Chimney Services in Indianapolis

Your chimney is a working system, not a single part. The flue, liner, masonry, crown, flashing, cap, and damper all have to do their jobs together to vent your fireplace or appliance safely and keep water out of your home. When one component starts to fail, the trouble rarely stays contained. A worn cap or a hairline crack can turn into a leak, a draft problem, or a safety hazard over a single Indiana winter. Clean Sweep 317 takes a diagnostic, whole-system approach to every chimney we touch, because that is the only way to fix the real problem instead of chasing the symptom.

We have served Indianapolis and the surrounding communities since 2014, and our team holds the credentials that matter in this trade: NFI certification, NCSG membership with both the Accredited Certified Chimney Professional and Certified Chimney Reliner designations, and an A plus rating with the Better Business Bureau. More than 585 homeowners have reviewed us at a 4.9 star average. That experience shapes how we inspect, sweep, repair, and rebuild chimneys across central Indiana, from Carmel and Fishers to Noblesville, Zionsville, and the established neighborhoods inside Indianapolis itself.

Central Indiana weather is hard on masonry. Repeated freeze and thaw cycles drive moisture into brick, mortar, and concrete, so what looks like a cosmetic crack in the fall can become an active leak by spring. The services below cover the full range of chimney work we provide. Use them to find the specific help you need, or schedule an inspection and let our technicians tell you exactly what your chimney requires.

Homeowners usually call us when they notice one of a handful of warning signs: a draft or smoky smell when the fireplace is in use, white staining or crumbling mortar on the exterior masonry, rust on the damper or firebox, a strong odor in warm or humid weather, or water showing up near the chimney after heavy rain. Any one of these is worth an inspection. Several of them together usually mean a problem that is already underway, and the sooner we see it, the less it tends to cost to correct.

Chimney Inspections and Sweeping

Every chimney we care for starts with a clear, honest look at its condition. Our inspections follow the recognized industry levels, and we use camera systems to see inside the flue and smoke chamber rather than guessing from the firebox. A clean, well-documented inspection is the foundation for every repair decision that follows.

Chimney Inspection

Level I, II, and III inspections with a written, photo-documented report on the health of the full system.

Chimney Sweeping

Thorough removal of soot and creosote so your flue vents safely and fire risk stays low.

Creosote Removal

Targeted removal of the heavy, hardened creosote that a standard sweep cannot fully clear.

If you have already spotted a problem with your brick, mortar, or a possible leak near the chimney, we also offer free general inspections of the roof, exterior, attic, and firebox, and at times a free water test. No one else in the area offers a free water test, and it is one of the fastest, most honest ways to find exactly where water is getting in before any work is quoted.


For homeowners who want the complete picture, our charged Level II inspection paired with a full sweep is a top-to-bottom chimney health service. It combines a camera inspection of the firebox and flue with a look at the attic, basement or crawlspace, and rooftop, and it ends with a detailed report and photos. It is the most thorough way to understand the condition of your chimney and to plan any work in the right order.

Chimney Leak and Water Intrusion

Water is the single biggest threat to a masonry chimney, and most of the chimney damage we repair in Indianapolis traces back to it. When a homeowner sees a stain on the ceiling near the chimney, the first instinct is often to call a roofer, but chimney leaks are a chimney specialty. We find the actual entry point and fix it at the source, then protect the masonry so the problem does not return.

 

Finding a leak is a process of elimination, and it is where our experience pays off. The same water stain can come from failed flashing, a cracked crown, a rusted chase cover, missing mortar, or a worn cap, and the only way to be sure is to test and inspect rather than assume. Once we have confirmed the source, we repair it and then recommend the right protection, whether that is a new cap, a fresh crown, or a breathable water repellent, so the fix holds.

Chimney Leak Repair

Full diagnosis and repair of chimney leaks, from the flashing at the roofline to the crown at the top.

Chimney Flashing

Repair and replacement of the metal flashing where the chimney meets the roof, the most common leak point of all.

Chimney Crown Repair

Repair or rebuild of the concrete crown that caps and sheds water off the top of the chimney.

