Family-Owned. Professionally Trained. Genuinely Friendly.
We started The Chimney Sweeper to bring honest, code-compliant chimney care to Greater Cleveland homeowners — and a little bit of friendliness never hurts.
Built on Trust (and a Good Attitude)
The Chimney Sweeper was founded in 2013 by a Cleveland family who kept hearing the same complaints from neighbors: rushed inspections, vague estimates, and crews who treated a century-old Tremont chimney the same way they'd treat a brand-new one out in Strongsville. We set out to do it differently — certified technicians who actually know the difference between old Cleveland brick and a modern prefab chase, clear pricing, and a genuinely friendly experience from the first phone call.
Today we’re still locally owned and operated, servicing thousands of homes every year across Cleveland’s older streetcar suburbs and the newer subdivisions of Strongsville, Westlake, and North Olmsted alike — and yes, we really are this cheerful in person too.
What Guides Every Job We Do
Safety First
Every job follows NFPA 211 standards — no shortcuts, ever.
Honest Pricing
Written estimates before we start — no surprise charges on your invoice.
Real Craftsmanship
Masonry and repair work built to last, matched to your home’s existing materials — whether that’s century-old Cleveland brick or a modern chase cover.
A Genuine Smile
We’re your neighbors — locally owned, friendly, and easy to work with.
Certifications You Can Verify
We hold ourselves to the same standards national inspectors and insurers expect.
Professionally Trained Sweep
Certified through the Chimney Safety Institute of America.
Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed and bonded to work in the state of Ohio.
BBB Accredited
A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau of Greater Cleveland.
Family-Owned
Locally owned and operated in Cleveland since 2013.
The Friendly Faces Behind Every Sweep
Mike Kowalski
Founder & Master Chimney SweepMike learned the trade working sweeps across Northeast Ohio before founding The Chimney Sweeper in 2013 with one van and a passion for doing it right — he still answers the phone himself most mornings.
Angela Novak
Senior Chimney TechnicianProfessionally trained since 2017, Angela leads our camera-first inspections and has scoped over 4,000 flues across Greater Cleveland.
Ray Petrosky
Masonry & Repair SpecialistThirteen years in the masonry trade — Ray handles crowns, tuckpointing, and full rebuilds, with a soft spot for restoring Cleveland’s older brick chimneys the right way.
Want to Work With a Team You Can Trust?
Call today or request a free estimate — we’re happy to answer any questions first.