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.
Fast, Reliable Chimney Sweep Across Lauderhill
A chimney sweep in Lauderhill typically runs $189 to $349 for a standard open fireplace, and most jobs are completed in 60 to 90 minutes. Gas fireplace cleaning falls between $149 and $249 depending on the unit and how long it’s been since anyone looked at it. If you’re calling from Inverrary, the Lakes of Inverrary, or anywhere off Oakland Park Boulevard, we answer the phone live and schedule a real arrival window. Call (754) 354-1451 and you’ll get a written price before any work starts, not after we’re standing in your living room.
Why Ashby Chimney Fort Lauderdale Is Lauderhill’s Preferred Chimney Sweep Company
Lauderhill homeowners call us because we show up when we say we will and we put the price in writing before anything gets touched. Nathan Corliss runs our operation and he’s built the whole thing around one idea: the invoice should match the quote, and the work should hold up. We’ve been at this since 2002, and the local reputation that matters most to us is the one that spreads through neighborhoods like West Ken Lark and St. George.
Our techs know the difference between a solid 1970s masonry flue off Sunrise Boulevard and a rust-pitted prefabricated metal chimney in a condo complex near the swap shop. That matters when you’re deciding whether a sweep is enough or a liner repairable. We don’t recommend work you can’t verify. Every inspection includes camera footage you can watch yourself. If we tell you a flue liner needs attention, you’ll see exactly what we’re seeing before you spend a dollar.
Dispatch and scheduling are coordinated from our Miami office, but the techs who serve Lauderhill live local and know the housing stock. Response time to most of Lauderhill is same week, with next-day slots available through much of the non-emergency season.
Styles & brands we work with
Chimney Sweep Certified in Lauderhill
Chimney Sweep Certified in Lauderhill means more than running a brush through a flue, it means checking the corrosion and storm damage that this specific climate hands out. A proper sweep here starts with a visual assessment of the chimney cap, crown, and flashing, then mechanical brushing of the flue walls, and finally removing creosote, soot, and any debris from the smoke chamber and firebox. Most Lauderhill sweeps run $189 to $349. The Kingswell Guarantee covers our work in writing, if something’s not done right, we come back and make it right. That’s the 365-Day Done Right Promise, and it’s included on every job.
Creosote and Soot Removal
Creosote is the flammable residue that condenses on flue walls when wood smoke cools. Soot is the softer black dust from incomplete combustion. In Lauderhill’s climate, you’re often dealing with both, because brief December cold snaps lead to short, hot fires that don’t fully burn off the previous season’s buildup. We remove both mechanically and then do a final inspection pass to confirm the flue is clear.
Annual Sweep and Fireplace Cleaning
An annual sweep is the smart default for any Lauderhill home that actually uses its fireplace. Fire codes here, like throughout Broward County, call for regular inspection of prefabricated metal chimneys precisely because they corrode faster in salt-laden humidity. Fireplace cleaning covers the firebox, the damper, and the visible brick or stonework, so you’re not lighting a fire over last year’s ash and nesting debris.
Gas Fireplace Cleaning in Lauderhill
Gas Fireplace Cleaning in Lauderhill costs $149 to $249 and involves cleaning the glass, logs, burner, and pilot assembly, plus checking the venting for blockages and corrosion. A lot of Lauderhill homeowners assume gas fireplaces don’t need cleaning nearly as often as wood-burning ones, and that’s true for the creosote part, but the venting still gets blocked by animals, debris, and rust flakes from corroded metal components. If you smell something damp or metallic when you fire up a gas log set, that’s a sign of moisture intrusion in the venting, not just dust.
Venting and Cap Replacement for Gas Units
We check the entire vent run on gas units, from the firebox to the termination cap on the roof. Lauderhill’s summer storms frequently displace caps on original metal chimneys, and a missing cap on a gas unit is exactly how nesting birds and raccoon debris end up blocking the flue. We replace caps with Famco or Copperfield hardware, not whatever generic part happens to be available, because a cap that fails in the next storm creates the same problem all over again.
Annual Service for Gas Fireplaces
Even if you only run the fireplace a few times each year, an annual service call is worth it here. Salt-laden humidity doesn’t take a season off. Rust forms on burner ports and pilot assemblies, and a blocked or corroded vent can push carbon monoxide back into the room. We test for proper draft, clean the ignition components, and leave you with a written summary of the unit’s condition.
