Chimney, Dryer Vent and Air Duct Service for Brooklyn Homes
We sweep, inspect and repair chimneys and clean vents and ducts in Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Bensonhurst, Sunset Park, Borough Park and Staten Island's North Shore, from Stapleton to Clifton.
- We inspect the whole system before recommending any work.
- We send photos of what we found, inside and out.
- You get a written price before any work begins.
Services
Chimney and duct work we do
From a routine sweep to rebuilding a chimney above the roofline, here is the work we do on chimneys, fireplaces, dryer vents and air ducts.
Straight pricing
No bait prices. No surprises.
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Written price first
Before we start any work, you receive a written price for exactly what we plan to do. Nothing begins until you approve it.
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Photos of our findings
We share photos of the problems we find and of the finished work. You see the same thing we see.
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No surprise add-ons
If we uncover something new during a job, we stop and explain it before doing anything extra. The price you approved does not change without your say.
Warning signs
Call us if you notice any of these
Most problems give a warning first. Catching them early keeps a small fix from turning into a big one.
- Smoke drifts into the room when the fireplace is lit
- A strong campfire or musty smell from the fireplace
- Water stains on the ceiling or wall beside the chimney
- Crumbling mortar, loose bricks or white staining on the chimney
- Clothes take longer than one cycle to dry
- Dust blowing from vents soon after you clean
Inspections
Three levels of chimney inspection
The NFPA 211 standard calls for a yearly inspection. Which level you need depends on what has changed since the last one.
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Level 1
Annual check
For a chimney and appliance that have not changed and will be used the same way: the readily accessible parts of the chimney, the flue and the connection, checked for soundness, blockages and deposits.
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Level 2
Camera inspection
When something changed — a new stove, insert or boiler, a fuel switch such as oil to gas, the sale of the home, or a chimney fire, storm or quake. Adds a video scan of the whole flue and the accessible attic, roof and crawl spaces.
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Level 3
Concealed areas
Only when a Level 1 or 2 points to a hidden hazard that cannot be checked any other way: parts of the chimney or building are opened to reach it.
About us
Chimney work that starts with a careful look
GoldenFlue Chimney Services cleans, inspects and repairs chimneys, fireplaces, dryer vents and air ducts for homes across southwest Brooklyn and the North Shore of Staten Island. Our certified technicians start every visit the same way: by looking at the whole system, from the firebox or appliance connection up to the cap, before recommending anything. Many homes here have masonry flues that have served oil boilers, gas furnaces and wood fireplaces over the decades, and each of those leaves different wear behind. We take photos of what we find, explain what is urgent and what can wait, and give you a written price before any work begins. If a chimney only needs a sweep, that is what we will tell you. If it needs a liner, repointing or a new crown, we will show you why. We also handle the smaller jobs homeowners tend to put off, like a lint-packed dryer vent or a damper that will not close, because those problems are easier to fix early.
More about how we workHow it works
Clear steps. Your approval first.
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Book a visit
Call or send a short request: the fireplace, stove, boiler flue or vents you need looked at, and what you have noticed.
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We inspect first
The crew lays down drop cloths, checks the system top to bottom and runs a camera up the flue where it is needed.
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Written price, your call
You see photos of what we found and get the price in writing. Work starts only after you say yes.
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Clean, fix, report
We sweep, repair or reline, vacuum up with HEPA filters and leave you a photo report of the finished work.
Book before the first cold night
Fall is the busiest time for chimney sweeps. Get your sweep and yearly inspection on the calendar before you light the first fire.
Where we work
Every kind of home in Brooklyn
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Rowhouses and brownstones
Chimneys are often shared or closely spaced with the neighbors' flues, and roof access can be tight. We check that each flue is identified correctly and that work on one does not affect the next.
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Detached and semi-detached homes
These houses often have a fireplace flue and a separate boiler or furnace flue, sometimes running up the outside wall. We inspect each one on its own, since they wear differently and may need different repairs.
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Co-ops and small apartment buildings
Work usually has to be coordinated with a board, managing agent or super, and boiler chimneys serve every unit. We plan around access rules and keep timing in mind during the heating season.
Service areas
Where we work
We work in Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Bath Beach, Bensonhurst, Sunset Park and Borough Park in Brooklyn, and in Rosebank, Shore Acres, Park Hill, Tompkinsville, Stapleton and Clifton on Staten Island.
FAQ
Common questions
How often should my chimney be inspected?
The NFPA 211 standard calls for chimneys, fireplaces and vents to be inspected once a year. A yearly inspection also tells you whether a sweep or repair is actually needed.
What are the different inspection levels?
A Level 1 inspection is for systems that have not changed. Level 2 applies when something changes, such as a new appliance or a switch in fuel, or when the home is sold. Level 3 is used when a suspected hidden hazard can only be reached by opening part of the chimney or building.
We are converting our boiler from oil to gas. Does the chimney need work?
In New York City the chimney has to be evaluated as part of an oil-to-gas conversion. A new liner is often needed, because gas exhaust produces acidic condensate that can corrode a masonry flue.
Why does dryer vent cleaning matter?
According to the U.S. Fire Administration, failure to clean is the leading factor contributing to home clothes dryer fires. Clearing lint from the full length of the vent also helps clothes dry faster.
Do I really need my air ducts cleaned?
Not always. The EPA advises duct cleaning when there is substantial visible mold, signs of vermin, or excessive dust and debris, and notes it has not been shown to prevent health problems. We will tell you honestly whether your ducts need it.
When is the best time to schedule chimney work?
Late spring and summer are easiest, before New York City's heat season starts on October 1. Booking early means repairs are done before you need the boiler or fireplace.
What do a chimney cap and chase cover do?
A cap keeps rain, animals and debris out of the flue. A chase cover seals the top of a framed chimney enclosure. Both prevent water damage that can lead to bigger repairs.
Find out what your chimney needs
Tell us what you are noticing, and we will schedule a visit, inspect the system, and give you a written price with photos before any work begins.