Chimney Caps

Caps that keep rain, animals, and debris out of the flue and extend the life of the system.

Chase Covers

Custom metal covers for factory-built chimney chases that have rusted, stained, or failed.

Chimney Water Repellent

Breathable waterproofing that protects brick and mortar from further freeze and thaw damage.

Through-Wall Flashing

Concealed flashing repair for brick-veneer and sided chimneys where water gets in behind the surface.

Chimney Repair and Rebuilding

When damage has gone beyond the surface, repair and rebuilding restore both the safety and the structure of the chimney. Our masonry and relining work is built to code and built to last, using materials matched to your home and your appliance.

 

Relining and rebuilding are where doing it right the first time matters most. We size stainless steel liners to the specific appliance they serve, and we rebuild damaged masonry to code so the chimney is structurally sound, not just cosmetically patched. Every stainless liner we install carries a transferable lifetime warranty, which protects both you and the next owner of your home.

Chimney and Fireplace Repairs

The home base for all of our chimney and fireplace repair work, from minor fixes to full restoration.

Chimney Rebuilds and New Construction

Partial or full rebuilds of damaged chimneys, plus new chimney construction.

Chimney Relining

Stainless steel liner installation carrying a transferable lifetime warranty, sized correctly to your appliance.

Stainless Steel Liner

Durable stainless liners for wood, gas, and appliance venting, with a transferable lifetime warranty.

Smoke Chamber Parging

Smoothing and sealing the smoke chamber to improve draft and bring it up to code.

Chimney B-Vent Conversion

Venting conversions for homes changing heating appliances or fuel types.

Chimney Teardown

Safe removal of chimneys that are no longer in use or past the point of repair.

Venting and Specialty Services

A chimney does more than serve a fireplace. It vents furnaces, water heaters, and prefabricated appliances, and each of those systems has its own safety and code requirements. Our technicians are trained to diagnose and correct the venting issues that many general contractors miss.

Draft and Venting Troubleshooting

Diagnosis and correction of smoky fireplaces, poor draft, and backdrafting.

Water Heater and Furnace Venting

Inspection and repair of the venting that keeps combustion gases safely out of your home.

Prefabricated Fireplace Repair

Repair and replacement parts for factory-built fireplace and chimney systems.

Top Mount Damper

Energy-saving top-sealing dampers that close the flue tightly at the very top.

Trusted chimney care across central Indiana

Whatever your chimney needs, it starts with an accurate diagnosis from a certified technician. Our purpose is simple: to keep homes and families safe through expert inspections, education, honest craftsmanship, and a commitment to leaving every home better than we found it. Homeowners across Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Zionsville, Westfield, and Brownsburg rely on Clean Sweep 317 for exactly that, and our two locations in Indianapolis and Noblesville keep us close to the communities we serve. Ask about the 317 Membership, our Purple Squad, for priority scheduling and year-round peace of mind. Schedule an inspection or request service and one of our technicians will give you a clear picture of your chimney and a straightforward plan to keep it safe.

Chimney FAQs

How often should I have my chimney inspected and swept?

Industry guidance calls for a professional chimney inspection every year. Sweeping is done as buildup and use require it, which for many wood-burning households is also once a year. An annual inspection is the best way to catch small problems while they are still inexpensive to fix.

Start with a chimney company. Most leaks near a chimney come from the flashing, crown, cap, or masonry rather than the roof itself, and those are chimney specialties. We offer free general inspections and at times a free water test to pinpoint exactly where the water is entering before any repair is quoted.

Depending on the level, we inspect the firebox and flue with a camera system and check the attic, basement or crawlspace, and rooftop. You receive a detailed report with photos and a whole-system health summary, so you can see the condition of your chimney for yourself.

Common signs include a damaged or deteriorating existing liner, a change in heating appliance, draft or odor problems, and visible flue tile damage during an inspection. We install stainless steel liners that carry a transferable lifetime warranty and are sized correctly to your specific appliance.

Yes. Our technicians are NFI certified, and we inspect, repair, and vent gas appliances and factory-built (prefabricated) fireplace systems along with traditional masonry chimneys.