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.
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterChimney Cleaning Before & After in Manassas, VA
We’re not big on telling you how good the work is. We’d rather show you. These before-and-after records come straight from jobs we’ve done across Manassas, from the older brick colonials near Liberia Avenue to the townhomes off Sudley Road. Every photo is dated, documented, and reviewed with the homeowner before we pack up.
Recent Transformations
Level-3 Creosote Removal, Bull Run Home
The homeowner in the Bull Run area had been using the fireplace for six seasons without a sweep. We found Stage 3 glazed creosote, a hard, tar-like layer that standard brushing won’t touch. We applied a professional-grade creosote modifier, then used mechanical whipping and poly brushing to restore the stainless steel liner to its original diameter. The Level-2 camera inspection afterward showed bare metal, and the homeowner received dated photos plus a written verdict: safe to burn.
Chimney Fire Recovery, Sudley Road Colonial
A family off Sudley Road called after a chimney fire that had self-extinguished. Our camera inspection revealed cracked clay flue tiles and a partially collapsed smoke shelf. We removed the damaged tile sections, applied HeatShield cerfractory sealant to restore a smooth, insulated flue surface, and installed a Gelco stainless steel cap to keep water and animals out. Most of the repair was completed in a single day, and the 90-Day Done Right Promise covers the sealant work in writing.
Water-Damaged Firebox Rebuild, Old Town Manassas
In Old Town Manassas, a 1920s bungalow had a firebox so deteriorated that flames were licking at exposed framing. The crown had cracked years ago, and water had been entering every storm. We rebuilt the crown with reinforced concrete and a drip edge, replaced the firebox with professional-grade refractory panels from Olympia Chimney, and sealed the interface. The homeowner now has photos of every stage and a written 90-day guarantee on the rebuild.
Blocked Flue from Animal Nesting, Lake Jackson Area
A homeowner near Lake Jackson smelled something wrong every time the wind shifted. We found a squirrel nest packed eight feet down the flue, with accompanying moisture staining and a partially obstructed damper. We removed the nesting material, swept the flue, and installed a Copperfield chimney cap with an animal-proof screen. No surprises on the bill - the upfront price held - and the damper now opens and closes freely.
Prefabricated Fireplace Deep Clean, Wellington Area
A prefabricated fireplace in the Wellington neighborhood had become a smoke hazard - the firebox was packed with ash, the grate had corroded through, and the air intake was clogged. We disassembled the unit per manufacturer specifications, performed a full sweep and vacuum of the metal firebox and baffle system, and replaced the grate with a properly sized unit. We verified clearances to combustibles and documented everything with photos. The unit now draws correctly and meets factory specifications for safe operation.
Seasonal Tune-Up with Hidden Creosote, Manassas Park
A Manassas Park homeowner booked our $89 Seasonal Tune-Up thinking the chimney was “probably fine” - it had only been used a handful of times. Our camera inspection found significant soot accumulation and early creosote formation where the flue narrowed above the smoke shelf, invisible from below. We completed the sweep, ran the camera again to verify, and provided a written report with photos. The work took under two hours, and the homeowner now understands why “looks okay from here” isn’t a reliable standard.
Want Results Like These?
Every job you see here comes with photos you can see, a plain-English verdict, and our 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing. We’re Hearthstone Chimney Co., and we’ve been serving Manassas and surrounding communities since 1984. Call (571) 586-0593 - a live person answers, 24 hours a day, every day. We’ll schedule your inspection, show you exactly what we find, and give you upfront pricing with no surprises on the bill.
Written by Russell Haines, Owner at Hearthstone Chimney Co., serving Manassas since 1984.