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Chimney Sweep & Repair in Washington Township, PA

About 21 miles east of downtown Pittsburgh in Westmoreland County, Washington Township has roughly 6,800 residents. The typical home in Washington Township was built around 1974 (about 19% of homes here were built before 1950), a period that mixed site-built masonry chimneys with factory-built fireplace systems — so caps, crowns, and flashing tend to fail before the structure itself does. Roughly 15% of homes here still heat primarily with fuel oil, and oil-fired boilers vent through the same chimneys — so a clean, properly lined flue matters even where no one ever lights a fire. Spread over about 32 square miles, it is one of the more rural parts of our service area. We serve Washington Township together with nearby communities such as Murrysville, Vandergrift 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.

Washington Township at a glance

Where
Township in Westmoreland County, about 21 miles east of downtown Pittsburgh
Population
About 6,800
Typical home built
Around 1974
Built before 1950
About 19% of homes
Main heating fuel
Gas 65% · Oil 15% · Wood 1%

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

Services We Offer in Washington Township

Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning in Washington Township

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

Chimney Inspection in Washington Township

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

Chimney Repair in Washington Township

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

Chimney Relining in Washington Township

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

Chimney Cap Installation & Repair in Washington Township

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

Chimney Crown Repair in Washington Township

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

Masonry & Rebuilding in Washington Township

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

Chimney Waterproofing in Washington Township

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

Dryer Vent Cleaning in Washington Township

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

Fireplace Repair & Installation in Washington Township

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

Wood Stove Installation in Washington Township

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

Gas Fireplace Service in Washington Township

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

Animal & Bird Removal in Washington Township

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

Washington Township Chimney FAQ

My Washington Township home heats with gas — does the chimney still need attention?

Yes. Gas furnaces and water heaters vent through the chimney, and a cracked, blocked, or oversized flue can let exhaust gases, including carbon monoxide, back into the house. An annual inspection catches this early.

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