Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 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.
Fast, Reliable Chimney Repair Across Todd Creek
If your chimney took a hit in the last storm, we can help. We handle chimney repair in Todd Creek for homeowners on the large, exposed lots north of Denver, and we’ll get a specialist out to look at the crown, cap, flashing, or flue before the next front rolls through. Because the weather here beats on exterior masonry harder than it does in denser suburbs, we treat every repair call as a storm-damage question first: what opened, what’s leaking, and what needs to be rebuilt. Call (855) 632-3564 for a free estimate.
Why Todd Creek Homeowners Call Chimney Sweep Greeley for Chimney Repair
We work in chimneys only. That single-trade focus is why people in Todd Creek call us back – every technician spends their day on flues, crowns, caps, flashing and liners, not on gutters or general handyman work. Homeowners bring us in because a specialist knows what a wind-driven hail crack looks like versus ordinary wear, and because the same crew that inspects the problem is the one that fixes it.
That focus shows in the materials we install. We source from a vetted group of professional-grade brands, so the liner, sealant and cap on your chimney match the job and the climate. Our technicians have up to 13 years of experience working on the kind of custom masonry chimneys common in Todd Creek. We also serve the surrounding area, and you’ll find the full picture of what we do on our chimney repair page.
Response time matters here. When a cap is sitting askew or a ceiling is showing water, we book a visit and come out with a Level 2 inspection plan in hand. The estimate is free, the price is set per job in writing, and nothing gets recommended without camera evidence you can see yourself.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
Chimney Liner Installation in Todd Creek
Chimney liner installation in Todd Creek is one of the repairs we do most, because the long heating season and frequent freeze-thaw cycles take a toll on older terracotta flues. The job means sizing a new liner to your appliance, insulating it properly, and connecting it clean to the top and to the firebox. It’s the right call when a liner is cracked, spalling, or no longer matched to what you’re burning. A typical liner installation in Todd Creek runs $2,400 – $5,500, depending on height, liner type, and how much prep the flue needs.
Flexible Liners for Retrofits
Most Todd Creek chimneys aren’t a straight shot, so a flexible stainless liner is often the practical answer. We fit DuraFlex systems built for retrofits and replacements, which lets us reline without tearing into the masonry. On tall, vaulted chimneys we plan the run carefully so the appliance drafts the way it should.
Restorative Repair Before Full Relining
Not every damaged flue needs a whole new liner. The HeatShield system lets us restore certain liners from the inside, which is less invasive than a full reline and preserves what’s already there. We test and inspect first, then tell you plainly whether restoration holds up or whether a full liner is the smarter long-term spend.
Chimney Flashing Repair in Todd Creek
Chimney flashing repair in Todd Creek usually starts with a ceiling stain. Flashing is the metal at the roofline where the chimney meets the shingles, and it’s the first thing freeze-thaw cycles loosen. When snowmelt gets behind it, water tracks down the masonry, rusts the damper, and shows up inside weeks or months later. We reseal or replace the flashing, cut it in correctly, and confirm the leak path is closed. Typical flashing repair in Todd Creek runs $350 – $900, more if the shingles around the chimney need to be reset.
Where Flashing Fails First
The trouble spots are the corners and the top edge against the chimney wall, where wind drives water sideways. That’s why a lot of Todd Creek leaks appear after a windstorm rather than a gentle rain. We check the whole perimeter, not just the obviously loose piece.
Water and Your Smoke Chamber
Once water gets past the flashing, it works its way down toward the smoke chamber and damper, where it causes rust and crumbling over time. Catching the flashing early keeps those repairs from stacking up. If the chamber is already wet, we address it before rebuilding anything above.
Trusted Brands We Service in Todd Creek
The materials behind a repair decide how long it lasts, so we install from brands chimney technicians know. We work with Olympia Chimney, Copperfield, DuraFlex, Famco, and others, choosing the one that fits your chimney type rather than forcing a single product on every job. That covers flexible and rigid liner systems, caps and venting, and sealants built for masonry. We don’t stock parts on a truck – everything is specified to your chimney after inspection, which means the right fit and no improvisation on the roof. Turnaround stays quick because the inspection and the repair run through the same specialists.
