Chimney Sweep & Repair in Taylor, MI
Located about 14 miles southwest of downtown Detroit in Wayne County, Taylor is a city of roughly 62,100 residents. The typical home in Taylor dates to around 1963. Chimneys from the mid-century building era are now well past 50 years old, and their flue liners are often cracked, undersized, or missing for the way modern furnaces and water heaters vent. Most homes in Taylor (about 92%) heat with natural or propane gas, and gas furnaces and water heaters vent through the chimney too — a blocked or deteriorated flue can push carbon monoxide back into the house. At roughly 2,600 residents per square mile, it is one of the denser parts of our service area, where homes often sit close together. We serve Taylor together with nearby communities such as Southgate, Allen Park and Lincoln Park.
Michigan winters are long and cold, with many days below freezing — that means heavy freeze-thaw stress on masonry and a longer burning season, which increases creosote buildup for regular wood-burning households.
Taylor at a glance
- Where
- City in Wayne County, about 14 miles southwest of downtown Detroit
- Population
- About 62,100
- Typical home built
- Around 1963
- Built before 1950
- About 12% of homes
- Main heating fuel
- Gas 92% · Oil 0% · Wood 0%
Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 (5-year). Distance is straight-line.
Services We Offer in Taylor
Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning in Taylor
Removal of creosote, soot, and debris buildup so your chimney vents safely and efficiently.
Chimney Inspection in Taylor
Level 1, 2, and 3 inspections to catch cracks, liner damage, and structural issues before they become expensive repairs.
Chimney Repair in Taylor
General repairs to masonry, liners, dampers, and fireboxes so your chimney is safe to use again.
Chimney Relining in Taylor
New flue liners for chimneys with cracked, deteriorated, or missing liners — required for safe, code-compliant venting.
Chimney Cap Installation & Repair in Taylor
Caps that keep rain, snow, animals, and debris out of the flue while allowing smoke to vent properly.
Chimney Crown Repair in Taylor
Repair or rebuild of the crown — the concrete cap covering the top of the chimney — to stop water intrusion.
Masonry & Rebuilding in Taylor
Brick and mortar repair, tuckpointing, and full rebuilds for chimneys with structural masonry damage.
Chimney Waterproofing in Taylor
Vapor-permeable sealants that keep water out of masonry without trapping moisture inside.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Taylor
Clearing lint buildup from dryer exhaust vents — a leading cause of house fires when neglected.
Fireplace Repair & Installation in Taylor
Repairs and new installations for wood-burning and gas fireplaces, inserts, and fireboxes.
Wood Stove Installation in Taylor
Code-compliant installation of freestanding wood stoves, with correctly sized venting.
Gas Fireplace Service in Taylor
Maintenance and repair for gas fireplace inserts and log sets, including venting and ignition components.
Animal & Bird Removal in Taylor
Safe, humane removal of birds, squirrels, and raccoons that have nested in an uncapped chimney.
Taylor Chimney FAQ
My Taylor home heats with gas — does the chimney still need attention?
Yes. Gas furnaces and water heaters vent through the chimney, and a cracked, blocked, or oversized flue can let exhaust gases, including carbon monoxide, back into the house. An annual inspection catches this early.
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Serving Taylor and the surrounding area
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