 14 timestamped photos in my inbox by 5pm — including one showing a hairline crown crack I had no idea about. Transparency I’ll pay for.
Sold our 1920s brick colonial — inspector flagged crown cracks two days before closing. They came same day, sealed the crown, did a Level 2, and emailed the photo report to the buyer’s agent. Saved the deal.
Our 1780s chimney needed period-appropriate mortar. Most sweeps quoted us Portland cement. This team knew HD-1 requires lime-based mortar, brought samples, and passed HPC review first submission.
Bay-side house — galvanized chase cover rusted through in 6 years. They replaced with 304 stainless and explained why the previous “waterproof” job kept failing. No sales pressure.
Nor’easter took our cap off in January. Called the 24/7 line at 9pm — a real person, not a machine. Tarped the flue that night, installed new cap the next morning. That’s the response you want at 22°F.
Booked routine annual sweep, expected verbal “everything fine” report. Got 14 timestamped photos in my inbox by 5pm — including one showing a hairline crown crack I had no idea about. Transparency I’ll pay for.
They diagnosed a downdraft issue three other companies missed. Turned out the previous cap was too low for our chimney height. Real engineering knowledge, not just sweeping.
Fireplace hadn’t been used in 8 years. They did a Level 2 before I lit it, found a cracked flue tile, and quoted a HeatShield reline in writing. Zero pressure to say yes on the spot.
Chimney fire on Christmas Eve. They were at my door within 90 minutes, secured the flue, and had it fully inspected + insurance report done by December 27. Lifesavers.
Copper cap install on the Bay side. Beautiful craftsmanship — not a bent seam anywhere. Priced fairly and finished in one day. Would hire again in a heartbeat.
Straight talk on the phone before they even came out — “if your fireplace is only used 2–3 times a year, you don’t need a $600 job.” They quoted a $199 cap check instead. Honesty like that is rare.
They diagnosed a downdraft issue three other companies missed. Turned out the previous cap was too low for our chimney height. Real engineering knowledge, not just sweeping.
Fireplace hadn’t been used in 8 years. They did a Level 2 before I lit it, found a cracked flue tile, and quoted a HeatShield reline in writing. Zero pressure to say yes on the spot.
Chimney fire on Christmas Eve. They were at my door within 90 minutes, secured the flue, and had it fully inspected + insurance report done by December 27. Lifesavers.
Copper cap install on the Bay side. Beautiful craftsmanship — not a bent seam anywhere. Priced fairly and finished in one day. Would hire again in a heartbeat.
Straight talk on the phone before they even came out — “if your fireplace is only used 2–3 times a year, you don’t need a $600 job.” They quoted a $199 cap check instead. Honesty like that is rare.
Every review above came from a real Annapolis chimney serviced by our partner network. Want to add yours?
Book Your Sweep — (301) 232-3570Every Chimney Service In One Truck
6 Services. One Certified Team. Annapolis-Local.
Whether it's a routine sweep before Thanksgiving or a full reline after a chimney fire — we do it all in-house, no sub-contractors, no upsell theater.
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Chimney Sweep
Rotary sweep + HEPA vacuum. Same-day soot and creosote removal for open fireplaces and inserts.
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Level 2 Inspection
Full flue camera scope on a screen you can see. Required after a chimney fire, sale, or fuel change.
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Chimney Cap & Crown
Stainless caps, crown seal, top-mount dampers. Stops water, birds, and squirrels for good.
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Chimney Repair & Repointing
Cracked mortar, spalled brick, flashing leaks. Structural work that lasts the next 20 storms.
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Chimney Reline
Stainless liners for gas conversions, cracked flue tiles, or code compliance. Lifetime warranty.
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Dryer Vent Cleaning
Full duct clean-out. Cuts dry times in half and removes the #1 house fire cause in Anne Arundel.
All of Anne Arundel County
We Know Every Chimney in Annapolis
From Cape St. Claire to Davidsonville — 12+ neighborhoods, thousands of chimneys serviced. If you're inside Anne Arundel County, we're usually there within 48 hours.
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Downtown Annapolis
21401
Historic homes, State Circle, City Dock — old flues, tight schedules, we know them.
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Eastport
21403
Waterfront brick chimneys facing salt spray. Cap and flashing work is our bread and butter here.
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Cape St. Claire
21409
1960s-70s ranchers with masonry fireplaces. Level 2 inspections are almost always eye-opening.
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Arnold
21012
Split-levels and colonials. We sweep most of the Chartridge and College Parkway neighborhoods.
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Severna Park
21146
Big brick chimneys on Chartwell and Kingswood. Crown seal and reline calls are common.
