CHIMNEY SWEEPS INC

What CHIMNEY SWEEPS INC does

Chimney Sweeps Inc. is a family-owned chimney and fireplace service company founded in 1985 by Master Sweep Steven Carter and headquartered in Lakeside, California, with a second operations location in Oceanside. The company serves residential homeowners throughout San Diego County across roughly two dozen communities from Chula Vista to Fallbrook, including coastal and inland areas. Its service portfolio spans chimney sweeping and cleaning, three levels of inspection (including CCTV video inspection), chimney repair (crown repair, flashing, tuckpointing, rebuilding), chimney relining via Thermocrete, smoke chamber parging via Smoktite, waterproofing using Water Guard sealant, and full fireplace and insert installation (wood, gas, electric, gas log sets). The company holds exclusive regional certifications for Thermocrete relining and Smoktite application in San Diego County, and maintains California contractor license #976438, NFI certification, and a Better Business Bureau A+ rating. It has performed over 40,000 chimney sweeps and built a customer base exceeding 30,000 homeowners over 35+ years of operation.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer service model with no intermediaries or franchise structure, delivering all work at customer locations. Revenue is generated through unit-priced professional services, with publicly disclosed pricing of $159 per chimney cleaning and $79 per inspection, plus additional fees for repairs and installations quoted after assessment. Marketing is conducted through a website with online booking, a blog covering chimney and fireplace maintenance topics, and inbound phone contact. The company has 16 employees including Carter's immediate family members (wife Valerie handling finances, sister Georgia on phones, son Julian as office manager, son Ariel handling installations) plus additional technicians. There are no observed funding rounds, acquisitions, technology products, or AI capabilities, and the business has not expanded beyond its San Diego County service area.

Name

CHIMNEY SWEEPS INC

Legal name

Chimney Sweeps Inc.

Website

https://chimneysweepsinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Chimney Sweeps Inc. is a family-owned chimney and fireplace service company founded in 1985, serving residential homeowners across San Diego County with sweeping, inspection, repair, waterproofing, and fireplace installation services from its Lakeside and Oceanside locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chimney and Fireplace Services

NAICS

Building Inspection Services (541350), Roofing Contractors (238160)

akta.pro primary industry

Chimney Sweeping & Flue Cleaning (HSAEANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Chimney Inspection (Level 1/2/3) & Safety Certification (HSAEANAB), Chimney Repair & Restoration (Masonry/Crown/Chase) (HSAEANAC), Chimney Waterproofing & Leak Prevention (Cleaning/Prep) (HSAEANAL), Fireplace Cleaning & Maintenance (Wood/Gas) (HSAEANAE), Chimney Cap, Damper & Spark Arrestor Cleaning/Maintenance (HSAEANAJ)

Keywords

• Chimney sweeping services
• Chimney inspection services
• Chimney repair services
• Fireplace installation services
• Chimney waterproofing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Lakeside

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Chimney Cleaning Services: One-time service fees for chimney sweeping and cleaning. Process takes approximately 1.5 hours. Removes creosote, debris, animal nests, and other obstructions from chimneys.
2. Chimney Inspection Services: Fees for three levels of chimney inspections (Level 1, Level 2 with video, Level 3 comprehensive). Level 2 inspection performed when home is being sold, system is being altered, or serious damage is suspected. Basic Level 1 inspection included with chimney sweep.
3. Chimney Repair Services: Various repair services including chimney cap repair/installation, chimney crown repair/rebuilding, chimney relining, flashing replacement, tuckpointing, brick replacement, smoke chamber parging, firebox repair/rebuilding, and damper installation.
4. Fireplace and Stove Installation: Installation services for manufactured fireplaces (gas, wood, electric), fireplace inserts, and gas log sets. Includes consultation prior to purchase to help customers select appropriate models.
5. Chimney Waterproofing Services: Application of Water Guard waterproofing sealant to protect chimney masonry. Part of prevention and repair services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Chimney Sweeps Inc. provides chimney sweeping, three-level chimney inspections, chimney repairs (relining, crown, flashing, tuckpointing, masonry rebuilding), waterproofing, and fireplace/stove installation services to residential homeowners throughout San Diego County. The company also installs manufactured wood, gas, and electric fireplaces, fireplace inserts, and gas log sets, and performs specialized repair on Rampart General precast chimneys.

