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 Lake Magdalene, FL
Kindling Chimney Sweep is the home for chimney cleaning, inspection, and fireplace repair across Lake Magdalene, FL. Lake Magdalene’s mix of 1960s – 80s ranch and split-level homes keeps our work specific: original masonry fireplaces, aging brick chimneys without caps, and creosote building up during the short winter burn season. Every visit starts with a written price before work begins, and our 365-Day Done Right Promise stands behind it. Call (850) 290-0897 and a live person answers, day or night.
Our Main Lake Magdalene Services
Most Lake Magdalene homeowners call us first about two things: getting the flue swept before the cold snaps arrive, and figuring out whether an older chimney is safe to use at all. The three services below each have their own Lake Magdalene page, where we explain the job, the local conditions, and the honest price range.
Chimney Sweep in Lake Magdalene
Chimney sweeping here is about more than soot. Homes built in the 1960s and 1970s have original masonry flues that collect creosote fast when unseasoned wood is burned, and humid Florida air accelerates corrosion inside the flue even when the fireplace sits idle for months. Our crew lays shoe covers and drop cloths before starting, sweeps the full flue and smoke shelf, and takes a photo of the clean-up when we’re done. Pet-safe products are used where there’s a choice. Read the full breakdown on our Chimney Sweep in Lake Magdalene page.
Chimney Inspection in Lake Magdalene
Lake Magdalene’s mature oak canopy means fall leaves, acorns, and squirrel nests end up inside uncapped chimneys. Add rusted damper assemblies from humidity, and an annual inspection becomes the smartest money spent on a fireplace. We inspect with cameras where needed, document every finding with photos, and give you a written price for any repair before we recommend it. Nothing is upsold without evidence you can see with your own eyes. Our Chimney Inspection in Lake Magdalene page explains the process in detail.
Fireplace Repair in Lake Magdalene
Original fireplaces in Lake Magdalene often show three things: spalling brick from years of water intrusion, cracked fireboxes, and dampers that won’t seal because humidity has rusted them. We repair these with professional-grade materials, not patches. If repair means liner work, we use brands built for the job and show you exactly why it’s needed before any work starts. The full scope, including what can safely wait, is on our Fireplace Repair in Lake Magdalene 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.
Styles & brands we work with
Why Lake Magdalene Homes Are Different
Lake Magdalene’s housing stock sits mostly in that 1960s to 1980s window, which means a lot of single-family ranches and split-levels with original masonry or factory-built fireplaces. Those older brick chimneys often lack a proper cap, and without a cap, Florida’s summer thunderstorms put water straight into the flue. That water accelerates masonry deterioration, and combined with the high humidity, it’s why we regularly see rusted dampers and spalled brick in this area.
Fireplace use here isn’t year-round. It comes in bursts during occasional cold snaps, which changes the soot pattern. A chimney that sat unused through a humid summer will often have hardened creosote in the flue and organic debris from the tree canopy, oak leaves and squirrel nesting, blocking the smoke path. Lake Magdalene’s mature oaks are beautiful, but they put a real strain on uncapped chimneys. The practical result is that annual inspection before the brief heating season catches problems while they’re still cheap to fix.
Brands We Service in Lake Magdalene
When repair is needed, we install and service professional-grade chimney parts from brands like Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Copperfield. We carry common components in stock for faster turnaround in Lake Magdalene, so most fireplace repairs don’t sit waiting on a parts order. See more on our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Lake Magdalene |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Level 1 inspection | $120 – $240 |
| Level 2 inspection (camera) | $300 – $550 |
| Chimney cap installation | $220 – $420 |
| Damper repair | $160 – $390 |
| Fireplace masonry spot repair | $250 – $700 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $800 |
| Flue liner resurfacing | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| Full flue liner replacement | $2,500 – $6,500 |
| Firebox repair or rebuild | $600 – $2,800 |
What pushes cost up in Lake Magdalene is usually the age of the chimney. An original 1970s flue without a cap has often absorbed years of water, and the repair scope grows once the camera shows the full picture. That’s why our written price comes before any work begins, no pressure at the door, and no recommendation without photo evidence you can see.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lake Magdalene
We work throughout Lake Magdalene, from the subdivisions off North Boulevard to the homes near Lake Magdalene itself. Most calls we schedule within a day or two, with some flex during the pre-season rush in fall.
- Original Carrollwood
- Northdale
- Lake Magdalene Estates
- Pebble Creek
- Country Place
Service Area – Cities Near Lake Magdalene
While this page covers Lake Magdalene, our crews also serve families just outside the area. We regularly work with homeowners in Tampa, FL, St. Petersburg, FL, Tarpon Springs, FL, and Town ‘n’ Country, FL. If you’re unsure whether you’re in our service area, call (850) 290-0897 and ask.
Serving Lake Magdalene, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lake Magdalene 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 Lake Magdalene
We usually schedule Lake Magdalene sweeps within one to three days. Fall is the busiest season because that’s when families prepare for the first cold snap. If you call before October, you’ll have the most flexibility on days and times. Call (850) 290-0897 and a live person will check the calendar with you.
Most standard sweeps and inspections need no permit. Structural repairs, like a full flue liner replacement or firebox rebuild, sometimes require permitting depending on the scope and the Hillsborough County building department’s current requirements. We’ll tell you honestly if your job needs one before we start.
We cover all of Lake Magdalene, including homes off Lake Magdalene Boulevard, North Boulevard, and the surrounding subdivisions. Scheduling is coordinated from our South Florida office, and crews serve Lake Magdalene locally. A live person answers 24/7, so call anytime to confirm your address is covered.
Have a fireplace that hasn’t been checked in years, or a chimney cap that’s falling apart? Call (850) 290-0897 for a free estimate. We’ll send a background-checked, uniformed technician who puts down shoe covers and drop cloths, gives you a written price before any work starts, and photographs the clean-up when the job is done. That’s the Cedarwell Care Promise, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise backs every visit.
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 Lake Magdalene Customers Say
"Careful and clean from start to finish. He wore booties inside and taped off the hearth. Explained what was safe to burn and what wasn't, calm and no pressure."
- Marcus Halvorsen"Clean, calm, and thorough. He laid cloths from the front door to the fireplace so nothing got tracked in. Showed me before and after and explained the small repair he'd recommend, no pressure."
- Devin Marsh"Booked the annual sweep. No mess at all, he vacuumed the hearth and even wiped down the mantel. Quiet worker, respectful of the house. Fire draws beautifully now."
- Hank Delgado