Chimney Sweep · Warwick
Warwick's Safety-First Chimney Experts
Protecting Rhode Island families from chimney fires and carbon monoxide — licensed sweeps, NFPA-compliant inspections, and honest answers from Ed's & Sons Chimney in Warwick, RI.
Protecting Rhode Island families from chimney fires and carbon monoxide — licensed sweeps, NFPA-compliant inspections, and honest answers from Ed's & Sons Chimney in Warwick, RI.
Comprehensive chimney sweep for Warwick homes and businesses.
Thorough removal of creosote, soot, and debris to restore safe draft and reduce fire risk.
NFPA 211-compliant inspections that catch hidden hazards before they become emergencies.
Stainless steel and cast-in-place liner solutions that restore safe venting and meet RI code.
Keep rain, animals, and debris out of your flue with professional caps and crown restoration.
Restore proper airflow control and energy efficiency with damper inspection, repair, and replacement.
Remove lint buildup from dryer ducts — a leading cause of residential fires — for safer laundry cycles.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards so you can hire with total confidence.
We frame every service through the lens of fire prevention and carbon monoxide protection. Our technicians are trained to identify the specific hazards that Warwick's climate and older housing stock create — including clay tile liner cracking from freeze-thaw cycling — and we explain every risk finding clearly so you can make informed decisions about your home.
Before any work begins, you receive a written estimate that itemizes every material and service. We don't quote low on the phone and upcharge at the door. Warwick homeowners deserve to know exactly what they're paying for, and our transparent pricing means you can compare us confidently. Licensed, insured, and accountable to a written scope of work every time.
Rhode Island has specific building and fire codes governing chimney systems, and Ed's & Sons knows them thoroughly. Every inspection report we produce references NFPA 211 standards by section, giving you documentation that satisfies mortgage lenders, insurance underwriters, and municipal building departments in Warwick and across Providence County without extra legwork.
Ed's & Sons isn't a national franchise dispatching unknown subcontractors. We are a Warwick-area family business, and our name is on every job. That means when we install a liner or repair a crown, we stand behind it with a real warranty and a local phone number — (401) 251-8400 — answered by people who live and work in the same communities we serve.
Ed's & Sons Chimney was founded on a straightforward belief: Warwick homeowners should never have to guess whether their chimney is safe. Rhode Island's housing stock is among the oldest in New England, with thousands of homes built before modern chimney codes existed — homes where clay tile liners have been quietly cracking for decades, where original mortar crowns have eroded to nothing, and where a fireplace that 'seems fine' is actually venting combustion gases into wall cavities. We started this business to close that knowledge gap, delivering inspections and cleaning services grounded in technical training and honest communication rather than fear-based upselling.
"Ed's & Sons found a Stage 2 creosote problem my previous sweeper had missed for two years. They showed me photos of the flue before and after, explained exactly what the fire risk was, and cleaned it completely in one visit. Their written report satisfied my homeowner's insurance carrier without any additional documentation. I will never use anyone else."
"We bought an older colonial in Warwick and needed a Level II inspection for the mortgage. Ed's & Sons scheduled us within days, delivered a thorough video inspection report, and identified a cracked liner section we had no idea existed. They explained the carbon monoxide risk clearly and installed a stainless liner that same week. Professional, clean, and completely trustworthy."
"I called after my smoke detector kept alarming near the fireplace. The technician diagnosed a failed damper plate that was causing backdrafting and letting combustion gases into the room. He had a top-mount replacement in his truck and installed it the same day. The difference was immediate. Ed's & Sons understood the safety urgency and acted on it — that's rare."
"The chimney crown on our 1960s Warwick ranch had basically dissolved. Ed's & Sons gave me a written estimate, explained how water infiltration was the cause of the interior staining I'd been seeing for years, and restored the crown with a proper elastomeric coating. Two winters later, no staining, no issues. They clearly knew what they were talking about and didn't oversell."
"Fast, fair, and incredibly thorough. I had Ed's & Sons sweep and inspect my wood-burning insert before the heating season. The technician spent time explaining creosote formation and what burn habits actually reduce buildup — information I'd never gotten from any previous service. The HEPA vacuum meant absolutely no dust in my living room. Five-star experience without question."
