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.
Trusted Chimney Sweep for Alpharetta Homeowners
An Alpharetta Chimney Sweep is the single most important maintenance task for any family that uses a wood-burning fireplace more than a few times a season. The purpose is simple: remove the creosote and soot that build up inside the flue, then confirm the chimney is venting properly before the next fire. We’ve been doing exactly that for Alpharetta families since Kindling Chimney Alpharetta opened as part of the Cedarwell family of companies, which was established in 2003. Danny Cortes leads our team, and every technician who walks through your door is background-checked, uniformed, and trained to treat your home the way we’d treat our own. If you’re noticing a smokey smell in the living room, hear something rustling above the damper, or it’s simply been more than a year since the last cleaning, call us at (762) 225-2593 and we’ll get you on the schedule.
Chimney Sweep Services
Chimney Sweep Services cover the complete cleaning of your flue, smoke chamber, damper area, and firebox using professional-grade brushes, HEPA-filtered vacuums, and inspection cameras. Most standard chimney sweeps in Alpharetta run between $189 and $279 depending on the level of creosote buildup, the height of the flue, and whether the fireplace has been used heavily. When we arrive, shoe covers go on and drop cloths go down before any tools come out, and the written price you approved before booking is the price you’ll see on the invoice. No on-the-spot upcharges, no pressure to add services you don’t need.
Standard Wood-Burning Fireplace Sweep
This is the service most Alpharetta families need once a year. We remove accumulated creosote from the flue walls, clean the smoke shelf and damper, and vacuum the firebox. The technician will also do a visual check of the firebrick and mortar joints while the chimney is open, so you’ll know if anything needs attention before it becomes a bigger problem.
Heavy Creosote and Glazed Removal
If a fireplace has gone several years without a cleaning, creosote can harden into a shiny, tar-like glaze that a standard brush won’t remove. We use rotary whip heads and chemical treatments designed specifically for glazed creosote, and the cost reflects the extra labor involved. Most glazed removal jobs in Alpharetta run between $350 and $550, and we’ll show you before-and-after photos so you can see what was removed.
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.
Styles & brands we work with
Chimney Cleaning
Chimney Cleaning is the physical removal of flammable creosote from the inside of your chimney, and it’s the most reliable way to prevent chimney fires in Alpharetta homes. Most single-flue chimney cleanings run between $189 and $249 when the buildup is light to moderate, and the process typically takes 45 to 90 minutes from setup to final vacuum. At Kindling Chimney Alpharetta, we use a double-layer containment approach: a HEPA vacuum runs continuously during the cleaning to capture airborne dust, and the firebox is sealed off so nothing drifts into your living room. Pet-safe products are used where there is a choice, so families with dogs and cats don’t have to worry about chemical residue.
Interior Flue Cleaning
The main event. We run chimney rods and brushes up the full length of the flue, loosening soot and creosote from the walls. The process is methodical, not rushed. Every section gets the same attention, and the vacuum keeps the particulate count in your home at the same level it was before we started.
Smoke Chamber and Damper Cleaning
Alpharetta homes built in the 1980s and 1990s often have smoke chambers with corbelled brick that traps creosote in the ledges. We reach those areas with specialized brushes and document the condition of the chamber with a camera. This is also where we check the damper for proper operation, since a damper that won’t fully open or close is a common cause of smokey rooms.
Fireplace Cleaning
Fireplace Cleaning goes beyond the flue to address the firebox, grate, glass doors, and the surrounding hearth area that your family actually sees and touches. Most firebox and glass cleaning is included as part of a standard chimney sweep in Alpharetta, so if you’re booking a full cleaning, you won’t pay extra for the firebox work. The glass on modern fireplace doors develops a cloudy film from combustion byproducts, and we use a non-abrasive cleaner that won’t scratch the ceramic glass. For families in Alpharetta with toddlers and crawling babies, this step matters because the firebox is the closest point of contact to the soot and ash.
