With 40+ years of experience in repairing and installing wood-burning fireplaces and stoves, Burning Bush Chimney Service has the knowledge and expertise needed to provide you with an honest and accurate assessment of your hearth needs. Looking to purchase a stove or fireplace insert? Check out our company website for a current selection of wood, pellet, and gas heating appliances, or give us a call at 503-777-0209. *We do sell and install gas fireplaces, however, we do not specialize in gas fireplace repairs. Serving Oregon & Washington License - Bonded - Insured OR CCB 69916 WA BURNIBC884D6
"it went perfectly well."
Ann L on March 2023
With 40+ years of experience in repairing and installing wood-burning fireplaces and stoves, Burning Bush Chimney Service has the knowledge and expertise needed to provide you with an honest and accurate assessment of your hearth needs. Looking to purchase a stove or fireplace insert? Check out our company website for a current selection of wood, pellet, and gas heating appliances, or give us a call at 503-777-0209. *We do sell and install gas fireplaces, however, we do not specialize in gas fireplace repairs. Serving Oregon & Washington License - Bonded - Insured OR CCB 69916 WA BURNIBC884D6
"it went perfectly well."
Ann L on March 2023
Chimcare is family owned small business servicing our local Oregon Coast community since 1989. We pride ourselves in going above and beyond the call of duty for each and every one of our customers. All of our employee's are pre-screened, drug free and provide top notch service! Our Employee's arrive in uniform and in marked vehicles. When you Choose our company you really choose the best Chimney Sweep and Chimney Repair Company that Angies List has to offer! We also specialize in fireplace installations of gas and wood burning fireplace inserts. We also build outdoor fireplaces. Call Today and Get Ready to have the best Service Possible! Additional email - chimcare@hotmail.com. Additional phone - (503) 317-5154
"Extremely Disappointed with Chimcare’s Service and Product, go with someone else! Our experience with Chimcare started off positively—they did a great job removing a large chimney from our house and installing a gas fireplace insert. Unfortunately, everything went downhill after that. The gas insert they sold us, a Regency brand, has been nothing but a nightmare. Over the last three years, we’ve had to call Chimcare out to repair it at least eight times. Each time, the fireplace works for only a couple of weeks—or less—before breaking down again, often in the same way. Most recently, the ceramic insert they installed broke after just a few days of intermittent use. This strongly suggests that their technicians are not properly trained at installing the ceramic inserts, leading to repeated failures. Because of these issues, we’ve had a functional fireplace for only two months total over the last two years. This failure to provide a reliable product and service has significantly impacted our family. We’ve gone through two Thanksgivings and two Christmases without a working fireplace. To make matters worse, during the major ice storm last year, we were left without the heat the fireplace could have provided—something we should have been able to rely on to keep our home and two small children warm during a power outage. Despite our repeated requests, Chimcare has been incredibly unhelpful in resolving the situation. I’ve had to pester them with calls every few days to get any progress on having Regency honor the warranty. They are completely unresponsive/not-proactive unless I am calling them directly - technician, project planner, and front office are all favorites in my phone - at this point, I’ve had to call daily just to get any updates or action on what should be a simple warranty replacement. Their lack of proactivity and accountability has been exhausting and deeply disappointing and makes it seem like they are not actually trying to honor my warranty and for what we paid for in terms of service. It’s incredibly frustrating to have spent so much money on this installation, only to deal with constant repairs, an unusable product, and a company that refuses to address their technician’s clear errors. While their team is polite when scheduling repairs and when the technicians are present, politeness doesn’t make up for poor service and unreliability. We deeply regret choosing Chimcare for our fireplace installation and strongly advise others to look elsewhere for their fireplace needs."
