Eds Brothers Chimney provides chimney sweep services in Prospect, including chimney sweeping & cleaning, level i, ii & iii chimney inspections, chimney liner installation & repair, 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 Prospect and nearby areas.
Our chimney sweeping service goes well beyond a cursory brush-down. We begin with full drop-cloth and HEPA-vacuum protection so not a single ash or soot particle escapes into your Prospect living space. Using professional-grade rotary brushes matched to your specific flue liner size, our craftsmen methodically work from crown to firebox, dislodging compacted creosote, soot glazing, bird debris, and seasonal blockages. Every stage of the sweep is inspected as we go. When we're finished, we complete a detailed post-sweep inspection so you know exactly what was found and what, if anything, needs attention. We leave no mess — guaranteed. Your fireplace and home will look just as clean as when we arrived, if not cleaner.
Request this service →Not every chimney inspection delivers the same depth or honesty. At Ed's Brothers, we follow NFPA 211 standards to the letter. A Level I inspection covers accessible portions of the exterior and interior — ideal for routinely maintained systems. A Level II inspection, recommended after any significant weather event or when buying or selling a Prospect home, includes video camera scanning of the full flue length to reveal hidden cracks, deteriorated liner sections, or mortar failure invisible to the naked eye. A Level III inspection addresses severe structural concerns. Every report we produce is written, detailed, and photograph-supported, so you have documentation for insurance purposes, real-estate transactions, or your own peace of mind. There's no upselling — only honest findings.
Request this service →A compromised chimney liner is one of the most serious — and commonly overlooked — hazards in Connecticut homes. Cracks, gaps, or a completely absent liner allow combustion gases including carbon monoxide to migrate into living areas, and superheated flue gases to contact combustible framing. Ed's Brothers installs premium stainless-steel flexible and rigid liners, as well as cast-in-place liner systems, sized precisely for your appliance's BTU output and your chimney's dimensions. We pull necessary permits, complete installation with exacting attention to sealing and termination caps, and provide a written warranty on our liner work. For Prospect homes with older terra-cotta tile liners showing spalling or offset sections, we offer targeted tile repair and full relining — whatever the condition calls for.
Request this service →Connecticut's freeze-thaw cycle is relentless, and Prospect's elevation means your chimney crown and cap absorb a serious beating every winter. A cracked or porous crown allows meltwater to seep directly into the masonry, accelerating spalling, mortar erosion, and interior water damage that can cost thousands to remediate. Ed's Brothers rebuilds chimney crowns using properly mixed, overhanging mortar formulations engineered for durability — not the flat, thin patchwork that fails within a season or two. We also fabricate and install correctly sized stainless-steel chimney caps that keep rain, sleet, and wildlife out of your flue year-round. Every crown repair is sealed with a professional-grade elastomeric waterproofing agent for added longevity. We stand behind the work with a written guarantee.
Request this service →Mortar joints don't fail overnight, but by the time you notice crumbling or gaps, water has likely been infiltrating your chimney stack for more than one season. Ed's Brothers' masonry craftsmen hand-rake deteriorated joints to a consistent depth, then pack and tool fresh mortar blended to match the surrounding work in color and composition. For Prospect homes with older brick, we take extra care to match historic mortar hardness — using a mix that's softer than the brick itself so it sacrifices before the brick does, the way traditional tuckpointing was always meant to work. Spalled bricks are replaced individually or in sections. Structural chimney rebuilds, from the roofline up, are also available. All masonry work is inspected for cure quality before we close out the job.
Request this service →Dryer vent fires are among the most preventable household emergencies, and lint accumulation in long or kinked vent runs is far more common in Prospect homes than most homeowners realize. Ed's Brothers applies the same meticulous approach we bring to chimney work: full vent-line inspection from dryer connection to exterior termination cap, rotary brush cleaning through every foot of duct, removal of any crushed or improperly configured flex sections, and confirmation of proper exterior flap function. We also check for bird nests or pest debris at the termination — a surprisingly frequent finding. After cleaning, we run the dryer to verify airflow and measure exhaust temperature. If we identify a duct-routing issue that creates a fire risk, we'll document it in writing and explain your options honestly.
Request this service →Fast response, upfront pricing, and workmanship guaranteed. Get your free estimate today.