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Chimney Repair

Midtown Chimney Sweeps is ready to assist you in the maintenance and repair of your fireplace or chimney. Our certified chimney technicians will recognize and fulfill any type of light chimney repair or maintenance necessary for your home. Chimneys are often among the most neglected, undetected, or misdiagnosed systems in the modern American household. This is unfortunate since the safe operation of our fireplaces and wood stoves requires a properly working chimney. During your annual chimney inspection, our certified chimney sweeps will determine the condition of your chimney and offer solutions for chimney repair and maintenance if required.

Smoky Fireplaces

The issue we call “Soot In The Face” (SITF) can be caused by a variety of factors. Smoke goes up the chimney because it’s lighter than cold air and because you have a properly sized chimney for the smoke to exit the residence. A smoky fireplace is a common problem that our customers deal with. Whatever the duration or cause of a smoky fireplace, you’re bound to notice the filthiness and hazard it poses as combustion byproducts enter your home. If you get a puff of air on the outside of the house that is equal to or greater than the force of the smoke going up the chimney, you will experience acute SITF.

We Fix Leaky Chimneys Nationwide

Many reasons can lie behind a chimney leak. Imagine the disappointment of snuggling up to a hearth on a rainy day and then finding water-soaked logs. It not only ruins your mood, but can also lead to home damage. Once water penetrates stone and brick, it causes structural wood to rot and thereby results in the need for costly repairs. Midtown Chimney Sweeps can reduce or eliminate such a leak by applying a superficial water repellent to the outside of the chimney. We can repair a chimney leak by using our favorite water repellent Chimney Saver brand product. At Midtown Chimney Sweeps we look at the whole picture as best we can and offer you the customer the choice. Commercial chimneys can leak, and commercial chimney leaks can be fixed. Whether it is an apartment or condominium, our certified technicians can recommend the right solution to repair your chimney leaks.We provide inspection and cleaning for the dryer venting system in your home.

Dryer Vent Cleaning

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Byron Schramm

Founder, Chairman

Midtown Chimney Sweeps Franchising exists today largely because of the vision and perseverance of Byron Schramm. His family, which has lived in Antelope Valley, CA for five generations, boasts aptitude for construction and farming. Byron has earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Mathematics from The Master’s University in Santa Clarita, CA. An entrepreneur at heart, he started three businesses before age 18 and filed for a provisional US Patent on an invention at age 21. He holds a provisional utility patent on a smart phone app for the hearth industry, a license for sailplane aircraft, and two classifications of California and Colorado contractor licenses. A world traveler since his youth, Schramm has spent time in Alaska, Syria, Denmark, Sweden, Australia, and New Zealand. Not to mention, he has visited Switzerland twice… with just a backpack and a low budget.

Byron has proven adept at dealing with failures. For example, he refused to be overwhelmed during the 2007 downturn in the US economy. In April of that year, Byron shifted his attention from the real estate and construction market to the hearth industry and adopted the name Midtown Chimney Sweeps from a hearth business before his. The new enterprise sprang to life with the integration of technology, systems, uniforms, and other best practices. Byron recognizes that the hearth industry must deliver quality customer service. Now that the Midtown Sweeps Dealer Service Network is a successful reality, coupled with the fact that local dealers often suffer unpleasant turnover rates, Midtown’s president may assert that he has uncovered a “blue-ocean strategy” in the chimney sweeping market.

Brandon Hewitt

Vice President

Brandon has been with Midtown since 2020 and is currently our Franchise Business Coach. He draws on his experience as a business owner, as well as his recent knowledge of our industry, to help owners solve problems and set/reach their goals. In his free time you’ll find him in the Denver area, almost certainly with his velcro dog Lemon.

Christina Smith

Franchise Development/Marketing Manager

Christina joins the Midtown team from over a decade of customer service, marketing, and sales and has been a part of the franchising community for 10 plus years. She has worked side by side and learned from worldwide brands and collaborated at countless roundtables, seminars, and networks. Working to build Midtown Chimney outreach and to support the franchise system with digital marketing and growth, Christina brings innovation, transparency and a ready smile. A lifelong lover of the outdoors, Christina spends her free time with her son, camping, hiking, and traveling as much as possible.

