Fire prevention, carbon-monoxide protection, and code-compliant chimney care for North Shore homeowners — backed by fully licensed and insured professionals who put your family's safety first.
Comprehensive chimney sweep for Marblehead homes and businesses.
Thorough combustion-deposit removal that eliminates the number-one cause of residential chimney fires.
Learn more →Code-compliant visual and video inspections that reveal hidden hazards before they become emergencies.
Learn more →Stainless-steel and cast-in-place liner solutions that restore safe draft and prevent deadly CO intrusion.
Learn more →Waterproofing your flue opening against Marblehead's brutal coastal weather to prevent accelerated structural decay.
Learn more →Structural chimney restoration that stops water infiltration and preserves the integrity of Marblehead's historic brick work.
Learn more →Eliminating the clogged lint buildup that causes thousands of residential fires across Massachusetts every year.
Learn more →We hold ourselves to the highest standards so you can hire with total confidence.
Our technicians are trained to CSIA-aligned inspection standards and hold current Massachusetts safety certifications. We don't just sweep soot — we systematically evaluate every combustion pathway in your home for fire risk and carbon-monoxide migration potential, then document findings in plain language you can act on immediately.
Every inspection produces a written report that cites specific NFPA 211 and Massachusetts building code sections. You receive photographic evidence, a prioritized repair list, and transparent pricing. We never fabricate deficiencies or pressure you into unnecessary work — our business grows on referrals, not fear tactics.
Marblehead's salt air, coastal humidity, and severe freeze-thaw cycles attack masonry and liner materials faster than anywhere inland. We specify materials — polymer-modified crown coatings, marine-grade stainless liners, corrosion-resistant caps — matched to this specific coastal environment, so repairs last rather than failing after one winter.
We understand that chimney problems rarely surface at convenient times. Andrew & Sons offers fast scheduling with precise arrival windows, drop-cloth protection of your interior, and HEPA-filtered vacuum systems that leave no soot trace indoors. Most appointments are completed in under two hours with zero mess left behind.
Andrew & Sons Chimney was founded on the belief that homeowners in Marblehead and across Massachusetts's North Shore deserve chimney professionals who lead with safety education rather than service upsells. Our founders grew up watching older colonial homes in this area sustain preventable chimney fires and carbon-monoxide events — tragedies that rigorous annual inspections would have stopped. That formative experience shapes every client interaction today: we arrive as safety educators first and tradespeople second, giving you the information you need to make confident decisions about your home.
"Andrew & Sons inspected our 1887 chimney before we closed on our Harbor Avenue home. Their Level 2 video scan caught two cracked liner joints that no one else had flagged. The written report was detailed enough that our attorney used it to negotiate a repair credit. Honest, thorough, and clearly more interested in our safety than a quick sale."
"I smelled something smoky in January and was genuinely worried about carbon monoxide. Andrew & Sons fit me in the next morning, found a deteriorated mortar joint near the smoke chamber, and repaired it the same day. Their technician walked me through every photo and explained exactly how CO can migrate through that kind of gap. Outstanding professionalism."
"We'd been using a handyman for chimney cleanings for years. After switching to Andrew & Sons we realized we'd been operating with Stage 2 creosote buildup for probably two seasons. Their pre- and post-cleaning documentation was eye-opening. They also caught a bird nest in our cap that was restricting draft. Worth every penny for the peace of mind alone."
"Annual sweep completed quickly and cleanly — my living room was spotless when they finished, which was not my experience with the previous company. The technician also noticed my crown was beginning to crack and gave me a quote on the spot. I appreciated that he showed me the photos rather than just telling me about it."
"Andrew & Sons replaced a deteriorated terracotta liner in our 1920s colonial with a stainless flexible system. The installation was completed in one day, the written warranty is solid, and our fireplace draft has never been better. They explained every step of the process and left the worksite cleaner than they found it. Highly recommended for any older North Shore home."
"Called after a chimney fire — scary experience. Andrew & Sons came out the same day, performed a full Level 2 inspection, and gave me a clear, prioritized repair plan with code references. They never made me feel pressured, just informed. The repair work was completed on schedule and on budget. I now have them on annual contract."
