Chimney Sweep Redmond, WA

Prefab metal chimney corrosion

Many Redmond homes built from the 1980s through 2000s have prefab metal chimneys. Joints, storm collars, and caps corrode from decades of rain. We check the full system from the roof during every sweep and flag damaged components.

Gas insert venting in older masonry fireboxes

Education Hill and the older Redmond neighborhoods often have gas inserts fitted into original masonry fireplaces. The venting connection at the smoke chamber is a common failure point — we inspect that the connection is properly seated and combustion gases aren't escaping into the chase.

Damper rust and seizure

Damp Eastside air combines with decades of fireplace use to rust dampers solid in older Redmond homes. We free, clean, or replace damper assemblies as needed during the sweep.

Creosote in lightly-used fireplaces

Redmond homeowners often use their fireplaces less frequently than Tacoma or Federal Way owners. Light use can actually cause heavier Stage 1 and Stage 2 creosote because flue temperatures don't get hot enough to burn off residue. Annual sweeping is still important.

Bird and animal nesting

Tree-lined Redmond neighborhoods near Marymoor Park, Bear Creek, and the Sammamish River corridor attract starlings, swifts, and squirrels into uncapped chimneys. We remove nesting material and recommend a properly sized cap.

Crown cracking on older masonry

The crown — the concrete cap at the very top of masonry chimneys — develops hairline cracks after 20–30 years of freeze-thaw. Older Redmond chimneys often need crown sealing or rebuilding. We inspect crown condition from the roof and document any issues.