Firebox and Grate Cleaning
We remove ash, debris, and any unburned wood from the firebox, then brush down the firebrick and inspect the grate for warping. A warped grate changes how the logs sit, which affects burn efficiency and can push heat toward the back wall of the firebox. If yours needs replacing, we’ll tell you upfront and give you a written price before any work is done.
Glass Door and Hearth Detail
Glass doors get cleaned with a product formulated for fireplace ceramic, and we wipe down the hearth surround without moving any of your personal items without asking first. That’s part of the Cedarwell Care Promise: nothing is moved without your permission, and we take a photo of the clean-up before we leave so you can see the work was completed properly.
Chimney Services
Chimney Services is the umbrella term for everything we do after the brush work: inspections, minor repairs, cap installation, and liner evaluation. Most Alpharetta homeowners only think about their chimney when they smell smoke, but a proper chimney service call is a preventive measure that catches small problems before they become structural ones. A Level 1 chimney inspection is included with every sweep at no additional charge, and if we see something that needs closer attention, we’ll show you the camera footage and explain your options. Nothing is recommended without evidence you can see for yourself.
Chimney Cap Installation and Replacement
Alpharetta’s tree canopy means lots of leaves, twigs, and acorns find their way onto roofs, and an uncapped chimney is an open invitation for all of it to end up in your flue. We install galvanized and stainless steel caps from Copperfield and Olympia Chimney, sized to your specific flue tile. A cap also keeps out rain, which is a major contributor to flue tile deterioration in Georgia’s humid climate.
Chimney Camera Inspection
After every sweep, we run a camera down the flue to look for cracked tiles, gaps in the mortar joints, or separation between flue sections. This is how we catch problems in Alpharetta chimneys that haven’t shown symptoms yet. If the camera reveals damage, we’ll walk you through the photos, explain what it means, and tell you honestly whether it needs attention now or can be monitored.
Chimney Sweep Certified
Chimney Sweep Certified means the technician doing the work has completed formal training in chimney sweeping, fire safety, and inspection standards, and follows a documented process on every job. Every Kindling Chimney Alpharetta technician is background-checked, uniformed, and follows the C.A.R.E. values on every visit: Courtesy, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We’re state-licensed and insured and bonded, and the work carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, we make it right. Most certified chimney sweeps in Alpharetta charge between $189 and $279 for a standard cleaning, and we’re right in that range.
C.A.R.E. Values in Action
When a technician arrives at your Alpharetta home, the C.A.R.E. values are what you see: shoe covers and drop cloths before tools (Courtesy), a written price before work begins (Accountability), asking before moving anything (Respect), and a photo of the clean-up before leaving (Excellence). This isn’t a slogan. It’s the specific sequence of events that happens at every single job.
365-Day Done Right Promise
If any part of your chimney sweep or inspection isn’t done right, you call us and we’ll come back and make it right within 365 days. No fine print, no runaround, no argument about whether it was our fault. The promise applies to the workmanship, not to new issues that develop over time, but if something we touched isn’t right, we own it. That’s how Danny Cortes runs this Alpharetta team.
Gas Fireplace Cleaning
Gas Fireplace Cleaning focuses on the glass, logs, burner, and pilot assembly of your gas fireplace, and it’s a different service from a wood-burning chimney sweep. Most gas fireplace cleanings in Alpharetta run between $149 and $219, and the job is done with the gas supply shut off at the valve to ensure safety. Gas fireplaces don’t produce creosote, but they do accumulate a white film on the glass, dust on the ceramic logs, and carbon buildup on the burner ports. If the flame looks lazy or yellow when it used to be blue and crisp, that’s a sign the burner needs attention.
Burner and Pilot Cleaning
We remove the log set, brush down the burner and its ports, and check the pilot assembly for buildup that can cause intermittent ignition. In Alpharetta, where many homes have converted from wood to gas, clogged burners are a common cause of fireplaces that won’t stay lit. This is also where we inspect the gas connection and valve for any signs of wear or corrosion.
Glass and Log Set Restoration
The glass on a gas fireplace develops a cloudy buildup that etches over time if it isn’t cleaned. We use a fireplace-specific cleaner and a soft cloth, never an abrasive pad. The ceramic or refractory logs get a gentle brushing to remove surface dust, and we never use water or household cleaners on them since they can damage the finish or leave residue that burns off into your home.