Mikaela Talbot

Scheduling Center Manager

Mikaela has a B.S in Psychology and has an extensive background working in customer service and sales. Outside of work, Mikaela loves to stay active by going to the gym and hiking with her two dogs.

Kristen Myers

Scheduling Center Representative

Kristen graduated from State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry. She moved around the country for a while working forestry field jobs before starting her career with Midtown!

Brianna Gomes

Scheduling Center Representative

Brianna brings 10 years of customer service and scheduling experience to our team! She enjoys hiking, kayaking, and finding unique restaurants with her husband. When she isn’t with her family, she can be found antique shopping or starting a new art project.

Jenny Uychoco

Scheduling Center Representative

Originally from the Chicagoland area, Jenny brings 10 plus years of customer service. She enjoys exploring different cuisines, hanging with her two dogs, trying out new hobbies and traveling as much as possible!

3rd Party Vendors/Advisors

Kyle Taggart

Creative Talent and Webmaster

Kyle is a creative artist and entrepreneur in the design industry, with more than 13 years of experience as a marketing specialist and web developer, and over 15 years of graphic design experience. Owner and founder of Tag Team Design, Kyle is a consultant for Midtown Chimney Sweeps. In his free-time, he enjoys a good series on Netflix, sometimes binge watching an entire season in one sitting! To add some more excitement to his life, he is an avid snowboarder, golfer, and tennis player who sometimes gets too competitive. Most days, you can find him working at his computer for too many hours at a time!

Qualified

Our chimney sweeps are qualified and insured.

Local

Our local chimney technicians know what works best for your specific area.

Professional

Our sweeps treat your home like it’s their own.

