Top Hatter was formed in 1978, which gives us the distinction of being the oldest chimney sweep business in Chester County, PA, and Montgomery County, PA. We helped homeowners keep their fireplaces, stoves, and heater chimneys clean, safe, and protected in Pottstown and surrounding communities in the Schuylkill River Valley area. That is a lot of traveling up and down Route 100, Route 422, and Route 23 to service our neighbors in Pottstown and the surrounding towns of Phoenixville, Collegeville, Elverson, Boyertown, Chester Springs, and more. This area has a mix of older homes with terra cotta chimney liners that are starting to show their age, along with many newer homes with metal fireplace chimneys. We have the tools to handle whatever kind of chimney you have.
Top Hatter Chimney Sweep — your trusted partner for a safer, cleaner home. With experienced technicians, thorough inspections, and professional cleaning, to keep chimneys, fireplaces, and vents operating efficiently and safely.
Services include professional chimney sweeping, safety inspections, video inspections, stainless steel chimney caps, and chimney top dampers.
Chimney Sweep And Inspection Specialists
Chimney Inspections
We are a fully insured, certified chimney inspection and chimney sweep service that uses state-of-the-art equipment to thoroughly inspect and sweep your chimney. We are sweep specialists and do not handle masonry repairs, chimney liners, or a "dozen other services". This means you can count on an honest, unbiased opinion if we find safety, maintenance, or performance issues with your fireplace or stove chimney, with no upselling.
We perform chimney inspections using the National Fire Protection Association's NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances, and the International Residential Code.
We use video camera scanning to thoroughly inspect the flue interior and better see inside the chimney.
Chimney Cleaning
Regular chimney cleaning and inspections can help identify potential hazards before they become expensive or dangerous problems. Keeping your chimney properly maintained reduces the risk of dangerous chimney fires and improves draft efficiency for better heating performance. A thorough cleaning includes not only sweeping the soot and creosote but also inspecting the flue for cracks, gaps, holes, obstructions, or any other safety concerns. We might find evidence of a chimney fire, in which case the chimney should have a more thorough inspection by video scanning to ascertain if there is any damage. Dealing with soot in the house demands special care and equipment. Our “Soot Sweeper” vacuum takes care of the dust for dust-free cleaning.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends chimneys should be inspected once a year. Heavy wood burning could require a cleaning mid-season.
Video Chimney Scanning
Essential Products
Stainless steel chimney caps protect against the weather and invading animals that can cause mortar and flue liner damage or flue blockage, resulting in carbon monoxide or smoke entering the house.
Chimney top dampers replace missing or broken dampers to save energy by preventing heat or air conditioning from escaping. A loose-fitting or open damper is like leaving a window open.
We have the ability to scan the interior of your chimney with the latest in video technology to thoroughly inspect for hidden defects,
Coz fires start with a clean chimney
Why Choose Top Hatter?
Certified and insured
Honest, upfront pricing
Local and reliable service
Experienced professional
Your safety is our priority
Helping homeowners for generations
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