HVAC reviews in Washington, Maryland

I must express my admiration for the exceptional work done by Budget Empire Chimney Cleaning. I've employed different services for chimney cleaning in the past, but none have matched the meticulous job done by this team. This was indeed the most comprehensive chimney cleaning I've ever witnessed. The technician, Nolan, arrived promptly at my home in Washington, and the company maintained excellent communication before and after the appointment. The cleaning and inspection process took well over 2 hours, which is significantly longer than the usual 45-minute job I've experienced previously. The saying 'you get what you pay for' is very true in this case. Nolan meticulously cleaned and inspected every part of the chimney, from the base to the top, both from the inside and from the roof. After the job was done, I received an incredibly detailed report, along with suggestions to enhance the safety of my fireplace and chimney. As someone working in the fire service, I cannot stress enough the importance of having your chimney properly and annually cleaned and inspected. I would wholeheartedly recommend Budget Empire Chimney Cleaning to anyone in need of a thorough chimney cleaning and inspection. Their professionalism and attention to detail is commendable.

Honest, professional, fast, and efficient service for my chimney cleaning and inspection. Marvin was happy to explain what he was doing and why throughout the process, and the pricing was great. I had let him know about a tricky bolt in the stove, and he went above and beyond by fixing and replacing it himself with a stainless bolt. Couldn't ask for better chimney sweep service in Washington. Looking forward to using them again next season!

After my furnace was repaired, the technician noticed there was buildup between the chimney and the stainless pipe, and told me it was a good idea to have the chimney checked. Since my house is old, I knew it was time for a proper chimney inspection. I found Budget Empire Chimney Cleaning online and got their number quickly. They offered a chimney inspection and advice for $89, so I scheduled it. Derek came out to look at everything and suggested installing a double wall stainless steel liner inside the chimney. The quote was $850, so I agreed and set up a time for the work. While putting in the liner, Derek discovered some damage inside the chimney. He explained everything clearly and talked through the options with me. Instead of a costly rebuild, they used their skills and special tools to remove all the debris safely, which ended up costing $2200—much less than I expected for this kind of job. I was really impressed by how thorough and professional they were. I would absolutely recommend their chimney repair services to anyone who needs them.

i just moved into a new place and needed my chimney checked out and swept. i called a local chimney sweep company after seeing all their good reviews, and i'm really glad i did. nolan came out to do the inspection and was super friendly. he let me know the chimney hadn't been used much, so it didn’t need a full cleaning, which was honest and helpful. nolan looked over everything, gave me a quote for new chimney caps, and came back later to install them. he even added extra insulation to the fireplace to help it work better. nolan was reliable and made the whole process easy. i would definitely recommend this chimney sweep service to anyone looking for great, honest work.

we needed a chimney inspection before selling our house. we had a great experience with Budget Empire Chimney Cleaning last time, so we called again. leonard was friendly, efficient, and knew a lot about chimneys. he confirmed that we needed some repairs before selling. the crew came a bit later to put in a new firebox. they were very polite, worked professionally, and made sure to clean up everything after they finished. we would definitely use them again if we ever need more chimney work.

Getting my chimney cleaned was a smooth and easy process. After reaching out to a couple of other chimney sweep companies and not hearing back, it was a relief to have my call returned quickly. They scheduled me for a chimney sweeping that same week, confirmed my appointment the day before, and showed up right on time. Since this is my first time with a wood burning fireplace, I appreciated that Marvin took the time to clean everything, fix the damper, and replace the chimney cap. The whole job was finished in under an hour. I’m really glad I chose this company and can’t wait to use the fireplace tonight!

leonard was very professional and easy to talk to. he took the time to explain the whole chimney inspection process and even showed me pictures of the issues and possible fire hazards. would definitely recommend their chimney sweep services.

Marvin arrived right on schedule and got straight to work on cleaning and inspecting my wood burning stove. He made sure everything was spotless afterwards—there wasn’t a bit of soot or dust left behind. Marvin also took the time to give me helpful advice about my chimney and answered all my questions, even the ones I hadn’t thought of yet. Now I feel really confident using my wood stove, knowing it’s been checked by a true professional. I’m looking forward to my next chimney sweep service in Washington!

Ernest came out to give me an estimate for chimney sweep services and was incredibly helpful. He took the time to answer all my questions and even suggested some creative options to help keep the project within my budget. Ernest also reached out to my insurance adjuster to make sure I could get the funds needed for the chimney work. During the inspection, he discovered the source of a leak that wasn’t even coming from the chimney itself, which was really helpful. All of this was included with the free estimate! Excellent service from start to finish—highly recommended!

I reached out to Leonard for advice about my home's stone chimney in Washington, which had been letting in water and caused some trouble with the living room ceiling. I sent him some photos online so he could get a better idea of the chimney’s design. Leonard explained that stone chimneys often have issues with leaks and need regular upkeep. He mentioned that one option was having a mason redo the chimney, or keeping up with maintenance every year or two, since leaks can happen again. Since I don’t use the fireplace for heat, Leonard suggested that a good long-term fix would be to remove the stone chimney and install electric logs for the look. I really valued his expert advice and honesty, and I would definitely recommend him for any chimney work in the future.

i called for a chimney inspection after seeing lots of good reviews, and now i understand why people recommend them! roger got back to me quickly and was able to come out the same day to check my chimney. he was really professional, did a careful job with the inspection, and took the time to explain what he was doing. i highly recommend their chimney sweep services if you need help in washington!

