We recommend a professional chimney cleaning once a year, or more frequently if you use your fireplace or wood stove on a regular basis. Yearly cleanings help minimize fire risk, enhance airflow, and give our technicians the opportunity to identify potential problems early.

Our chimney inspections check for creosote accumulation, blockages, structural damage, leaks, and safety or code violations. We carefully evaluate the flue, firebox, crown, flashing, and exterior masonry to confirm your chimney system is safe and functioning correctly.

Yes—we highly recommend chimney caps. A correctly installed chimney cap prevents rain, animals, debris, and downdrafts from entering while extending your chimney's lifespan and minimizing moisture-related damage.

Thermocrete is a high-performance, cast-in-place chimney liner designed to repair and reinforce older or damaged flues. It enhances safety, insulation, and structural integrity without the need for a complete chimney rebuild.

We serve the Portland metro area, central and coastal Oregon (including Salem and Astoria), and southern Washington, including Vancouver, WA. If you're uncertain whether your location falls within our service area, feel free to contact us.

It depends on usage frequency. A wood stove used for heating may require cleaning multiple times per year. We recommend cleaning whenever you notice 1/8th inch of creosote buildup on the flue. For most chimneys with seasonal use, once a year is standard. At Oregon Chimney, every sweep includes a complete safety and structural inspection.

When wood burns, the smoke and exhaust rise up the flue where they cool and dry, forming a deposit called creosote on the chimney walls. Creosote is highly flammable and can ignite inside the chimney. If it catches fire, it can burn hotter than the fireplace fire itself and potentially spread to the wood framing, causing a house fire.

Water damage is the leading cause of chimney repairs. Waterproofing helps your chimney last significantly longer before developing problems. Additionally, in our area, even chimneys in good condition can leak during heavy rain because bricks are porous and can allow water to seep through to the interior of your home.

Without a cap on top of the chimney, rainwater enters and causes damage over time. Water damage is the most common reason chimneys require repairs. Problems resulting from water damage include water damage on ceilings and in basements, rusted dampers, faster deterioration and cracking of fireboxes, mortar damage, loose bricks, splitting brick faces, water leakage, and houses with an ashtray smell. Caps also keep birds and other animals from entering the chimney.

Pricing varies depending on what needs to be cleaned. Our prices start around $90.00, but we recommend calling us for an accurate phone quote.