Kyle H on December 2024
Chimcare is family owned small business servicing our local Oregon Coast community since 1989. We pride ourselves in going above and beyond the call of duty for each and every one of our customers. All of our employee's are pre-screened, drug free and provide top notch service! Our Employee's arrive in uniform and in marked vehicles. When you Choose our company you really choose the best Chimney Sweep and Chimney Repair Company that Angies List has to offer! We also specialize in fireplace installations of gas and wood burning fireplace inserts. We also build outdoor fireplaces. Call Today and Get Ready to have the best Service Possible! Additional email - chimcare@hotmail.com. Additional phone - (503) 317-5154
"Extremely Disappointed with Chimcare’s Service and Product, go with someone else! Our experience with Chimcare started off positively—they did a great job removing a large chimney from our house and installing a gas fireplace insert. Unfortunately, everything went downhill after that. The gas insert they sold us, a Regency brand, has been nothing but a nightmare. Over the last three years, we’ve had to call Chimcare out to repair it at least eight times. Each time, the fireplace works for only a couple of weeks—or less—before breaking down again, often in the same way. Most recently, the ceramic insert they installed broke after just a few days of intermittent use. This strongly suggests that their technicians are not properly trained at installing the ceramic inserts, leading to repeated failures. Because of these issues, we’ve had a functional fireplace for only two months total over the last two years. This failure to provide a reliable product and service has significantly impacted our family. We’ve gone through two Thanksgivings and two Christmases without a working fireplace. To make matters worse, during the major ice storm last year, we were left without the heat the fireplace could have provided—something we should have been able to rely on to keep our home and two small children warm during a power outage. Despite our repeated requests, Chimcare has been incredibly unhelpful in resolving the situation. I’ve had to pester them with calls every few days to get any progress on having Regency honor the warranty. They are completely unresponsive/not-proactive unless I am calling them directly - technician, project planner, and front office are all favorites in my phone - at this point, I’ve had to call daily just to get any updates or action on what should be a simple warranty replacement. Their lack of proactivity and accountability has been exhausting and deeply disappointing and makes it seem like they are not actually trying to honor my warranty and for what we paid for in terms of service. It’s incredibly frustrating to have spent so much money on this installation, only to deal with constant repairs, an unusable product, and a company that refuses to address their technician’s clear errors. While their team is polite when scheduling repairs and when the technicians are present, politeness doesn’t make up for poor service and unreliability. We deeply regret choosing Chimcare for our fireplace installation and strongly advise others to look elsewhere for their fireplace needs."
Kyle H on December 2024
Full service Chimney Cleaning, repair, and upgrades. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"He did an awesome job very fast in and out explained everything he did and everything that we would need to have done I would definitely use him again"
Geneva M on September 2024
Full service Chimney Cleaning, repair, and upgrades. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"He did an awesome job very fast in and out explained everything he did and everything that we would need to have done I would definitely use him again"
Geneva M on September 2024
Were a small family owned company with over 30 years experience. Will take the time to share the knowledge we have learned through out the years. We do everything from total rebuilds to minor repairs and sweeps. Anything brick or stone we can help design a project with our free estimates. We also do gas inserts and wood stove installation. A warm fire can set the mood and keep you warm when the power is out. Please call or email to set up a free consultation.
"Excellent from office scheduling to finished work. Very happy with the entire experience - Thank you guys!"
Sue P on June 2022
Were a small family owned company with over 30 years experience. Will take the time to share the knowledge we have learned through out the years. We do everything from total rebuilds to minor repairs and sweeps. Anything brick or stone we can help design a project with our free estimates. We also do gas inserts and wood stove installation. A warm fire can set the mood and keep you warm when the power is out. Please call or email to set up a free consultation.
"Excellent from office scheduling to finished work. Very happy with the entire experience - Thank you guys!"
Sue P on June 2022
Better Air Northwest has been proudly serving the greater Portland and Vancouver areas since 2009. We provide air duct cleaning services for industrial, commercial and residential heating, cooling and other air duct systems. We also provide respirable dust testing, dryer vent cleaning and anti-microbial sanitation services. We are a family owned and operated business with a focus on quality service and customer satisfaction. Our professional technicians are friendly and knowledgeable. This is the finest air duct cleaning service on the planet!
"Got our quote and learned a cleaning is unlikely to help with the problem we are facing. We will still schedule a cleaning later in the year."