Trusted Brands We Service in Lauderhill
We stock common replacement parts for Lauderhill homes, including chimney caps from Famco and Copperfield, and we work with liners and repair materials from Olympia Chimney and Gelco when a flue needs more than a cleaning. We know the mid-century prefabricated metal chimneys in this city, the ones in concrete-block ranchers off Inverrary Boulevard and in low-rise condos near the city’s golf courses. When parts are in stock locally, we can often complete a cap replacement or minor repair on the same visit as the sweep. That saves you a second appointment and a second trip charge.
See the difference
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterCommon Chimney Sweep Problems We See in Lauderhill Homes
- Rusted prefabricated metal flues: The salt-laden humidity and hurricane-driven rain accelerate corrosion in original 1970s and 80s metal chimneys. A sweep here often reveals rust flakes and pitted flue walls well before creosote becomes a problem.
- Displaced chimney caps after storms: Summer squall lines and outer-band hurricane gusts push caps off their mounts on exposed rooflines. A missing or shifted cap lets rainwater, birds, and debris into the flue, which is why your first fire in December might backdraft.
- Cracked crowns and failed flashing: Wind-driven rain pools on cracked chimney crowns and seeps through deteriorated flashing at the roofline. That moisture shows up as a slow-moving ceiling stain that homeowners often assume is a roof leak. We trace it back to the source.
- Animal nesting and debris packing: The rainy season pushes nitrogen-producing animals looking for dry shelter, and a chimney with a missing or damaged cap is an open invitation. Nests packed tight into a flue can block the draft entirely and push smoke and carbon monoxide back into the living space.
Pricing for Chimney Sweep in Lauderhill, FL
A standard Chimney Sweep for an open wood-burning fireplace in Lauderhill runs $189 to $349. If we find a displaced cap or damaged flashing during the visit, cap replacement typically adds $95 to $225 depending on the cap and access. A Level 1 inspection is normally bundled into the sweep; a standalone Level 2 inspection for real estate transactions or storm-damage assessment runs $249 to $399. A gas fireplace cleaning is $149 to $249. Every quote is written, fixed, and in your hand before we touch anything. A camera inspection is included. If we recommend a repair, you’ll see the footage. Call (754) 354-1451 and we’ll give you an exact number over the phone.
We Also Serve Cities Near Lauderhill
Our crews cover Lauderhill and the rest of central Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, and Aventura. If you’re on the edge of the city or just across the line, we’ll still come. Same written pricing, same guarantee. Ask when you call.
Serving Lauderhill, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lauderhill 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 Sweep in Lauderhill
Call by early November. That gives us time to inspect for storm damage, clear any debris or animal nests, and schedule repairs before the first real cold snap sends everyone in Lauderhill looking for a chimney sweep at once. If you’ve noticed a ceiling stain, a damp smell from your fireplace, or heard anything moving around in the flue, don’t wait. Call (754) 354-1451 and we’ll get a technician out to look.
Because the rust isn’t coming from fire, it’s coming from moisture. Lauderhill’s salt-laden humidity and hurricane-driven rain accumulate inside prefabricated metal chimneys whether you use them or not. Original metal flues from the 1970s and 80s were built to the standards of their day, but decades of subtropical exposure corrode the metal, pit the flue liner, and eventually block the draft. A sweep lets us see the rust before it becomes a carbon monoxide risk.
A Level 2 inspection is a video inspection of the entire flue interior, from the firebox to the chimney top. It’s the standard required by most Broward County fire codes and home insurance underwriters when there’s been a structural change, a property transfer, or a weather event that may have damaged the chimney. In Lauderhill, where hurricane-driven rain and wind are part of every summer, a Level 2 inspection before a sale is the only way to document that a chimney is structurally sound and clear. Cost runs $249 to $399 as a standalone service.
No. Third-degree creosote is a hard, glazed, tar-like layer that mechanical brushing won’t remove. It forms when fires burn hot and fast repeatedly, which is exactly the pattern you get with Lauderhill’s short winter cold snaps. If our camera inspection shows third-degree creosote, we’ll tell you plainly and talk through your options, which usually involve a chemical treatment or a liner replacement. We will never quote you for a sweep and then pretend the problem went away. Call (754) 354-1451 and we’ll walk you through what you’re actually dealing with.
Because the water isn’t coming through the roof, it’s coming through the chimney. Hurricanes and summer squalls drive rain sideways, and that wind-driven water finds its way through cracked chimney crowns, displaced caps, and corroded flashing collars. The leak then follows the flue down and shows up as a stain on the ceiling near the fireplace, not directly over the roofline. We find the actual entry point with a camera inspection and fix it before it becomes a structural problem. Call (754) 354-1451 for a free estimate.
Written by Nathan Corliss, operator at Ashby Chimney Fort Lauderdale, providing chimney sweep, inspection, and fireplace repair services to Lauderhill since 2002.