The short answer
Yes, EverSafe Chimney Sweep serves East Williamsburg (11206 and 11211) from our Fort Greene office, about 3 miles away. We handle chimney sweeping, inspections, repairs, liners, caps, waterproofing and rebuilding, plus dryer vent and air duct cleaning. Book an inspection once a year, ideally before the heating season starts.
EverSafe Chimney Sweep serves East Williamsburg in ZIP codes 11206 and 11211, about 3 miles from our office in Fort Greene. We clean, inspect and repair chimneys, fireplaces, dryer vents and air ducts in the neighborhood's rowhouses, walk-up apartment buildings, pre-war buildings and converted multifamily homes. Our certified technicians focus on two things: keeping each flue venting safely and keeping water out of the masonry.
What We Work On in East Williamsburg
Housing here ranges from older brick rowhouses and walk-ups to pre-war apartment buildings and a few detached homes. Many of these buildings have masonry chimneys that have vented boilers, water heaters or fireplaces for a long time. Some flues have been relined. Others still rely on original clay tile or bare brick. Before we recommend anything, we look at what is actually connected to your chimney and what condition it is in.
Our services in East Williamsburg include:
- Chimney sweep and chimney inspection
- Chimney repair and chimney rebuilding
- Chimney liner installation
- Chimney cap and chase cover installation
- Chimney waterproofing
- Fireplace and damper repair
- Dryer vent cleaning
- Air duct cleaning
Yearly Inspections and When to Go Deeper
The NFPA 211 standard calls for chimneys, fireplaces and vents to be inspected once a year. A Level 1 inspection is the right choice when nothing about your system has changed. A Level 2 inspection is called for when the system changes, such as a new appliance or a switch of fuel, and when the home is sold. Level 3 is reserved for cases where a hidden hazard can only be reached by opening part of the chimney or building.
New York City's heat season runs from October 1 through May 31. During that time, building owners must keep apartments heated to the city's minimum temperatures. For owners of rowhouses and small multifamily buildings, that means the boiler flue works hard for eight months. Scheduling an inspection in late summer or early fall gives you time to make repairs before the system has to run.
Oil-to-Gas Conversions and Chimney Liners
Many Brooklyn buildings have switched or are switching their boilers from oil to gas. When a New York City building makes that conversion, the chimney has to be evaluated as part of the work. A new liner is often needed because gas exhaust produces acidic condensate that can corrode a masonry flue.
We inspect the existing flue, check that it is sized for the new equipment, and install a liner when one is needed. If you are planning a conversion, bring us in early so the chimney work fits your boiler contractor's schedule.
Brooklyn Weather and Your Masonry
Winters here swing above and below freezing, often many times in a season. Water that soaks into brick and mortar freezes, expands and slowly pushes joints apart. Wind-driven rain from coastal storms and humid summers add to the moisture load. Over time, that shows up as spalling brick, crumbling crowns, loose flashing and stains on interior walls.
A properly fitted chimney cap or chase cover keeps rain, debris and animals out of the flue. Vapor-permeable waterproofing helps the masonry shed water while still letting it dry. When damage has gone too far for patching, we can rebuild the affected section of the chimney. We also repair fireplace dampers that no longer seal, which lets cold air and moisture in all winter.
Dryer Vents and Air Ducts
According to the U.S. Fire Administration, failure to clean is the leading factor contributing to clothes dryer fires in homes. In apartments and rowhouses, dryer vents often run long distances or through tight spaces, and lint builds up faster than people expect. Clothes taking longer to dry and a hot laundry room are common signs of a clogged vent.
For air ducts, we follow the U.S. EPA's guidance. Cleaning makes sense when there is substantial visible mold growth, vermin, or excessive dust and debris. The EPA notes that duct cleaning has not been shown to prevent health problems. It also advises caution with chemical treatments and with very cheap advertised offers. We will tell you plainly whether your ducts need cleaning.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Along with East Williamsburg, we work in South Williamsburg, Clinton Hill, Fort Greene, Downtown Brooklyn and DUMBO. Because our office is in Fort Greene, East Williamsburg is a short trip for our crews.
ZIP codes we serve
- 11206
- 11211