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 Stickney, IL
Chimney repair in Stickney usually comes down to one of two problems: an unlined brick flue that was never sized for a modern gas furnace, or a crown and exterior stack that have been chewed up by decades of freeze-thaw cycles. Wexford Chimney Sweep handles both, along with sweeping and dryer vent work, from our base in nearby Cicero. We’ve served Stickney since 2013, and most of our repair calls here start with a sweep that turns up something worth fixing. Call (866) 361-2607 when you want a straight answer about what’s actually wrong.
Why Stickney Homes Are Different
Stickney’s housing stock was largely built between the 1920s and 1950s, and those brick bungalows and capes were constructed for coal heat. When homeowners converted to gas, few relined the chimney. That means the typical Stickney flue is unlined brick or original clay tile, and it’s often too large for the modern appliance venting into it. An oversized flue cools exhaust gases too quickly, which condenses moisture inside the masonry and accelerates deterioration from the inside out.
The climate compounds the problem. Stickney’s freeze-thaw winters push water into soft Chicago-area brick, and when that water freezes it spalls the face of the masonry. By late March, we regularly see crowns with loose mortar and brick faces starting to flake. The heating season runs from October through April here, so wood-burning fireplaces build creosote fast, and dual-flue setups – furnace plus basement water heater sharing one stack – are common in the older bungalows. A sweep call in Stickney frequently becomes a dual-flue inspection, and we always check the alley-side exterior stack because that’s where years of weather have done the most damage to the crown.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Stickney Services
Most Stickney homeowners first call us for one of two things: a chimney sweep before burning season, or a dryer vent cleaning when they notice clothes taking forever to dry. Both are fire-hazard removals, and both are jobs we do in a single visit.
Chimney Sweep in Stickney
A chimney sweep in Stickney is rarely just a sweep. Because so many homes here have original unlined or clay-tile flues, our technicians document the condition of the interior with a camera while they work. Creosote removal, debris clearing, and a visual check of the crown and cap are standard. If you have a dual-flue setup with the furnace and water heater venting into the same stack, we inspect both. Read more about what a sweep includes on our Chimney Sweep in Stickney page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Stickney
Dryer vents in Stickney’s older homes are often routed through basements with long, multi-elbow runs that trap lint fast. That lint is flammable, and a clogged vent also forces your dryer to run longer, which costs you money. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior termination, and on most Stickney homes that means accessing a cap on a side wall near the alley. Details are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Stickney page.
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 Stickney
Chimney repair in Stickney almost always traces back to one thing: the flue was built for coal and never relined when the house switched to gas. That undersized or unlined stack can’t handle modern appliance exhaust properly, and the exterior brick has taken decades of Chicago freeze-thaw. In the bungalows near Central Avenue and on the residential side streets off Pershing Road, we see the same pattern on nearly every job: a compromised crown, loose flashing, and a flue that needs either relining or HeatShield restoration. Wexford handles all of it in-house, which means the diagnosis and the fix come from the same company. Here’s a look at the most common chimney repairs in Stickney. If you want a fuller picture of what we do, see our Chimney Repair service page.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You can see an open flue from the ground, you hear birds or animals in the chimney, or rain is getting in and you smell damp masonry after storms.
What it costs in Stickney
Chimney cap installation in Stickney typically runs $250 – $500 depending on the flue size and whether a custom bracket is needed.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, install a stainless or copper cap with a proper screen, and anchor it so wind and animals stay out.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The old cap is rusted through, missing, or a storm has bent it so it no longer seals the flue.
What it costs in Stickney
Chimney cap replacement in Stickney usually falls between $250 and $500, with the old cap removed and the new one fitted to the existing flue.
How we do it
We pull the damaged cap, check the flue for any water damage underneath, then install a correctly sized replacement and seal it.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked clay tiles, missing mortar joints, or an unlined brick flue venting a gas furnace.
What it costs in Stickney
Chimney liner installation in Stickney typically runs $1,800 – $3,800, with DuraFlex flexible liner systems as the standard retrofit solution.
How we do it
We run a camera to confirm the flue dimensions, size the DuraFlex liner to the appliance, and install it with proper insulation and a top plate.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Stickney
| Item | Typical range in Stickney |
|---|---|
| Chimney Cap Installation | $250 – $500 |
| Chimney Cap Replacement | $250 – $500 |
| Chimney Liner Installation | $1,800 – $3,800 |
How do I know if I need a new liner or just a sweep?
A camera inspection is the only way to tell. If the flue shows cracked tiles or missing mortar, a sweep won’t fix it. We show you the footage so you can see the condition yourself before deciding anything.
Can a damaged liner be repaired without full replacement?
In many qualifying cases, yes. HeatShield liner repair restores a compromised flue by resurfacing the interior rather than tearing out and replacing it. We’ll tell you plainly if your flue qualifies or if a DuraFlex reline is the better option.
Brands We Service in Stickney
Wexford Chimney Sweep installs and services professional-grade product lines, not hardware-store substitutes. We stock and work with Coppery, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and DuraFlex on Stickney jobs, which means cap replacements and liner retrofits don’t wait on special orders. See our brands for the full range.
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| Service | Typical range in Stickney |
|---|---|
| Chimney Sweep (single flue) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney Sweep (dual flue) | $300 – $500 |
| Dryer Vent Cleaning | $125 – $225 |
| Chimney Cap Installation | $250 – $500 |
| Chimney Cap Replacement | $250 – $500 |
| Chimney Liner Installation | $1,800 – $3,800 |
What pushes a Stickney repair higher is almost always access. Exterior stacks on side walls require ladder work, and dual-flue inspections take more time. You’ll have a written price before any repair begins, so there’s no surprise line item when the job is done.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Stickney
Wexford Chimney Sweep works across all of Stickney, including the residential streets around Home Avenue, the apartment block corridors near Central Avenue, and the bungalow rows south of Pershing Road. Typical scheduling for non-emergency work runs within a week, and many sweeps are booked in a single visit.
- Home Avenue residential district
- Central Avenue apartment blocks
- South Stickney bungalow rows
- East Stickney near Harlem Avenue
- West Stickney near the Des Plaines River
Service Area – Cities Near Stickney
If you live just outside of Stickney, we likely cover your neighborhood too. We routinely work in Berwyn, IL, North Riverside, IL, Riverside, IL, and Cicero, IL. Same crews, same professional-grade materials, same upfront pricing on every job.
Serving Stickney, IL — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Stickney 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 Stickney
Most routine sweeps, cap replacements, and liner installations don’t require a village permit. If your repair involves structural masonry or a full rebuild, the village may want to review it. We’ll tell you before any work begins if a permit is needed on your job.
Most non-emergency appointments are scheduled within a week, and many sweeps and cap replacements can be completed in a single visit. The fall rush starts in September, so booking before October means better scheduling options. Call us and we’ll give you a straight answer for your specific situation.
Yes. We built our company around that exact pairing, since both are combustion-exhaust fire hazards that deserve a specialist. One appointment covers both, and you’re not coordinating two separate contractors for what should be a simple service call. Call (866) 361-2607 to set it up.
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 Stickney Customers Say
"Fast, fair, done right. No notes."
— Elena Vargas"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Jason Miller"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Scott Walsh