April L on May 2025
Better Air Northwest has been proudly serving the greater Portland and Vancouver areas since 2009. We provide air duct cleaning services for industrial, commercial and residential heating, cooling and other air duct systems. We also provide respirable dust testing, dryer vent cleaning and anti-microbial sanitation services. We are a family owned and operated business with a focus on quality service and customer satisfaction. Our professional technicians are friendly and knowledgeable. This is the finest air duct cleaning service on the planet!
"Got our quote and learned a cleaning is unlikely to help with the problem we are facing. We will still schedule a cleaning later in the year."
April L on May 2025
Murphy's Fireplace & Stove Inc. was started in 2000 when Paul Sanders saw there was a need for a certified and fully trained chimney service company in the Willamette Valley area. You never have to worry if the person that is entering your home and servicing your vent system or repairing your fireplace is trained and certified, because we guarantee it! Murphy's never uses subcontractors for our projects and is able to handle all of your home & hearth needs. Satisfaction Guaranteed CCB: 206435
"Showed up at 9:40 for 9:40 appointment. Job took 30 min. 2 workers. Nathan answered all my questions about the job and related fireplace issues. Happy to report that he stated when he didn't know the answer in depth, but suggested what may be the source of effects. The job was done quickly, professionally and cleanly. Quoted a list of optional improvements (chimney cap, brick cleaning/seal) and repairs (cement flue cap replacement) that should be considered, but that they not a limitation to safe usage of the fireplace. I would hire again."
Kirk B on January 2021
Murphy's Fireplace & Stove Inc. was started in 2000 when Paul Sanders saw there was a need for a certified and fully trained chimney service company in the Willamette Valley area. You never have to worry if the person that is entering your home and servicing your vent system or repairing your fireplace is trained and certified, because we guarantee it! Murphy's never uses subcontractors for our projects and is able to handle all of your home & hearth needs. Satisfaction Guaranteed CCB: 206435
"Showed up at 9:40 for 9:40 appointment. Job took 30 min. 2 workers. Nathan answered all my questions about the job and related fireplace issues. Happy to report that he stated when he didn't know the answer in depth, but suggested what may be the source of effects. The job was done quickly, professionally and cleanly. Quoted a list of optional improvements (chimney cap, brick cleaning/seal) and repairs (cement flue cap replacement) that should be considered, but that they not a limitation to safe usage of the fireplace. I would hire again."
Kirk B on January 2021
J&M Air Duct Cleaning, Ventilation & Gas Piping Services is a specialty trade based company. We’ve been in business for nearly 10 years and specialize in Natural Gas & Propane installations and Air Duct Cleaning. Whether you are looking to have gas piping installed for your new fireplace, Range, BBQ, Dryer or other gas appliances, or just get a breath of fresh air within your home, J&M Air Duct Cleaning, Ventilation & Gas Piping Services is here to serve you.
"Mike and Ryan were here on time and did a great job. They were very respectful, and cleaned up after themselves. We were very happy with their work."
Angie H on March 2023
J&M Air Duct Cleaning, Ventilation & Gas Piping Services is a specialty trade based company. We’ve been in business for nearly 10 years and specialize in Natural Gas & Propane installations and Air Duct Cleaning. Whether you are looking to have gas piping installed for your new fireplace, Range, BBQ, Dryer or other gas appliances, or just get a breath of fresh air within your home, J&M Air Duct Cleaning, Ventilation & Gas Piping Services is here to serve you.
"Mike and Ryan were here on time and did a great job. They were very respectful, and cleaned up after themselves. We were very happy with their work."
Angie H on March 2023
We specialize in cleaning services for residential, commercial, and construction properties. We offer weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and one time only cleanings.
"They have been cleaning our home for six years. They have been an amazing asset to my family. They provide excellent service with amazing results."
Jen H on September 2023
We specialize in cleaning services for residential, commercial, and construction properties. We offer weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and one time only cleanings.
"They have been cleaning our home for six years. They have been an amazing asset to my family. They provide excellent service with amazing results."
