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Chimney Sweep & Repair in Crafton, PA

Crafton is a borough in Allegheny County, about 4 miles west of downtown Pittsburgh, home to roughly 6,000 people. The typical home in Crafton was built around 1938 (about 62% of homes here were built before 1950), so original masonry chimneys with clay-tile or even no flue liner are a regular sight — and age-related mortar, crown, and liner problems are the most common reasons homeowners call. Most homes in Crafton (about 78%) heat with natural or propane gas, and gas furnaces and water heaters vent through the chimney too — a blocked or deteriorated flue can push carbon monoxide back into the house. At roughly 5,200 residents per square mile, it is one of the denser parts of our service area, where homes often sit close together. We serve Crafton together with nearby communities such as Green Tree, Carnegie and McKees Rocks.

Western Pennsylvania sees real winters with repeated freeze-thaw cycles from December through March, which is hard on exterior masonry — cracked mortar joints and crown damage show up more here than in milder climates.

Crafton at a glance

Where
Borough in Allegheny County, about 4 miles west of downtown Pittsburgh
Population
About 6,000
Typical home built
Around 1938
Built before 1950
About 62% of homes
Main heating fuel
Gas 78% · Oil 0% · Wood 0%

Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 (5-year). Distance is straight-line.

Services We Offer in Crafton

Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning in Crafton

Removal of creosote, soot, and debris buildup so your chimney vents safely and efficiently.

Chimney Inspection in Crafton

Level 1, 2, and 3 inspections to catch cracks, liner damage, and structural issues before they become expensive repairs.

Chimney Repair in Crafton

General repairs to masonry, liners, dampers, and fireboxes so your chimney is safe to use again.

Chimney Relining in Crafton

New flue liners for chimneys with cracked, deteriorated, or missing liners — required for safe, code-compliant venting.

Chimney Cap Installation & Repair in Crafton

Caps that keep rain, snow, animals, and debris out of the flue while allowing smoke to vent properly.

Chimney Crown Repair in Crafton

Repair or rebuild of the crown — the concrete cap covering the top of the chimney — to stop water intrusion.

Masonry & Rebuilding in Crafton

Brick and mortar repair, tuckpointing, and full rebuilds for chimneys with structural masonry damage.

Chimney Waterproofing in Crafton

Vapor-permeable sealants that keep water out of masonry without trapping moisture inside.

Dryer Vent Cleaning in Crafton

Clearing lint buildup from dryer exhaust vents — a leading cause of house fires when neglected.

Fireplace Repair & Installation in Crafton

Repairs and new installations for wood-burning and gas fireplaces, inserts, and fireboxes.

Wood Stove Installation in Crafton

Code-compliant installation of freestanding wood stoves, with correctly sized venting.

Gas Fireplace Service in Crafton

Maintenance and repair for gas fireplace inserts and log sets, including venting and ignition components.

Animal & Bird Removal in Crafton

Safe, humane removal of birds, squirrels, and raccoons that have nested in an uncapped chimney.

Crafton Chimney FAQ

Should an older Crafton home get a flue liner inspection?

Homes from before about 1950 were often built with unlined or clay-tile-lined chimneys that were never meant for modern appliances. A Level 2 inspection with a camera scan shows whether tiles are cracked or missing before a problem turns into a fire or carbon monoxide risk.

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