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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Alcott Chimney Sweep is the chimney company Fountainebleau homeowners call when a decorative masonry flue shows signs of moisture damage, a cap has blown off in a storm, or an iguana has taken up residence where no fire ever burned. We work on the concrete block stucco homes built between the 1950s and 1970s that define this part of Miami-Dade, and we understand that chimneys here rarely see smoke. What they do see is humidity, rain, wildlife, and decades of deferred attention. If something looks wrong with your chimney, call us at (336) 863-3889 and we’ll tell you what we’d check first.
Why Fountainebleau Homes Are Different
Fountainebleau’s housing stock is mostly 1950s through 1970s CBS ranch-style construction, and many of those homes were built with chimneys that were decorative from day one. The masonry was never lined for actual wood burning, and plenty were never properly capped. That means the flue is effectively a sealed or forgotten vertical shaft running through the house, exposed to every South Florida rain cycle for forty, fifty, sometimes sixty years.
What does that mean in practice? Cracked crowns, deteriorated mortar joints, and failed flashing are the norm here, not the exception. Miami-Dade’s humidity keeps the interior of an unused flue damp for months at a stretch, which accelerates mold growth and spalling of interior masonry even without a single fire ever being lit. Then hurricane season arrives, and wind and debris knock caps loose, leaving flues open to torrential rain. By the time we arrive, the job is usually about water and whatever moved in through the opening, not about creosote.
And yes, we have to say it: green iguanas. Fountainebleau sits in the heart of Miami-Dade’s iguana population, and an uncapped chimney is an invitation. We’ve found nests, carcasses, and the unmistakable signs of iguana traffic in flues all over this area. It’s a failure mode that would sound absurd almost anywhere else in the country. Here, it’s a Tuesday.
Our Main Fountainebleau Services
Fountainebleau homeowners call us for three things, and each one has its own dedicated page with local pricing and specifics. Here’s what matters most for each.
Chimney Sweep in Fountainebleau
A traditional sweep removes creosote from a wood-burning flue, but in Fountainebleau the work is usually about clearing out what shouldn’t be there: iguana nests, debris, mold, and the residue of standing water in an unused flue. We also remove the loose, spalling masonry fragments that accumulate when a chimney crown has been leaking for years. If your flue hasn’t been opened in a decade, expect us to find something. Read the full details on our Chimney Sweep in Fountainebleau page.
Chimney Inspection in Fountainebleau
An inspection here is less about checking for creosote buildup and more about documenting what decades of humidity, rain, and wildlife have done to a masonry structure that was never designed for South Florida weather. We camera the flue and show you exactly what we see, crack by crack. If you’re buying or selling a Fountainebleau home, this is the inspection that reveals whether that decorative chimney is a liability. Details are on our Chimney Inspection in Fountainebleau page.
Gas Fireplace Repair in Fountainebleau
When a Fountainebleau home does have a fireplace that actually produces heat, it’s almost always gas. Many of these units are original to the house, and Miami’s humidity is unkind to gas valves, pilot assemblies, and venting. We service and repair gas fireplaces, and when a venting system needs relining, we install DuraFlex systems rather than box-store substitutes. See what’s involved on our Gas Fireplace Repair in Fountainebleau page.
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.
Brands We Service in Fountainebleau
We install and service HeatShield resurfacing systems, Gelco chimney caps, Olympia Chimney products, and Famco venting. These are professional trade brands specified by chimney professionals, and when a Fountainebleau job needs parts, we bring them with us rather than improvising. See the full list on our brands page.
Pricing for Chimney Company in Fountainebleau, FL
| Service | Typical range in Fountainebleau |
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| Chimney sweep (standard, decorative flue) | $150 – $250 |
| Chimney sweep with iguana or wildlife debris removal | $200 – $325 |
| Chimney cap inspection | $75 – $125 |
| Chimney cap replacement (Gelco) | $250 – $450 |
| Level 1 video inspection | $150 – $225 |
| Level 2 video inspection (full camera) | $275 – $450 |
| Crown repair (small crack, sealing) | $200 – $400 |
| Flashing repair (partial, one side) | $250 – $450 |
| Gas fireplace service and cleaning | $150 – $275 |
| Gas fireplace repair (valve or pilot assembly) | $275 – $550 |
| DuraFlex liner installation | $1,800 – $3,500 |
| HeatShield flue resurfacing | $2,500 – $4,500 |
What pushes a Fountainebleau job toward the higher end is usually access and condition. If a chimney is interior, surrounded by finished walls, or hasn’t been opened in decades, the work takes longer and the condition is almost always worse than the homeowner expects. That’s why we give you a written price before any work starts, based on what we actually find, not on a guess over the phone.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Fountainebleau
We work throughout Fountainebleau and the surrounding blocks, including areas where the 1950s CBS ranch homes are densest and the chimneys are oldest. Typical scheduling for Fountainebleau is within one to three business days, depending on how the week is booked.
- Fountainebleau Park
- Blue Lake area
- Westchester-adjacent blocks
- Bent Tree area
- Near Fontainebleau Blvd corridor
Service Area – Cities Near Fountainebleau
Alcott Chimney Sweep serves Fountainebleau and the surrounding Miami-Dade region, with crews coordinated from our Miami office. The same written-price and background-checked technician standards apply whether you’re in Miami, FL, nearby Jacksonville, FL, Tampa, FL, or Orlando, FL. If you’re within reach of our crews, we’ll give you an honest answer up front.
Serving Fountainebleau, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fountainebleau 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 Company in Fountainebleau
Most Fountainebleau jobs are scheduled within one to three business days. If you’ve found an iguana in your living room because your chimney cap is gone, call us immediately at (336) 863-3889 and we’ll move you up. A live person answers around the clock.
It depends on your association and the scope of work. Exterior repairs like cap replacement or crown work sometimes require architectural review, while interior inspections and sweeps typically don’t. We’ll tell you what’s likely to apply before we schedule, and we’ll provide documentation if your HOA asks.
You’ll see it before you pay for it. We camera the flue and show you exactly what we’re seeing, whether it’s mold, cracked masonry, or an iguana nest. You’ll get a written price for any recommended repair before work begins. Nothing gets recommended that we can’t show you.
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 Fountainebleau Customers Say
"Fast and tidy. Fireplace draws properly again."
- Mina K."Good chimney cleaning. They found a small gap in the mortar and quoted the repair, which was a bit more than I wanted to spend. Did the sweep and left the repair for later without any pressure."
- Stuart L."Left no soot anywhere. Even brought a vacuum with a sealed filter. I'd use them again every fall."
- Beth H.