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 Tamiami homeowners call when flue problems trace back to the Everglades, not to wood smoke. Most chimneys here were built as decorative features in concrete block homes from the 1970s through early 1990s, and they’ve spent decades sitting unused, uncapped, and open to everything South Florida sends their way. That means our work in Tamiami centers on wildlife exclusion, moisture damage, and flue repair rather than creosote removal. Call (336) 863-3889 and you’ll get a straight answer about what’s actually inside your chimney before we ever schedule the truck.
Why Tamiami Homes Are Different
Tamiami sits at the western edge of Miami-Dade County, right against the Everglades buffer. That location changes what we find inside flues. Homes in this area are overwhelmingly concrete block construction built between the 1970s and early 1990s, and many were sold with decorative masonry fireplaces that were never intended for regular burning. In practice, they’ve gone unused for decades, which leaves flues open, damp, and often unlined. The dominant service call in Tamiami is rain intrusion through uncapped or poorly capped flues, followed by animal nesting. The year-round humidity accelerates mortar deterioration and mold growth inside chimneys even when no fire has ever been lit. And because Tamiami borders the Everglades directly, the wildlife pressure here is higher than in Kendall or Doral just a few miles east. Raccoons, opossums, chimney swifts, and invasive iguanas all treat open flues as prime shelter. We’re pulling nesting material out of Tamiami chimneys on a regular basis, and it’s almost never from birds.
Our Main Tamiami Services
The two calls we get most from Tamiami are for chimney sweeps that turn out to be animal removals, and inspections that reveal water damage nobody knew was happening. Here’s what each looks like in this part of Miami-Dade.
Chimney Sweep in Tamiami
A Chimney Sweep in Tamiami here rarely involves creosote, the tar-like buildup that causes chimney fires in colder climates. Almost nobody in Tamiami burns wood. What we’re actually sweeping out is nesting debris, iguana droppings, damp mortar dust, and whatever else the Everglades has delivered through an open flue. We also clear debris that’s blocking airflow and causing musty smells to back up into living spaces. Every sweep includes a check of the cap and crown, because in Tamiami those two components are doing the heavy lifting against rain and wildlife.
Chimney Inspection in Tamiami
A Chimney Inspection in Tamiami is the fastest way to find out whether your chimney is watertight and structurally sound, which matters here more than anywhere else in the county. We camera the flue interior to look for cracks, missing mortar joints, and the early signs of water intrusion that South Florida humidity makes worse. If animals have been using the chimney, we document that too. You see the footage, and you get a written report with photos before anyone asks you to spend a dollar on repairs.
Gas Fireplace Repair in Tamiami
Gas Fireplace Repair in Tamiami covers the fireplaces that were converted from wood to gas, or installed as gas from the start. The humidity here causes oxidation on burner components and controls even when the unit gets used only a few nights a year. We diagnose and repair gas valves, igniters, thermocouples, and venting issues. If the problem is a gas leak, that’s a safety issue and we’ll tell you plainly what we found and what has to happen next, with the written price before any work begins.
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 Tamiami
We carry and install professional trade materials that chimney techs actually specify: Olympia Chimney, Famco, Copperfield, and DuraFlex. See our brands for the full list. Parts for common Tamiami repairs are stocked locally, so we’re not waiting on a shipment when your cap or crown needs replacing.
Pricing for Chimney Company in Tamiami, FL
| Service | Typical range in Tamiami |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney inspection with camera | $150 – $325 |
| Chimney cap replacement (parts + labor) | $225 – $575 |
| Chimney crown repair | $325 – $850 |
| Flue liner resurfacing (HeatShield) | $1,400 – $3,500 |
| Stainless steel liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000 |
| Gas fireplace diagnostic visit | $95 – $195 |
| Gas fireplace repair (common parts) | $150 – $550 |
| Chimney waterproofing | $350 – $900 |
| Animal removal and basic exclusion | $275 – $650 |
In Tamiami, the two things that push a price up are water damage that’s been running for years and wildlife access that has compromised the flue interior. Both are common here, and both are exactly why we give you a written price before any work starts, with no surprise charges at the end.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Tamiami
We work throughout Tamiami and the surrounding area. Response time across the neighborhoods below is typically within a day or two, depending on season and whether the job needs specialty parts.
- Tamiami Lakes
- West Tamiami
- Snapper Creek
- Country Walk
- Kendall West
Service Area – Cities Near Tamiami
Our Tamiami crews also cover neighboring parts of South Florida. If you’re outside Tamiami proper, check our Miami, FL page for coverage details. We also serve homeowners in Jacksonville, FL, Tampa, FL, and Orlando, FL through our statewide network.
Serving Tamiami, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Tamiami 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 Tamiami
Most Tamiami appointments are scheduled within one to three business days. If you’ve got water actively coming through the ceiling around the chimney or an animal living in the flue, call us and we’ll treat it as urgent. We’ll give you a real window before we arrive, and you’ll know the technician’s name and see their photo beforehand.
Basic sweeping, inspection, cap replacement, and most repairs don’t require a permit. Structural work like rebuilding a chimney may, and we’ll tell you if your job crosses that line so there are no surprises with the county. We handle the scheduling and explain everything before work starts.
That’s most of Tamiami, and it’s exactly when chimneys hide problems. Water has had years to get in, and animals may have moved in during that time. We recommend a camera inspection before any use, even light decorative use. Call (336) 863-3889 and we’ll get you scheduled. Estimates are free.
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 Tamiami 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.