Why Homeowners Choose Eli's Chimney Services

Serving White Plains and the Greater Westchester area

When it comes to your chimney, you shouldn't settle for anything less than the best. At Eli's Chimney Services, we combine 18+ years of hands-on experience with a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction that simply can't be matched. We are fully Qualified, vetted, and Efficient giving you complete peace of mind from the moment we arrive at your door.

Our founder, Eli, started this company with a simple mission: provide honest, high-quality chimney care at fair prices. That mission still drives every inspection we perform, every flue we sweep, and every liner we install. We never upsell services you don't need. We never cut corners. We show up on time, treat your home with respect, and explain everything clearly before any work begins.

Whether you're a new homeowner scheduling your first annual inspection or dealing with a cracked firebox, smoke-back issues, or a blocked flue our professional technicians bring the tools, knowledge, and professionalism to get the job done right the first time. Serving over 30 communities in Westchester County, Eli's is the name your neighbors trust. Fresh savings - 10% OFF your first service this August 2026!

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CSIA professional Technicians

Every technician holds active Chimney Safety Institute of America certification the gold standard in chimney care.

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Transparent, Flat-Rate Pricing

No surprise charges. We quote upfront and stick to it always. You'll know the exact cost before work begins.

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Same-Week Scheduling

We respect your time. Most appointments are available within 3-5 business days, with emergency slots available.

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Fully Qualified & Efficient

Fully Qualified in New York State and Efficient for $2M+ liability protecting your home and family throughout every job.

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Video Camera Inspections

State-of-the-art camera technology lets us see every inch of your flue interior, identifying problems invisible to the naked eye.

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5★ Google Rating

Homeowners trust us year after year for all their chimney needs.

Our Professional Chimney Services

Complete chimney care from sweep to full restoration

Chimney Inspection

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Chimney Sweep & Deep Cleaning

Creosote buildup is the #1 cause of chimney fires in America and it's completely preventable. Our professional chimney sweep service removes all levels of creosote, soot, blockages, and debris from your flue using professional-grade rotary brushes and high-powered vacuums with HEPA filtration. We leave your home cleaner than we found it.

The National Fire Protection Association recommends an annual sweep for any chimney that sees regular use. Our technicians also inspect the firebox, damper, smoke chamber, and cap during every sweep giving you a complete picture of your chimney's health. Most sweeps are completed in under 90 minutes with zero mess and zero disruption to your day.

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Chimney Inspection

CSIA Level I, II & III

Video Camera Chimney Inspection

Not all chimney problems are visible to the naked eye. Our professional technicians perform CSIA Level I, II, and III inspections using state-of-the-art waterproof HD video camera systems that travel the entire length of your flue liner.

We look for cracks, spalling brick, mortar erosion, liner deterioration, obstructions, animal nesting, and signs of moisture intrusion. After your inspection, you receive a detailed written report with annotated photos so you fully understand the condition of your chimney and exactly what if anything needs attention. Perfect for annual maintenance, before buying a home, or after a chimney fire event.

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Full Masonry Repair

Chimney Repair & Masonry Restoration

New York winters are brutal on masonry. Freeze-thaw cycles crack mortar joints, spall bricks, and erode crowns year after year. Left unaddressed, small cracks become major structural failures and costly repairs.

Our skilled masons specialize in tuckpointing and repointing, brick replacement, firebox rebuilds, smoke chamber parging, crown repair and rebuild, waterproofing treatments, and full chimney rebuilds. We match your existing brick and mortar color perfectly, restoring both the structural integrity and curb appeal of your chimney. All masonry work carries a written workmanship warranty. Early repairs save thousands let us assess your chimney before minor damage becomes a major project.

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Stainless Steel & HeatShield

Chimney Liner Installation & Relining

Your chimney liner is the most critical safety component in your entire system it protects combustible house framing from the extreme heat of flue gases and prevents toxic carbon monoxide from seeping into your living spaces.

We install flexible stainless-steel liner systems for wood-burning fireplaces, gas appliances, and oil furnaces; rigid liner systems for straight flues; and apply HeatShield cerfractory resurfacing for cracked clay tile liners that don't require full replacement. All liners are sized precisely to your appliance's BTU output for maximum draft efficiency and safety. Our liner installations meet or exceed all New York State and local code requirements and include a manufacturer's warranty plus our own labor guarantee.

