Level 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.
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A Level 2 chimney inspection and cleaning in Everett typically runs $180-$340 for a standard sweep with camera documentation, though most triple-decker jobs here involve multiple flues and run higher. We’re Level Two Chimney Co., and we’ve inspected more than 38,000 chimneys since 2009 under the Haven Standard, every one with a written price before work starts and a photo record after. Everett’s dense concentration of 1890s-1930s triple-deckers means our crews are trained for multi-flue stacks where abandoned coal flues, mixed-appliance connections, and coastal moisture damage are routine. Call (508) 850-0489 for a free written estimate.
Why Everett Homes Are Different
Everett’s housing stock is dominated by pre-WWII two- and three-family wood-frame homes with original full-height brick chimneys, many never professionally relined after conversions away from coal or oil. The density and attached or near-attached siting means chimney deterioration or a flue fire poses shared-wall risk to adjacent structures.
Proximity to the Mystic River and Boston Harbor adds coastal moisture to an already punishing New England freeze-thaw cycle, accelerating spalling, mortar joint erosion, and interior flue condensation faster than in inland metro communities. Moisture infiltrating cracked mortar joints in a multi-flue chimney silently degrades all active and inactive flues at once.
In Everett’s triple-deckers, technicians routinely find three or four flues - one per unit plus a legacy coal-boiler or ash-dump flue - where inactive flues were capped with brick or board decades ago, accumulating nests, debris, and moisture that now wick into adjacent active gas-appliance flues. Identifying which flues are live versus abandoned before cleaning starts is the first critical step on nearly every job here.
Our Main Everett Services
We route three core services to dedicated Everett pages and cover two primary trades in depth below.
Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Everett
Our Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Everett service handles multi-flue Level 2 inspections with camera documentation, creosote removal, and written condition reports for each unit in a triple-decker stack. We identify abandoned flues, check for proper venting, and document everything under Haven Standard Clause 4.
Chimney Repair in Everett
Our Chimney Repair in Everett service addresses spalling brick, mortar joint erosion, and structural damage accelerated by coastal moisture and freeze-thaw cycles. We provide written scopes and photo documentation before any masonry work begins.
Fireplace Services in Everett
Our Fireplace Services in Everett cover insert installation, firebox repair, and damper replacement in the city’s aging hearths, with camera inspection of the smoke chamber and flue transition included on every visit.
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.
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Everett’s triple-decker chimneys suffer disproportionate cap and crown damage because coastal moisture from the Mystic River and Boston Harbor penetrates cracked crowns, then freezes and expands through winter cycles. A failed crown on a multi-flue stack lets water into abandoned flues and active ones simultaneously, degrading the entire chimney from the top down. Our Chimney Cap & Crown service is built for this exact housing stock.
Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Visible cracks in the concrete crown, water stains on interior chimney walls, or pieces of crown material in the fireplace or cleanout.
What it costs in Everett
Crown repair typically runs $450-$900 depending on crack severity and whether the flue tiles need resetting.
How we do it
We grind out cracks, apply a bonding agent, and pour new crown concrete sloped to shed water, with a 2-inch overhang minimum per code.
Multi-Flue Cap
Signs you need it
Rust streaks from old single-flue caps, debris or nests in unused flues, or water entering the chimney during rain.
What it costs in Everett
Multi-flue cap installation ranges $380-$750 for stainless steel models covering two to four flues on a typical triple-decker stack.
How we do it
We measure the full chimney top, fabricate or order a cap with screen sides for each flue, and anchor it with masonry screws or a mounting band.
What Chimney Cap & Crown Costs in Everett
| Item | Typical range in Everett |
|---|---|
| Crown repair | $450-$900 |
| Crown coating (minor cracks) | $280-$550 |
| Multi-flue cap installation | $380-$750 |
Can a cracked crown wait until next year?
No. Water entering through crown cracks freezes and expands, widening damage through winter; by spring, a $450 repair can become a $2,000+ rebuild. Call (508) 850-0489 for a free camera inspection and written price.
Do I need separate caps for each flue in a triple-decker?
A single multi-flue cap is usually better - it covers all flues with one properly sloped top, eliminating the gaps between individual caps where Everett’s wind-driven rain enters. We measure and recommend the right configuration after inspection.
Chimney Liner & Rebuild in Everett
Everett’s triple-deckers were built for coal and later converted to oil and gas, often without proper relining, leaving original clay flue tiles cracked by decades of thermal cycling and corrosion. A compromised liner in any unit of a multi-flue stack can leak carbon monoxide into neighboring units through shared masonry walls. Our Chimney Liner & Rebuild service replaces failed liners with documented, code-compliant systems.