Happy Customers

Midtown Chimney Sweeps is rated 4.9/5.0

Excellent
4.8
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Doug did an excellent job cleaning our fireplace. He was prompt, friendly, and very knowledgeable. Even though it’s a very old chimney, he made it look brand new.He was also very kind to our dog. We will definitely have Doug clean our chimney moving forward. Thanks for the excellent service. You were fantastic!
Response from the owner: Wow, thank you so much Nicki! We will definitely pass this along to Doug! We are so happy to be of excellent and kind service! Looking forward to next year's cleaning! Please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed in the meantime and please take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
I recently worked with Midtown Chimney for a chimney installation in my Nederland, Colorado home, and I can’t say enough good things about them. After a severe windstorm, we discovered that our newly installed chimney had been torn off, causing a leak that damaged our downstairs gym’s walls and ceiling. To my surprise and relief, Midtown Chimney immediately took full responsibility without hesitation. They replaced the entire chimney chase and chimney with a brand-new unit and also agreed to reimburse me for all repair costs related to the interior damage.What truly sets Midtown Chimney apart is their integrity, honesty, and professionalism. Rather than deflecting blame or making excuses, they owned the issue and fixed it promptly. In today’s world, it’s rare to find a company that genuinely stands behind its products and services. Midtown Chimney is one of those exceptional companies, and I’m incredibly grateful for their dedication to doing what’s right.If you’re looking for a company that cares about your satisfaction and will do whatever it takes to ensure a positive outcome, I highly recommend Midtown Chimney. They’ve earned my trust, my respect, and my business for years to come.
Response from the owner: Wow, we truly appreciate your time sharing your positive experience with us, Daniel! Thank you so much for your understanding and kind words! We are so happy to be of honest and professional service! Please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is ever needed and we look forward to connecting again! Take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
I called today about having my gas fireplace repaired because it wouldn't start for me. I talked with Byron on the phone and he literally walked me through the process to avoid a service call. Thank you so much for the level of customer service you offer!!
Response from the owner: Boom! Thank you so much Roxanne!We appreciate being able to help our neighbors!-Byron and the Midtown Fireplace Store Team
After our annual chimney cleaning and camera inspection, our technician Levi noticed 2 anomalies in two separate chimney flue sections of our 36 year-0ld Mendota Hearth wood fireplace. Levi took still images of the flue separations so we could both evaluate the problem and come up with a maintenance plan. We decided on a complete chimney flue replacement that went absolutely as planned. From the drywall opening cut in a closet wall which was needed to access the top of the firebox to the chimney cap removal to the closet wall drywall replacement and clean-up, we could not have been more satisfied. We would highly recommend using Levi and his crew again, and look forward to his Fall cleaning and inspection.Jon & Patty LangleeDuluth, MN
Response from the owner: Wow, thank you so much Jon! We truly appreciate your recommendation and time sharing your positive experience with us! Levi is one of the best and a true professional! Happy to hear you're all set for a cozy and safe burning season! Looking forward to next year's cleaning, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Wow! What great, friendly and professional service! I cannot recommend Stephen and his company enough! This is my second company and the difference between his service and the last is night and day! Highly trust and recommend!
Response from the owner: Wow, thank you so much Mardee! We'll definitely pass this along to Stephen. Thank you again for your time and recommendation. Please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed and please take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Midtown Chimney Sweeps of Lexington, NC provided excellent service and answered all of my questions. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner: Thank you so much Christie! We are so happy to be of excellent and knowledgeable service to you and your wood burning fireplace! Thanks again for your recommendation and for sharing your positive experience with us. Looking forward to connecting again, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
We've been using them to service our fireplace for three years and always receive outstanding service. I highly recommend!
Response from the owner: Thank you so much, Devon! We truly appreciate your recommendation and continued business! Looking forward to next year's cleaning and please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed in the meantime! Take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Midtown helped us replace our gas fireplace with an amazing wood burning fireplace. We absolutely love it. The owner was knowledgeable, on time, meticulous, and great to work with. He stayed two hours to help the permit inspector understand the regulations and how it was installed correctly. I highly recommend their entire team
Response from the owner: Wow, thanks so much, Eric! We're so glad to hear you'll be able to enjoy your new wood burning fireplace this winter season! We are always happy to help and truly appreciate your business and recommendation! Please take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Very friendly and helpful!
Response from the owner: Thank you, Megan! We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with us! Please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Byron is helpful and knowledgeable.Excellent service
Response from the owner: Thank you so much Rene! Always happy to share our knowledge and to be of excellent service! Thanks again for sharing your positive experience, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Bryon was solid with our fireplace!
Response from the owner: Thank you so much for sharing Gordon!! We appreciate your review and feedback!! Please take care and don't hesitate to reach out to us if anything else is needed, thank you!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Just had a wonderful experience with Midtown Chimney in Conifer, they could not have been nicer or more helpful. Had everything I needed, I would highly recommend them!
Response from the owner: Thank you so much Doug! Happy to be of friendly and helpful customer service! Thanks again for your recommendation and please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed! Take care! - The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Quick, polite service from Mike and Steve for inspection of flue cap. Will definitely call again for future chimney issues!
