What should I do if there's an animal in my chimney?

Keep the damper closed and the fireplace doors shut so it cannot get into the house, do not light a fire, and call us. We remove it humanely and can cap the flue to help prevent repeat entry.

How can I tell what animal is in my chimney?

Scratching and scrambling usually means a squirrel or raccoon. Chirping or fluttering means birds, often chimney swifts in spring. Either way the fix is the same, humane removal plus a cap.

There's an animal in my chimney right now, can you come today?

Keep the damper closed, keep the fireplace doors shut and do not light a fire. Call us at (443) 486-3406, describe what you hear and we will give you the available appointment options.

How do I help keep animals out of my chimney?

A properly sized stainless cap with mesh sides lets smoke out while helping block birds and squirrels. We can fit one after removal to reduce the risk of another animal entering the flue.

Chimney Animal Removal in Baltimore

Scratching, chirping or a bad smell coming from the fireplace usually means something moved in. We get the animal out humanely, clean up the mess and seal the way it got in.

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What's included

Humane removal of birds, squirrels and nests
Nesting-debris and blockage cleanout
Odor and droppings cleanup
Stainless cap installation to help prevent repeat entry

A repointed Baltimore brick chimney crown with a new stainless cap

An uncapped chimney is a perfect nesting spot, and every spring we get a run of Baltimore calls about chimney swifts, squirrels and the occasional raccoon. A nest is also a serious fire and blockage hazard, not just a noise.

We remove the animal and the nesting material humanely, deodorize the flue and fit a properly sized cap to reduce the chance of another animal getting in.

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Questions we get

Animal Removal FAQs

What should I do if there's an animal in my chimney?: Keep the damper closed and the fireplace doors shut so it cannot get into the house, do not light a fire, and call us. We remove it humanely and can cap the flue to help prevent repeat entry.
How can I tell what animal is in my chimney?: Scratching and scrambling usually means a squirrel or raccoon. Chirping or fluttering means birds, often chimney swifts in spring. Either way the fix is the same, humane removal plus a cap.
There's an animal in my chimney right now, can you come today?: Keep the damper closed, keep the fireplace doors shut and do not light a fire. Call us at (443) 486-3406, describe what you hear and we will give you the available appointment options.
How do I help keep animals out of my chimney?: A properly sized stainless cap with mesh sides lets smoke out while helping block birds and squirrels. We can fit one after removal to reduce the risk of another animal entering the flue.

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Get it swept before the first freeze

Damp falls and freeze-thaw winters are hard on old Baltimore brick. A free inspection now beats a crown rebuild in January.

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