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.
Chimney Company in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL
Chimney repair in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is a different trade than it is inland. Most homes here were never built around a true masonry chimney, so the work we get called for is firebox repair, cap and damper replacement, and flue work on the prefab and patio chimneys common to older beachside bungalows. Salt air and long humid summers do more damage to caps, dampers and exterior masonry than a fire ever will. If your fireplace has sat unused through the rainy season, a spring inspection is the smart move. Call (866) 361-5813. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Why Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Homes Are Different
This is a low-rise coastal town where fireplaces are mostly decorative. Wood-burning here is recreational at best, a handful of cool evenings a year, and that changes everything about how a chimney ages. In a cold-climate city, creosote from heavy heating loads is the main concern. In Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, the enemy is salt-laden sea air and heavy rainy-season downpours working on caps, dampers and exterior masonry. Rusted dampers and salt-corroded caps are routine; so are nests and wind-blown debris in flues that have sat unused through the humid summer.
The housing stock reinforces it. Most of the town is mid-century single-family bungalows, ranch homes and small two-to-four-story beachside condos, built in concrete block and stucco. True masonry chimneys are uncommon. When we open up a flue in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, it’s usually a prefab firebox or an exterior stack, not a hand-laid brick chimney. That matters for materials and for what a repair actually looks like. Hurricane-season wind-driven rain gets into uncapped flues, and a single missing cap can mean water in the firebox every storm. The town is also small and low-density enough that most jobs are a short trip from one street to the next, which keeps scheduling simple.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
Our Main Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Services
Two services cover the vast majority of what Lauderdale-by-the-Sea homeowners call us about.
Chimney Sweep in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Because fireplaces here burn only a few nights a year, the typical sweep is less about heavy creosote and more about inspection. We brush and clean the flue, check the firebox and damper for rust and corrosion, and look for nests or debris that block a flue sitting idle through the humid season. Salt air attacks metal components fast in this coastal town, so we look closely at anything that’s rusted. Our technicians have up to 10 years of experience, and we tell you plainly what we find. Read more about Chimney Sweep in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Lint buildup in a dryer vent is a fire risk most homeowners never think about, and in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea’s humid climate, damp lint packs into vent runs more readily than dry air allows. We clear the full run from dryer to exterior termination, check the exterior flap, and make sure the vent isn’t crushed or blocked by debris. It’s fire-safety maintenance, not an add-on, and it belongs on the same seasonal schedule as the fireplace. More on Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
Chimney Repair in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Chimney repair in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is rarely about rebuilding a tall brick stack. It’s about the components the salt air and rain actually reach: caps, dampers, crowns, flashing and the flue liners inside mid-century fireboxes. Decades of sea air rust metal and soften masonry here faster than fire ever does. Our Chimney Repair work starts with a proper look at what’s really wrong, because a rusted damper and a failed crown are very different jobs.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Your flue is open to the sky and you’re finding water in the firebox, debris in the flue, or birds and squirrels getting in during hurricane season.
What it costs in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
A chimney cap installation typically runs $250 – $650, depending on the flue size and the cap style.
How we do it
We measure the flue, fit a correctly sized cap with a proper screen, and seal it to the crown so wind-driven rain stays out.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The cap is rusted through, the screen is torn, or it’s loose after a storm and no longer shedding water off the flue.
What it costs in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Replacing a cap typically runs $250 – $600, with the range set by the cap size and how corroded the old mounting is.
How we do it
We pull the old cap, clean the crown where it mounts, and set a new cap sealed against the coastal weather.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
The existing liner is cracked, rusted or missing, or a sweep reveals gaps that let heat and gases escape into the structure.
What it costs in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
A liner installation typically runs $1,800 – $4,500, depending on flue length, liner type and whether the firebox needs prep.
How we do it
We measure the flue, install a DuraFlex flexible liner sized to the appliance, and connect and seal it at both ends.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You’re seeing water stains near the chimney at the roofline, or the metal flashing is lifted, rusted or pulling away from the roof.
What it costs in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Flashing repair typically runs $300 – $900, set by the roof pitch and how much of the flashing has to be replaced.
How we do it
We reset or replace the flashing, seal the seams against wind-driven rain, and check the roofline for any water that’s already gotten in.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $650 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $4,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $900 |
Why do caps and dampers corrode so fast in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?
Salt-laden sea air speeds up rust on metal caps and dampers, and the humid summers keep moisture on them longer. That’s why we check these parts every inspection and recommend a replacement before a storm season finds them failing.
Can a damaged flue be repaired without a full liner replacement?
Often yes. If the flue walls are sound but the surface is spalled, HeatShield resurfacing can restore it without tearing out the whole liner. We’ll show you what the inspection found and let you decide.
Brands We Service in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
We install DuraFlex flexible liners and apply HeatShield resurfacing, and we source components from Copperfield and Famco. We don’t claim stocked parts; we order what the job needs and tell you the expected turnaround. See the full list on our brands page. If you have a brand you’re unsure about, ask us and we’ll tell you plainly whether we handle it. Call (866) 361-5813 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
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| Service | Typical range in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $650 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $250 – $600 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $900 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $4,500 |
| Flue resurfacing (HeatShield) | $1,200 – $3,200 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $250 |
Prices in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea go up when the job is more than it first looked: a crown that’s cracked into the masonry, a liner run that needs the firebox prepped first, or a cap that’s corroded to the point it won’t come off clean. The written estimate sets the final price, and we give you that upfront before any work starts.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
We work across the town’s low-rise beachside streets and its mid-century bungalow blocks, from the oceanfront stretches to the quieter inland lanes. Every neighborhood here shares the same conditions: salt air, humid summers and fireplaces that see only a few nights of use. Because Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is small and tightly packed, scheduling a sweep or a repair visit doesn’t need a long lead time, and a single trip usually covers everything a home needs.
- Oceanfront and beach-block bungalows
- Mid-century ranch homes on the inland lanes
- Small beachside condo buildings
- Older homes with exterior or patio chimney stacks
Service Area – Cities Near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea sits within easy reach of several neighboring communities, and we cover all of them. If you’re just outside town, we can work with you too. Our main service area includes Pompano Beach, FL, Oakland Park, FL, Wilton Manors, FL and Lighthouse Point, FL. Each has its own mix of housing stock and coastal conditions, so the work adapts from one city to the next. Call (866) 361-5813 to confirm coverage for your address.
Serving Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 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 Company in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is compact, so scheduling is usually quick. We dispatch Sunday through Friday, 7am to 7pm, and we’ll confirm the first available opening for your address when you call. Estimates are free.
Some chimney and vent work may need a permit depending on the scope, and condo or HOA rules can add requirements for exterior changes. Ask your city’s building department and your association before booking, and we’ll tell you what the job involves.
Yes. We serve all of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea plus nearby communities like Pompano Beach, Oakland Park, Wilton Manors and Lighthouse Point. If you’re unsure whether your street is covered, call (866) 361-5813 and we’ll confirm.
Whether it’s a spring inspection after a quiet winter, a rusted damper, or a dryer vent that hasn’t been cleaned in years, the team at Stratford Chimney Sweep is here to help. Call (866) 361-5813 for a free estimate. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Nothing gets recommended without evidence you can see for yourself, and we’ll tell you plainly when work can safely wait.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees. Talk to a local chimney cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you. The visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Customers Say
"Thorough sweep and a clear report. He was running late from the job before and arrived near the end of the window, though he did call to warn me."
- Andre Ingram"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
- Steve Doyle"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
- Michael Lawson