Level 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
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We provide independent Olympia Chimney fireplace services in Lansdale, from gas insert tune-ups to firebox rebuilds, with a written price before any work starts and a camera-scan record when we’re done. Most Olympia Chimney jobs are scheduled within a week and completed in a single visit. A standard gas fireplace service runs $189-$289; wood-burning fireplace repairs with firebox or damper work range $340-$1,200 depending on what the camera shows.
This page is for homeowners in Lansdale and nearby Montgomery County who have an Olympia Chimney gas fireplace, wood-burning unit, or fireplace insert and need service from a technician who knows the product line. We’re not affiliated with Olympia Chimney, and we don’t pretend to be. We’re an independent service provider with sixteen years of documented repair history on these units. Call (267) 327-4785 to book or to bring us a competitor’s written estimate for a free second opinion.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
How Olympia Chimney Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Olympia Chimney Ventis gas inserts: pilot assembly carbon fouling. The Ventis line uses a standing pilot design that collects fine carbon scale from Lansdale’s moderately hard water supply and seasonal humidity swings. The pilot stays lit but weakens, causing intermittent main burner ignition or a yellow, lazy flame. We pull the pilot assembly, clean the orifice with a calibrated reamer, check the thermopile output in millivolts, and replace only if readings fall below 325 mV. A full Ventis pilot service with documentation runs $189-$245.
- Olympia Chimney wood-burning fireboxes: refractory panel cracking at the rear wall. The factory refractory panels in Olympia’s wood-burning units are rated to 2,100°F but develop hairline cracks from thermal cycling, especially in Lansdale’s older colonials near the Merrick Road corridor where homeowners burn overnight loads. We measure crack width and depth with a feeler gauge. Cracks under 1/16 inch get monitored and photo-documented; anything wider gets replacement with HeatShield refractory or factory-matched panels sourced through our Haven buying network. Panel replacement with installation: $450-$780.
- Olympia Chimney direct-vent gas fireplaces: failed blower motors and seized bearings. The OEM Fasco blowers in earlier Olympia direct-vent units run at fixed speed and accumulate dust from Lansdale’s pollen-heavy spring seasons. Bearing noise starts as a whine, progresses to vibration, then stalls entirely. We test amperage draw against the nameplate rating and check the control board for voltage drop. When the motor is the culprit, we offer OEM replacement or a quieter, variable-speed aftermarket unit from our Famco supply chain. Blower replacement: $280-$420.
- Olympia Chimney top-sealing dampers: cable fray and chimney cap seal degradation. Olympia’s top-mount dampers use a stainless cable running down the flue to a handle assembly. The cable frays where it passes the smoke shelf, and the silicone seal gasket hardens after five to seven winters of Montgomery County freeze-thaw. We camera-inspect the cable path, measure seal compression, and replace with a Gelco damper assembly if the frame is warped or the seal won’t reseat. Damper repair or replacement: $340-$590.
- Olympia Chimney fireplace inserts: improper liner connection and draft spillage. Insert installations in Lansdale’s 1950s-1980s ranch homes often use a flexible liner that’s not properly secured to the insert collar, creating a gap where combustion gases leak into the chase. We find this with a smoke test and camera verification. The fix is a proper DuraFlex liner connection with a listed adapter, sealed and tested to NFPA 211 standards. Liner reconnection with smoke test: $520-$890.
Our Olympia Chimney Fireplace Services Process
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Call and schedule. A live person answers, checks availability in Lansdale or nearby Montgomery County, and books a window. You’ll get a text when your tech is en route.
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Camera-scan inspection. We run a chimney camera for NFPA 211 Level 2 documentation, Clause 4 of the Haven Standard. For gas units, we add combustion analysis and gas-leak detection.
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Written diagnosis and price. Corrine Halstead’s crew shows you what the camera found, names the part (OEM or quality aftermarket from our DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, or Famco supply chain), and delivers a written scope with price before any work begins. Haven Standard Clause 1: have it in writing.
