Chimney Sweep - Treasure Valley

Chimney Repair Boise and the Treasure Valley

Crown damage, failed mortar, or a deteriorated flue liner - we diagnose with a Level 2 camera inspection before recommending any repair, so you only pay for what the chimney actually needs.

Trained to CSIA Standards - Fully Insured

Start with a look

Not sure yet? Get eyes on it.

Cheaper than a guess. We come out, check it, and tell you straight what it needs. No pressure to book the cleaning.

Dryer Vent
FREE

Vent Inspection

We check the full duct run and the exterior cap, then tell you honestly.

Air Ducts
FREE

Duct Inspection

We look first and only recommend cleaning when it is actually warranted.

No obligation. A written quote always comes before any work begins.

Valley Vent Coupon One per household
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Level 2 Chimney Inspection

Camera inspection of the full flue from firebox to cap. Required by NFPA 211 for real estate transfers. Written report provided.

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Diagnose First - Repair Second

Camera First.
Then the Fix.

We do not quote chimney repairs from the ground. A Level 2 camera inspection is how we know what the liner, crown, mortar, and smoke chamber actually look like - not what they might look like from the firebox or the roof edge. You get a written report with photos before we discuss any repair cost.

Idaho freeze-thaw cycles do predictable damage. A cracked crown lets water into the flue. Saturated masonry spalls. Failing mortar joints let moisture reach the liner. We have seen all of it in Treasure Valley homes. The repair plan comes from the camera findings, not from a clipboard walk-around.

Crown Repair Starting at $299
Tuckpointing Starting at $499
Flue Relining Starting at $1,500
Technician inspecting a cracked chimney crown on a Treasure Valley home

How do I know if my chimney needs repointing or tuckpointing?

Look for mortar joints that are cracked, crumbling, or recessed more than 1/4 inch below the face of the brick. If you can poke a screwdriver into the joint without force, the mortar has failed and water is getting in. Left alone, failed mortar lets moisture into the masonry, which causes freeze-thaw spalling and can eventually make the chimney structurally unsound.

What causes chimney crown damage?

Idaho's freeze-thaw cycles are the main culprit. Water gets into small cracks in the crown, freezes, expands, and widens the crack. A damaged crown lets water into the flue and can cause damage to the liner, smoke chamber, and surrounding masonry. A properly poured crown with an overhang and drip edge survives freeze-thaw cycles much better than a flat-poured crown.

Do I need a new liner or can the existing one be repaired?

Cracked clay tile liners can sometimes be repaired with a cast-in-place system that coats the interior. Severely spalled or missing tile sections typically require a stainless steel insert liner. A Level 2 camera inspection is the only reliable way to assess liner condition from the bottom to the top of the flue.

How much does chimney repair cost in Boise?

Crown repair starts at $299 for crack repair and resurfacing. Tuckpointing starts at $499 and is priced by the scope of mortar failure. Flue relining starts at $1,500 for a full stainless steel liner installation. A Level 2 inspection at $349 is required before any liner or major structural repair - the camera is the only reliable way to assess what the flue actually needs from the firebox to the top.

Can you repair a chimney without tearing it apart?

Usually yes. Crown repair and tuckpointing are exterior repairs that do not require opening the firebox or removing components. Flue relining installs a stainless steel liner through the existing flue without demolition. Level 3 inspection - which does involve removing components - is only required when there is reason to believe the problem is in a concealed area that a camera cannot reach. That is uncommon.

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Financing available for larger jobs. Ask about monthly payment options.

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Service Area

Serving the Treasure Valley

One local crew. Every town. From Boise to Middleton - we are your neighbors.

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Free Written Estimate

Takes about 60 seconds - we text back less than 1 hr

No spam - no mailing list - just an estimate

Financing available for larger jobs. Ask about monthly payment options.

Rather talk to a human? Call (208) 248-2478