Chimney Maintenance
Chimney Maintenance is the ongoing care that keeps your chimney safe and functional year after year, and it costs far less than emergency repairs. A standard chimney sweep and visual inspection in Alpharetta runs between $189 and $249 annually, which is cheaper than a single flue tile replacement. The maintenance schedule we recommend for most Alpharetta families is simple: a sweep after every cord of wood burned, or at minimum once per year before burning season starts. If you burn kiln-dried hardwoods, that schedule works well. If you burn pine or mixed wood, you may need two cleanings per year.
Seasonal Prep for Georgia Winters
Alpharetta winters are unpredictable. Some years you’ll burn fires from November to March, other years the fireplace gets used for two weeks total. But the chimney doesn’t know the difference, and moisture, nesting animals, and general deterioration happen regardless of usage. A spring or early fall maintenance visit catches what the winter left behind and gets you ready for the next cold snap.
Flue Condition Tracking
Every time we sweep your chimney, we take photos of the flue interior and note any changes from the previous visit. Over time, this creates a record of your chimney’s condition, so if a crack develops or a section starts to deteriorate, you’ll know exactly when it started and how quickly it’s progressing. That’s information most Alpharetta homeowners never get, and it makes repair decisions much simpler.
Brands We Service
We work on chimneys and fireplaces of every make and model, but we have specific depth with several professional-grade brands. Copperfield chimney caps are something we install regularly on Alpharetta homes, and we stock their most common sizes so we don’t have to order and come back. We know the galvanized and stainless options well enough to tell you which one makes sense for your roofline and budget.
Olympia Chimney products, particularly their liners and caps, show up often in homes built in the 1990s and 2000s around Alpharetta and Milton. Our technicians are familiar with their sizing and installation requirements, and we carry their matching components for repairs. Whether you have a Copperfield cap, an Olympia liner, or any other make like Gelco or Famco, we can service it. Call us and we’ll tell you honestly what you need.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Smoke backing up into the room. This happens when the flue is partially blocked or when the damper isn’t opening fully. It’s not just unpleasant; it means combustion gases are entering your living space instead of venting outside.
- A strong campfire smell when the fireplace isn’t in use. That’s creosote off-gassing, and it usually means there’s a significant buildup on the flue walls. It also indicates that airflow through the chimney isn’t moving the way it should.
- Dark, shiny residue on the damper or firebox walls. Glazed creosote is the most flammable form, and it requires rotary tools to remove. If you can see a tar-like sheen, that’s the time to call, not the time to burn another fire.
- Debris falling into the firebox between uses. This could be crumbling flue tile, animal nesting material, or leaves from an uncapped chimney. Each cause requires a different fix, and a camera inspection will tell you exactly which one you’re dealing with.
- You can’t remember the last time it was cleaned. The National Fire Protection Association recommends a chimney inspection at least once per year. If you’re in a newer Alpharetta home and have never had the chimney looked at since you moved in, now is the time.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Written price before work starts. When you call (762) 225-2593, we’ll ask about your fireplace, when it was last cleaned, and what you’ve noticed. Then we’ll give you a written price that covers the sweep, the inspection, and the clean-up. That price is locked before we arrive.
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Arrival and home protection. The technician arrives in uniform with shoe covers on before stepping inside. Drop cloths go down from the front door to the fireplace, and furniture nearby gets covered. Nothing gets moved without asking.
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The sweep itself. We use professional rods, brushes, and a HEPA vacuum system to remove creosote and soot from the flue, smoke chamber, and firebox. The vacuum runs continuously, so the air quality in your Alpharetta home stays unchanged during the entire process.
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Camera inspection and walkthrough. After the flue is clean, we run a camera through the chimney and review the footage with you. If we find something, you’ll see it with your own eyes and we’ll give you a straight answer on whether it’s urgent or can wait.
