Chimney sweep and chimney repair in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Most repairs are found during the 20-point safety inspection that comes with every chimney sweep visit.

A chimney that is used every winter takes a beating from heat, weather and time. Mortar joints wear down, crowns crack, flashing loosens and dampers stick. Safety First Chimney offers chimney repair in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and the surrounding areas, and most of these problems are found during the 20-point safety inspection that comes with every chimney sweep visit. When the inspection report shows something that needs attention, the same chimney sweep can repair it.

Safety First Chimney offers these chimney repairs: mortar and brickwork, crown, flashing, chimney cap, damper, firebox, flue tiles, creosote removal, and masonry repairs.

See the full list of checks on the Inspections — 20-Point Safety Inspection page.

Mortar and Brickwork Repair Tulsa

Mortar joints hold your chimney's bricks together, and Oklahoma weather wears them down year after year. When mortar crumbles or bricks loosen, rain can get into the chimney and the stack can weaken. A chimney sweep often finds worn joints and damaged bricks during the 20-point safety inspection. Mortar and brickwork repair means raking out the loose mortar, repointing the joints and replacing bricks that are cracked or loose, so the chimney stays solid and watertight.

Chimney Crown Repair Tulsa

The crown is the concrete slab that caps the top of a masonry chimney and sheds water away from the flue. Sun, rain and freezing temperatures can crack the crown over time, and every crack lets water into the masonry below. During your chimney sweep visit, the 20-point safety inspection includes a look at the crown. Chimney crown repair seals cracks and restores the slope that carries water away, protecting the bricks and flue below it.

Chimney Flashing Repair Tulsa

Flashing is the metal that seals the joint where the chimney meets the roof. When flashing loosens, rusts or pulls away, rain runs down the outside of the chimney and into the house, often showing up as a stain on the ceiling near the fireplace. A chimney sweep checks the flashing during the 20-point safety inspection. Flashing repair reseals or replaces the metal so the joint is watertight and your roof stays dry around the chimney.

Chimney Cap Installation Tulsa

A chimney cap sits on top of the flue. It keeps rain, leaves and animals out of the chimney, and its mesh sides act as a spark arrestor. A cap that is rusted, damaged or missing leaves the flue open to weather and nesting animals, and that can lead to blockages and a damp flue. During a chimney sweep visit the cap is checked as part of the 20-point safety inspection. Chimney cap installation fits a new cap so the flue stays covered and your fireplace is ready for use.

Chimney Damper Repair Tulsa

The damper is the metal plate inside the chimney that opens to let smoke out and closes to keep warm air in when the fireplace is not in use. Dampers rust, warp and stick with age, and a damper that will not close lets heated air escape up the chimney all winter. A chimney sweep tests the damper during the 20-point safety inspection. Damper repair frees a stuck plate or fits a replacement so the fireplace draws properly and closes tightly when you are done.

Firebox Repair Tulsa

The firebox is the part of the fireplace where the fire burns. Its firebrick and mortar take the hardest heat in the house, and over time the bricks crack and the mortar joints open up. Gaps in the firebox let heat reach the structure behind the fireplace, which is a safety concern your chimney sweep looks for during the 20-point safety inspection. Firebox repair replaces damaged firebrick and repoints the joints so the fire stays where it belongs.

Flue Tile Repair Tulsa

Most masonry chimneys are lined with clay flue tiles that carry smoke and hot gases safely out of the house. Flue tiles can crack from heat, chimney fires or shifting, and a cracked tile lets heat and gases reach the brickwork and the wood framing nearby. A chimney sweep checks the flue tiles during the 20-point safety inspection, often with a camera. Flue tile repair replaces a damaged tile so the flue is lined, smooth and safe to use again.

Creosote Removal Tulsa

Creosote is the sticky, tarry deposit left on flue walls by wood smoke. It builds up with every fire and it burns, which is why creosote is the main cause of chimney fires. A chimney sweep removes soot and creosote during a chimney sweep visit, and the 20-point safety inspection shows how heavy the buildup is. When creosote has hardened into a glazed layer, it needs extra work to remove. Regular creosote removal keeps the flue clear and lowers the risk of a chimney fire.

Masonry Repairs Tulsa

Masonry repairs cover the brickwork of the chimney from the roofline to the top of the stack. Bricks can spall, which means the face flakes away, or crack from repeated heating and freezing. Damaged masonry lets water in and can leave the chimney leaning or unstable. A chimney sweep checks the masonry during the 20-point safety inspection and notes where bricks need to be reset or replaced. Timely masonry repairs keep the chimney standing straight and keep water out of your home.

Chimney Repair in Tulsa and Nearby Areas

Safety First Chimney provides chimney repair in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and nearby areas, including Jenks, Broken Arrow, Bixby, Owasso, Sand Springs, Glenpool and South Tulsa. Most repairs start with a chimney sweep visit and the written 20-point safety inspection report, so you know exactly what needs attention before any work is done. Call (918) 899-7861 to schedule. Open 24 hours.