A Step in Time Chimney Sweeps

The team of A Step in Time Chimney Sweeps will visit your place and do a thorough inspection of the chimney. We will provide you with a complete report so you will come to know whether you require chimney cleaning, repair, or any repairs.

At A Step in Time, we deliver professional chimney cleaning services tailored to each homes specific needs. Our process begins with a thorough inspection, ensuring every chimney is assessed accurately before sweeping. We prioritize safety, efficiency, and customer education, offering transparent pricing based on the chimney's condition. Our experienced technicians handle all cleaning challenges with precision and care, maintaining the highest industry standards.

A chimney liner is a flue lining in a masonry chimney that contains the combustion products and directs them to the outside atmosphere, protecting the chimney walls from heat and corrosion. The installation of liners has been highly recommended, as it has a significant part to play in protecting the chimney and surrounding structures. In fact, the majority of fire codes now mandate chimney liner installation. A Step in Time Chimney Sweeps in Virginia is a chimney liner installation company that provides extensive chimney sweep services.

At A Step In Time, we provide comprehensive chimney repair solutions designed to ensure safety and compliance with building codes. Our team specializes in relining chimneys, repairing dampers, rebuilding fireplaces, smoke chamber repair, fireplace rebuilding, fireplace repointing and addressing masonry issues with precision. Every project is handled with expertise, professionalism, and a commitment to quality. Clients can trust us for reliable, thorough, and efficient chimney maintenance and restoration.

Our dryer vent cleaning service is designed to enhance home safety and efficiency by removing blockages that could lead to fires. We utilize specialized tools and trained technicians to clean vents thoroughly, including the ducts that run through walls and ceilings. Regular maintenance ensures your dryer operates efficiently, saving energy and prolonging its lifespan. Service costs begin at $199, with pricing adjusted for the specific scope of work.

Woodstove inserts are constructed out of cast iron and are placed inside the opening of the existing masonry fireplace. These inserts are heavy and more difficult to clean because the job requires the chimney technician to move the inserts out of the fireplace far enough to crawl behind the insert. Access behind the insert is required to clean inside the fireplace and areas like the smoke chamber and smoke shelf. A properly lined wood stove insert has a direct connect liner to the top of the chimney therefore removal of the wood stove is not required and no additional cost is required.

At A Step in Time Chimney Sweep, we do more than just clean on the surface. Our CSIA-certified technicians examine the whole system, the stove, stovepipe, and chimney, to ensure the free-standing wood stove works efficiently and you enjoy the winters in warmth.

Founded by Mr. Ray Gessner, a licensed chimney professional in Virginia, the company holds a great record of delivering compliant chimney cleaning and repair services to homeowners in Virginia and other places. Our technicians and chimney inspectors are highly qualified and experienced enough to make sure your free-standing wood stove never becomes a reason for any deadly house fire.

Civil engineering graduate with 25+ years in home inspections. Holds P.E. license and OSHA 30 certification. Leads team of certified technicians across multiple states. Developed company's proprietary inspection protocols.

We provide inspections, cleaning, repairs, liner installation, and structural engineering assessments for residential chimneys.

Yes, our team includes licensed engineers and technicians with OSHA 30 certification and International Code Council training.

Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency service for urgent chimney issues and safety concerns.

We operate across multiple states including Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and Florida with expanding coverage.

Yes, we offer financing options for major chimney repair and replacement projects.

Annual inspections are recommended, with more frequent checks for heavy fireplace use or after severe weather events.

I highly recommend this company!! They did a great job on my house. The technician was very knowledgeable and on time. The whole process was very easy for me as a homeowner.

We had our dryer serviced by Tim, very courteous and professional. He ran into problems due to a heavy clog in our line. We were one spark away from a fire. So, thank you. I also overheard Tim talking with his manager/support and I was impressed with how he was directed and guided through the issues he had. Good and respectful team. Thank you. We have always had a great experience with your company.

10/10 recommend. I was in need of a last minute inspection due to an inspection contingency and closing schedule and they bent over backwards to accommodate my clients' timeline. As a Realtor, I greatly appreciate their professionalism, ability to honor my military's clients budget for the re-inspection, and their communication. Highly Recommend and will be using them again for any structural inspections.

I called A Step in Time for my chimney cleaning and inspection after 20+ years of inactivity in using it. Their guy Daniel came over, cleaned and inspected it, and found that my chimney's exterior was rusted through and needed maintenance right away. He got me the best deal he could offer, and when my custom-made covers were ready, was quick and careful in installing them, and was always professional and cheerful to deal with.

And the company itself worked with me and my work schedule, willing to install it without my presence and arrange a convenient time to render final payment so that they could get it in place ahead of the wet and chilly weather that headed our way. I am very glad for their help in getting my chimney ready for Christmas, and an extra thank you to Daniel for his job well done!

I do not often take the time to review a company but I have to stop and do it for this one. I have been a repeat customer of A Step In Time since 2015 and I highly recommend their services. Frank is our regular maintenance technician and it is always a pleasure to have him stop by. He is generally early for our appointment, is a great communicator, and has exceptional work ethic. He even wins over my dog --who is usually standoffish towards visitors. It seems difficult these days to find a business with reasonable prices, who will give you quality service, and will stand behind their work--- A Step In Time is one of those businesses.

Frank was actually able to come by early. He was thorough in his inspection and cleaning, showing me both before and after photos. He made smart recommendations on repairs based on conditions he saw and further documented in photos. He wasn't pushy or forceful at all. He showed me the facts, showed me the pictures, discussed the risks of not making repairs and we came to an agreement. Look forward to having him out again to make the repairs and extend the life of my fireplace!

Frank was a great person to work with.

Recently purchased my home. Of course within a month I noticed the flex crown was peeling off the top of my chimney. Found a receipt for when the flex crown was installed in Nov 2010. The receipt said there was a 10 year manufacturers warranty. I called Step in Time to inquire about the warranty. I was informed that the material would be covered however I would need to pay for labor which would be $250. Ok, lets do it.

I was very surprised that they were able to schedule the work the very next day and I didn't even need to be there since it was an external repair job. The technician took very detailed before and after photos and sent them and the paperwork via email. I provided my credit card information prior to the visit and was charged after the work was complete. Less than 20 hours from first phone call to job completion.

I hesitated to call this company because I have heard nothing but how this company has to charge higher prices to cover the huge overhead they have compared to smaller companies. Maybe you're paying higher prices for the quality work and great customer service this company provides. I am a very satisfied customer and am willing to pay a little more for great customer service and a job well done!