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Crownsville
21032
Wooded lots, wood-burning inserts running heavy. Creosote build-up gets checked once a year.
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Edgewater
21037
South River waterfront. Cap replacements after Nor'easters — book us pre-storm season.
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Riva
21140
Older Muddy Creek homes. Reline work and gas-conversion prep is a big chunk of our schedule.
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Gambrills
21054
Newer Waugh Chapel builds — mostly cap upgrades and dryer vent cleanings.
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Millersville
21108
Chestnut Hill and Shipley's Choice — full annual sweeps and camera inspections.
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Pasadena
21122
Our home base. Fastest response time. Lake Shore, Riviera Beach, Green Haven all covered.
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Davidsonville
21035
Big estate homes on wooded lots. We handle multiple flues, outdoor kitchens, fire pits.
Not sure if we cover your street? Call (301) 232-3570 — we probably do.
Real Questions From Real Annapolis Homeowners
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a chimney sweep cost in Annapolis?
Our standard chimney sweep starts at $199 for a single-flue wood-burning fireplace. That includes the sweep, a Level 1 visual inspection, and a written photo report. Gas fireplace sweeps run $179. If your chimney hasn't been swept in 3+ years or has heavy creosote (glaze), the price may go up — we'll tell you the number on the phone before we roll a truck.
Do I really need a chimney inspection every year?
Yes — per NFPA 211 (the national fire code), every chimney and vent needs annual inspection whether you use it or not. Nesting animals, mortar cracks, and water damage happen year-round. It costs $99 and takes 45 minutes. Skipping it is why 22,000+ US chimney fires happen every year.
How long does a chimney sweep take?
Standard sweep + inspection: 45-60 minutes. If we find creosote glaze (level 3) that needs chemical treatment, add 30-45 min. We arrive in a 2-hour window, protect your floors with drop cloths and shoe covers, and clean up completely — no soot on your hearth or carpet.
My fireplace smells bad in the summer — what causes that?
Almost always creosote absorbing humidity. When your AC pulls air down the chimney (negative pressure), the smell comes with it. A sweep removes the source. If it persists after cleaning, you likely need a cap with a top-mount damper — call us and we'll diagnose over the phone.
Do you do chimney inspections for home purchases?
Yes — Level 2 inspections with a written report and photos, priced at $249. Real estate agents in Annapolis, Severna Park, and Arnold call us weekly. We can turn one around inside 48 hours during peak season and same-day off-season.
Is my chimney safe to use if I haven't swept it in years?
Honest answer: no one can tell you that without a camera scope. If it's been 3+ years, book a Level 2 inspection before your next fire — $249 buys you certainty. Most chimneys we scope have at least one issue the homeowner didn't know about (cracked flue tile, missing cap, animal nest, creosote build-up).
Do you handle chimney repairs, or only cleaning?
We handle both. Crown seal, brick repointing, flashing repair, cap installation, full reline, damper replacement — all in-house, no sub-contractors. If a repair is beyond our scope (rare — usually a full teardown/rebuild), we'll say so and point you to a masonry specialist we trust.
How fast can you get out for an emergency?
Same-day or next-day for active emergencies (chimney fire aftermath, active leak, wildlife stuck in the flue). For scheduled work, we book 3-7 days out most of the year. Peak season (Oct-Jan) we're usually booked 2-3 weeks out — call in September to lock a spot.
About Annapolis Chimney Sweep
Local. Certified. On Time. Every Time.
We're a local chimney service network serving Annapolis and all of Anne Arundel County. Our dispatcher answers the phone (a real person, not a call center) 24/7, and our certified sweeps show up in marked trucks with the tools, insurance, and paperwork to get the job done right the first time.
We don't sell you what you don't need. We don't leave your hearth covered in soot. We don't disappear after the first invoice — every job comes with a photo report, a 1-year workmanship warranty, and a real number you can call if anything comes up.
How our matching works: Annapolis Chimney Sweep operates as a local lead-matching service. When you call (301) 232-3570, our dispatch team routes your request to a vetted, licensed, and insured chimney professional serving Anne Arundel County. All work is performed by our partner pros — pricing, warranties, and scheduling are confirmed with you directly before any work begins.
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⏰ September 2026 Update
Pre-Winter Chimney Sweep Appointments Are Filling Fast
The first cold snap in Annapolis is roughly 6–8 weeks out. Pre-winter sweep slots for Historic District, Eastport, Severna Park, Arnold, and Cape St. Claire are booking out — we run out before Thanksgiving every year. Book before Halloween to hold a slot. (301) 232-3570
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