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.
Famco Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Lansdale: What to Know First
We provide independent Famco chimney cleaning and sweep services in Lansdale, with most inspections and cleanings scheduled within a week and completed in a single visit. A standard Famco sweep and Level 2 camera inspection runs $189-$279; if we find liner damage or a compromised smoke chamber, you’ll get a written repair price before any additional work begins. We are not affiliated with or authorized by Famco - we are an independent Famco service provider - and we source replacement materials through our Haven buying network to keep pricing honest. This page is for Lansdale homeowners with Famco chimney caps, dampers, or venting products who need documented cleaning, inspection, or repair. Call (267) 327-4785 for a free estimate.
How Famco Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Famco chimney caps with galvanized steel mesh corrode faster in Lansdale’s wet freeze-thaw cycles than aluminum or stainless alternatives. We see this most on pre-2015 installations near Towamencin Creek, where humidity lingers. Our fix: remove the cap, document mesh integrity with camera, and replace with a stainless or copper cap from our Haven network - or rebuild the existing frame if the flue collar is still sound.
- Famco WD series chimney dampers develop cable fraying where the control line exits the firebox. The cable housing collects creosote dust, accelerates wear, and eventually jams open or closed. We clean the housing, inspect the cable with borescope, and replace with a matched stainless cable assembly - OEM spec or better - rather than lubricating and hoping.
- Famco round chimney pots on tall flues trap Class III glazed creosote behind the baffle plate because the narrow throat slows draft in shoulder seasons. Homeowners smell smoke on mild days. We remove the pot, mechanically de-glaze the flue with polymer whips, and verify draft recovery with a manometer reading - not a guess.
- Famco B-Vent collars on gas inserts loosen where the slip joint meets the appliance adapter. Thermal cycling works the connection loose over 5-7 years, and the gap pulls combustion air from the room instead of the outside. We reseat with high-temp sealant, add a mechanical lock if the factory tab is fatigued, and combustion-test before leaving.
- Famco chimney fans on exterior walls bind with creosote slurry after wet Pennsylvania winters. The motor housing isn’t sealed against driving rain, and the bearings rust. We pull the fan, clean the impeller blades, test amp draw against spec, and replace only if the motor is out of tolerance - not as a default upsell.
Our Famco Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Process

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Call and schedule. A live person answers, checks Famco part availability in our Lansdale warehouse, and books a window. You get a text when your tech is en route.
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Arrival and setup. Your assigned technician - background-checked, uniformed, license number visible - lays protection from the door to the hearth. Corrine Halstead assigns techs by Famco familiarity; our crew has handled hundreds of Famco units in Montgomery County.
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Level 2 camera inspection. We run a borescope the full flue length per NFPA 211 Level 2, document liner condition, creosote class, and any Famco-specific wear. The camera doesn’t guess. Neither do we.
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Written price, written scope. Before any cleaning or repair begins, you receive a written price, written scope, and written warranty under Haven Standard Clause 1. No exceptions.
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Cleaning and repair. We sweep to NFPA 211 standards, replace worn Famco components with OEM or quality aftermarket from DuraFlex, HeatShield, or Gelco as appropriate, and note any deviations from factory spec.
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Documentation and close. You walk away with photos, camera footage, a written condition report, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise stamped on your invoice. Haven Standard Clause 4 requires it.
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| Service | Typical Range |
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| Famco chimney sweep + Level 1 inspection | $149-$199 |
| Famco sweep + Level 2 camera inspection | $189-$279 |
| Famco damper cable replacement (WD series) | $240-$340 |
| Famco chimney cap replacement (stainless) | $280-$450 |
| Famco chimney fan cleaning + motor test | $195-$295 |
| Class III creosote removal + de-glazing | $320-$480 |
Price moves with flue height, roof access, and creosote severity. A two-story colonial on Walnut Street with a steep pitch costs more than a ranch near Lansdale Borough Park. We tell you before we start. Call (267) 327-4785 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Why Lansdale Homeowners Call Level Two Chimney Lansdale for Famco Work

We’ve cleaned and inspected more than 38,000 chimneys since 2009, every one with a written price first and a photo record after. The 365-Day Done Right Promise means if a Famco cap seal fails or a damper cable frays inside a year, we make it right. Corrine Halstead’s crew knows the difference between a Famco WD damper and a Gelco equivalent - and when either can be repaired instead of replaced. Our Haven buying network sources materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield, so we’re not captive to one supplier’s pricing. Live phone support runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Free Second Opinion on any competitor’s written estimate.
FAQs
No. Routine chimney cleaning and inspection by a qualified professional does not void Famco’s product warranty. Warranty claims are denied for improper installation or modification, not for documented maintenance. We provide the written inspection record your warranty claim may need. Call (267) 327-4785 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
We source both. Famco caps and dampers are available OEM through our Haven network; for discontinued series, we match spec with quality aftermarket from DuraFlex, HeatShield, or Gelco. We tell you which before ordering. Call (267) 327-4785 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
The Level 2 camera inspection tells us. If the flue liner is intact, clearances meet code, and the Famco components function within spec, cleaning is enough. If we find spalling tile, liner gaps, or a cracked smoke chamber, we show you the footage and write a repair price. Nothing is recommended without camera evidence you can see. Call (267) 327-4785 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Once per burning season for wood-burning systems, per NFPA 211. Gas Famco systems typically need inspection every two years, though we check B-vent collars annually because Lansdale’s freeze-thaw cycling accelerates joint fatigue. Call (267) 327-4785 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Class I and II creosote becomes Class III glazed creosote, which restricts draft and ignites at lower temperatures. A blocked or degraded flue also risks carbon monoxide spillage, particularly with Famco gas inserts where the B-vent collar has loosened. The camera finds both conditions before they become urgent. Call (267) 327-4785 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Ready to schedule? Call (267) 327-4785 for a free estimate. We’ll check Famco part availability, assign a technician familiar with your model, and give you a written price before any work starts - always, no exceptions.
Written by Corrine Halstead, Owner, Level Two Chimney Lansdale at Level Two Chimney Lansdale, serving Lansdale and nearby areas.





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