🔥 Trusted Chimney & Fireplace Experts
Olde World Craftsmanship,
Modern Expertise
Serving Pinellas, Hillsborough & Pasco Counties with professional chimney sweeping, safety inspections, and fireplace services your family can trust.
Why Choose Us
The Ye Olde World Difference
Thorough Cleaning
We clean every corner of your chimney system using professional-grade tools and time-tested techniques that leave your fireplace spotless and safe.
Comprehensive Inspections
Our chimney safety inspections meet the highest industry standards — giving you complete peace of mind before you light that first fire of the season.
Full-Service Repairs
From damper installations to custom chimney caps and rain leak repairs, we handle everything so your chimney stays protected year-round.
Animal Removal
Birds, squirrels, and other critters sometimes find chimneys inviting. We safely remove them and install preventive caps so it never happens again.
Ready to Schedule Your Service?
Don't wait until there's a problem — preventive chimney care keeps your home safe.
(727) 787-2622
"The Sweep You Can Trust"
Old world values and modern professionalism — the perfect combination for today's homeowner.
Our Story
Tradition Meets Modern Safety
Ye Olde World Chimney Sweep is a proudly local business dedicated to providing the finest fireplace cleaning, inspection, and repair services throughout the Tampa Bay area.
- Inclusive fireplace cleaning and inspection services tailored to your home
- Professional dryer vent cleaning to prevent fire hazards
- Complete fireplace accessory consultation and installation
- Honest answers to all your chimney questions — Ask the Sweep FAQ
- U.L. Listed parts and materials for quality you can count on
- Family-friendly service you can trust in your home
Our Values
What Drives Us Every Day
We hold ourselves to a higher standard — because your family's safety depends on it.
Integrity
We give you a straight assessment and a fair price. No upsells, no scare tactics — just honest advice.
Excellence
Every sweep, inspection, and repair is done to the highest standard — because that's the only standard we know.
Community
We're your neighbors. We care about the health and safety of every home in Pinellas, Hillsborough & Pasco.
Education
We believe informed homeowners make safer decisions. Ask us anything — we're always happy to teach.
What We Do
Our Full Range of Services
From routine sweeps to complex repairs, Ye Olde World Chimney Sweep handles every aspect of your chimney and fireplace system.
Fireplace Cleaning & Inspection
Since 1982, we've serviced over 20,000 fireplaces. Complete cleaning of the entire wood burning system, with minor repairs included at no extra cost.
Chimney Safety Inspections
Detailed top-to-bottom inspection of your entire chimney system. We check for cracks, blockages, structural issues, and carbon monoxide risks.
Chemical Cleaning
Heavy creosote deposits that regular sweeping can't handle are safely treated with professional-grade chemical cleaning agents and processes.
Dryer Vent Cleaning
Clogged dryer vents are a leading cause of house fires. Our professional cleaning restores airflow, improves efficiency, and eliminates fire risk.
U.L. Listed Fireplace Parts & Repairs
We source and install only U.L. Listed parts — the gold standard in fire safety — ensuring every repair meets or exceeds safety codes.
Damper Installations
A properly functioning damper controls airflow, prevents drafts, and keeps critters out. We install and repair all types of chimney dampers.
Animal & Bird Removal
We safely and humanely remove birds, squirrels, and other animals that have taken up residence in your chimney, then seal the entry point.
Rain Leak Repairs
Water infiltration is the #1 enemy of chimneys. We diagnose and repair flashing failures, crown cracks, mortar deterioration, and more.
Standard & Custom Chimney Caps
Chimney caps keep rain, animals, and debris out while preventing sparks from escaping. We offer standard and fully custom designs.
Chase Covers & Architectural Enclosures
Protect your prefabricated fireplace system with a properly fitted chase cover or full architectural enclosure — custom fabricated to your specifications.
Fireplace Accessories
Browse our selection of quality fireplace accessories — from tool sets and screens to grates, glass doors, and decorative pieces for every style of home.
Expert Answers
Ask the Sweep
Your chimney questions, answered by the Ye Olde World team. Because an informed homeowner is a safe homeowner.
Kevin Rogers
Master Chimney Sweep
Ye Olde World Chimney Sweep
Why should I get my fireplace cleaned?
Creosote is a by-product of wood combustion. It's composed of various pyroligneous acids and methol alcohol. These corrosive acids, combined with humid air, cause the rusting of interior fireplace parts. The corrosion can lead to openings in the flue liner or smoke chamber — allowing hot gases to enter the wall cavity and possibly cause a serious fire.
The methol alcohol portion of creosote can ignite from a very hot fire in the firebox, causing a dangerous chimney fire which can spread to the attic or roof. To prevent this, metal pre-fabricated fireplaces should be cleaned every two years and masonry fireplaces every three years.
How is a fireplace cleaned?
Most fireplaces are cleaned from the roof; others from the bottom up. We use either steel wire brushes or synthetic brushes depending on the fireplace construction. There is no easy way to do it — for a thorough cleaning job, creosote must be scraped away.
Will it make a mess of my house?
To keep your house clean, we place a large drop cloth in the work area in front of the fireplace. We utilize a high-speed industrial vacuum capable of filtering dust particles down to 0.05 microns. A large hose is placed in the firebox during the cleaning process, which creates a negative pressure — forcing room air up the chimney and carrying soot particles up and away.
I've seen logs sold in stores that claim to remove creosote. Don't they work just as well?
Those logs contain an oxidizing agent that will break up creosote deposits in the flue liner and smoke chamber, but they won't dissolve them. The loosened deposits must still be removed by a thorough and complete fireplace cleaning performed by a professional.
