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
Chimney repair in Broadview is rarely a simple patch job. It’s usually a diagnosis of what decades of freeze-thaw cycles have done to a 1940s or 1950s masonry chimney. Wexford Chimney Sweep has served Broadview since 2013, and most of the repair work we do here involves cracked crowns, failing flashing, and old clay-tile flues that were never relined. If you’re in 60155 and water is staining your firebox or dampers have rusted shut, call (866) 361-2607 for an assessment that includes camera documentation, not guesswork.
Why Broadview Homes Are Different
Broadview’s housing stock is small, older, and dense. We’re working on frame and brick bungalows and two-flats from the early to mid 20th century, many with the original masonry fireplace still in place. That means unlined or clay-tile flues, shallow fireboxes, and chimneys that were built before modern liner standards existed. In the village’s older core near the historic downtown, a lot of these properties have been converted to rentals, and deferred maintenance is common. The original clay liners crack, mortar joints erode, and nobody notices until a sweep or an inspection finds it.
The climate does its part too. Broadview gets real freeze-thaw cycling every winter, followed by heavy spring rain. Water gets into hairline cracks in the crown or the brick, freezes and expands, and the damage compounds year after year. By spring, we’re seeing spalled brick faces, crumbling crown edges, and flashing that has lifted away from the roofline. A cracked crown is often the first thing a homeowner notices, but it’s rarely the only problem.
What’s different about Broadview compared to the newer subdivisions further west on the Eisenhower corridor is that the work here is mostly about aged single-family masonry in a compact village footprint. We’re not doing many prefab chase inspections. We’re documenting original clay-tile flues, checking for missing or failed liners, and figuring out what can be restored versus what needs structural repair.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Broadview Services
The two calls we get most often in Broadview are for chimney sweeping and dryer vent cleaning, both of which are fire-hazard prevention at their core.
Chimney Sweep in Broadview
A sweep in Broadview almost always includes an inspection that older bungalows and two-flats genuinely need. Many of these chimneys were never relined, and creosote buildup on unlined or clay-tile flues is a different risk profile than on a modern stainless liner. We document what we find with camera inspection as part of the service. If a Broadview homeowner hasn’t had their flue looked at in years, a sweep is when hidden problems get found. Learn more about our Chimney Sweep in Broadview service.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Broadview
Dryer vents in Broadview’s older homes are often long, narrow, and routed through basements or crawlspaces, which means lint accumulates faster and is harder to reach. It’s the leading residential lint-exhaust fire hazard, and it pairs naturally with chimney work because both are combustion-exhaust or lint-exhaust risks in the same compact housing stock. One specialist, two fire hazards. That’s why we offer both. See our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Broadview page for specifics.
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 usually starts with water. A cracked crown lets rain into the mortar joints, and a freeze-thaw winter turns that moisture into spalled brick and a leaning stack by spring. Many of the chimneys we open up in this village still have original clay-tile flues that were never relined, and rusted dampers or firebox water stains are the visible evidence from last year’s rain. Wexford Chimney Sweep handles chimney repair as a full-service discipline here, not a referral to a third contractor. See our Chimney Repair capabilities for the full scope, and call (866) 361-2607 when you need someone to actually fix what the camera found.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rusted or missing caps, visible rain entry at the flue opening, or birds and debris inside the flue mean a new cap is overdue.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney cap installation in Broadview typically ranges from $250 to $650 depending on flue size and cap material.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a professional-grade cap from Gelco, Famco, or Copperfield stock, and secure it to the crown with mechanical fasteners and weatherproof sealant.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracked or eroded crown surfaces, spalled brick along the top courses, or water staining on the firebox walls below indicate crown failure.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney crown repair in Broadview runs from $400 to $950 depending on crown condition and whether we’re sealing or rebuilding the surface.
How we do it
We remove loose material, re-form the crown with proper slope and overhang, and apply a weatherproof sealant designed for masonry exposure.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Lifted or corroded flashing, ceiling stains near the fireplace wall, or visible gaps where the chimney meets the roofline mean flashing has failed.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney flashing repair in Broadview typically costs $350 to $850, more if roof access requires extra staging on steep or tight Broadview lots.
How we do it
We cut back the old flashing, install new step and counter flashing sealed with professional-grade roofing sealant, and verify the water path is corrected.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Flaking clay tiles, gaps between liner sections, or a camera inspection showing cracks and missing mortar joints signal that a new liner is required.
What it costs in Broadview
Chimney liner installation in Broadview typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,400 for a full reline, less if a HeatShield restoration is viable.
How we do it
We size the flue for the appliance, install a DuraFlex stainless liner or HeatShield restoration system, and verify the connection with a camera before signing off.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Broadview
| Item | Typical range in Broadview |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $650 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $950 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $3,400 |
Do I really need a new liner, or is repair possible?
Not always. HeatShield is a viable restoration method for many Broadview flues with cracked but structurally sound clay tile, avoiding a full reline. We’ll show you the camera footage before recommending either route.
What actually happens if I skip a crown or flashing repair?
Water keeps moving through the masonry, and one Broadview freeze-thaw winter turns a surface crack into structural damage and much higher repair cost. Call (866) 361-2607 to get the condition documented before the next winter cycle.
Brands We Service in Broadview
We install and service the brands chimney contractors rely on: DuraFlex liners, HeatShield restoration, Copperfield caps and dampers, and Famco accessories. Parts are stocked locally for Broadview jobs, which keeps turnaround short during peak fall season. Learn more about our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Broadview |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $650 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $950 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $3,400 |
| HeatShield liner restoration | $1,200 – $2,400 |
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $250 |
| Chimney inspection with camera | $150 – $300 |
| Chimney cap installation (with liner) | $450 – $900 |
Prices in Broadview trend toward the middle of these ranges when chimneys are on steep or tight roof pitches, or when the flue needs scaffolding from an alley-side stack. Two or three-story stacks common in the village’s older two-flats involve real ladder work, not a quick roof hop. You get the price upfront before we start, and nothing is added without you seeing the camera evidence first.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Broadview
We work across the entire village, from the older core near the historic downtown to the residential streets running north and south of Roosevelt Road. Broadview is small enough that we’re never far from your block, and the compact footprint means we can usually schedule within a few working days, not weeks.
- Historic downtown core
- Roosevelt Road corridor
- North Broadview residential streets
- South Broadview near the Eisenhower
- Alley-facing two-flat rows
Service Area – Cities Near Broadview
We also serve the surrounding western Cook County villages. If you’re in Westchester, IL, Maywood, IL, La Grange Park, IL, or North Riverside, IL, the same camera-backed diagnosis and straightforward repair approach applies. Call (866) 361-2607 to confirm scheduling in your area.
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 repair work is scheduled within a few working days, and we prioritize water-damage issues ahead of the next freeze-thaw cycle. Call (866) 361-2607 with what you’re seeing and we’ll give you a straight answer on timing.
Most repair work like caps, crowns, and liners does not require a permit, but structural rebuilds may. We’ll tell you if your job crosses that line before we start, so there are no surprises with the village.
Yes. We schedule combined visits when the calendar allows, and it’s common in Broadview’s older homes where both the fireplace flue and the dryer vent have been neglected for years. One visit, two fire hazards addressed.
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
"Creosote buildup was worse than I realized. He measured it, showed me the glazing on the flue with the camera, and was honest that we were closer to a chimney fire than I wanted to hear."
— Rachel Whitaker"We manage six rental properties and I've now sent them to four of them. Consistent every single time, which is not something I can say about most vendors we use."
— Kurt Doyle"Showed up when they said they would. That's most of the battle."
— Katie Parker