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Repair with documented steps. The tech performs the work, photographs critical stages, and tests operation. Gas units get a full burner cycle test; wood units get a draft and smoke test.
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Final documentation and warranty. You receive a photo record, written invoice, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If it’s not done right, we make it right.
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Gas fireplace tune-up and safety check | $189-$289 | Remote receiver, blower cleaning, log set repositioning |
| Pilot assembly repair or replacement | $189-$320 | OEM vs. aftermarket, thermopile/thermocouple combo |
| Firebox refractory panel replacement | $450-$780 | Panel count, access difficulty, HeatShield vs. factory match |
| Blower motor replacement | $280-$420 | Variable-speed upgrade, control board damage |
| Damper repair or replacement | $340-$590 | Top-mount vs. throat, cable vs. chain drive |
| Insert liner reconnection | $520-$890 | Liner length, chase access, insulation wrap |
These are Lansdale-market prices for Olympia Chimney units, not national averages. Every estimate is free, written, and valid for thirty days. Call (267) 327-4785 for an exact quote on your unit.
Why Lansdale Homeowners Call Level Two Chimney Lansdale for Olympia Chimney Work
We’ve completed more than 38,000 chimney inspections and cleanings since 2009, every one with a written price first and a photo record after. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is stamped on every job. Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and carry license information you can verify.
Corrine Halstead’s crew knows Olympia Chimney products from hands-on work across Montgomery County, including the older housing stock near Merrick Road where flue conditions vary block by block. When an Olympia part is back-ordered, we source quality equivalents through our Haven buying network, DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, or Famco, and we tell you exactly what you’re getting and why. The camera doesn’t guess. Neither do we.
Live phone support runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. No voicemail, no web-form black hole.
FAQs
No. Routine service and repair by a qualified independent technician does not void the factory warranty on Olympia Chimney products, provided the work is performed to manufacturer specifications and documented. We use OEM or equivalent-listed parts and provide written documentation of every repair. If you’re unsure about your specific warranty status, call (267) 327-4785 and we’ll review it with you.
Most common Olympia Chimney parts, blowers, pilot assemblies, and refractory panels, arrive within three to five business days through our Haven buying network. For older or discontinued series, we often have compatible aftermarket parts from Gelco or Famco in stock. We’ll tell you the exact lead time and your options before you commit.
Repair is usually the better value if the firebox is sound, the liner is intact, and repair costs stay under 40 percent of replacement. We make that call with camera evidence you can see, not a sales pitch. If the heat exchanger is cracked or the firebox is spalling extensively, we’ll show you the photos and recommend replacement. Call (267) 327-4785 for a free inspection and honest assessment.
Annually, before the heating season. Gas fireplaces burn cleaner than wood but still accumulate dust on blowers, develop pilot scale, and can leak combustion gases if seals degrade. An annual service includes combustion analysis, gas-leak detection, and a full burner cycle test. Skipping it risks carbon monoxide exposure and more expensive repairs later. Schedule your annual service at (267) 327-4785.
For wood-burning units, creosote accumulates and chimney fire risk rises. For gas units, blower failure, gas leaks, and carbon monoxide hazards develop silently. In either case, small problems become expensive ones. A cracked refractory panel that costs $450 to replace today can lead to $2,000+ in firebox rebuilding if heat reaches the surrounding structure. The camera finds what you can’t see. Call (267) 327-4785 for a free estimate.
Ready to get your Olympia Chimney fireplace inspected, repaired, or tuned up? Call Level Two Chimney Lansdale at (267) 327-4785. We’ll answer live, schedule your visit, and give you a written price before any work starts. Free estimates. Free second opinions on any competitor’s written quote. Camera documentation on every job.
Written by Corrine Halstead, Owner, Level Two Chimney Lansdale at Level Two Chimney Lansdale, serving Lansdale and nearby areas.