Midtown Chimney Sweeps is a national franchise network specializing in certified chimney sweeping, hearth maintenance, and home ventilation safety. Established in 1979, the brand operates across more than 13 states with local technicians certified through industry organizations such as the National Fireplace Institute (NFI) and the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA).
Their residential and commercial service lineup includes:
Cleaning and Preventive Maintenance They perform dust-free chimney sweeping using triple-stage HEPA vacuums and specialized drop cloths to capture soot and creosote without polluting indoor air. Their maintenance covers gas fireplace cleaning, glass restoration, pilot light testing, and dryer vent lint removal to reduce residential fire hazards. For commercial clients, they offer specialized soot and grease removal for commercial wood-fired pizza ovens and smoker pits.
Inspections and Structural Diagnostics Technicians perform routine NFPA 211 inspections, ranging from standard annual visual checks (Level 1) to Level 2 inspections that utilize live-scan internal video cameras to inspect hidden flue sections during home sales or system changes. They also diagnose all three stages of creosote buildup, using chemical poultice treatments to break down dangerous Stage 3 glazed deposits that standard brushes cannot remove.
Repairs and Structural Restoration Their repair work addresses masonry damage, including chimney crown recapping, brick tuckpointing, flashings, damper replacements, and firebox brick repair. To fix damaged flue flues, they offer ceramic resurfacing systems like HeatShield® alongside traditional stainless steel chimney liner installations.
Appliance Installations In addition to maintenance, select locations install direct-vent gas fireplaces, gas inserts, wood-burning stoves, fireplace doors, and automated pellet stoves.
Operations and Business Model The company utilizes an executive franchise model supported by a national scheduling call center and digital CRM tools for booking appointments and generating inspection reports. Technicians complete proprietary training through Midtown Sweep University, which incorporates European hearth management standards alongside American regulatory codes.