Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning
We remove creosote, soot and blockages that cause chimney fires, bad draft and smoke in the house.
Chimney Repair · Framingham, MA
Chimney repair & sweeping in Framingham and MetroWest
From a yearly sweep to a full rebuild, Rio Chimney Repair keeps your chimney safe, dry and working the way it should. Honest inspections, clear written quotes and clean work.
- Sweeps & inspections
- Masonry & rebuilds
- Leaks, caps & crowns
- Stainless steel liners
Written quotebefore any work starts - no surprises
- FraminghamLocal MetroWest company
- Sweep to rebuildEvery chimney job, one crew
- Camera checksSee what we see inside the flue
- Clean workDrop cloths & full cleanup
Chimney Services
Everything your chimney needs
Brick, block or stone, wood, gas or oil. We clean, inspect, repair and rebuild chimneys of every type across Framingham and MetroWest.
Chimney Inspections
Yearly safety checks, camera inspections inside the flue, and inspections for home buyers and sellers.
Masonry Repair & Repointing
Crumbling mortar ground out and repointed, spalled and cracked bricks replaced to match.
Chimney Rebuilding
Partial or full rebuilds above or below the roofline when the chimney is leaning, loose or too far gone.
Crowns & Chimney Caps
Cracked crowns repaired or recast, and new caps to keep out rain, animals, leaves and sparks.
Flashing & Leak Repair
We find where the water gets in - flashing, crown or brick - fix it, and waterproof the masonry.
Chimney Relining
Stainless steel liners for wood fireplaces and stoves, and for oil and gas furnaces and boilers.
Dampers, Fireboxes & Animals
Damper repair and replacement, firebox and smoke chamber repairs, and safe removal of nests and animals.
Warning Signs
Does your chimney need repair?
Chimney damage starts small and gets expensive fast, especially after a New England winter of freezing and thawing. If you notice any of these, call us for an inspection.
Think you had a chimney fire? Loud popping, a roaring sound or dense smoke - get everyone out and call 911. Do not use the fireplace again until the chimney has been inspected.
- Water or leaks
Stains on the ceiling or walls near the chimney, or water in the firebox.
- Crumbling mortar
Gaps between bricks, loose or broken bricks, or brick faces flaking off.
- White staining
A white, chalky film on the brick (efflorescence) means water is getting in.
- Smoke or odor
Smoke coming into the room, poor draft, or a musty, campfire smell.
- Rusted damper
A damper that sticks, will not close, or is covered in rust.
- Debris in the firebox
Pieces of tile or brick falling down can mean a cracked flue liner.
Our Work
Chimney jobs we do every week
Sweep & clean
Creosote removal
Rotary brushes and vacuums clean the flue top to bottom, with no mess left in your living room.
Masonry
Repointing & brick repair
Damaged brick and failed mortar replaced so water stops getting into the chimney.
Leak protection
Caps, crowns & flashing
A sealed crown, a new cap and tight flashing - the three things that keep a chimney dry.
Why Rio
A chimney company that tells it straight
We show you what is wrong, explain your options and put the price in writing. Then we do the job right the first time.
- Photos of the problem
We show you pictures from the roof and the flue, so you see exactly what needs work.
- Written quote first
The price is agreed before we start. No surprise charges at the end.
- Masonry done right
Matching brick, the right mortar for your chimney, and work built for New England winters.
- Respect for your home
Drop cloths, covered furniture and a full cleanup when the job is done.
- Local to Framingham
Based on Route 30 and working all over MetroWest.
How It Works
Simple from first call to final cleanup
Call or send the form
Tell us what you are seeing - a leak, loose bricks, a sweep you are due for.
We inspect
We check the chimney from the roof down and take photos of anything that needs work.
Written quote
You get a clear price and the options. Nothing starts until you say yes.
We do the work
The job gets done right, the area gets cleaned up, and you see the finished result.
Service Areas
Chimney repair across MetroWest
Rio Chimney Repair is based at 855 MA-30 in Framingham and serves homeowners throughout MetroWest and nearby towns in Middlesex and Worcester County. Not on the list? Call and ask.
- Framingham
- Natick
- Ashland
- Sudbury
- Wayland
- Southborough
- Marlborough
- Hopkinton
- Holliston
- Sherborn
- Wellesley
- Weston
- Dover
- Needham
- Medway
- Millis
- Westborough
- Northborough
- Hudson
- Maynard
- Stow
FAQ
Chimney questions, answered
How often should my chimney be cleaned?
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 211) recommends a chimney inspection once a year, with cleaning as needed. If you burn wood often, plan on a sweep at least once a year, ideally before the heating season starts.
How do I know my chimney needs repair?
Common signs are water or stains near the fireplace, crumbling mortar or loose bricks, white staining on the outside, a smoky or musty smell, a rusted damper, and pieces of tile or brick falling into the firebox. Any of these is worth an inspection.
Why is my chimney leaking?
Most chimney leaks come from failed flashing where the chimney meets the roof, a cracked crown, a missing cap, or porous brick and mortar. We find the source first, then fix it so it does not come back.
Do you install chimney liners?
Yes. We install stainless steel chimney liners for wood-burning fireplaces and stoves, and for oil and gas appliances. A damaged or missing liner is a safety issue and should be fixed before the chimney is used.
Do you do chimney inspections for home sales?
Yes. If you are buying or selling a home in Framingham or MetroWest, we can inspect the chimney and give you a clear, written report of its condition and any repairs needed.
How much does chimney repair cost?
It depends on the chimney and the work needed - a cap or a sweep costs far less than a rebuild. We look at the chimney first and give you a written quote before any work starts, so there are no surprises.
What areas do you serve?
We are based at 855 MA-30 in Framingham, MA and serve the MetroWest area, including Natick, Ashland, Sudbury, Wayland, Southborough, Marlborough, Hopkinton, Holliston, Sherborn, Wellesley and Weston.
Get a Quote
Request a chimney inspection or quote
Sending this opens a ready text message to (201) 581-5567. Prefer to talk? Just call.
Quotes
Every job starts with an inspection and a written quote.