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Waterproofing & Protection

Chimney Cap, Crown & Waterproofing

Your chimney cap and crown are your first line of defense against rain, snow, animals, and debris. A cracked or missing crown allows hundreds of gallons of water into your chimney system annually, accelerating deterioration of every component from the liner to the firebox.

We install stainless-steel and copper chimney caps custom-fit to your flue, rebuild and resurface chimney crowns using our proprietary flexible sealant formula, and apply professional-grade ChimneySaver water repellent to seal your entire masonry structure against moisture penetration without trapping vapor inside. This trifecta of protection is the single best investment you can make in extending the life of your chimney system. Most waterproofing treatments last 10+ years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to what White Plains, NY homeowners ask most

How often should I have my chimney swept and inspected? White Plains, NY +

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 211) recommends that chimneys, fireplaces, and vents be inspected at least once per year and swept whenever there is a build-up. If you use your fireplace regularly (more than once a week during the heating season), annual sweeping is a minimum. Homes in White Plains and Westchester County tend to burn more wood during our cold winters, so many of our customers schedule a sweep every fall before the heating season begins. Even if you rarely use your fireplace, an annual inspection is critical to check for animal nesting, moisture intrusion, and structural deterioration that can happen even to unused chimneys.

What are the signs that my chimney liner needs to be replaced? White Plains, NY +

The most common warning signs that your chimney liner may need repair or replacement include: white staining (efflorescence) on the outside of your chimney, shaling small pieces of clay tile appearing in the firebox or on the smoke shelf, strong odors coming from your fireplace even when not in use, visible smoke entering your living space (smoke-back), or a recent chimney fire. Many liner problems are completely invisible without a professional video camera inspection, which is why we recommend annual inspections even if you aren't experiencing obvious symptoms. Clay tile liners in older Yonkers and White Plains homes especially those built before 1980 are particularly susceptible to deterioration and may be candidates for relining.

How long does a chimney sweep and inspection take? White Plains, NY +

A standard chimney sweep combined with a Level I inspection typically takes 60 to 90 minutes for a single fireplace and flue. If you have a wood stove, furnace flue, or multiple fireplaces, plan for additional time. Our technicians arrive with all equipment pre-staged and use high-efficiency HEPA vacuums connected directly at the firebox to contain all ash and soot meaning there's no mess left behind in your Scarsdale home. A video camera inspection adds approximately 30 minutes per flue. We'll give you a realistic time estimate when you call to schedule, and we always send a reminder with the technician's arrival window the day before.

Why is smoke coming back into my house when I use the fireplace? White Plains, NY +

Smoke-back (also called downdrafting) is one of the most common complaints we hear from homeowners throughout New Rochelle and Westchester County. It can be caused by a number of factors: heavy creosote or debris blocking the flue, a closed or stuck damper, a flue that is undersized for the fireplace opening, negative air pressure inside the home (common in tightly insulated modern homes), a chimney that is too short relative to the roofline or nearby obstructions, or cold air trapped in a flue that hasn't been warmed up before lighting a fire. The fix depends on the root cause which is why a proper inspection is always the first step. Don't keep fighting smoke-back; it means carbon monoxide could also be entering your living space.

Do you work on gas fireplaces and gas appliance venting? White Plains, NY +

Yes gas fireplaces, gas inserts, and gas appliance venting are a significant part of our work throughout Harrison and the surrounding area. While gas-burning appliances produce significantly less soot than wood, they still produce acidic condensation that can corrode clay tile liners over time. Gas appliances also require annual inspection of the venting system, burner assembly, pilot, thermopile, and gas connections to ensure safe and efficient operation. We install and service Category I, II, III, and IV vent systems and can reline existing chimneys with the appropriate stainless alloy liner for natural gas or propane appliances. Never assume a gas fireplace doesn't need annual service carbon monoxide risks are just as real.

