Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Chimney Company in Palos Hills, IL
Chimney repair in Palos Hills usually comes down to two things: cracked clay flue tiles in original 1950s-70s masonry chimneys, and missing or rusted caps on flues that back up to the forest preserves. We’re Summit Peak Chimney Sweep, and we’ve served Palos Hills since 2018. If your chimney has a cap that’s gone, a crown that’s spalling, or a liner that’s showing its age, call us at (855) 382-3714 and we’ll diagnose it with camera evidence before anything gets recommended.
Why Palos Hills Homes Are Different
Palos Hills is a postwar bedroom suburb built on the Palos moraine, and the housing stock reflects that era. Most homes are ranch and split-level construction from the 1950s through the 1970s, brick-and-frame with single-flue masonry fireplaces and original clay tile liners. The roofs got replaced over the decades, but in a lot of cases the chimneys never did. That means the clay tiles have been absorbing forty to seventy years of freeze-thaw cycles, and the mortar crowns have slowly lost their bind. On a cold January morning after a thaw-and-refreeze, a homeowner will notice a damp patch on the ceiling near the chimney chase or a piece of tile sitting in the firebox, and that’s when we get the call.
The other thing about Palos Hills is the tree canopy. This is a heavily wooded suburb, and many of the lots along the streets bordering the forest preserves have mature oak and hickory directly over the roofline. Wind-blown leaves, acorn shells, and twigs collect in uncapped flues. Squirrels and birds move in. In spring, the “dead animal smell” call is a real thing on these streets, and it almost always traces back to an uncapped chimney. This is not a general suburb where a chimney just accumulates normal creosote. Palos Hills chimneys get the full assault: creosote from winter fires, organic debris from fall, animals from spring. Annual cleaning and a cap check are genuinely necessary here, not an upsell.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Palos Hills Services
Most Palos Hills homeowners call us for one of two things: the fireplace chimney that needs swept and inspected, or the dryer vent that’s never been cleaned since the house was built. Both are fire-risk venting systems, and we handle both.
Chimney Sweep in Palos Hills
A sweep in Palos Hills means more than running a brush up the flue. We’re looking at the condition of the clay liner, the cap, the crown, and the damper while we work, because on these 1950s-70s chimneys, the cleaning is often the moment when a crack or missing cap gets caught. We’ll show you what we find, with photos, and tell you plainly whether anything needs repair now or can wait. For the full scope of what a sweep includes in Palos Hills, see our Chimney Sweep in Palos Hills page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Palos Hills
A dryer vent is a chimney you never think about. In Palos Hills, where laundry rooms are often tucked into the split-level’s lower floor and the vent run is long, lint buildup is a genuine fire hazard. We clean the full run from dryer to exterior, check the termination for blockages, and use Famco components when a vent cap or connector needs replaced. For the details, see our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Palos Hills page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Chimney Repair in Palos Hills
Chimney repair in Palos Hills is usually driven by two local realities: freeze-thaw cycles that crack the mortar crown and brick on chimneys built between the 1950s and 1970s, and the oak and hickory canopy that keeps uncapped flues full of moisture and debris. A chimney with a cracked crown takes on water, and water that freezes inside the masonry breaks it apart from within. By the time a homeowner sees the damage, it’s often been forming for several winters. We diagnose every repair with a camera before we recommend anything, so you see exactly what we see. Our full repair scope is covered on the Chimney Repair hub page.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
An open flue that lets rain, leaves, or animals in, or an old cap that’s rusted through and no longer seated.
What it costs in Palos Hills
Chimney cap installation in Palos Hills typically runs $210 – $380 depending on flue size and cap material.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a cap sized for the tile, and secure it with a mechanical fastener so it won’t lift in a windstorm.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
Rust perforation, a cap that’s shifted off the flue, or a screen that’s been chewed through by squirrels.
What it costs in Palos Hills
Chimney cap replacement in Palos Hills typically runs $185 – $340, including removal of the old cap.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, clean the flue lip, and install a new cap with a tight screen to keep animals out.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Clay tile pieces in the firebox, smoke leaking through masonry joints, or a camera inspection showing vertical cracks in the original liner.
