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.
Olympia Chimney Fireplace Services in New Rochelle: What to Know First
We provide independent Olympia Chimney fireplace services in New Rochelle, with most repairs completed in a single visit and upfront pricing before any work begins. A standard gas fireplace service on an Olympia unit runs $89 during our seasonal tune-up period, while firebox repairs and liner work are quoted flat after our camera inspection. We’re not here to sell you parts you don’t need.
This page is for Olympia Chimney owners in New Rochelle, Beechmont, Wykagyl, and the surrounding Westchester County neighborhoods who want their fireplace serviced by technicians who actually know the difference between an Olympia 600-series insert and a factory-built 700-series box. If your pilot won’t stay lit, your damper’s stuck shut, or you’re converting from wood to gas, call us at (516) 927-2678. A live person answers, 24 hours a day.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
How Olympia Chimney Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Olympia 600-Series Fireplace Inserts: Cracked refractory panels from thermal shock. These inserts get pushed hard in New Rochelle winters, and the refractory panels crack when homeowners crank the thermostat after a cold snap. We replace with HeatShield refractory-grade panels rated for the 600-series heat profile, or source OEM panels when the original casting is still available. We photograph the cracks so you see why we’re recommending the work.
- Olympia 700-Series Factory-Built Fireplaces: Warped damper frames and failed gaskets. The 700-series uses a steel-frame damper that warps after 15-20 years of seasonal expansion and contraction. The gasket degrades, and you lose heated air up the flue even when the damper’s “closed.” We fit a new damper assembly or install a top-sealing damper from Gelco, depending on the frame condition. Either way, we test the seal with a smoke pencil before we leave.
- Olympia Gas Fireplace Units: Intermittent pilot failure from moisture in the valve train. New Rochelle’s coastal humidity corrodes the pilot assembly and gas valve on older Olympia gas units, especially in basement installations near Long Island Sound. We disassemble the valve train, clean or replace the pilot assembly, and pressure-test the entire line. If the gas valve is pitted internally, we replace with an OEM Robertshaw or a certified equivalent, never a generic swap.
- Olympia Chimney Liners: Corrugated stainless flex liners separating at the collar joint. The flex liner in some Olympia factory-built systems separates where the corrugated section meets the rigid collar, usually from improper initial installation or from decades of vibration. We pull a new DuraFlex liner with a proper expansion joint, or in some cases use a HeatShield cerfractory resurfacing when the existing liner is structurally sound but has minor gaps. Camera inspection decides which path.
- Olympia Wood-Burning Fireboxes: Firebrick displacement and smoke chamber deterioration. In the older Olympia masonry-compatible boxes we see around New Rochelle’s 1920s housing stock, firebrick shifts out of place and exposes the steel wrapper to direct flame. The smoke chamber above puffs creosote into the living space. We re-brick with Copperfield firebrick rated for the Olympia chamber dimensions, and parge the smoke chamber with Chamber-Tech 2000 when needed. Russell Haines has rebuilt more of these in Beechmont than he can count.
Our Olympia Chimney Fireplace Services Process
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You call, a live person answers. No voicemail, no callback queue. We schedule a window that works for you, usually within a few days during sweep season.
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Level-2 camera inspection on arrival. Our technician runs a camera through the flue and firebox, documents everything with photos, and gives you a plain-English verdict. You see what we see.
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Parts decision: OEM or quality aftermarket. For Olympia units, we check OEM availability first. If lead times are long or the part is discontinued, we use professional-grade equivalents from DuraFlex, HeatShield, or Gelco that meet or exceed the original spec. We explain the trade-off and the price difference before ordering anything.
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The repair, done right, in one visit when possible. Our technicians carry common Olympia parts and universal equivalents. Most gas fireplace services, damper repairs, and firebox re-bricking finish the same day. Liner replacements and major rebuilds may need a return trip, but we tell you that upfront.
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Testing and documentation. We pressure-test gas lines, verify draft with a manometer, and run a final camera pass. You get the photos, the report, and the invoice with the same number you were quoted.
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The 90-Day Done Right Promise. If something isn’t right, we make it right. In writing. No paperwork to dig up, no arguing. That’s the Keystone Standard.
What Olympia Chimney Fireplace Services Costs in New Rochelle
| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Seasonal Gas Fireplace Tune-Up (Olympia units) | $89 | Fixed price during sweep season |
| Olympia Pilot Assembly Replacement | $180-$340 | Gas valve condition, access difficulty |
| Olympia Damper Repair/Replacement | $280-$520 | Top-sealing vs. throat damper, frame weld needed |
| Refractory Panel Replacement (600-series) | $340-$680 | Panel count, OEM vs. HeatShield |
| Firebox Re-Brick and Smoke Chamber Parge | $1,200-$2,400 | Chamber size, scaffolding needs |
| DuraFlex Liner Replacement (Olympia system) | $2,800-$4,500 | Flue length, diameter, access |
Every estimate is free, and the number we give you is the number on the bill. No surprises. Call (516) 927-2678 for an exact quote on your Olympia Chimney fireplace.
Why New Rochelle Homeowners Call Hearthstone Chimney Co. for Olympia Chimney Work
We’ve been answering the phone with a live person for over 42 years, and we plan to be here when your grandchildren need their chimneys swept. Our 90-Day Done Right Promise means if it’s not right, we come back. No forms to fill out, no finger-pointing.
Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and trained on Olympia Chimney systems specifically, including the discontinued lines still running in New Rochelle’s older homes. When an OEM part is back-ordered or obsolete, we have professional-grade alternatives from DuraFlex, HeatShield, and Gelco that we trust enough to put our name behind. We also work with Famco and Copperfield hardware when the job calls for it.
Photos you can see. A plain-English verdict. A square deal. That’s what you get when you call Hearthstone Chimney Co.
FAQs
No. As an independent Olympia Chimney service provider, we use warranty-safe practices and OEM or equivalent parts. Manufacturer warranties on fireplace components are not voided by independent service when the work is performed to code. We document everything so you have a record if a warranty claim ever arises. Call (516) 927-2678 if you have questions about your specific unit.
Some Olympia series from the 1990s and early 2000s are discontinued, but we maintain relationships with distributors who stock NOS inventory. When OEM is unavailable, we use professional-grade aftermarket parts from HeatShield, Gelco, and DuraFlex that match or exceed original specifications. We never install a part we wouldn’t use in our own homes. Call for availability on your specific model.
Most Olympia units are worth repairing if the firebox wrapper is intact and the flue is structurally sound. Replacement makes sense when the unit has suffered a chimney fire, the wrapper is cracked, or repair costs exceed 60% of a new installed unit. Our camera inspection gives you the real condition so you can decide with facts, not pressure. Estimates are free.
Once a year, before the burning season begins. Even gas units accumulate debris, develop pilot issues, and lose efficiency. In New Rochelle, where salt air accelerates corrosion on coastal properties, annual service is not conservative, it’s prudent. Our $89 Seasonal Tune-Up includes cleaning, inspection, and safety check. Schedule early, before the October rush.
Deferred maintenance on an Olympia wood-burning system leads to creosote buildup, which is a chimney fire hazard. On gas units, blocked vents or failed flame rollout switches can vent carbon monoxide into living spaces. These are real risks, not scare tactics. The good news: a yearly inspection catches problems before they become dangerous or expensive. Call (516) 927-2678 to book yours.
Written by Russell Haines, Owner, Hearthstone Chimney Co. at Hearthstone Chimney Co., serving New Rochelle and nearby areas.





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