Areas We Serve

Proudly serving 30+ communities across White Plains, NY and beyond

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Yonkers~6 mi

Scarsdale~4 mi

New Rochelle~7 mi

Harrison~5 mi

Rye~8 mi

Mamaroneck~7 mi

Larchmont~8 mi

Port Chester~9 mi

Tarrytown~10 mi

Sleepy Hollow~11 mi

Ossining~14 mi

Peekskill~22 mi

Dobbs Ferry~9 mi

Ardsley~7 mi

Elmsford~5 mi

Greenburgh~4 mi

Hartsdale~3 mi

Bronxville~6 mi

Tuckahoe~6 mi

Eastchester~6 mi

Mount Vernon~7 mi

Pelham~10 mi

Mount Kisco~18 mi

Armonk~12 mi

Bedford~17 mi

Chappaqua~15 mi

Pleasantville~13 mi

Croton-on-Hudson~18 mi

The Bronx~12 mi

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Additional Specialty Services

Beyond the standard sweep comprehensive chimney solutions

Animal Removal

Animal & Bird Removal + Exclusion

Chimneys are one of the most common entry points for animals seeking shelter particularly chimney swifts, raccoons, squirrels, and starlings. Once inside, they can create dangerous blockages, introduce parasites, and cause significant damage to your flue liner and smoke chamber. Our team humanely removes animals and nesting material, then installs properly fitted chimney caps and animal guards to permanently prevent re-entry. We are experienced with Migratory Bird Treaty Act compliance for protected species like chimney swifts, ensuring legal, humane handling at all times.

Raccoons, squirrels, bats & bird nesting removal
Chimney swift monitoring & seasonal exclusion
Custom-fitted stainless chimney caps installed same day
Flue inspection post-removal to assess damage
Sanitation and deodorization of affected flue sections

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Moisture Protection

Waterproofing & Flashing Repair

Water is a chimney's worst enemy. In the Westchester area, our climate delivers heavy rainfall, ice storms, and freeze-thaw cycles that relentlessly attack masonry, mortar, and metal components year after year. Unchecked moisture intrusion leads to spalling brick, rusted dampers, deteriorated liners, stained ceilings, and ultimately structural failure of the entire chimney often costing tens of thousands of dollars to correct. Our waterproofing program addresses every vulnerable point in your chimney system using professional-grade products that penetrate deep into masonry to repel water without trapping vapor, and our flashing replacement service eliminates one of the most common sources of interior roof leaks.

ChimneySaver 10-year water repellent application
Step and counter flashing replacement with lead-coated copper
Chimney crown rebuild with flexible elastomeric sealant
CrownCoat and CrownSeal crown waterproofing
Masonry crack repair and tuckpointing prior to waterproofing

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Insert Installation

Fireplace Insert Installation & Service

A fireplace insert converts your drafty, inefficient open masonry fireplace into a high-efficiency heating appliance capable of dramatically reducing your winter heating costs. We sell, install, and service wood-burning, gas, pellet, and electric fireplace inserts from leading manufacturers. Every insert installation includes proper stainless-steel liner sizing and installation a requirement by all manufacturers and local codes ensuring safe, code-compliant operation. Our technicians handle the complete process from selection and permitting through installation, startup, and annual service.

Wood, gas, pellet & electric insert installation
Liner sizing and stainless liner included in quote
Permit filing assistance for Westchester municipalities
Annual insert cleaning and gas appliance service
Manufacturer warranty support and parts

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How We Work

A simple, transparent process designed around your schedule and peace of mind

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Call or Book Online

Contact us by phone at (914) 416-7218 or submit our online form. We'll get you scheduled most appointments within 3-5 business days, with emergency service available when needed.

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On-Site Inspection

Our professional technician arrives on time, protects your floors and furnishings, and performs a thorough inspection of your entire chimney system from crown to firebox before any work begins.

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Clear, Honest Quote

We present you with a detailed, written estimate explaining exactly what we found and what we recommend. No pressure, no hidden fees. You approve every line item before any work starts.

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Expert Service & Follow-Up

Our team completes the work to CSIA and NFPA standards, leaves your home spotless, and provides you with a written service report. We follow up to ensure your complete satisfaction always.

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White Plains Neighborhoods We Serve