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Chimney Sweep in Montgomery, ILMontgomery, IL Chimney Sweep & Repair
Montgomery straddles both banks of the Fox River across two counties, and its chimneys are just as mixed — mill-era brick near the old Graystown core and factory-built flues across the 1990s and 2000s subdivisions. United Chimney Sweepers services every kind, seven days a week.
A river town built on both banks
Montgomery started as Graystown, founded by Daniel S. Gray and renamed at its 1858 incorporation for the New York county many settlers came from. Gray’s Mill still stands at the Mill Street Bridge, and the housing near it — and around Settler’s Cottage Museum and the Dickson-Murst Farm — reflects that older era of solid masonry construction. These chimneys reward a close look at the crown and liner, because a century or more of Fox River weather takes its toll. The heavy subdivision build-out from the 1990s onward brought a different picture: prefab metal fireboxes and metal flues that need their own kind of care.
What goes wrong, and how we catch it
Most chimney trouble starts with water or creosote. On older brick stacks near Montgomery Park and Krug Park, a failing crown or open mortar joint lets moisture in, and Illinois freeze-thaw cycles do the rest. On newer systems, it is more often a creosote layer building past safe limits or a chase cover that has started to rust through. Our detailed chimney inspection finds the real cause rather than guessing, and our chimney repair and masonry work puts deteriorated brickwork right. We work to the NFPA 211 standard on every job.
Services for Montgomery homes
We sweep flues, inspect top to bottom, rebuild and repoint masonry, fit caps and dampers, waterproof porous brick, service gas fireplaces, and clean dryer vents. A properly fitted cap and damper is one of the cheapest ways to keep rain, leaves, and squirrels out of a Montgomery chimney — the river draws plenty of wildlife. United Chimney Sweepers is family-owned by brothers Michael and Mark Lloyd, born and raised in the Fox Valley, with 30-plus years combined in the trade. We were voted Best Company in Illinois in 2021.
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Montgomery chimney questions, answered
Does living on the Fox River affect my chimney?
It can. Homes close to the river in Montgomery sit in more humid air, and moisture is the main thing that shortens a chimney’s life. Damp conditions speed up the freeze-thaw damage that cracks crowns and opens mortar joints, and they encourage rust on metal components and caps. The fix is usually simple: keep the crown sound, make sure the cap sheds water, and consider breathable waterproofing on porous older brick. We check all of that during a routine visit.
Should I get a cap to keep animals out?
Yes, especially near the river and the parks. An open flue is an invitation to squirrels, raccoons, and birds, and nests block the draft and create a fire hazard. A correctly sized cap with sound mesh keeps animals and rain out while letting smoke escape. If you already have a cap but hear scratching or see debris, it may be the wrong size or damaged. We can inspect it and fit the right one for your flue.
Can you inspect a chimney before I list my Montgomery home?
We can. A written inspection before a sale tells buyers exactly what condition the chimney and flue are in, which heads off surprises during closing. For the older homes near the Graystown core, it is especially useful, since masonry wear is common and worth documenting. We inspect the structure, liner, crown, and cap, then give you a clear report you can share. Buyers appreciate the transparency, and it often keeps a deal moving.
Do you clean dryer vents in Montgomery too?
We do. A clogged dryer vent is a common and underestimated fire risk, and it makes your dryer work harder and run longer. In newer Montgomery subdivisions, long or winding vent runs trap lint fast. We clear the full run and check the exterior flap so air moves freely again. It is easy to combine with a chimney visit, which saves you a separate appointment.
Are you local to Montgomery?
We are based in Yorkville, a few minutes down the Fox Valley, so Montgomery is very much home turf. Michael and Mark Lloyd were born and raised in this area and have worked these chimneys for years. Being local means we know the housing stock here — the mill-era brick and the modern subdivisions alike — and we can usually get to you quickly, seven days a week.
Get your Montgomery chimney on the schedule
Call United Chimney Sweepers any day of the week. We will talk through what your chimney needs and set a time that works for you.
Call (630) 604-3104Bonded & insured • We work to the NFPA 211 standard