Tall Pines Chimney Service Co.
Residential chimney care · Est. 2015

Chimney Sweep in Philadelphia, PA

Certified technicians, tidy job sites with drop cloths down and dust locked in, and same-week availability — from a working family, not a national chain.

Brick chimney on a home served by Tall Pines Chimney Service Co. in Philadelphia, PA
Clean workCertified techniciansSame-week appointmentsFamily trade
ServicesSix services, one crew

Six services, one team

01

Chimney Sweeping

Most requested

We rod the flue from top to bottom and vacuum out all the soot so your fireplace pulls properly and operates safely.

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

02

Wood Stove Service

A thorough cleaning and safety review for wood and pellet stoves, covering everything from the stovepipe to the door seal.

Stovepipe brushing, baffle inspection, gasket and door-seal review.

03

Masonry Repair

We pack fresh mortar into open joints, rebuild worn crowns, and waterproof the brickwork before moisture causes damage.

Tuckpointing, crown rebuild, flashing inspection, waterproofing.

04

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Packed lint restricts airflow and creates a real fire risk, so we clear the entire path from the dryer to the outside wall.

End-to-end brushing, airflow verification, exterior hood check.

05

Chimney Cap Installation

A properly sized stainless cap blocks rain, wildlife, and leaves from entering the flue and prevents downdrafts.

On-site measurement, stainless cap, spark arrestor, fastened mount.

06

Chimney Inspection

A thorough review of the flue, crown, liner, and firebox, with plain-language notes on every finding that matters.

Camera scan of the liner, written summary, photographs.

How a visit worksThree steps
  1. Book

    Call (267) 327-3955 or tap the booking button to choose a morning or afternoon slot.

  2. We show up and cover your floors

    Your technician spreads drop cloths from the entryway to the hearth and seals the firebox before any brushing begins.

  3. You receive the report

    Before we pack up, you get a written summary with photos of the flue and notes on anything to keep an eye on.

Why Philadelphia keeps calling us

Family owned

Operated by the same family since 2015. Not a chain, and never will be.

Photo reports

You see exactly what we see: photographs of the flue, crown, and cap after every appointment.

Clean, every time

Drop cloths, shoe covers, and a HEPA vacuum going from the first brush to the last.

Certified technicians

Every technician on our team is certified and trained alongside our crew before handling a job on their own.

Straight answers

We let you know what needs fixing now and what can hold off without worry.

On-time windows

You get a two-hour window and a heads-up call when we are headed your way.

Checklist

What we look at, and what to look out for

Every visit

What we examine on every visit

  • Condition of the flue liner
  • Level of creosote buildup
  • Damper function
  • Smoke chamber and smoke shelf
  • Firebox masonry and mortar joints
  • Crown condition
  • Cap and spark arrestor
  • Flashing where the chimney meets the roof

Warning signs

Warning signs your chimney needs service

  • Smoke rolling into the room
  • A campfire odor when the fireplace is not in use
  • Dark flakes collecting in the firebox
  • Fires that struggle to start or stay burning
  • Water stains around the chimney area
  • Mortar crumbling or bricks coming loose
  • Scratching or chirping sounds inside the flue
  • White mineral staining on the outside bricks
From the family

A working family, not a franchise

Dear neighbor,

My grandfather began cleaning chimneys across Philadelphia with a truck, a set of rods, and a rule that every hearth would be spotless when he left. That is still how we do it.

When you call, you talk to our family, not an answering service, and the person who shows up at your door learned the trade under our roof. Our reputation rides on every job.

Constance

Owner, Tall Pines Chimney Service Co.

What our customers sayThree recent jobs
“Spotted a cracked liner tile the previous company overlooked, showed me the pictures, and walked me through my options with no pressure at all.”
David R. — inspection before buying a house
“Squirrels had been living in our chimney for over a year. The cap was installed the same week I reached out.”
Linda K. — chimney cap installation
“They put down cloths from the front door all the way to the hearth. You would never guess anyone had been there to clean.”
Sarah M. — annual sweep and inspection

On the map

5351 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Service areaTowns we serve

Proudly serving Philadelphia, PA and nearby communities, including:

If yours is not listed, Call (267) 327-3955 — we may still cover your area.

Common questions

Questions we get asked every week

How frequently should a chimney be swept?

At least once a year for homes 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 earlier.

What is covered in an inspection?

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

How early should I book ahead of winter?

Late summer or early fall is best. The schedule fills fast once the first cold snap hits, so getting on the books by September keeps you ahead.

What steps do you take to keep my house clean?

We spread drop cloths from the door to the hearth, put on shoe covers, seal the firebox opening, and keep a HEPA vacuum running throughout the visit.

How much time does a visit take?

A standard sweep runs about an hour. Adding a camera inspection tacks on another 30 to 45 minutes.

Clean the flue before lighting the fire.