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Franklin Chimney serving South Philadelphia, Philadelphia
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$69 Inspection

Same-Day Chimney Sweep in South Philadelphia Starting at $69

CSIA-certified sweeps for South Philly rowhomes. CO and draft issues handled the same day. HD camera footage, written report, price locked before work starts.

4.9 from 237+ reviews Verified Reviews
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Most South Philly chimneys were built for coal. The rowhomes from Passyunk to Point Breeze went up between the 1850s and 1920s, brick stacks packed tight against each other along narrow streets, and the flues inside them were sized for a coal stove. Over the decades those same flues were switched to oil and then to gas, and each switch dropped a new appliance into a liner that was never built for it. That history is why we keep finding the two faults specific to this neighborhood: hairline cracks in the original clay tile, and smoke chambers left oversized for the gas units now venting through them. Either one can let combustion gases drift back into a tight party-wall home, so the work has to start with seeing what is actually inside the stack.

That is the job a sweep does here. We clear out the flue, then run an HD camera the full length of it to read the liner, the smoke chamber, and the damper for yourself, and we put a written report and a CO draft test in your hands on every visit. The whole inspection is $69, and same-day slots open most weeks for the times a detector goes off and you need someone on the roof before sundown.

More than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning every year, according to the CDC's carbon monoxide poisoning information, and more than 100,000 land in the emergency room. A cracked clay liner, a blocked flue, or a back-drafting furnace is one of the most preventable causes. That is why every Franklin Chimney technician in South Philly is CSIA-certified, why the camera scan and the CO draft test run together rather than as add-ons, and why we write the report in plain language you can act on instead of filing away.

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South Philadelphia Reviews

What South Philadelphia Homeowners Say

4.9 from 237 reviews

I'd never seen inside my chimney before. Franklin's camera inspection showed me exactly what was going on, and the technician explained everything clearly. No pressure, just honest answers. Totally worth it.

Mike R.
South Philadelphia
5 days ago

I'd never seen inside my chimney before. Franklin's camera inspection showed me exactly what was going on, and the technician explained everything clearly. No pressure, just honest answers. Totally worth it.

Mike R.
Mike R.
South Philadelphia
5 days ago

Efflorescence and soft mortar on the lower courses near the roofline. They repointed the damaged joints, sealed the transition, and waterproofed the stack. Problem solved and they explained every step so I understood what I was paying for.

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Lucia H.
Bella Vista, Philadelphia
2 weeks ago

Called for a second opinion after another company quoted me $4,000 in 'urgent' repairs. Franklin did the camera inspection, showed me the actual footage, and said most of what the other guy flagged was cosmetic. Saved me thousands. These are the honest ones.

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Dennis D.
South Philadelphia
5 days ago

Failed our home sale inspection over a deteriorated liner with only a 10-day window before closing. Franklin got us scheduled in three days, installed a new stainless liner, and we had the reinspection certificate by day eight. They saved our sale.

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Eddie L.
South Philadelphia
5 weeks ago

Quick, clean, professional. They laid down drop cloths, sealed the fireplace opening, and vacuumed everything from the roof down. My living room was cleaner when they left than when they arrived. In and out in about 90 minutes.

Angela S.
Angela S.
Queen Village, Philadelphia
5 weeks ago

Squirrels kept getting into the chimney and one made it into the house. That was the last straw. Franklin installed a heavy-duty cap with a spark arrestor screen. Over a year now — no wildlife, no rain getting in, no more worrying about it.

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Will O.
South Philadelphia
6 weeks ago

We have an oil furnace and the flue needed cleaning. Most chimney companies only want to deal with fireplaces. Franklin handled the oil flue no problem — cleaned the connector pipe, the flue liner, and checked the draft. Oil heat customers, these are your people.

Hector & Rosa L.
Hector & Rosa L.
Passyunk, Philadelphia
3 weeks ago

Buyer's inspector flagged our liner during the sale and I called three companies. Franklin was the only one who could turn it around in under two weeks. New liner in, reinspection passed, closing went through on time. Absolute lifesaver.

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Maureen C.
Queen Village, Philadelphia
3 days ago

We host every holiday and the fireplace is the centerpiece, so I keep it clean. Franklin's sweep was fast and immaculate — they sealed the opening, worked from the roof, and left no trace. The fire's been drawing perfectly all season.

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Rita H.
Passyunk, Philadelphia
3 weeks ago

Missing cap meant rain and leaves had been falling straight into the flue for who knows how long. Franklin installed a quality stainless cap with mesh and now the chimney stays clean and dry. Quick, fairly priced, and the tech was great.

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Marisa A.
Queen Village, Philadelphia
6 days ago

Our oil furnace flue needed cleaning and most companies only want to deal with fireplaces. Franklin handled the oil flue no problem — cleaned the connector pipe, the liner, and checked the draft. Oil heat customers, these are your people.

