Family-Owned. Professionally Trained. Genuinely Friendly.
We started The Chimney Sweeper to bring honest, code-compliant chimney care to Middle Tennessee homeowners — and a little bit of friendliness never hurts.
Built on Trust (and a Good Attitude)
The Chimney Sweeper was founded in 2010 by a Nashville family who saw too many homeowners getting rushed inspections, vague estimates, and grumpy crews from out-of-town companies. We set out to do it differently: professionally trained technicians, clear pricing, and a genuinely friendly experience from the first phone call.
Today we’re still locally owned and operated, serving thousands of homes across Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, and the surrounding communities every year — 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.
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
Trained to industry and NFPA 211 standards.
Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed and bonded to work in the state of Tennessee.
BBB Accredited
A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau of Middle Tennessee.
Family-Owned
Locally owned and operated in Nashville since 2009.
The Friendly Faces Behind Every Sweep
Tom Whitfield
Founder & Master Chimney SweepTom learned the sweep trade in his uncle’s chimney business and founded The Chimney Sweeper in 2009 with one van and a passion for doing it right.
Jamie Ruiz
Senior Chimney TechnicianProfessionally trained since 2015, Jamie leads our camera-first inspections and has scoped over 3,000 flues across Middle Tennessee.
Derrick Palmer
Masonry & Repair SpecialistTwelve years in the masonry trade — Derrick handles crowns, tuckpointing, and full rebuilds with a perfectionist streak.