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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A standard chimney sweep in Myrtle Beach typically runs $189 – $259, and most jobs are completed in under two hours. If the flue hasn’t been maintained in years, expect the first visit to include a Level 1 inspection and possibly a follow-up quote for corrosion repair or liner work. Call (336) 863-3889 for a written estimate before anyone steps foot on your property.
We know Myrtle Beach chimneys differently than a generic sweep company ever could. The salt air off the Atlantic eats metal components here at a pace that would surprise someone from Columbia or Greenville. And the short-term rental inventory along the Grand Strand means thousands of chimneys are used by rotating guests who have no idea what condition the flue is in. That’s why our crews schedule around the coastal corrosion clock, not just the calendar. Alcott Chimney Sweep has served homeowners here since 2002, and every technician who arrives at your door is background-checked, identity-verified, and announced to you by name and photo before they ring the bell.
Call (336) 863-3889 for a free estimate. A live person answers, around the clock.
Why Alcott Chimney Sweep Is Myrtle Beach’s Preferred Chimney Sweep Company
Myrtle Beach homeowners call us for one reason more than any other: they want certainty about who’s walking through the door. We send every customer the technician’s name and photo before the appointment. That’s not a courtesy, it’s the Threshold Standard, and it’s been our policy since 2002. When the tech arrives, they wear a uniform and show a photo ID badge before entering. No exceptions, no substitutes.
Our reputation along the Grand Strand is built on two things that most chimney companies can’t offer. First, a written price delivered before any work begins. You’ll never get a surprise charge at the end of a job. Second, a written guarantee on every repair we make. If that repair fails within 365 days, the second visit is free. That’s the Done Right Promise, and it’s included on every job we do in Myrtle Beach.
Local knowledge matters here. We understand stacked-flue condo towers off Ocean Boulevard, Class A metal chimneys on manufactured homes in outlying Horry County, and everything in between. Our Chimney Sweep team carries stainless components suited to salt-air exposure, because galvanized parts simply don’t last on this coast. If you live anywhere from Carolina Forest to Murrells Inlet, from Market Common to the Dunes, we cover your neighborhood.
Gas Fireplace Cleaning in Myrtle Beach
Gas fireplace cleaning and repair in Myrtle Beach runs $159 – $219 on average, before any component replacement. The job involves removing the glass, cleaning the burner assembly, checking the pilot and thermocouple, vacuuming soot and debris from the firebox, and verifying the venting path is clear. That last step matters more here than anywhere else in South Carolina, because salt-pitted vent components on ocean-adjacent properties quietly allow carbon monoxide into living spaces.
Gas Log Inserts and Shared Flues
Myrtle Beach has thousands of condominium and townhome units built between 1980 and 2010 with gas log inserts tied into shared or stacked masonry flues. When one unit’s liner cracks, carbon monoxide can migrate into adjacent units. We see this regularly. Our techs run a camera inspection on any gas insert flue that hasn’t been documented recently, and we recommend a Level 2 inspection on stacked systems at least every other year.
Vent-Free and B-Vent Systems
Many newer Grand Strand condos have vent-free gas logs, which burn cleanly but still deposit a film of soot on the glass and firebox that builds up fast in the humid coastal air. Cleaning takes under an hour. If you have a B-vent system, the cap and termination fitting are the first things to check for salt corrosion, and we stock stainless replacement parts for the common brands on this coast.
Chimney Maintenance in Myrtle Beach
Chimney maintenance in Myrtle Beach typically runs $189 – $259 for a standard sweep and Level 1 inspection on a single-flue masonry chimney. For low-use fireplaces in the Grand Strand, annual service still matters because the failure points here are rarely creosote-related. The Atlantic exposure means caps, dampers, crowns, and chase covers corrode on an accelerated schedule, and tropical storm cycles add debris and moisture intrusion on top of that.
Annual Sweep and Coastal Corrosion Check
We sweep the flue, remove glazed creosote where salt-damp air has baked it onto the liner, and then inspect every metal component. On Myrtle Beach chimneys, we’re specifically looking at cap fasteners, damper pivot points, and flashing seams. Galvanized steel parts that would last 12 to 15 years in Columbia or Greenville are often shot in 6 to 8 years here. Replacing them early costs a fraction of the price of water-damaged masonry repair.
Storm Season Assessments
After a hurricane or strong tropical storm passes through Horry County, we recommend a visual check of the chimney crown, cap, and any exposed metal before the next burn. Storm winds have a way of cracking crowns that are already stressed by salt and humidity. A 30-minute check now saves a liner replacement later. Call (336) 863-3889 and we’ll schedule it.
Trusted Brands We Service in Myrtle Beach
We carry and install professional trade materials from DuraFlex, Olympia Chimney, and Copperfield, because coastal chimneys demand components engineered for harsh environments. These are the same brands chimney professionals specify for relining and cap replacement, not box-store substitutes. We stock stainless caps, dampers, and chase covers suited to the Grand Strand’s salt-laden air, which means faster turnaround on common coastal repairs for Myrtle Beach homeowners.