Stainless Steel Liner
Signs you need it
Clay tile flakes in the firebox, draft problems, or a Level 2 camera scan showing cracked, shifted, or missing flue tiles.
What it costs in Everett
Stainless steel liner installation runs $1,800-$3,500 for a typical single-flue application in a triple-decker chimney.
How we do it
We measure the flue with a video scan, drop a custom-cut stainless tube with insulation wrap, and connect it to the appliance with a proper tee and collar.
Partial Rebuild
Signs you need it
Spalling brick above the roofline, leaning chimney, or mortar joints eroded to finger-depth, especially on the harbor-facing side.
What it costs in Everett
Partial rebuild from the roof up typically costs $2,500-$5,500 depending on height and accessibility.
How we do it
We scaffold the work area, remove damaged courses to sound masonry, and rebuild with matching brick and Type N mortar, installing a new crown before capping.
What Chimney Liner & Rebuild Costs in Everett
| Item | Typical range in Everett |
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| Stainless steel liner | $1,800-$3,500 |
| Flexible liner (offset flues) | $2,200-$4,200 |
| Partial rebuild (roof up) | $2,500-$5,500 |
Does every unit in a triple-decker need its own liner?
Yes. Each gas or oil appliance needs a dedicated, properly sized flue; sharing flues between units is a code violation and carbon monoxide hazard. We inspect all flues and quote each unit separately with written documentation.
Can you line just one flue in a multi-flue chimney?
We can, but we always inspect adjacent flues first - moisture and creosote from a damaged neighboring flue can compromise even a new liner. Our written scope notes any recommended adjacent work before we start.
Brands We Service in Everett
We stock and install materials from Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield, with DuraFlex liners available for complex offsets common in Everett’s older chimneys. Most parts ship to our Boston office within 24-48 hours, keeping scheduled jobs on track. See our brands for full specifications.
Pricing for Chimney Cleaning in Everett, MA
| Service | Typical range in Everett |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep (single flue) | $180-$280 |
| Multi-flue sweep (2-3 flues, typical triple-decker) | $280-$420 |
| Level 2 inspection with camera documentation | $220-$340 |
| Crown coating (minor cracks) | $280-$550 |
| Crown repair | $450-$900 |
| Multi-flue cap installation | $380-$750 |
| Stainless steel liner | $1,800-$3,500 |
| Flexible liner (offset flues) | $2,200-$4,200 |
| Partial rebuild (roof up) | $2,500-$5,500 |
| Full chimney rebuild | $6,500-$14,000 |
Everett’s tight lot lines and triple-decker height often require specialized scaffolding or ladder setups, which can add $150-$400 to exterior work. Every price is written and agreed before any work starts - Haven Standard Clause 1, no exceptions.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Everett
We serve all Everett neighborhoods with crews dispatched from our Boston office, typically arriving within scheduled windows without multi-day waits. Our technicians are familiar with the specific chimney configurations in each area.
- Glendale
- Woodlawn
- West Everett
- Silver Lake
- Highland
Service Area - Cities Near Everett
Our crews work throughout the metro Boston area, with regular routes to Boston, MA, Cambridge, MA, Winchester, MA, and Newton, MA. Scheduling is coordinated from our Boston office with text notifications when your technician is en route.
Serving Everett, MA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Everett 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 Cleaning in Everett
Most chimney repairs and liner replacements require a permit from Everett’s Building Department; we pull permits as part of our standard process and include the documentation in your job packet. Call (508) 850-0489 and we’ll confirm permit requirements for your specific scope.
We coordinate directly with tenants for access, scheduling all unit inspections in a single visit to minimize disruption; you’ll receive one written report with separate documentation per flue. We can also bill the owner directly and provide tenant notification letters.
Start with a Level 2 camera inspection - especially important in Everett, where abandoned flues and mixed-appliance connections are common. We’ll show you exactly what we find, identify which flues are active, and provide a written scope with no obligation to proceed.
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 Everett Customers Say
"We were buying the house and needed a real inspection. The report had photographs, the standard it was done to, and a clear repair figure. The seller paid for the repair."
- Lorna D."Gas insert service done properly with the readings written down. The technician had the certification number printed on the paperwork."
- Bettina A."They ran a camera down the flue and showed me the cracked tiles on a screen. The previous company had swept it twice and never mentioned it."
- Gregory F.