All of our technicians will be wearing masks and gloves for every visit. Click on the picture of a full list of precautions!
Jack Pixley Sweeps – “The Name You Can Trust” For Minneapolis’ Chimney & Masonry Needs
Since our inception in 1977, Jack Pixley Sweeps, Inc. has been providing quality, trustworthy chimney and masonry services to Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and beyond. We are located in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, and work hard to keep our neighbors’ homes safe, warm, and efficient.
At Jack Pixley Sweeps we know that education paired with experience is the key to quality, which is why we invest in the education of every one of our employees. All of our technicians are CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) certified and take 48 CEU’s every three years. We also have biannual safety trainings and keep up on all of the latest technology, techniques and safety codes through our affiliation with the NCSG (National Chimney Sweep Guild), the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America), the Brick Industry Association and the Builder’s Association of Minnesota. With Jack Pixley Sweeps on the job, you can be confident that you’re working with some of the most knowledgeable sweeps in the industry.
Our Services
- Chimney Sweeping
- Chimney Camera Inspections
- Fixing Leaky Chimneys
- Rain Cover, Top Mount Damper, and Flashing Installation
- Masonry Water Repellent Application
- Animal Prevention
- Dryer Vent Cleaning
- Draft Diagnostics
- Chimney Relining
- Crown Repair & Crown Coat Application
- Fireplace Front Redos
- Firebox Rebuilds
- Ahrens- Fire Fireplace System
- Scaffold Setup
- Chimney Rebuilds
- Regency Gas & Wood Insert Installation
- Gas & Wood Insert Service
For 44 years, we’ve been providing comprehensive chimney and masonry care to the greater Minneapolis area – and with over 100,000 satisfied customers, we’re confident that we’ll exceed your expectations. Whether you need to schedule your annual sweep and inspection or you’ve got a serious structural hazard on your hands, Jack Pixley Sweeps can help! We specialize in all things chimney and have the tools, techniques and expertise you’ve been looking for!
What To Expect From Your Jack Pixley Sweeps Technician
When having your chimney and fireplace swept and/or inspected, you can expect the highest level of service. At Jack Pixley Sweeps, we’re passionate about what we do and take pleasure in helping our neighbors. Our technicians will always greet you with a smile and discuss your goals and problems before beginning any work. We’ll also explain how our cleaning system works and how we prevent dust from spreading to your home, and answer any questions you may have before we begin. Once we’ve consulted with you and explained the process, we’ll put down protective sheets in the 5 foot area surrounding your chimney and fireplace. At this point, we’ll do a basic inspection of the firebox, damper and smoke shelf, before bringing in the rest of the tools needed for the process. If we are able to (safely), we’ll inspect the part of your chimney that exits through the roof. Once on the roof, we’ll evaluate the condition of your chimney’s flue, brick, mortar joints and flashing. We may also attach a top vacuum to assist in dust prevention. If we notice that you need any minor repairs (such as a new chimney screen or chimney cap), we’ll offer to take care of these issues on the spot (unless you need to special order a specific part). Once the flue liner, smoke chamber and smoke shelf have been meticulously cleaned, our technicians will ask that you be present for the remaining part of the process.
At this point, we will perform a Chim-Scan inspection (using a Chim-Scan chimney camera), which will allow us to get a detailed look at the interior of your chimney. We ask that you be present so that we can explain to you what we see, as we see it, and discuss the condition and recommended repairs with you. The Chim-Scan camera allows us to take pictures of any problem areas (i.e. cracks, voids, improper construction) so that you have solid proof of your chimney’s condition and needs. These pictures will be sent to you (typically within a week of your appointment), in addition to a proposal, so that you have all of the information you need to make an informed decision regarding repairs and future fireplace and chimney use. We know that the options can sometimes be overwhelming, but we’re here to answer any questions you may have. You can count on us to be honest and forthright about your chimney’s safety and condition – we will never pressure you to make unnecessary repairs.
Our Service Area
Jack Pixley Sweeps, Inc. is located in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, and provides services to the greater Twin City area. We travel as far east as Bayport, as far west as Chaska and Minnestrista, as far north as Cambridge, and as far south as Apple Valley. For a complete list of cities, towns, and zip codes within our service area, click here!
Call Us Today!
We hope you find our website to be a helpful resource! If you have any questions, or if you’d like to schedule an appointment with one of our knowledgeable technicians, please call us at 763-422-0481 or click here!
At Jack Pixley Sweeps, we know a great deal about all the chimney and vent services you are likely to need. We invite you to give us the opportunity to provide you with our very best service.