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AfterCommon Chimney Repair Problems We See in Todd Creek Homes
- Cracked crowns after wind-driven hail. The exposed lots here catch hail at an angle that opens hairline cracks in the crown, and water finds them months later. A crown that looks fine from the ground often isn’t.
- Loosened or displaced caps. Strong gusts off the Front Range knock caps askew or off entirely, and a missing cap lets wind-blown debris and snow pack straight into the flue and cut your draft. We reseat or replace with a wind-rated cap.
- Flashing that’s let go at the roofline. Freeze-thaw loosens the metal where the chimney meets the roof, and the first sign is usually a stain on the ceiling rather than a visible gap. Snowmelt seeping behind the masonry rusts the damper over a season.
- Creosote from heavy pine and cedar burning. Much of Todd Creek heats with wood, and seasoned pine and cedar build creosote faster than hardwood. Combined with dry air, that makes the flue more combustible, so an annual sweep and inspection aren’t optional here.
Pricing for Chimney Repair in Todd Creek, CO
Here’s what repairs typically run in the Todd Creek area, so you’re not guessing. A flashing repair runs $350 – $900 and a masonry crack repair or repointing job runs $400 – $1,200 depending on how much brick is involved. A crown rebuild is typically $600 – $1,500, and a cap replacement sits around $250 – $650 installed. Chimney waterproofing runs $300 – $800 for most single flues. Full liner installation is the larger job at $2,400 – $5,500. Every price is an estimate set by a free written quote, and nothing is recommended without camera evidence you can review first. Call (855) 632-3564 for yours.
We Also Serve Cities Near Todd Creek
Todd Creek sits close to a lot of the north metro, and we serve the towns around it. If you’re just outside the enclave, we also work in Todd Creek and the neighboring communities of Brighton, Dacono, Erie, and Longmont. Same specialists, same single-trade focus, same free written estimate wherever you are. Reach out and we’ll confirm the details for your address.
Serving Todd Creek, CO – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Todd Creek and nearby communities. Use the map below to see the area we cover. If you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Repair in Todd Creek
Because Todd Creek’s exposed 2 to 5 acre lots sit in a wind corridor off the Front Range that funnels hail and gusts straight at the masonry. Denser Denver suburbs are sheltered by neighboring homes and trees, but here a crown or cap takes the full force of a storm. That’s why our repair calls spike right after weather events rather than during the heating season. Call (855) 632-3564 for a free estimate and we’ll check what the last storm did.
Look at the cap, the crown, and the flashing, and watch for any ceiling stain or water in the firebox. From the ground, check that the cap is sitting straight and the crown isn’t cracked; from inside, check the damper and smoke chamber for rust or moisture. Those are the storm failures that show up here before the burn season starts. Call us for a Level 2 inspection so it’s checked properly.
It builds creosote faster than the hardwood used in many city homes, so flues here foul quicker and the fire risk rises with dry air. That means more frequent sweeping and closer inspection of the liner for spalling. When the liner is compromised, repair becomes urgent rather than optional. Call (855) 632-3564 to book a sweep and inspection and get an exact quote.
Most likely the flashing failed or the crown cracked and water is tracking down the flue behind the masonry. Wind-driven rain finds the corners and top edge of the flashing first, and the stain shows up weeks later. We inspect to confirm the path before recommending anything. Call us for a free estimate and we’ll trace it with camera evidence you can see.
Some can wait and some can’t, and the difference is whether water is getting in. A cosmetic crack that isn’t leaking can often hold until the weather breaks, but an open crown or a displaced cap lets snow and debris into the flue all winter and makes creosote risk worse. We’ll tell you plainly when a repair can safely wait. Call (855) 632-3564 and we’ll advise honestly after an inspection.
When a storm opens your crown, loosens a cap, or sends water past the flashing, the fix shouldn’t wait for a second sign. We handle chimney repair for Todd Creek homeowners with the same team that inspects and sweeps, using professional-grade materials and a free written estimate before any work begins. Call (855) 632-3564. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Estimates are free, and nothing gets recommended without evidence you can see for yourself.
Written by the team at Chimney Sweep Greeley.