Response from the owner: Thank you, Andrew! We truly appreciate you sharing your positive experience with Mike and Steve! Looking forward to connecting again and please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed in the meantime! Take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
We use midtown chimney sweeps for all of our “fireplace” needs! Byron is communicative, knowledgeable, passionate and professional. Byron has done repair work on our chimney as well as cleaned it. Always a pleasure! Recommend without any hesitations!
Response from the owner: Wow, thank you so much Cory! Byron is a true professional who is always happy to share his knowledge! Thanks again for your business and recommendation. Looking forward to connecting again in the future, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
I added a gas insert to my existing fireplace. Midtown was very professional in all aspects of the process.I would recommend them to anyone in need of their services.
Response from the owner: We truly appreciate your time and recommendation, Richard! We're so happy you'll be able to enjoy your new gas insert just in time for the season! Thanks again and please take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Do yourself a favor and hire Midtown. Trustworthy—in every sense. Above and beyond work, fair pricing and Jason was just a good person to have in our home. We couldn't be happier—thank you Midtown.
Response from the owner: Wow, thank you so much D.J.! Jason is one of the best! Always happy to be of trustworthy and excellent service! Thank you for your recommendation and please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed, take care! :)- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
We are very pleased with the fireplace installation and masonry work done by Midtown Chimney and Fireplace Store. We had a wood burning insert that was no longer code compliant and Byron educated us on the new code and helped us with a turn-key installation. Other companies gave us bids, but did want to include any masonry work. Chris was very attentive to doing everything right! Thank you, Byron . . . We finished just in time for the incoming storms!
Response from the owner: Wow, thank you Jeff for sharing your positive experience with Byron and Chris! Byron is a true professional and always happy to share his knowledge! Glad everything was completed in time for you to enjoy your new wood burning insert this winter season! Please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is needed and please take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
I am owner of a residential contracting company and have had Midtown Chimney complete all of my gas fireplace and free standing stove needs for many years . Midtown Chimney offer a complete service, from assessment of heating needs, offering choices of high quality appliances, estimate for the total cost with installation. The installation always is well planned, timely and clean with their trusted professional team. I highly recommend Midtown Chimney as they deliver what is expected and are total professionals.
Response from the owner: Thank you so much John! We truly appreciate your time sharing your positive experiences with us! Happy to be your trusted professional team for the job! Thanks again for your recommendation and looking forward to connecting again! Take care! :)- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Excellent service! Would recommend them to my friends and family.
Response from the owner: Thank you so much, Josh! We truly appreciate your business and recommendation! We are so happy to be of excellent service and please don't hesitate to reach out if anything else is ever needed, thank you!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
We had Byron from Midtown chimney fireplace store how to clean our open style wood burning fireplace.He did a good job cleaning it. Although it sounds like we need to have some creosote removed and maybe crown coat at the top but he was nice to work with .He also mentioned a woodburning insert with a $2000 tax credit possible so I might be interested in getting a woodburning insert with a full length insulated liner.
Response from the owner: Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us, Adam! Always happy to share our knowledge! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions or anything is needed. Thanks again and please take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Very helpful! Called to see if Midtown Chimney has a thermostat replacement for my gas fireplace. No BUT owner Byron sent me a link for the replacement part I need, available from Amazon ++.
Response from the owner: Thanks so much, William! We're happy Byron was able to help find what you need! Thanks again for sharing your positive experience with us, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
friendly, helpful, and informative!
Response from the owner: Thank you so much Rebby! Happy to be of friendly and informative service! Looking forward to connecting again! Take care! :)- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Byron was awesome! They took our damaged 1963 midcentury block fireplace and turned it into the centerpiece of our home with a new regency insert. Tax credit, comfort and resiliency in case of power outage - this thing heats our 2200sf house no problem at the coldest temps in south boulder
Response from the owner: Wow, we truly appreciate you sharing your positive experience with us, Brian! Happy to have helped upgrade your wood burning insert for cozier winter nights ahead! Thanks again for your time and business. Looking forward to connecting in the future, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
Byron answered more & better than boulder govt about my fireplace, fire bans, etc. Highly recommend for all needs
Response from the owner: Thank you so much Marcy! Byron is truly one of the best! Thank you again for your recommendation and business. Please don't hesitate to reach out if anything is ever needed, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
We were very pleased with John who came to clean our wood burning fireplace, he explained what he was doing and why. He was very knowledgeable, answered all of our questions thoroughly. You have a wonderful employee in John, and we are so appreciative that he took time to explain everything, and did a super job. He left everything clean too. A job well done, John, thank you.
Response from the owner: Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with John, Marilyn! Happy to be of excellent and thorough service to you and your wood burning fireplace! Looking forward to connecting again, take care!- The Midtown Chimney Team🎩
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