Professional chimney sweep & dryer vent cleaning done right for Brooklyn and beyond.
Teakwood Chimney and Dryer Vent LLC provides chimney sweep & dryer vent cleaning services in Brooklyn, including chimney sweep & inspection, creosote removal & fireplace repair, dryer vent cleaning, and more. Every job is handled by licensed, insured technicians with upfront written pricing, and backed by a workmanship guarantee, with free estimates for all of Brooklyn and nearby areas.
Brooklyn’s old brick homes weren’t built for modern fireplaces, and neither were most chimneys. If you’ve got a wood stove, a gas insert, or even a pellet burner, creosote buildup is inevitable, and it’s the leading cause of chimney fires. Our crew uses brushes, rods, and vacuums to remove every trace of soot and tar, then inspects your flue for structural issues, animal nests, or water damage. Should you have your chimney swept before winter? Absolutely. But don’t wait until you see black smoke or a musty smell, those are late signs. We’ll give you a clear report on what’s wrong, what’s safe, and what needs fixing. No vague ‘it looks okay’ answers. Just facts, so you can decide if repairs are worth it.
Request this service →Creosote isn’t just dirt. It’s a sticky, flammable tar that builds up in your chimney like plaque in your arteries. If it’s glossy or hard (Stage 2 or 3), you’re one spark away from a disaster. We use specialized tools to scrape and vacuum it out, then inspect your chimney liner for damage. Should you replace your liner? Maybe. Is it worth risking a fire to find out? No. We’ll give you a no-BS assessment: what’s safe to keep using, what needs minor repairs, and what’s a total loss. And if you’ve got a gas fireplace, we’ll check for carbon monoxide leaks too, something most Brooklyn chimney sweeps skip.
Request this service →Lint fires start in dryer vents more often than you’d think. If your dryer takes forever to dry clothes, smells like burning, or leaves fabric damp, your vent’s probably clogged. We snake out the lint, check for rodent nests or debris, and ensure proper airflow. Should you clean your dryer vent every year? Yes, especially if you live in a Brooklyn apartment with shared vents or a house with multiple bedrooms. We’ll also inspect the vent pipe for cracks or rust, which can let heat escape into your walls. No guesswork. Just a clean vent that won’t turn your laundry day into a fire drill.
Request this service →That new wood stove you installed? It’s only as safe as its chimney. We don’t just sweep the flue, we check the stove’s gaskets, the draft, and the combustion chamber for soot buildup. Pellet stoves have their own quirks, like ash buildup in the burn pot or clogged exhaust pipes. Should you service your stove before winter? Yes, but not just because ‘it’s that time of year.’ We’ll tell you if your stove’s burning inefficiently, if the chimney’s drawing poorly, or if the seals need replacing. No upselling. Just the facts so you can keep your Brooklyn home warm without the risk.
Request this service →Gas fireplaces don’t need sweeping like wood stoves, but they do need inspections, especially if you’ve got an older Brooklyn brownstone with a direct-vent system. We’ll check for rust in the vent pipe, ensure the flue’s not cracked, and test for carbon monoxide leaks. Should you have your gas fireplace inspected every year? Yes, but also if you notice yellow flames (instead of blue), soot around the fireplace, or a strange smell. We’ll tell you if your vent’s clear, if the pilot light is working right, and whether your fireplace is actually safe to use. No ‘it looks fine’ lies.
Request this service →If your chimney liner’s cracked, corroded, or missing chunks, your home isn’t just at risk for a fire, it’s at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning. We use a borescope camera to inspect the liner from top to bottom, then tell you if it can be repaired or if you need a new one. Should you replace your liner? Only if it’s compromised. We’ll give you the straight facts: what’s safe to keep, what needs patching, and what’s a total loss. And if you’re in a pre-war Brooklyn home with a masonry chimney, we’ll check the mortar too, crumbling mortar means a weak chimney, and that’s not something you want to discover during a fire.
Request this service →Fast response, upfront pricing, and workmanship guaranteed. Get your free estimate today.