Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 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 Broadview, IL
Most chimney repair calls we take in Broadview start the same way: a homeowner booked a cleaning and we found cracked flue tile. The village’s dense stock of 1950s and 60s brick bungalows and split-levels were built with original clay-tile liners that have now absorbed more than six decades of Chicago-area freeze-thaw cycles. When those liners fail, the repair is structural, not cosmetic. Sandstone Chimney Sweep handles the whole sequence – inspection, diagnosis, and repair – so you’re not waiting on a second company to fix what the first one found. Call us at (833) 589-7835 when you need a straight answer about your chimney.
Why Broadview Homes Are Different
Broadview’s housing stock is almost entirely mid-century brick: 1,200 to 1,800 square foot bungalows, ranches, and tri-levels built between the 1950s and early 1970s. Exterior brick chimneys with original 8×8 or 8×13 clay flue liners are the rule here. Those liners were never designed to last 60-plus years, and the village’s low-lying parcels near the Des Plaines River corridor make moisture intrusion a recurring problem. We routinely find spalling flue tile and white efflorescence streaks on Broadview chimneys – a pattern far more common here than in neighboring suburbs on higher ground.
The climate does its share too. Dozens of freeze-thaw crossings each winter crack mortar crowns and slowly spall the faces of the original clay tile. Come summer, humidity drives creosote swelling and off-season odor in flues that sat unused. And here’s what we see on Broadview’s 1950s bungalow blocks specifically: chimney crowns poured flat, with no overhang. Water sheets straight down the brick face, leaving those telltale efflorescence streaks. By the time you see them, the flue tile beneath is usually already cracked, and what started as a cleaning appointment turns into a relining estimate. It’s a specific problem in this village, and we’re familiar with it block by block.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Broadview Services
Most Broadview homeowners call us for one of two reasons: they need a chimney swept, or they need a dryer vent cleaned. Both address the leading household fire hazards, and in a village this dense with mid-century construction, both tend to reveal age-related problems that a visual inspection alone won’t catch.
Chimney Sweep in Broadview
Chimney sweeping in Broadview usually surfaces more than creosote. Because so many homes here were converted from wood-burning fireplaces to gas logs without relining, a routine cleaning often turns into a safety inspection for oversized or deteriorated flues. We remove creosote and obstructions, but we also document the condition of your clay tile with a camera inspection and photo report, so you see exactly what we see. If the liner is compromised, we’ll tell you plainly whether it can wait or needs attention now. For the full scope of our sweeping process in the village, see Chimney Sweep in Broadview.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Broadview
Lint-clogged dryer vents are one of the most common residential fire risks, and Broadview’s older homes often have long vent runs through finished basements that make airflow worse. We clean the full run from dryer to exterior termination and check for the kinks, sagging, and build-up that restrict exhaust and force your dryer to work harder. If you’re already having your chimney swept, adding the dryer vent makes sense – two fire hazards, one visit. Learn more about Dryer Vent Cleaning in Broadview.
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.
Chimney Repair in Broadview
Chimney repair in Broadview is usually about age and water. The original clay liners in these post-WWII bungalows and split-levels have been through 60-plus winters of freeze-thaw cycles, and many are cracking from the inside out. When we find spalling flue tile or a crown that’s shedding water down the brick face, the repair is about restoring the flue as a system, not just patching a visible crack. We use specification-grade materials – Chimney Repair at Sandstone means HeatShield resurfacing, DuraFlex liner systems, and crowns rebuilt to shed water the way the originals never did.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rain water dripping into the firebox, birds or nesting material in the flue, or a visible rusted or missing cap.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney cap installation in Broadview typically runs $250 – $520 for standard caps, with custom stainless caps adding material cost.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, set the cap to the correct height for proper draft, and secure it with mechanical fasteners rated for Broadview’s windy winters.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Broken flue tile in the firebox, white efflorescence streaking down the exterior brick, or a gas log conversion that left an oversized flue.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney liner installation in Broadview typically runs $2,800 – $8,500 depending on flue length, liner material, and whether we’re relining for gas or wood.
