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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AfterChimney Cleaning in Lexington, MA
Chimney cap and crown work in Lexington runs $180-$1,850 depending on whether we’re sealing hairline cracks or replacing a multi-flue cap on a center-chimney colonial. The town’s inland freeze-thaw cycles and two distinct housing eras - 18th-century colonials with massive multi-flue stacks and 1960s-70s ranches with aging clay tile - create crown and liner failures that coastal sweeps rarely see. Call (508) 850-0489 for a written estimate before any work starts.
Why Lexington Homes Are Different
Lexington sits 11 miles inland from Boston, which means colder overnight lows and sharper freeze-thaw cycling than coastal towns. That thermal stress attacks mortar joints at chimney crowns and spalls clay tile liners in the town’s sprawling mid-century neighborhoods.
The historic district around the Battle Green adds another layer. Those center-chimney colonials contain two to four offset flues within a single masonry mass, including sealed kitchen hearths a technician can easily miss. A sweep trained only on standard suburban construction might scope the wrong passage or overlook a deteriorating secondary flue. We’ve found active carbon monoxide risks in flues past owners assumed were fully abandoned.
Meanwhile, the postwar ranch and split-level developments covering most of Lexington carry original clay tile liners now 60-70 years old. Freeze-thaw has cracked them at the joints. The result: two chimney populations, two failure modes, one ZIP code.
Our Main Lexington Services
These are the three services Lexington homeowners call about most often, with dedicated pages for each.
Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Lexington
Our NFPA 211 Level 2 sweep includes a camera-scan of every accessible flue, a documented photo record, and a written scope with price before we start. In Lexington’s center-chimney colonials, we map each flue to its original fireplace or hearth before the camera goes down. Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Lexington
Chimney Repair in Lexington
Crown cracks, spalling brick, and deteriorated mortar joints accelerate in Lexington’s freeze-thaw climate. We document damage with photos, deliver a written repair scope and price, and back the work with our 365-Day Done Right Promise. Chimney Repair in Lexington
Fireplace Services in Lexington
Fireplace insert installation, damper repair, and smoke chamber parging for Lexington’s mix of historic open hearths and retrofitted units. Every job gets the same documented inspection and written upfront pricing. Fireplace Services in Lexington
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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Lexington’s freeze-thaw cycles destroy chimney crowns faster than coastal towns, and the town’s center-chimney colonials demand multi-flue caps that fit irregular masonry masses standard retail caps won’t cover. We install and service caps and crowns under the Haven Standard, with a written price before work starts and a photo record when it’s done. Chimney Cap & Crown
Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Water staining on the firebox ceiling, rusted damper hardware, or birds nesting in an uncapped flue.
What it costs in Lexington
Single-flue cap installation runs $180-$450; multi-flue caps for center-chimney colonials run $650-$1,200.
How we do it
We measure the flue or chimney mass, fabricate or source a cap from Olympia Chimney or Famco through our Haven buying network, and secure it with masonry anchors and a bead of high-temp sealant.
Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Visible cracks in the concrete crown, pieces of crown material in the yard, or water infiltration after thaw cycles.
What it costs in Lexington
Hairline crack sealing with crown coating runs $350-$650; partial crown rebuilds run $850-$1,500.
How we do it
We grind out cracked material, apply a bonding agent, and pour new high-strength concrete sloped to shed water, with a 1-inch overhang past the brick.
What Chimney Cap & Crown Costs in Lexington
| Item | Typical range in Lexington |
|---|---|
| Single-flue cap installation | $180 - $450 |
| Multi-flue cap installation | $650 - $1,200 |
| Crown coating / sealing | $350 - $650 |
| Partial crown rebuild | $850 - $1,500 |
Can a cracked chimney crown wait until spring?
Water already moves through freeze-thaw cracks in Lexington’s climate, and each cycle widens the damage. We can seal hairline cracks for $350-$650 now, or rebuild later for $850-$1,500. Call (508) 850-0489 for a camera inspection and written price.
Do center-chimney colonials need special caps?
Yes - standard single-flue caps won’t cover the irregular masonry mass or multiple flue openings. We measure on-site and source custom multi-flue caps from Olympia Chimney or Famco.
