Bushwick’s chimneys tell the neighborhood’s history. The pre-war walk-ups and wood-frame houses along Knickerbocker and Myrtle Avenues have original masonry flues; the converted industrial lofts around the Jefferson Street corridor have newer venting stitched into old buildings; and the new residential construction keeps adding gas fireplaces that still need a clean, clear flue. Every one of them collects soot, and wood-burning flues collect creosote — the fuel of chimney fires.
We sweep fireplace flues, wood stoves and boiler flues across Bushwick, from the rowhouses near Maria Hernandez Park to the loft buildings off the L train. Plan on 45 to 90 minutes: the fireplace gets sealed, the flue is brushed from the roof down to the firebox, the smoke chamber is cleaned, and we check the damper and cap before leaving the roof. Drop cloths go down first — loft floors and walk-up apartments are left as we found them.
Many Bushwick buildings have shared or party-wall chimneys, and older wood-frame houses often have flues that have not been touched in decades. If we find damage the cleaning cannot fix — cracked liners, missing caps, crumbling crowns — we show you photos and explain the options before anything else happens.
Pricing
Chimney cleaning in Brooklyn starts at $199, covering a standard fireplace or boiler flue sweep with the smoke chamber check included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the $199 cleaning price cover a boiler flue too?
Yes. In Bushwick most heating systems vent through masonry flues, so a standard sweep — fireplace or boiler flue — starts at $199 in Brooklyn. The exact price is confirmed before we begin, so there are no surprises on the invoice.
Should a shared party-wall chimney be cleaned more often?
Not more often — but both sides matter. Each flue should be inspected yearly and cleaned when buildup warrants it. With shared chimneys in Bushwick’s walk-ups, soot and draft problems on one side can affect the other, so it pays to know the condition of the whole stack.
What is creosote and why is it dangerous?
Creosote is the tar-like residue of wood smoke that coats the flue interior. It is highly flammable — chimney fires start in creosote buildup. Regular sweeping keeps it below dangerous levels.
Will sweeping damage an old chimney?
No — proper brushing removes deposits without harming sound masonry or liners. If the flue is already damaged, the camera shows it, and we tell you before recommending any repair.
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Sweeps Chimney Services INC, 68 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, (347) 297-9646.
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