Greetings from Joe Albano
Owner of Northeast Chimney Sweeps
“It’s an honor, a privilege and a pleasure to serve you! Before you reach out, I’d like to give you an idea of what to expect from us.”
Our Way of Doing Business
In a trade that has been long associated with aggressive salesmanship, we have sought to distinguish ourselves by understanding that people respond better to honesty and fairness. You deserve to be treated as I would expect in my own home: with respect, care, and friendliness.
No Pressure
We never push or pressure anyone. Our job is to assess, advise, and then execute when asked.
Professionalism
Characterized by neatness, attention to detail, code compliance, and first-time competence.
You Are The Boss
You are the boss and we report to you. We focus on your needs and safety above all else.
Trusted Since 1978
Serving Woburn and surrounding towns for decades with zero paid advertising.
To Set You At Ease
- Smooth Appointments: Every visit is predictable and professional.
- No Upselling: We perform the service you ordered and never press for more.
- Clear Proposals: Written clearly with a full description of expectations.
- Exact Pricing: Quotes are exact to the dollar, with no surprises.
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- Is looking for the cheapest price.
- Does not have a commitment to best safety practices.
- Is unable to wait just a bit for an open appointment slot.
- Does not respect the expectation of payment due upon job completion.
- Forgets that a booked appointment equals our investment in you.
Our way of doing business has created incredible demand! We do our best to reply within a day or two (excluding weekends/holidays). If you can wait a little longer to work with us, we’d be honored.
Schedule of Services & Pricing
Cleaning Services
Please note that FirePlace and Furnace flues are separate in every chimney. They do not join or merge at any point within the chimney. They are separate cleaning service items. Each cleaning is done slowly and carefully, with no dust or mess.
Fireplace Flue Cleaning
Includes fireplace, smoke chamber, damper, and flue.
Every 2-3 years
$315
Oil Burner Flue Cleaning
Boiler / furnace pipe and flue cleaning.
Every 4-5 years
$315
Gas Burner Flue Cleaning
Boiler and furnace pipe and flue cleaning.
Every 8-10 years
$315
WoodStove Flue Cleaning
Pipe and flue cleaning for wood-burning stoves.
Every 1-2 years
$315
Fireplace Ash Pit Cleanout
$400 base cost + $40 per 1/2 contractor bag of ash. Includes disposal. Flue cleaning is separate.
March 15 – June 30 only
$400
* Multi-Cleaning discounts: $315 for the first and $30 off second and subsequent flues done at the same appointment.
Inspection Services (Fee-based)
• Detailed report with recommendations and pricing will follow via email according to the schedules below.
• Inspection performed inside, outside, from rooftop to cellar/fireplace(s).
• Inside access is required. Payment due at time of inspection.
Real Estate Sale Inspection
Email report within 48 hours
$450
Comprehensive Inspection / Consultation
Email report and proposed work within 7-10 business days
$400
Town Inspector Inspection
To satisfy town inspector for new heating appliance (e.g., water-heater or boiler)*
$150
Drive-by Inspection Services (no-fee)
• Provided on a non-appointment, no-fee basis.
• Your permission to stop by (during normal daytime hours, without appointment – between appts) required.
• Outside access only. Recommendations and exact prices sent via email (up to 6 weeks in high seasons).
Measure for Chimney Cap
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Masonry Repair (Exterior)
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Flue Liner Quote
Sometimes requires inside access or photo of boiler room
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Ready to Experience the Northeast Difference?
If our way of doing business resonates with you, we’d be honored to help with your chimney needs. Click below to fill out our service request form.