Chimney Repair

Why Chimney Repair?

Your chimney is an out-of-sight-out-of-mind feature of your home. Therefore, unless you have your chimney inspected annually, you likely won’t know your chimney is in need of a repair until the damage is done.

T.J.’s Chimney Service has been inspecting, sweeping, and repairing chimneys since 1979. If there is a problem with your chimney, we have the knowledge and experience to fix it.

Your chimney braves the outdoor elements, continually exposed to water, high winds, and extreme temperatures. It’s also possible it serves as an unintended home to birds, bats, and other animals.

When your chimney needs repair, you may notice:

  • Chips or breaks in your masonry
  • A white powdery substance on the chimney bricks
  • An unpleasant smell coming from your fireplace
  • Smoke filling your living room
  • Water dripping in your fireplace

These are all signs that you have water damage in your chimney, you have a buildup of soot or creosote, or birds or rodents are seeking shelter in your chimney.

TJ's Chimney Service offers the following chimney repairs:

  • Custom Chimney Caps
    A perfect fit for your chimney, our custom chimney caps make a tight seal, keeping water, moisture, and debris out of your chimney.
  • Masonry Repair and tuck pointing
    This specialized technique replaces your broken mortar with new mortar, protecting your home from a deteriorating or falling chimney.
  • Chimney Sweep
    Using a heavy-duty poly bristled brush and a video inspection camera, we sweep your chimney thoroughly, ensuring every hidden space of your chimney is inspected and cleaned.
  • Chimney Relining
    If the flue lining of your chimney system is damaged, T.J.’s Chimney Service will replace or repair it, protecting your walls, attic, and other parts of your home from embers or moisture.
  • Flashing Repair
    We repair or replace damaged or missing flashing, tightening the connection between your chimney and your roof, and protecting your home from mold, drywall damage, rotting wood, and expensive repairs.
  • Waterproofing
    We extend the life of your chimney by applying a water-repellant coating to your chimney masonry, sealing the cracks in the mortar joints and the joints of the chimney itself.

Choose T.J.’s Chimney Service

A family-owned business serving the Indianapolis area for over 40 years, T.J.’s Chimney Service is a name you can trust. Our CSIA-certified technicians will ensure your chimney repair is performed completely, thoroughly and as efficiently as possible. We take pride in our reputation of quality workmanship and customer satisfaction, and are committed to your family’s safety.  

If you need a chimney repair, contact T.J.’s Chimney Service. We replace your chimney worries with confidence, assurance and relief.

Schedule An Appointment

What Our Customers Are Saying on Google

Tara Tague

So very happy with our updated fireplace! Brandon, David, and Austin did an awesome job. Professional, knowledgeable. Very careful in keeping everything neat and clean. I would recommend TJ’s to anyone who asked. Great job! We love our fireplace.

GOOGLE REVIEW

Dawn Holden

This company went above and beyond to make sure everything was done exactly as I wanted, and done correctly! The installers were professional and friendly, as well as the office workers! I can’t recommend this company highly enough.

GOOGLE REVIEW

William English

Brandon and Jordan did an excellent and professional job of removing our old fireplace and installing the new fireplace. This included masonry and carpentry work. Brandon was very precise with his installation of the cultured stone around the fireplace as well as reinstalling the mantel and trim. We highly recommend them.

GOOGLE REVIEW

View Our Google Reviews

Area's We Serve

  • Anderson, IN
  • Avon, IN
  • Beech Grove, IN
  • Carmel, IN
  • Cambridge City, IN
  • Fishers, IN
  • Fortville, IN
  • Greenfield, IN
  • Greenwood, IN
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • New Palestine, IN
  • Noblesville, IN
  • Pendleton, IN
  • Rushville, IN
  • Shelbyville, IN
  • Oaklandon, IN
  • Southport, IN
  • New Castle, IN
  • McCordsville, IN
  • Whiteland, IN

#tbt: Throwback Thursday to the Good Ol’ Days!

By TJ Robinson | September 17, 2015

Hi! Tim here. I started TJ’s Chimney Sweep back in 1979 (which means we had our 36th birthday this year).  I launched it as a way to earn a second income and to get away from working in a factory. This was right at the time when the old oil embargo was well under way…

Why Does My Chimney Stink?

By TJ Robinson | July 29, 2015

During the summer, when we have hot, humid weather or lots of rain, you may notice an undesirable smell coming from your fireplace and chimney. This odor can be caused by a variety of reasons. Let’s explore some of the most common types of smells and the likely cause.   An asphalt or bad barbeque…

Clothes Dryer Exhaust Safety – 6 Requirements You May Not Know

By TJ Robinson | July 22, 2015

Did you know that lint and debris can build up in your clothes dryer duct? When lint buildup occurs, it can create potentially hazardous conditions, like dryer fires that can turn into devastating house fires, and carbon monoxide buildup that can poison people and pets – and even result in death. Therefore, it’s important that…

4 Causes of Chimney Crown Cracks

By TJ Robinson | July 13, 2015

When was the last time you inspected your chimney crown? If you’re like most homeowners, you probably haven’t given much thought to your chimney crown. However, if your chimney crown is cracked and not repaired, damage to your chimney from water and other outdoor elements can quickly escalate, costing you thousands of dollars in repairs.…

What Is a Level 3 Chimney Inspection?

By TJ Robinson | July 6, 2015

If you have experienced a chimney fire or major damage to your chimney due to a lightning strike, a severe storm or an earthquake, you should have your chimney inspected by a professional in order to assess the amount of damage done. In these instances, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends that you…

Why You Need to Clean Your Oil-Fired Furnace Chimney

By TJ Robinson | June 23, 2015

Did you know that oil is the dirtiest burning fuel? If you have an oil-fired furnace, not only should you have your furnace inspected every year, you also need to have the chimney inspected and cleaned annually, because oil’s by-products of combustion can be very volatile and corrosive. And neglecting to clean your oil furnace…

When Should I Have My Air Ducts Cleaned?

By TJ Robinson | June 16, 2015

Did you know that almost 40 pounds of dust is created in a typical six-room house every year? That’s a lot of dust. And all of that dust affects your home’s indoor air quality. If you or a loved one suffers from respiratory health conditions, autoimmune disorders or some environmental allergies, dust can cause some…

What Is a Level 2 Chimney Inspection?

By TJ Robinson | June 9, 2015

If you use a chimney to vent a fireplace, wood stove, water heater, furnace or boiler that burns wood or fossil fuels, it’s critical that you perform regular chimney inspections and maintenance for the safe operation of your system. However, the type of chimney inspection you need depends on a number of factors.   Are…

A Lightning Strike Can Damage Your Chimney

By TJ Robinson | June 2, 2015

It is summertime and you know what that means – it is thunderstorm season again. Every year, we experience about 100,000 thunderstorms in the U.S, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). And about 10% of these storms are severe. While thunderstorms can happen at any hour, they’re more likely during the afternoon and evening…

4 Misconceptions Associated with Dryer Vent Cleaning

By TJ Robinson | May 26, 2015

Do you know where your dryer vent is located? If we took a poll, a lot of people would probably say it’s the lint trap that they clean out after every load of laundry. Others might say it’s the hose that connects the dryer to wall. In actuality, your dryer vent system includes the hose…

THE DIFFERENCE YOU CAN FEEL TJs Chimney Service

When it comes to chimney repairs and chimney sweeps, we know you have many choices. But we believe our longevity in the business and reputation for quality sets us apart from our competitors. 

As members of the community, we are your friends, neighbors and fellow business owners. For every home we service, we provide the same care and attention to detail we would give our own homes.

Schedule An Appointment