Our first chimney sweep appointment got mixed up, but they quickly made up for it and handled everything really well. We were very impressed by Roger’s chimney knowledge and how he explained what was going on with our fireplace in a way that made sense. He answered all our questions and made sure we understood what needed to be done. We feel confident having him take care of our chimney cleaning and repairs. Overall, the service was friendly and professional—would recommend for anyone needing fireplace or chimney work.

The team was fantastic. They were easy to talk to, arrived right on time, and made the whole process smooth from start to finish. The chimney sweep and masonry work they did on my chimney was really top-notch and tidy. Ernest and Roger were friendly and answered all my questions about keeping my chimney in good shape. I’m very happy with how everything turned out and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable chimney services in the area.

Derek helped me find the right replacement parts for my damaged fireplace insert when no one else could figure it out. After many other chimney experts couldn’t fix the issue, he was quick to respond, clear with communication, and very professional. Now my fireplace is working perfectly again. I’m really happy with the chimney sweep service I received from Budget Empire Chimney Cleaning.

i swapped out my gas stove for a wood stove during the summer in washington. i wanted to make sure my chimney was safe for burning wood, so i tried to find a professional chimney sweep to do an inspection and install some stove pipe inside. another company had been giving me the runaround for months and even missed an appointment. today, i happened to meet nolan and ernest at my local grocery store. i asked them a few questions about chimneys, and even though they said they were really busy, they offered to swing by my house if they had time. less than an hour later, they showed up at my place. they checked out my chimney and told me everything looked good for wood burning. they also had the right stove pipe with them and went ahead and installed it. while they were there, they replaced my chimney cap and even painted the top of my old wood stove so it looked brand new. i was really impressed with how friendly and professional nolan and ernest were, especially since they still had a bunch of other jobs to do in washington that day. i would definitely recommend this company to anyone who needs chimney sweep or wood stove services.

over the summer, we had our old chimney taken down and replaced, plus a new majestic gas fireplace was installed. roger and nolan were great to work with throughout the whole process. their team worked hard, cleaned up each day, and did an excellent job rebuilding the chimney and putting in the new bricks. everything looks solid and works perfectly. i highly recommend their chimney sweep services to anyone looking to upgrade or repair their fireplace and chimney.

i had two technicians from Budget Empire Chimney Cleaning visit my house in washington to check my furnace and water heater metal flue pipe chimney, since i noticed some minor backdrafting in my water heater vent. i was worried there could be something blocking it, maybe even a bird. derek and his assistant marvin took a careful look and told me the pipe was completely clear and in great condition, especially for being around 40 years old. derek recommended getting a special wind-resistant chimney cap to help reduce or stop the backdrafting issue. he also pointed out a few repairs needed for my brick fireplace chimney, which i'll plan to fix when i can. i was really impressed with derek's chimney knowledge and the care he took with his work. highly recommend for any chimney cleaning or repairs.

I had a persistent water leak along the edge of my fireplace chimney. Before finding this company, I got two other estimates, but both were much more expensive and would have required a lot of work that could have disturbed the plants around my chimney. Marvin from the crew came out and handled the repair in a careful and tidy way, making sure not to damage any of my shrubs. The price was very fair, and the fix was neat and discreet. After plenty of rainy days here in Washington, the leak hasn’t come back. Really impressed with the professional work on my chimney!

After searching around Washington for a trustworthy chimney sweep, I’m glad I found Budget Empire Chimney Cleaning. This family-run team really knows their stuff—Leonard was incredibly friendly, professional, and efficient. My chimney is pretty tall and looks a bit tricky, but they handled the sweep with no issues. Besides cleaning, they also fixed a missing cap and repaired some cracks on the crown. Leonard took extra time to call my partner with updates and even walked me through how to use some of the fireplace features. As a new homeowner, I couldn’t be happier with the service. I highly recommend their chimney sweep services!

I usually don’t write reviews, but after experiencing such great service from this chimney sweep company, I felt I had to share. I needed help getting my old fireplace working again, and from the very start, Ernest took the time to explain all my options in simple terms I could understand. He answered all my questions and made sure I knew exactly what needed fixing and how they’d handle it. The team that worked on my chimney was fantastic—always professional, showed up on time, kept the area tidy, and treated my home with respect. After finishing the restoration, they even gave me a helpful walkthrough on how to safely use and maintain my fireplace. I’m extremely pleased with the whole experience and would definitely recommend this company to friends and neighbors looking for reliable chimney sweep services. They really went above and beyond.

We had a chimney fire right before the holidays, so we needed help fast. I reached out and spoke with Leonard, who was very understanding about how urgent the situation was. Even though his first available appointment was a bit later, he quickly followed up and offered us an earlier spot. Leonard and Roger arrived exactly when they said they would and got right to work cleaning the flue. Leonard set up his ladder, climbed onto the roof, and made sure the entire chimney was cleared out. He even used a camera to check the inside walls for any problems. After a thorough inspection, he let us know that everything looked good and safe to use again. Both Leonard and Roger were friendly and explained every step they took, which really put us at ease. Their work was professional, the price was fair, and the whole experience made us feel relieved and well cared for. We definitely recommend their chimney sweep services to anyone in Washington, and we’ll be calling them again next time we need a chimney cleaning!