North Buffalo, Buffalo NY Chimney Sweep, Chimney Repair, Chimney Inspection, Stove & Fireplace Install

North Buffalo is known for its relaxed, comfortable shopping, dining and nightlife. Comprised of neighborhoods including University Heights, West Hertel, Vernon Triangle, Parkside, Park Meadow and others, the area is a great place to spend the day and enjoy some delicious food – in particular the famous Italian fare served up in Little Italy along Hertel Avenue.

Residents of North Buffalo neighborhoods take pride in their homes, and many count on Felgemacher Masonry & Chimney to keep their fireplaces and chimneys running safely and efficiently. Felgemacher has served Western New York since 1953. Here’s how we can help you.

CSIA-Certified Chimney Sweep

Wood-burning fireplaces cause creosote to form in their chimneys every time they’re used. Creosote is highly flammable and is responsible for most chimney fires in U.S. homes every year. Our professional, trained chimney sweeps use industry-grade equipment to thoroughly and safely remove creosote, soot and any other drafting obstructions from your chimney.

Fire-safety organizations throughout America recommend annual chimney sweep services. Felgemacher works year-round to provide the very best in chimney sweeping to ensure chimney safety and fireplace efficiency.

Certified Chimney Inspection

If it’s been more than a year since your last chimney inspection, it’s a smart idea to schedule one now. Our professional chimney inspectors are trained to spot problems and diagnose issues with your chimney and fireplace and recommend the best steps to remedy the problem. Annual chimney inspections will save you money on big repairs and help keep your chimney safe to use.

Felgemacher performs all levels of chimney inspection as recommended by the Chimney Safety Institute of America:

Level 1: The standard inspection covering visible areas of the chimney structure and its components.

Level 2: This inspection is performed when a chimney fire or other damage has happened, when modifications are being done such as adding a new appliance or converting from wood to gas, and when the home is being sold.

Level 3: Level 3 chimney inspections are scheduled when significant damage has occurred that needs more in-depth investigation than either of the other two inspection levels will afford.

Have your North Buffalo chimney inspected by a certified chimney technician once a year and keep your home and fireplace system safe.

Chimney Caps, Flue Caps & Chase Tops

When there is damage to the chimney cap or flue cap on a masonry chimney or the chimney chase cover on a pre-fab chimney, it opens a path for water to infiltrate the system and start a cycle of deterioration. Water in a chimney will lead to chimney leaks, masonry damage, flue liner damage, corrosion on the fireplace damper and more.

Felgemacher repairs these protective components throughout all North Buffalo neighborhoods. For homeowners who have a damaged flue cap or no cap at all, we recommend the installation of a fine new full hip and ridge custom chimney cap. These full-width chimney caps provide solid protection across the entire top of your chimney including the flue openings and the cement chimney crown.

Fireplace Inserts & Stoves – Sales & Installation

Felgemacher-operated Felgemacher Fireplace Shop in Cheektowaga offers a beautiful showroom where you can browse top-name heating stoves and fireplace inserts. We’ll help you select the perfect model for your square footage, heat-efficiency needs and aesthetic tastes. Upgrade an old, under-performing masonry fireplace with a powerful, hardworking appliance that will please you for many years to come.

After you’ve made your choice, the Felgemacher team will professionally install your new unit safely and correctly. We’re proud to be Western New York’s fireplace and stove installation experts since 1953.