Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Masonry repairLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Chimney Company in Pelham, NY
Chimney work in Pelham means dealing with homes built before 1920, original clay liners, and mortar joints that have survived a century of Westchester freeze-thaw cycles. That changes how a sweep is done, what gets inspected, and what a repair actually costs. Hadley Chimney Sweep handles all three core services in Pelham: sweeping, structural repair, and gas fireplace work. Our team shows up with a written price before any work begins, and you’ll see photos of what we found. Call (914) 233-3156 to get on the schedule.
Why Pelham Homes Are Different
Pelham’s housing stock is genuinely old, even by Westchester standards. A large share of the homes here were built between 1900 and 1940: Colonial Revivals, Tudors, and brick ranches, many with original brick or stone chimneys and multiple fireplaces on one flue system. Those older chimneys tend to have narrow, unlined flues. Soot and creosote (the flammable tar residue that condenses on flue walls) build up faster in a narrow space, and standard-size brushes don’t always fit. We carry specialized narrow-flue equipment for exactly this.
Climate is the second factor. Pelham gets the full humid continental cycle: cold, snowy winters followed by spring thaws, then hot summers. Each freeze-thaw cycle pushes water into tiny masonry gaps and widens them. Spalled bricks (bricks with faces popped off by expanding ice) are common here, and so are terra cotta flue tiles that crack under thermal stress. In Pelham Manor especially, we regularly open up chimneys and find original 1920s terra cotta liners with hairline cracks that let smoke leak into adjoining wall cavities. That’s a repair issue specific to this area, and it’s one reason we recommend a camera inspection on older Pelham homes before the first fire of the season.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Pelham Services
Most Pelham calls come down to two things: a chimney that hasn’t been cleaned in years, or a chimney that’s showing signs of structural trouble. Gas fireplace repair fills out the list. Each service has its own page below with Pelham-specific pricing and detail.
Chimney Sweep in Pelham
A proper sweep in Pelham takes the age of the flue into account. Narrow clay-tile flues from the early 1900s need slower, more deliberate brush work, and we always check for the creosote glaze that forms when condensation from snow-melt hits a warm liner. The result is a cleaner burn, lower fire risk, and a photo report showing the flue before and after. See full pricing and what to expect on the Chimney Sweep in Pelham page.
Chimney Repair in Pelham
Repair work in Pelham usually means repointing mortar joints, replacing cracked terra cotta flue tiles, or rebuilding a spalled brick crown before water gets behind the masonry. We use HeatShield ceramic compound where a liner has minor cracking, and we won’t recommend a full rebuild unless the camera footage shows it’s actually necessary. You’ll see the same photos we do. Details and costs are on the Chimney Repair in Pelham page.
Gas Fireplace Repair in Pelham
Gas fireplaces in Pelham tend to sit unused for months, then get fired up on the first cold snap. That’s when thermocouples fail, pilot lights refuse to stay lit, and log sets need re-positioning. We service the major brands, diagnose in a single visit, and give you a written price before any part is ordered or installed. See the Gas Fireplace Repair in Pelham page for the full breakdown.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service in Pelham
We work with materials that hold up to Westchester conditions, not whatever’s cheapest on the truck. That includes HeatShield for crack repair, Gelco chimney caps, and Olympia Chimney and Famco liners. Our parts inventory covers the majority of common Pelham repair jobs, which means most fixes don’t wait on parts. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical Range in Pelham |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep (inspection included) | $180 – $340 |
| Level 2 camera inspection | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $600 |
| Flue liner repair (HeatShield) | $900 – $2,500 |
| Full stainless liner replacement | $2,000 – $5,000 |
| Mortar joint repointing (per section) | $300 – $900 |
| Brick crown rebuild | $800 – $1,800 |
| Firebox repair (minor) | $400 – $1,200 |
| Gas fireplace diagnostic visit | $95 – $200 |
| Thermocouple or pilot assembly replacement | $150 – $400 |
Prices in Pelham trend toward the higher end of these ranges when a home has multiple flues, difficult roof access from steep pitches, or terra cotta liners that require extra care to clean without breaking. You’ll always get a written price before any work starts, and that number won’t change when the tech is on your roof. The 365-Day Done Right Promise backs every repair in writing, including a free second visit if something fails.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Pelham
We cover the entire Village of Pelham, Pelham Manor, and the surrounding streets, including:
- Pelham Manor
- Pelham Heights
- Pelhamwood
- Chester Park
- Pelham Village
Response time for most Pelham addresses is one to three business days for a sweep, and same-week for urgent chimney or gas fireplace repairs when the schedule allows. We’ll give you a tracked arrival window so you’re not waiting around wondering.
Service Area – Cities Near Pelham
Hadley Chimney Sweep also serves the communities around Pelham, including New Rochelle, NY, Mount Vernon, NY, Eastchester, NY, and Tuckahoe, NY. Dispatch is coordinated from our New York City office, and crews are scheduled locally so travel time doesn’t eat into your appointment window.
Serving Pelham, NY - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Pelham area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Pelham
Most sweeps in Pelham are scheduled within one to three business days. Urgent repairs, like a damaged flue liner or gas fireplace that won’t stay lit, can usually be seen the same week. You’ll get a tracked arrival window and live updates when the tech is en route.
Routine chimney sweeping and minor part replacements do not require a permit in Pelham. Structural rebuilds or full liner replacements may fall under local building department review, and we’ll tell you before any work is scheduled if a permit is needed. Call (914) 233-3156 and Cory can walk you through what applies to your specific job.
It means you get a written price before work begins, live arrival tracking on the day of service, and before-and-after photos documenting what was done. Every visit includes digital invoicing. It’s our standard operating procedure on every Pelham job, not an upsell.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local chimney cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Pelham Customers Say
"Drop cloths down, no soot anywhere. Booking was the easiest part."
- Susan B."Chimney repair on loose bricks, done in a morning. Tracked the crew arrival from my phone."
- Colin V."Booked a sweep online in a couple of taps. Tech texted his ETA and arrived on the dot. Cleaned the flue and checked the cap and damper."
- Bill A.