How we do it
We camera-inspect the existing flue, size the liner correctly, and install a DuraFlex liner system built to match the original chimney dimensions, then verify draft.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, damp attic air around the chase, or visible gaps where the flashing meets the roofline.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney flashing repair in Broadview typically runs $350 – $1,100 depending on how much of the existing flashing is salvageable and the roof pitch.
How we do it
We strip the old flashing, inspect the underlying masonry for spalling, and install new step and counter flashing sealed with a commercial-grade sealant.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Hairline cracks across the crown surface, standing water on top of the chimney, or efflorescence running down the brick below the crown line.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney crown repair in Broadview typically runs $600 – $1,800 for a full rebuild with proper overhang and a through-wash drip edge.
How we do it
We demo the old crown, form a new one with a minimum two-inch overhang, and pour a Portland-based crown mix that sheds water away from the brick.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Broadview
| Item | Typical range in Broadview |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $520 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $1,100 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,800 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,800 – $8,500 |
How do I know if my Broadview chimney needs a liner or just a cleaning?
A cleaning removes what’s on the flue walls; a liner failure is about the flue structure itself. We camera-inspect every Broadview chimney before recommending a liner, so you’ll have photographic evidence of cracked tile before any money is spent.
Can chimney repairs wait until spring in Broadview?
Some can. A minor crown crack can usually wait a season if you’re not burning daily. But a cracked flue liner with active moisture intrusion should be addressed before freeze-thaw cycles worsen it. Call (833) 589-7835 and we’ll tell you straight.
Brands We Service in Broadview
We work with professional-grade product lines including HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Famco – the same materials specified by certified chimney professionals and restoration contractors. We keep common components stocked for Broadview jobs, which means most repairs start the same week they’re quoted. Learn more about our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Broadview |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard flue) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $520 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $250 – $520 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $1,100 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,800 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,800 – $8,500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $260 |
| Chimney inspection (Level 1) | $150 – $300 |
Two things push Broadview chimney prices upward: the age of the original clay tile (repairs are often bigger once we open the flue) and access issues on steep-pitched tri-level roofs. Every quote is a flat-price agreement before work starts – no hourly surprises, no add-ons you didn’t approve.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Broadview
We work throughout Broadview and regularly service homes in the bungalow blocks north of Roosevelt Road, the mid-century subdivisions around 17th Avenue, and the split-level streets running east toward the Des Plaines corridor. Most Broadview appointments are scheduled within one to two weeks, with spring and fall filling fastest.
- North Broadview (bungalow blocks north of Roosevelt)
- 17th Avenue corridor
- South Broadview (split-level subdivisions)
- Des Plaines River corridor homes
- Village center residential streets
Service Area – Cities Near Broadview
Sandstone Chimney Sweep serves Broadview and the surrounding western suburbs with the same specification-grade approach. If you’re in a neighboring village, we’re likely already working in your area. We also serve Westchester, IL, Maywood, IL, La Grange Park, IL, and Bellwood, IL.
Serving Broadview, IL — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Broadview 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 Broadview
Most Broadview appointments are booked within one to two weeks. Spring and fall fill up faster, so if you’re prepping for burning season or closing out the heating year, call (833) 589-7835 a few weeks ahead and we’ll get you on the schedule.
Most routine chimney repairs – caps, crowns, flashing, and liners – fall under standard home maintenance and don’t require a village permit. If your repair involves structural masonry work or a full chimney rebuild, we’ll tell you whether Broadview’s building department needs to be involved before we start.
We can typically sweep, inspect, and quote any needed repairs in a single visit. If the repair is straightforward – a cap replacement or minor crown work – we can often complete it the same day. Larger jobs like liner installation get scheduled separately with a written scope and flat price first.
Call (833) 589-7835 for a free estimate on any chimney or dryer vent service in Broadview. Our team serves the village directly and knows exactly what these mid-century chimneys need.
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 Broadview Customers Say
"Thorough sweep and a clear report. He was running late from the job before and arrived near the end of the window, though he did call to warn me."
— Steve Mercer"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Luis Delgado"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
— Angela Wong