What it costs in Palos Hills
Chimney liner installation in Palos Hills typically runs $2,300 – $5,400 depending on flue size, height, and whether it’s a DuraFlex flexible liner or a rigid stainless system.
How we do it
We spec the liner to the appliance and flue dimensions, install it through the existing chase, and insulate the annular space where required, then verify the draw with a real-time draft reading.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water staining on the ceiling near the chimney chase, or visible gaps or rust in the flashing where the chimney meets the roofline.
What it costs in Palos Hills
Chimney flashing repair in Palos Hills typically runs $350 – $750 depending on how much of the flashing needs to be cut out and replaced.
How we do it
We pull the damaged flashing, install new step and counter flashing that matches the roof pitch, and seal the transition with a urethane-based sealant rated for exterior movement.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
A crown that’s spalled or cracked, with visible hairline fractures that let water soak into the brick below.
What it costs in Palos Hills
Chimney crown repair in Palos Hills typically runs $450 – $900 depending on whether we’re sealing hairline cracks or rebuilding the crown entirely.
How we do it
We grind out the failed surface, apply a new mortar crown with proper slope away from the flue, and seal it so water sheds instead of penetrating.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Palos Hills
| Item | Typical range in Palos Hills |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $210 – $380 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $185 – $340 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $900 |
Do I need a new liner if my clay tiles are cracked?
Not automatically. We camera the flue first. In some Palos Hills chimneys, a HeatShield resurfacing can restore a flue with hairline cracking without a full reline. If the tiles are shifted or the gaps are wide, a liner is the correct fix.
Can a squirrel nest in my chimney cause damage?
Yes. Nests hold moisture against the flue tiles and can accelerate their degradation, plus the nest itself is a fire hazard. If you hear scratching or smell something dead, call us and we’ll clear it and assess the flue.
Brands We Service in Palos Hills
We stock and service parts from Olympia Chimney, Famco, Copperfield, and DuraFlex. That means when a cap, flashband, or liner component needs replaced on a Palos Hills job, we arrive with the correct piece, not a hardware-store substitute. Most common parts are in our van same-visit. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Palos Hills |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, one flue) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $210 – $380 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $185 – $340 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $750 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,300 – $5,400 |
What pushes a Palos Hills price higher than the baseline is usually height and access. A two-story ranch with a steep roofline near the forest preserves takes more ladder work and a longer hose run than a single-story split-level with a walkable roof. Whatever the job, we give you a fixed price before any work starts, and you’ll see the camera evidence before you approve any repair.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Palos Hills
We work throughout Palos Hills, from the quiet blocks near Moraine Valley Community College to the streets that back directly onto the forest preserves. Most calls in this area are reached within a short drive from our Bolingbrook base.
- Oak Hills
- Palos on the Green
- Hillside subdivisions off of Roberts Road
- Streets adjacent to the Palos forest preserves
- Areas near Moraine Valley
Service Area – Cities Near Palos Hills
Summit Peak Chimney Sweep covers the entire southwest suburban band, so if you’re in a neighboring community you’re still in our service area. We regularly take calls from Hickory Hills, IL, Worth, IL, Palos Park, IL, and Justice, IL, and the same team handles both the chimney and dryer vent work.
Serving Palos Hills, IL — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Palos Hills area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Palos Hills
For most non-emergency repairs, we can typically schedule within a few business days. If you’ve got water actively coming in or an animal in the flue, tell us when you call and we’ll prioritize it. Call (855) 382-3714 and we’ll give you an honest window.
Liner installation and structural rebuilds sometimes require municipal permitting, and that’s handled on a case-by-case basis. For standard repairs like caps, crowns, and flashing, permits are rarely required. We’ll confirm what’s needed before we start.
Yes. Since we’re already at the house, a lot of Palos Hills homeowners schedule the chimney sweep and the dryer vent cleaning together. It’s two separate venting systems, one appointment, one trusted specialist. Call (855) 382-3714 to book both.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local chimney cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Palos Hills Customers Say
"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Adam Kowalski"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
— Carmen Herrera"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
— Kurt Hayes