Chimney Liner & Rebuild in Lexington
Lexington’s mid-century housing stock carries original clay tile liners now 60-70 years old, cracked by decades of inland freeze-thaw. Those liners vent gas appliances and wood fireplaces into the same masonry mass, and a breach can pull combustion gases into living space. We replace and reline under Haven Standard Clause 1 - written price, written scope, written warranty before any work starts. Chimney Liner & Rebuild
Stainless Steel Liner
Signs you need it
Cracked clay tile visible on camera scan, flaking tile pieces in the cleanout, or a water heater or boiler venting into a compromised flue.
What it costs in Lexington
Stainless steel liner installation runs $2,800-$4,500 for a standard fireplace flue, or $1,800-$3,200 for a furnace or water heater flue.
How we do it
We pull a camera to confirm the full flue condition, drop a continuous 316Ti stainless steel liner with proper insulation and top plate, and document the completed installation with photos.
Partial Rebuild
Signs you need it
Spalling brick above the roofline, a leaning chimney stack, or mortar joints eroded to finger-width gaps.
What it costs in Lexington
Partial rebuilds from the roofline up run $3,500-$6,500 depending on height and accessibility.
How we do it
We dismantle to sound masonry, rebuild with matching brick and type-N mortar, install a new concrete crown with proper overhang, and cap with a Gelco or Copperfield cap.
What Chimney Liner & Rebuild Costs in Lexington
| Item | Typical range in Lexington |
|---|---|
| Stainless steel liner (fireplace) | $2,800 - $4,500 |
| Stainless steel liner (appliance) | $1,800 - $3,200 |
| Partial chimney rebuild | $3,500 - $6,500 |
| Full chimney rebuild | $8,500 - $15,000 |
How long does a stainless steel liner last?
Properly installed 316Ti stainless steel liners carry a lifetime warranty and typically outlast the appliances they vent. We document the installation with photos under Haven Standard Clause 4.
Can I just patch cracked clay tile instead of relining?
Individual tile replacement is rarely cost-effective and doesn’t address the systemic cracking freeze-thaw causes. A continuous stainless liner seals all breaches and carries a written warranty.
Brands We Service in Lexington
We source caps, liners, and rebuild materials through the Haven buying network from Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield. Most standard parts are stocked for Lexington jobs, with specialty center-chimney caps fabricated to measure when needed.
Pricing for Chimney Cleaning in Lexington, MA
| Service | Typical range in Lexington |
|---|---|
| NFPA 211 Level 2 sweep with camera inspection | $225 - $325 |
| Single-flue cap installation | $180 - $450 |
| Multi-flue cap installation | $650 - $1,200 |
| Crown coating / sealing | $350 - $650 |
| Partial crown rebuild | $850 - $1,500 |
| Stainless steel liner (fireplace) | $2,800 - $4,500 |
| Stainless steel liner (appliance) | $1,800 - $3,200 |
| Partial chimney rebuild | $3,500 - $6,500 |
| Full chimney rebuild | $8,500 - $15,000 |
Prices move up for steep roof access, center-chimney colonials requiring extra flue mapping, or hidden damage the camera reveals after work begins. We stop, show you the photos, and deliver a revised written price before continuing. No surprises.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lexington
We work across Lexington’s full range of housing eras, from the center-chimney colonials near the Battle Green to the mid-century developments off Woburn Street and Marrett Road. Scheduling is coordinated from our Boston office, with crews dispatched to Lexington daily.
- Historic District / Battle Green
- East Lexington
- Lexington Heights
- Marrett Road area
- Woburn Street corridor
Service Area - Cities Near Lexington
Our crews cover the full Lexington area and neighboring communities including Winchester, MA, Burlington, MA, Waltham, MA, and Cambridge, MA. Dispatch and scheduling run from our Boston office with local technicians assigned to each job.
Serving Lexington, MA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lexington 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 Lexington
Most chimney repairs and liner replacements require a building permit from Lexington’s Inspectional Services Department. We pull permits as part of our standard scope when they’re required, and we document the approved work with photos for your record.
We typically book Level 2 inspections within one to two weeks during peak season (September through November), and within a few days in off-peak months. Live scheduling runs 24/7 at (508) 850-0489.
Yes - center-chimney colonials are a core part of our Lexington work. We map each flue to its original hearth, scope every accessible passage, and document findings with photos you can submit to your insurer or historic commission.
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 Lexington Customers Say
"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."They told me the flue was fine and I did not need a liner. Charged me for the inspection and nothing else. That is why I have called them twice since."
- Hal M."Found a bird nest and a blocked flue we had no idea about. Photographed everything, cleared it, and explained what the smell had been."
- Curtis V.