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Bob D.
Point Breeze, Philadelphia
3 weeks ago

Annual inspection — they do mine every October. This year they caught a failing mortar joint I never would've noticed from the ground. Fixed it on the spot for under $200. That's exactly why I keep coming back.

Gloria R.
Gloria R.
Bella Vista, Philadelphia
6 days ago

Damp musty smell in the family room after every rain — we blamed the basement for years. It was moisture coming through the chimney masonry above. Franklin waterproofed the exterior and the smell is gone. Should've looked up sooner, literally.

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Tony M.
South Philadelphia
5 days ago

Our furnace flue liner had corroded badly. Franklin sized and installed a new stainless liner matched to the appliance, and the draft test afterward was perfect. They explained everything clearly and the price never moved from the quote. Trustworthy.

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Marco H.
Point Breeze, Philadelphia
5 days ago

Musty smell near the fireplace turned out to be a damper rusted shut with moisture trapped in the firebox. Franklin replaced the damper, cleaned out the rust and mold, and treated the interior. Smell gone. Should've called them sooner.

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Tina S.
South Philadelphia
1 month ago

I manage a small triplex and Franklin inspects all three chimneys every fall. They're punctual, the reports are detailed enough for my insurer, and they invoice promptly. As a landlord, that reliability is worth its weight in gold.

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Sharon T.
Queen Village, Philadelphia
3 weeks ago

Had spalling bricks repaired and Franklin recommended waterproofing as part of the job, explaining the new mortar needs protection too. One crew did both in the same visit — efficient and cost-effective. No more water getting into the masonry.

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Tony D.
Passyunk, Philadelphia
5 weeks ago

I'm a first-time homeowner and had no idea what to look for. The technician was patient, never made me feel dumb, and showed me everything on the screen as he went. Flue was sound, cap needed replacing. Clear, honest, fairly priced. 10/10.

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Connie M.
Bella Vista, Philadelphia
1 week ago

We're flipping a twin in Point Breeze and needed the chimney report for the buyer's lender. Franklin got us the full inspection and written report in 48 hours. Professional enough to satisfy an underwriter. We'll use them on every project going forward.

Derek & Mia L.
Derek & Mia L.
Point Breeze, Philadelphia
5 days ago

Efflorescence and a damp interior wall after storms. Franklin confirmed with a moisture meter, sealed the exterior with a breathable product, and the wall has been dry ever since. They never pushed anything I didn't need. Straightforward and honest.

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Wendy Z.
Bella Vista, Philadelphia
5 weeks ago

We burn wood almost every night in winter, so an annual sweep is non-negotiable for us. Franklin laid down drop cloths, vacuumed from the roof down, and showed me the before-and-after photos. My living room was spotless when they left. Third year using them.

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Rita Z.
South Philadelphia
8 days ago
Why It Matters Here

Built on standards South Philadelphia homeowners can verify

The federal guidance on chimney maintenance is plain. Debris in the flue can cause carbon monoxide to build up inside the home, and the CDC's recommendation is to have your chimney checked or cleaned every year. Full reference: CDC carbon monoxide poisoning information.

Common chimney issues we see in South Philadelphia:
  • CO leaks from cracked clay liners in tight party-wall stacks
  • Oversized smoke chambers from gas-conversion appliances on old flues
  • Animal and debris blockages from long-unused chimneys in renovated homes
Local Questions

South Philadelphia Chimney Sweep FAQs

A standard inspection runs $69 with HD camera footage, a written report, and a CO draft test on every visit. A full sweep starts at $99. Repairs and waterproofing are priced from a written estimate after the inspection, with the $69 fee credited toward whatever work is approved.

Common warning signs include a CO detector alarm, a furnace that struggles to draft, soot stains around the appliance, or family members feeling lightheaded near the chimney. If any of these appear, leave the house, call 911 if anyone feels ill, and have the chimney inspected before lighting another fire. The CDC publishes detailed guidance on carbon monoxide poisoning.

Once a year. The NFPA recommends an annual inspection for any chimney that vents an appliance, and the CDC echoes the recommendation specifically because debris in the flue can cause CO buildup. Older South Philly clay liners and converted gas appliances deserve the same yearly check as a wood-burning fireplace.

Yes. Plenty of South Philly rowhomes still vent oil furnaces, which leave a soft black soot in the flue that needs different brushes and vacuums than wood creosote. We bring the right setup, clean to the appliance manufacturer's standard, and document the work with photos so you have a record for your service company.

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$69 inspections, CSIA-certified technicians, price locked before any work starts. Same-day slots open most weeks.

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Last reviewed: June 2026

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