Common Chimney Sweep Problems We See in Myrtle Beach Homes
- Rusted caps and dampers. Salt-laden air corrodes galvanized metal roughly twice as fast as inland South Carolina. A rusted damper often seizes in the open position, which means the chimney drafts constantly and pulls conditioned air out of your house all summer.
- Chimney swift nesting from April through October. These federally protected migratory birds colonize uncapped flues all over the Grand Strand. If a sweep finds an active nest, federal law bars disturbing it, which is why we push pre-spring cap installation and fall scheduling year-round.
- Storm-damaged crowns and debris-blocked Class A flues. Tropical storms crack masonry crowns and knock off caps on manufactured home chimneys throughout Horry County. Renters discover the blockage only when they try to light the first fire of the season.
- Glazed creosote from infrequent, low burns. Myrtle Beach winters are mild, and most owners burn only a few times a season, often at a low smolder that never gets hot enough to fully consume creosote. The result is a tar-like glaze that a standard brush won’t remove. It requires chemical treatment and special rotary tools.
Pricing for Chimney Sweep in Myrtle Beach, SC
You’ll see real numbers when we quote, never vague promises. A standard chimney sweep and Level 1 inspection in Myrtle Beach runs $189 – $259. Gas fireplace cleaning lands at $159 – $219. Level 2 inspections with video scanning run $299 – $449, which is what you need if you’re buying a condo, managing a rental turnover, or suspect a hidden liner issue. Repairs are quoted separately with a written price before any work begins. Stainless cap replacement on coastal chimneys typically runs $225 – $475 depending on flue size and roof access. Concrete crown repair usually lands between $350 – $800. Every estimate is free, and every repair carries a written 365-day guarantee. Call (336) 863-3889 for a firm number on your specific flue. We’ll never start a single piece of work without you seeing the full price in writing first.
We Also Serve Cities Near Myrtle Beach
While this page speaks to Myrtle Beach homeowners directly, our crews also cover Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry. If you own a vacation rental or primary home in that area, our Myrtle Beach page will point you to the right local information, or you can call (336) 863-3889 and speak to someone who knows the coastal South Carolina chimney market in detail.
Serving Myrtle Beach, SC - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Myrtle Beach 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 Sweep in Myrtle Beach
Salt-laden ocean air corrodes galvanized steel at roughly double the rate of inland climates. A galvanized cap that lasts 12 to 15 years in Columbia often fails in 6 to 8 years on the Grand Strand. The fix is stainless steel, which resists salt pitting far longer and typically costs only 20 to 30 percent more installed. If you’re replacing a cap in Myrtle Beach, don’t buy galvanized. Call (336) 863-3889 for a stainless replacement quote.
Yes, and sooner rather than later. Stacked masonry flues on 1980s – 2000s condo towers off Ocean Boulevard and along Kings Highway are shared systems, meaning a cracked liner in one unit can push carbon monoxide into the unit next door. We found exactly this on a property manager’s rental where a guest smelled fumes from the gas insert; the corroded damper and cracked liner were cross-contaminating apartments. A Level 2 video inspection runs $299 – $449 and tells you definitively whether the flue is safe. Call (336) 863-3889 to schedule one before your next rental turnover.
Because the main risks in Myrtle Beach aren’t creosote volume, they’re time and salt. Rusted dampers, corroded caps, cracked crowns, and storm-thrown debris accumulate while the fireplace sits unused. A chimney sitting dormant for nine months is still exposed to ocean air and weather. Annual service catches a small, cheap metal replacement before it becomes a water-damage repair bill that runs into four figures. Call (336) 863-3889 to book your annual sweep and corrosion check.
No, and neither can anyone else. Chimney swifts are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and federal law bars disturbing an active nest. In Myrtle Beach, swifts typically occupy uncapped flues from April through October. The solution is to wait until the birds migrate south, then have a stainless cap installed so they can’t return next spring. Fall is the right time to schedule this. Call (336) 863-3889 in October or November and we’ll handle the sweep and cap installation in one visit.
Almost always the cap or damper, and usually within six to ten years of installation. Salt air attacks the metal hinge points and fasteners first, causing dampers to seize and caps to corrode through. Left alone, a failed cap lets rain and debris into the flue, which then damages the liner and, eventually, the masonry. That’s a $200 to $475 replacement turning into a $2,000+ repair. If you haven’t looked at your cap in the last two years, a Level 1 inspection with Alcott is $189 – $206 including the sweep. Call (336) 863-3889 and we’ll put it on the calendar.
Get a free, written estimate for any chimney work in Myrtle Beach. Call (336) 863-3889 and a live person will answer, day or night. You’ll know your technician’s name and see their photo before they arrive.
Written by Ruben Castellano, Owner at Alcott Chimney Sweep, serving Myrtle Beach since 2002.