What is the best type of wood to burn?
Creosote is found in all types of wood. It's commonly assumed that there is more wood tar and creosote in pine than in harder wood varieties, but this is not true. Creosote manifests itself in the form of condensation — the wetter the wood you burn, the more creosote is produced. You can burn almost any type of wood as long as it's dry and well seasoned.
Still have a question? We're happy to help.
Get in Touch
We're Ready to Help
Reach out by phone or email — we'll answer your questions, provide a free estimate, and schedule service at your convenience.
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Speak directly with our team. We're friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to answer any chimney question you have.
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Email Us TodayOur Service Area
We proudly serve homeowners across the greater Tampa Bay region, including all three of the following counties:
We're Available
Business Hours
- Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- SaturdayBy Appointment
- SundayClosed
Emergency services available — call us anytime and leave a message.
Our Services
Fireplace Cleaning & Inspection
Thorough, professional cleaning since 1982 — over 20,000 fireplaces serviced and counting.
Since 1982, we've serviced over 20,000 fireplaces from single family homes to multi-story commercial complexes. We carry more than one million dollars worth of liability coverage including completed operations.
What's Included in Every Cleaning
Every cleaning covers the complete wood burning system — nothing is skipped, nothing is extra. Here's exactly what we do:
- 🔥 Complete cleaning of the firebox
- 💨 Smoke chamber cleaning
- 🪨 Smoke shelf cleaning
- 🔭 Flue liner cleaning
- 🏠 Chimney cap cleaning and inspection
Included at No Additional Cost
- ✦ Minor firebox masonry repairs using heat set refractory cement
- ✦ Minor damper repairs and adjustments
System Inspection Checklist
Every inspection covers all 17 points of your system — checked and rated as Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory, or Not Applicable.
Over $1,000,000 in liability coverage including completed operations — protecting your home throughout every service call.
Please Call for Current Pricing
All prices include complete cleaning and inspection. Call us for multi-unit or commercial pricing.
Our Services
Professional Dryer Vent Cleaning
A clogged dryer vent is a hidden fire hazard. Our professional cleaning restores safety, airflow, and efficiency.
A clogged dryer vent is usually the culprit — and a serious fire hazard. Our professional cleaning restores full airflow, improves efficiency, and eliminates risk from end to end.
Dryer Vent Cleaning Includes
- 🌬️ Cleaning of the entire vent pipe from the dryer vent outlet to the roof termination — using a combination of brush and air power
- 🏠 Cleaning the roof termination point and installing a new non-clog, animal-proof screen
- 🔧 Cleaning the interior of the dryer — where applicable
Benefits of a Clean Dryer Vent
- ✦ Your clothes will dry faster, using less electricity — often 50% less!
- ✦ Periodic cleaning is recommended by all dryer manufacturers
- ✦ In 2010-2014, there were an average of 15,970 reported home structural fires involving dryers or dryer vents — leading to 13 deaths, 444 injuries, and $238 million in direct property damage (National Fire Protection Association)
- ✦ 92% of all laundry room fires start in the dryer or dryer vent (National Fire Protection Association)
We use professional-grade rotary brush systems and high-powered air tools to fully clear your vent from end to end — not just the accessible portion.
Please Call for Current Pricing
All prices include full vent cleaning from dryer outlet to roof termination, plus installation of a new animal-proof screen.
Our Services
Fireplace Accessories
Quality accessories to complement every fireplace — functional, beautiful, and built to last.
Olde World Chimney Sweep can repair most pre-fabricated fireplaces utilizing U.L. listed factory parts — ensuring every repair meets or exceeds safety codes.
🏠 Stainless Steel Chimney Cap — Masonry Fireplaces
What it is: 100% stainless steel chimney cap with spark arrestor for masonry fireplaces. Lifetime Warranty.
Why you need it:
- ✦ Keeps rain out of the chimney to prevent rusting of the steel damper and frame, avoiding expensive firebox repairs
- ✦ Keeps out animals and birds
- ✦ Attenuates sparks which could land on the roof
- ✦ Prevents wind-induced downdrafts
- 💰 Call for current pricing on Standard and Custom sizes.
🏗️ Stainless Steel Chimney Cap — Pre-Fabricated Fireplaces
What it is: 100% stainless steel chimney cap with spark arrestor for pre-fabricated fireplaces. Lifetime Warranty.
Why you need it:
- ✦ Keeps rain out of the chimney to prevent rusting of the damper, flue liner, and smokechamber
- ✦ Keeps out animals and birds
- ✦ Attenuates sparks which could land on the roof
- ✦ Prevents wind-induced downdrafts
- 💰 Call for current pricing on Standard and Custom sizes.
💨 Top-Mounted Damper with Remote Operator
What it is: Top-mounted cast aluminum and stainless steel damper with remote operator. Lifetime Warranty.
Why you need it:
- ✦ Replaces missing or rusted-out throat dampers
- ✦ Prevents heated or air-conditioned air from escaping out the chimney, saving energy
- ✦ Keeps rain out of the chimney, preventing expensive firebox repairs
- ✦ Keeps out animals and birds
- 💰 Call for current pricing.
🌧️ Chase Cover & Architectural Enclosure
What it is: Chase cover and architectural enclosure. Covers the hollow pipe chase used with pre-fabricated fireplaces.
Why you need it:
- ✦ Replaces rusted chase covers installed during initial home construction
- ✦ Keeps rain from entering the chase, preventing interior ceiling and fireplace damage
- ✦ Enclosure hides the chimney cap and helps prevent wind-induced downdrafts
- 💰 Custom fabrication only. Free estimates upon request.