"I'd been ignoring my dryer vent for years — until Ed's & Sons mentioned they cleaned them too. The amount of lint they pulled out was genuinely alarming. They also found a crushed section of duct that was creating a blockage. My dryer now runs dramatically faster and I feel so much better knowing that fire risk is gone. Worth every penny."
Expert local advice for Warwick homeowners.
Protect your Warwick home from chimney fires and carbon monoxide with expert guidance on liner installation, repair, and RI code compliance.
Read more →Not every chimney inspection is equal. Learn what Level I, II, and III inspections cover, when each applies, and why Warwick homeowners need the right one.
Read more →Everything Warwick, RI homeowners need to know about chimney sweep and cleaning services: costs, timing, safety codes, and what to expect.
Read more →Call (401) 251-8400 or book online and we'll arrange a convenient time to visit your Warwick home. We ask a few quick questions about your fireplace type, fuel, and last service date so our technician arrives fully prepared with the right equipment and parts.
Our technician performs a thorough assessment of your chimney system — exterior masonry, crown, cap, flue liner, firebox, and damper. We use video scanning when warranted and document all findings with photos. You're walked through every issue before any work begins, no pressure.
Approved work is completed efficiently using commercial equipment. Drop cloths protect your interior, HEPA vacuums contain all soot and debris, and every penetration is sealed before we start. Most standard sweeps and inspections are completed in under two hours with zero mess left behind.
You receive a written service report referencing NFPA 211 standards, a before-and-after photo record, and any recommendations prioritized by safety urgency. If your system is clear, we tell you plainly. If repairs are needed, we explain why, quote them in writing, and let you decide on your own timeline.
Proudly serving Warwick and these nearby communities.
In Warwick, a professional chimney sweep generally runs between $150 and $250 for a standard wood-burning fireplace, depending on the level of buildup and flue configuration. That price should include a visual safety inspection, complete creosote and soot removal, and a written service summary. Ed's & Sons provides free written estimates so you know the exact cost before we touch anything.
A routine annual inspection is typically a Level I visual assessment of accessible components. Buying or selling a home in Warwick triggers the requirement for a Level II inspection, which includes video scanning of the entire flue interior. Level II inspections produce written documentation required by mortgage lenders and insurers — Ed's & Sons provides that full report with photos.
Carbon monoxide risk is serious and immediate. A blocked or cracked flue can redirect odorless CO gas into living spaces, and Rhode Island's tight, insulated winter homes accelerate exposure. Symptoms like headaches and drowsiness near the fireplace are warning signs. CO detectors are essential, but the root protection is a properly maintained, inspected chimney — something Ed's & Sons verifies on every visit.
Yes, potentially. The NFPA recommends inspection at least annually, but frequency of cleaning depends on how much wood you burn and what type. Burning green or unseasoned wood dramatically accelerates creosote buildup. Heavy users in Warwick — those burning three or more nights per week through a Rhode Island winter — should consider mid-season cleaning to prevent Stage 2 or Stage 3 creosote accumulation.
A liner failure is a genuine code and safety issue, not an upsell. Rhode Island building code and NFPA 211 require that chimney liners be continuous and free of gaps. A cracked liner allows heat and combustion gases to contact surrounding combustibles, which is a direct fire and CO hazard. Ed's & Sons provides video documentation of any liner damage so you can see the defect yourself before deciding.
These are two distinct components. The crown is the concrete or mortar slab that covers the top of the chimney masonry, sloping water away from the flue. The cap is the metal cover fitted over the flue opening itself. Most Warwick homes need both. A missing or cracked crown allows water into the masonry structure; a missing cap lets rain, animals, and debris into the flue directly.
No — gas appliances still require annual inspection. While gas burns cleaner than wood, it produces moisture and, in the event of incomplete combustion, carbon monoxide. The flue and liner can still develop cracks, blockages from animal activity, or draft problems that allow dangerous gases to enter your home. Ed's & Sons inspects gas appliance venting systems and checks for CO pathway risks that homeowners cannot self-assess.
Book early — ideally August or September. Rhode Island's fireplace season creates a surge in demand starting in October, and appointment windows in Warwick fill quickly once temperatures drop. Scheduling before the heating season ensures you're not lighting fires in an uninspected chimney. Call (401) 251-8400 to reserve a slot; we also offer flexible scheduling for those who need service mid-season.
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