Product overview

Chimney Sweeps Inc. is a family-owned chimney and fireplace service company operating since 1985, offering a comprehensive suite of chimney sweeping, inspection, repair, and waterproofing services as well as fireplace installation and restoration. The core service portfolio includes chimney cleaning and inspections (three levels), waterproofing with Water Guard sealant, and chimney relining using Thermocrete spray technology. The company specializes in chimney repairs including crown repair, flashing, smoke chamber parging with Smoktite, tuckpointing, and complete chimney rebuilding. Their fireplace product line includes manufactured wood, gas, and electric fireplaces along with fireplace inserts (wood, gas, electric) and RealFyre gas log sets. The company also provides specialty services for Rampart General precast chimneys and fireplace restoration. The business operates as a traditional service company without software products, APIs, or AI capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning Professional chimney sweeping service using specialized tools to remove creosote, debris, and animal nests from chimneys, preventing fire hazards and ensuring proper drafting. Takes approximately 1.5 hours per chimney.
• Chimney Inspections (Level 1, 2, 3) Three-tiered chimney inspection service: Level 1 basic annual inspection, Level 2 inspection with CCTV video for real estate transactions or system alterations, and Level 3 comprehensive inspection for severe damage. Basic Level 1 inspection included with chimney sweep.
• Chimney Waterproofing Application of Water Guard by Chimney Products, Inc. waterproofing sealant to protect chimney masonry from water damage, backed by a 10-year warranty.
• Chimney Relining with Thermocrete Spray-on chimney relining solution that seals holes and cracks in existing liners, restores efficient drafting, and is resistant to creosote, acids, sulfurs, and chlorides. Company is the only certified Thermocrete flue reliner in San Diego County.
• Chimney Crown Repair & Rebuilding Repair and rebuilding of cement chimney crowns using CrownSeal by ChimneySaver for minor repairs or Portland Cement-based mortar for complete rebuilding.
• Chimney Flashing Repair & Replacement Inspection and replacement of metal chimney flashing that seals the gap between the chimney and roof to prevent water intrusion.
• Smoke Chamber Parging with Smoktite Heat-resistant spray application to resurface smoke chambers, smoothing rough surfaces for efficient drafting and reducing creosote buildup. Rated to 229°F. The only UL-listed repair for precast fireplaces such as Rampart Generals. Company is the only licensed Smoktite applicator in San Diego County.
• Tuckpointing & Repointing Mortar repair service that removes deteriorated mortar between bricks and replaces it with fresh compound to restore structural integrity and prevent water damage.
• Chimney Rebuilding & Masonry Structural chimney rebuilding services including brick replacement, repointing, partial or complete rebuilding from roof up, and new footing construction.
• Rampart General Chimney Services Specialized repair services for Rampart General precast chimneys, including cracked insulation plate repair with Smoktite and flue lining restoration with Thermocrete. Company is the only provider for these repairs in San Diego County.
• Firebox Repair & Rebuilding Repair and replacement of firebox refractory panels designed to withstand 1,800°F temperatures, preventing fire hazards and carbon monoxide escape.
• Fireplace Restoration Complete fireplace restoration including firebox repair, surround redesign, custom mantels, hearth upgrades, and cosmetic hearth-area improvements.
• Leaky Chimney Repair Comprehensive chimney leak diagnosis and repair addressing damaged caps, cracked crowns, broken bricks, decayed mortar, and warped flashing to prevent water damage and structural deterioration.
• Smelly Chimney Solutions Diagnosis and resolution of chimney odor problems caused by creosote buildup, animal infestations, moisture, or debris through thorough cleaning and preventive measures.
• Smoky Fireplace Solutions Troubleshooting and repair of smoky fireplace issues caused by creosote obstructions, animal nests, incorrect flue size, closed dampers, air blockage, or reverse airflow.
• Fireplace and Stove Installation Installation services for manufactured wood, gas, and electric fireplaces, fireplace inserts (wood, gas), and gas log sets. Includes consultation prior to purchase to help customers select appropriate models.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than $200 million in property damage occurs annually in homes where chimneys weren't properly maintained
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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