Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 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.
Chimney Company in Redan, GA
A chimney company in Redan, GA works on homes that share a very specific profile: mostly brick and wood-frame ranch and split-level houses built between the 1970s and early 2000s, many still running their original masonry fireplaces. Redan’s humid subtropical climate and clay-rich soil put real stress on those chimneys, so the work here skews toward mortar repair, crown sealing, and catching rusted-out builder caps before they let water pour down the flue. If you’re looking for a chimney sweep, inspection, or gas fireplace repair, you’ll find all three covered on their own Redan pages linked below. Call (762) 356-6423 and a live person answers, day or night.
Why Redan Homes Are Different
Redan’s housing stock isn’t like what you see in newer Atlanta suburbs. Most chimneys here sit on top of homes that have weathered 30 to 50 Georgia summers, and the signs show in specific ways. Hot, humid air works its way into hairline cracks in the crown and mortar joints. When winter brings one of those occasional hard freezes, trapped moisture expands and widens the cracks into something structural. Clay-rich soil adds a second problem: it expands and contracts with moisture, and over decades that subtle shifting can tilt a chimney just enough to break the cap seal or separate flashing from the roofline.
Our technicians know what to look for on specific streets. Along South Hairston Road and the surrounding subdivisions, you can spot the same builder-grade galvanized chimney cap on house after house. Those caps were never built for 20 years of Georgia rain and humidity. We regularly find them rusted through at the seams, essentially funneling water straight into the flue. A chimney in Redan that has not been inspected in several years is often hiding a surprise, and the surprise is rarely expensive to fix if you catch it before the water reaches the firebox or the ceiling joists.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Redan Services
Most Redan homeowners call us for two reasons: the fireplace has not been cleaned in years and they want it ready for the next cold snap, or they’ve seen water stains near the chimney and want to know exactly what’s going on before it gets worse. Here’s what each service involves in Redan.
Chimney Sweep in Redan
A proper Redan chimney sweep removes creosote (the tar-like buildup that causes chimney fires) from the flue walls, clears out animal nests and leaf debris, and vacuums the firebox and smoke shelf. Because so many Redan fireplaces sit idle through the humid spring and summer, creosote gets sticky and dense rather than flaky, so we take extra care with the brush work and tell you plainly if we find glaze-level buildup that requires more than a standard cleaning. For a full breakdown of what’s included and what it costs, see our Chimney Sweep in Redan page.
Chimney Inspection in Redan
An inspection in Redan should never be a visual glance up the flue. Given the age of the housing stock, we run a camera up the chimney and photograph every section, then walk you through what the images actually show. Homeowners here deal with spalling brick, cracked crowns, and rusted dampers every week. The camera report gives you proof, so you never have to take anyone’s word that a liner is shot or that a $400 repair is actually needed. Details on levels of inspection and what to expect are on the Chimney Inspection in Redan page.
Gas Fireplace Repair in Redan
When a Redan homeowner’s gas fireplace won’t light or produces weak, lazy flames, it’s usually a thermocouple, thermopile, or clogged burner orifice, and all three are common in older homes where the unit has seen years of annual cycling without a service visit. We carry professional replacement parts for major brands in our service vehicles and can diagnose and fix most gas fireplace problems in one visit. See the Gas Fireplace Repair in Redan page for common symptoms and repair pricing.
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 Redan
We install and service professional trade materials rather than box-store substitutes, and we use the same brands chimney professionals specify. That means DuraFlex liner systems, HeatShield resurfacing, Gelco sealants, and Olympia Chimney components when the job calls for them. Most common parts are stocked on the truck, so there’s no week-long wait for a replacement cap or flashing assembly. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical Range in Redan |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, one flue) | $189 – $289 |
| Chimney sweep with heavy creosote (glaze-level) | $325 – $525 |
| Level 1 chimney inspection | $149 – $249 |
| Level 2 chimney inspection (with camera) | $325 – $475 |
| Chimney cap replacement (galvanized) | $250 – $425 |
| Chimney cap replacement (stainless steel) | $425 – $725 |
| Chimney crown resealing | $375 – $650 |
| Mortar joint repointing (per section) | $350 – $750 |
| Gas fireplace diagnostic visit | $99 – $179 |
| Gas fireplace repair (typical parts and labor) | $175 – $475 |
What pushes a Redan chimney job higher is almost always the age and condition of the original structure. A chimney with rusted flashing, a cracked crown, and several missing mortar joints needs more labor than a sweep alone. You’ll get a written price before any work starts, every time, so the number you agree to is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Redan
We work throughout Redan and the surrounding subdivisions, including older ranch homes along South Hairston Road, split-level communities off Redan Road, and the established neighborhoods around Stoneview and Panola. Most Redan jobs fall within a 30-minute response window when you book ahead. Same-day appointments are occasionally available, but we recommend scheduling before the first cold snap.
- South Hairston Road corridor
- Redan Road and Panola Road area
- Stoneview and surrounding subdivisions
- Phillips Road and Union Grove area
Service Area – Cities Near Redan
Our Redan crews also serve homeowners in nearby communities, so if you’re just over the line in Clarkston, GA, Decatur, GA, Conley, GA, or Forest Park, GA, the same pricing and guarantee apply. Dispatch for Redan jobs is coordinated from our metro Atlanta office, but the technicians arrive in local trucks with the parts and gear already loaded.
Serving Redan, GA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Redan 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 Redan
Most Redan appointments can be scheduled within a few business days, and many customers have us out within the week. We recommend booking before the first cold snap of fall, since demand in Redan spikes as soon as nights drop below 40 degrees. For a smell of smoke or signs of water intrusion, call us right away and we’ll work you in sooner.
Some Redan subdivisions do have architectural review requirements for exterior changes like a chimney cap replacement or a crown resealing, especially if the cap color or material changes. If an HOA approval is required, we’ll point that out before we start. Call (762) 356-6423 and we’ll talk through what you need for your specific street.
Yes, especially in Redan, where humidity does work even to a fireplace that never burns. Moisture, shifting clay soil, and aging brick cause cracks that grow year after year. A camera inspection gives you real answers before a small crown crack becomes a leak inside your walls. The cost is far less than the repair you avoid.
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 Redan Customers Say
"Water was leaking around the flashing. They resealed it and installed a new crown coating. Dry through two heavy rains since."
- Douglas P."Fast and tidy. Fireplace draws properly again."
- Mina K."Having a vetted person in the house was why we picked them. Background checked, badge, polite. The fireplace has never been cleaner."
- Nadine F.