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Chimney Sweep & Repair in Harrison Township, PA

About 20 miles northeast of downtown Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, Harrison Township has roughly 9,900 residents. The typical home in Harrison Township dates to around 1954 (about 40% of homes here were built before 1950). Chimneys from the mid-century building era are now well past 50 years old, and their flue liners are often cracked, undersized, or missing for the way modern furnaces and water heaters vent. Most homes in Harrison Township (about 90%) 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 1,350 residents per square mile, it is a typical suburban-to-semi-rural community. We serve Harrison Township together with nearby communities such as Tarentum, Lower Burrell and Allegheny Township.

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.

Harrison Township at a glance

Where
Township in Allegheny County, about 20 miles northeast of downtown Pittsburgh
Population
About 9,900
Typical home built
Around 1954
Built before 1950
About 40% of homes
Main heating fuel
Gas 90% · 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 Harrison Township

Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning in Harrison Township

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

Chimney Inspection in Harrison Township

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

Chimney Repair in Harrison Township

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

Chimney Relining in Harrison Township

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

Chimney Cap Installation & Repair in Harrison Township

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

Chimney Crown Repair in Harrison Township

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

Masonry & Rebuilding in Harrison Township

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

Chimney Waterproofing in Harrison Township

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

Dryer Vent Cleaning in Harrison Township

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

Fireplace Repair & Installation in Harrison Township

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

Wood Stove Installation in Harrison Township

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

Gas Fireplace Service in Harrison Township

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

Animal & Bird Removal in Harrison Township

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

Harrison Township Chimney FAQ

Should an older Harrison Township 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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