Expert local advice for Marblehead homeowners.
Creosote buildup is the leading cause of chimney fires. Here's what every Marblehead homeowner needs to know to stay safe.
Read more →Wondering what a chimney sweep actually costs in Marblehead? Get honest local pricing, what's included, and how to avoid shady deals.
Read more →Everything Marblehead homeowners need to know about chimney sweeping — from fire prevention and carbon monoxide risk to costs, timing, and code compliance.
Read more →Call (857) 770-0503 or book online. We gather basic information about your chimney system, home age, and any current concerns. There's no charge and no obligation for this initial consultation. Marblehead homeowners typically reach a technician the same business day.
Our technician arrives in a marked vehicle within the agreed window, conducts a thorough visual and camera-assisted inspection, and documents all conditions photographically. You receive a real-time walkthrough of every finding before we begin any work — no surprises.
We present a detailed, itemized written estimate that references applicable code requirements and explains exactly why each recommended service protects your family. You choose what to proceed with. There is never pressure to approve work beyond what you're comfortable scheduling.
Our crew completes the approved work cleanly and efficiently, using professional-grade equipment. We leave your home spotless, provide completion documentation and warranty paperwork, and follow up to confirm your satisfaction and remind you when your next annual safety inspection is due.
Proudly serving Marblehead and these nearby communities.
CO poisoning often produces subtle symptoms — mild headaches, fatigue, slight nausea — that are easy to attribute to a winter cold. The real indicator is a proper Level 1 or Level 2 chimney inspection: cracked liner joints, blocked flue passages, and deteriorated smoke chambers are all documented CO migration pathways. Annual inspection plus a listed CO detector on every occupied floor is the correct two-layer defense.
Yes, with nuance. Massachusetts requires that any chimney actively serving a heating appliance meet current safety standards regardless of age. Historic chimneys are frequently grandfathered for appearance but not for function and safety. If you're using the fireplace or connecting a new insert or stove, a compliant liner and serviceable crown are required — and an inspection will tell you exactly where you stand.
Older colonial flues are often narrower and more irregular than modern chimneys, which slows flue-gas velocity and drops flue temperatures — both conditions that accelerate creosote condensation. Stage 3 creosote, a glazed tar-like coating, ignites at roughly 451°F and can sustain a flue fire exceeding 2,000°F. That's enough to crack a tile liner and transfer heat to adjacent framing within minutes.
Absolutely. Severe storms can deposit debris, dislodge caps, crack crowns already weakened by coastal freeze-thaw cycling, and introduce enough moisture to compromise mortar joints overnight. Before your first fire after any significant nor'easter, have a visual inspection performed. If your cap is missing or your crown shows new cracking, using the fireplace could draw debris or allow CO to back-draft into the home.
Annual inspection is always necessary — sweeping frequency depends on usage and fuel. Even with minimal fires, animal nesting, moisture intrusion, mortar deterioration, and crown cracking all progress year-round regardless of how many logs you burn. Light users often defer inspection assuming low usage equals low risk; in practice, a bird-nested or moisture-compromised flue can be dangerous on the very first fire of the season.
In most Massachusetts municipalities, including those on the North Shore, a building permit is required for chimney liner replacement. Andrew & Sons handles permit coordination as part of the liner installation process, confirms requirements with your local building department, and provides the installation documentation your inspector needs. Starting liner work without a permit can create complications when you sell your home.
Yes — shared wall construction means a dryer vent fire or a duct routed too close to a framing cavity puts multiple units at risk, not just your own. In multi-unit buildings, code often requires metal ducting throughout, and total duct length limits are strictly enforced. Andrew & Sons inspects the full duct run, identifies non-compliant materials, and documents everything, which is particularly valuable for landlords managing liability exposure.
For a standard two-story home with an average flue height of 25–35 feet, a UL-listed stainless-steel flexible liner system typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,500 installed, depending on diameter, insulation wrap, and connection hardware. Cast-in-place poured liner systems run higher. Andrew & Sons provides a detailed written estimate before any commitment, and pricing is confirmed — never adjusted upward after the job begins.
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