David Brothers Chimney provides chimney sweep services in Beverly, including chimney sweep & cleaning, chimney inspection (levels 1, 2 & 3), flue liner repair & replacement, and more. Every job is handled by licensed, insured technicians with upfront written pricing, and backed by a workmanship guarantee — free estimates for all of Beverly and nearby areas.
Beverly's older chimneys accumulate creosote differently than newer, insulated systems — lower flue temperatures and oversized fireboxes common in pre-1970s construction mean heavier deposits form faster. Our chimney sweep service uses HEPA-filtered vacuums, rotary brushes sized to your specific flue dimensions, and a careful inspection at every level of the system. We don't just clean the visible firebox and call it done. We work from the smoke chamber down through the flue, checking tile condition and mortar integrity as we go. After cleaning, you receive a written summary of what we found, including any developing issues that should be addressed before the next heating season. Pricing is straightforward with no hidden charges.
Request this service →Not every chimney inspection is the same scope, and older Beverly homes frequently need more than a flashlight and a quick look. Level 1 inspections cover accessible portions of a properly maintained system. Level 2 inspections — required when buying or selling a home, after a chimney fire, or when any change has been made to the system — use camera equipment to examine interior flue surfaces that no flashlight can reach. Level 3 inspections are reserved for suspected structural damage and may involve opening wall or ceiling sections. We document every inspection with photos and written findings, provide honest repair recommendations, and never upsell work that isn't genuinely needed. Our reports are accepted by most area real estate attorneys and home inspectors.
Request this service →The clay tile liners inside most Beverly chimneys built before 1980 have a finite service life. Freeze-thaw cycling through harsh Massachusetts winters, combined with the acidic byproducts of combustion, erodes mortar joints and eventually cracks the tile sections themselves. A compromised liner is not a cosmetic issue — it's a fire and carbon monoxide hazard. We offer stainless steel flexible liner installation, cast-in-place poured liner systems for irregular flue shapes common in older masonry, and full tile section replacement where partial repairs are appropriate. We size liners correctly to your specific appliance, a detail many contractors overlook. Every liner installation includes a written warranty and a final camera inspection confirming full integrity before we leave the job site.
Request this service →Mortar erodes. Bricks spall. Crowns crack and let water channel directly into your chimney system. In Beverly's coastal climate, salt air and freeze-thaw cycles accelerate the process considerably compared to inland communities. Our masonry repair work begins with a careful assessment of existing mortar composition — older chimneys often used lime-based mortars that should be matched with compatible materials rather than replaced with modern Portland cement mixes, which can actually damage historic brick. Tuckpointing is done by hand, joint by joint, with attention to profile and weather-resistance. We also repair and replace damaged chimney crowns, rebuild deteriorated chimney caps, and repoint step flashing where water infiltration has begun. All masonry work is matched to the existing structure as closely as possible.
Request this service →An open flue is an open invitation — for rain, snow, nesting birds, and squirrels looking for winter shelter. In older Beverly homes, the original damper is often a simple throat damper that seals poorly, if at all, and provides no protection at the chimney crown. We supply and install stainless steel and copper chimney caps sized precisely to your flue dimensions, multi-flue covers for shared chimney chases, and top-sealing dampers that replace a failed throat damper with a gasketed lid at the crown level. Top-sealing dampers provide significantly better energy efficiency in drafty older homes. We also assess chimney height relative to roofline obstructions and recommend extensions where draft problems stem from structural geometry rather than a dirty flue.
Request this service →Older Beverly homes often have dryer vents that run longer, turn more corners, or terminate in locations that don't meet current standards — inside soffits, through crawl spaces, or via flexible foil duct that crushes and traps lint aggressively. Blocked dryer vents are a leading cause of residential fires and are frequently overlooked until an appliance begins running inefficiently or clothes stop drying in a single cycle. We clean dryer vents from both the interior and exterior termination points using rotary brush systems, clear obstructions including bird nests common at exterior caps, and verify that airflow meets manufacturer specifications. We also inspect duct material and can recommend corrections where flexible foil should be replaced with rigid metal. Service is fast and causes no mess inside your laundry room.
Request this service →Fast response, upfront pricing, and workmanship guaranteed. Get your free estimate today.