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Clean-up photo and follow-up. Before we leave, we take a photo of the work area, clean and reset, and show it to you. That’s the Cedarwell Care Promise in action. If anything comes up within the year, the 365-Day Done Right Promise has you covered.
How Much Does Chimney Sweep Cost in Alpharetta?
A standard chimney sweep in Alpharetta runs between $189 and $279 for a single flue wood-burning fireplace. That includes the full flue cleaning, smoke chamber and damper work, firebox cleanup, glass cleaning, and a Level 1 inspection. Gas fireplace cleaning runs between $149 and $219. If you have a multi-flue chimney or heavy glazed creosote, the price can reach $350 to $550, and we’ll explain why before we start. The factors that affect cost are flue height, accessibility from the roof, level of creosote buildup, and whether repairs are needed.
How to avoid overpaying in Alpharetta: get a written price before the work starts, ask whether the inspection is included, and confirm that the clean-up is part of the quoted price. Our free estimates include all of that, and we’ll tell you if a repair is needed and whether it can wait. We never recommend a liner replacement or masonry work without showing you the camera footage that proves it’s necessary. If a contractor tells you the liner is shot but won’t show you photos, get a second opinion.
Our Service Area Near Alpharetta
Kindling Chimney Alpharetta serves families throughout North Fulton and South Forsyth counties, including Johns Creek, Roswell, Milton, Duluth, Norcross, and Dunwoody. We also regularly serve Chimney Sweep in Acworth and Chimney Sweep in Canton for customers in Cherokee County, and we’re available for Chimney Sweep in Alpharetta year-round. If you’re in Buford, Suwanee, or Doraville, give us a call and we’ll confirm availability for your area. Most appointments are scheduled within a few days, not weeks.
Serving Alpharetta, GA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Alpharetta area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweep in Alpharetta
A chimney sweep is a professional cleaning of the interior of your chimney flue to remove creosote, soot, and debris that build up from wood burning. It also includes a visual inspection of the flue, damper, and firebox to check for damage or blockages. In Alpharetta, a standard chimney sweep runs between $189 and $279, and we include the inspection at no extra charge. Call (762) 225-2593 for a free estimate.
A standard chimney sweep takes 45 to 90 minutes from setup to final clean-up photo. If you have a multi-flue chimney, heavy glazed creosote, or we need to do a full camera inspection with repair diagnostics, the visit can run two to three hours. We’ll give you a time estimate when you book so you can plan around naps, school pickups, or work calls.
Most standard chimney sweeps in Alpharetta cost between $189 and $279 for a single-flue wood-burning fireplace, including inspection and clean-up. Gas fireplace cleaning runs $149 to $219, and heavy creosote removal can reach $350 to $550. You’ll get a written price before we start, and the estimate is free. Call (762) 225-2593 for an exact quote.
Yes, we do. We clean gas fireplace glass, logs, burners, and pilot assemblies, and we inspect the gas connection and venting. Alpharetta homes with gas logs or gas inserts need annual service too since burners clog and glass clouds over time. Most gas fireplace cleanings run between $149 and $219.
We schedule appointments during regular business hours, and a live person answers every call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No voicemail trees, no callbacks that come days later. If you call outside business hours, you’ll speak to a real person who can get you scheduled for the next available slot.
Every sweep, inspection, and repair carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the work isn’t done right, we make it right, no fine print and no runaround. The promise covers workmanship for a full year, and it’s in writing before we start.
Please clear any decorative items from the mantel and hearth area, and make sure there’s a clear path from the front door to the fireplace. If you have pets, it helps to have them in a separate room during the visit so the technician can move freely and safely. We’ll bring drop cloths and shoe covers, and we’ll leave the area clean with a photo to prove it.
Schedule Your Chimney Sweep Service in Alpharetta Today
If your chimney hasn’t been cleaned this year, call Kindling Chimney Alpharetta at (762) 225-2593. You’ll get a written price before any work starts, a technician who treats your home like a home, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise on every job. Estimates are free, and a live person always answers.
Written by Danny Cortes, Owner at Kindling Chimney Alpharetta, serving Alpharetta and the surrounding North Fulton area.