Jen H on September 2023
Our family business has brought the good feeling of a clean home to many families in the Portland area. Our quality of work is backed by clients that have been with us since the beginning. Most of our clients are weekly and biweekly cleanings, and others are one-time cleaning. CALL US TODAY for a FREE estimate.
"Carla and her team were fantastic! Cheerful, dependable, and trustworthy. They are hard workers who really care about doing a good job--way better cleaners than larger companies that send whoever is available at the time. So glad I found them!"
Leslie S on October 2019
Our family business has brought the good feeling of a clean home to many families in the Portland area. Our quality of work is backed by clients that have been with us since the beginning. Most of our clients are weekly and biweekly cleanings, and others are one-time cleaning. CALL US TODAY for a FREE estimate.
"Carla and her team were fantastic! Cheerful, dependable, and trustworthy. They are hard workers who really care about doing a good job--way better cleaners than larger companies that send whoever is available at the time. So glad I found them!"
Leslie S on October 2019
Northwest Duct Services is a family owned and operated business. We believe in building a strong client relationship to establish complete trust. Services we provide include Air duct and dryer vent cleaning, Install, Repair, Seal and Insulate. our team has over 14 years of experience and expert knowledge to provide complete and total satisfaction. This ensures that we are the contractor of choice. We aim to help you breathe clean fresh air inside your home. We look forward to working with you. "Let Us Do The Dirty Work"
"Jesus did a wonderful job. Our ducts hadn't been cleaned in forever; dirt and dust would fly constantly ever time the furnace came. Fast, efficient service. Excellent price, senior and veteran discount. Highly recommend this to anyone who is needing this service."
Cozette C on May 2025
Northwest Duct Services is a family owned and operated business. We believe in building a strong client relationship to establish complete trust. Services we provide include Air duct and dryer vent cleaning, Install, Repair, Seal and Insulate. our team has over 14 years of experience and expert knowledge to provide complete and total satisfaction. This ensures that we are the contractor of choice. We aim to help you breathe clean fresh air inside your home. We look forward to working with you. "Let Us Do The Dirty Work"
"Jesus did a wonderful job. Our ducts hadn't been cleaned in forever; dirt and dust would fly constantly ever time the furnace came. Fast, efficient service. Excellent price, senior and veteran discount. Highly recommend this to anyone who is needing this service."
Cozette C on May 2025
A properly constructed chimney crown using quality materials can last 50 to 70 years with appropriate maintenance. Poorly constructed crowns might need replacement in 20 years or less. Weather exposure, freeze-thaw cycles, and construction quality all affect longevity. Regular inspections and prompt repairs of minor issues can significantly extend your chimney crown's useful life and prevent more costly repairs down the road.
Homeowners' insurance covers sudden, accidental damage to chimney crowns from events like fallen trees or storm damage. However, gradual deterioration from age or lack of maintenance falls outside coverage parameters. Review your specific policy details, as coverage varies between insurers. Document any storm-related damage with photos and maintain records of regular chimney maintenance to support potential claims for weather-related damage.
The chimney crown forms the concrete or masonry covering across the entire top surface of your chimney, sloping away from the flue to direct water away. A chimney cap, by contrast, is a smaller component that fits directly over the flue opening to prevent animal entry and block sparks. While the cap protects just the flue opening, the crown safeguards the entire chimney structure from water penetration.
Professional chimney inspections should occur annually to evaluate crown condition along with other chimney components. Homeowners in regions with severe weather patterns or frequent freeze-thaw cycles might benefit from semi-annual inspections. A thorough inspection examines the crown for cracks, spalling, deteriorating mortar joints, and proper water drainage. Early detection of minor issues prevents them from developing into major structural problems.
A deteriorating chimney crown frequently leads to interior moisture problems. When water penetrates crown cracks, it can travel through the chimney structure into adjacent walls and ceilings. This moisture migration often results in stained drywall, peeling paint, and potential mold growth. Early intervention through crown repair or sealing prevents these secondary damages and protects your home's interior from water-related deterioration.