Maine · Area code 207
Chimney sweep in Portland, ME
Chimney inspection, chimney cleaning and dryer vent cleaning for Portland, Bangor, Lewiston and Waterville and the rest of the 207 area code.
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Chimney care in the 207 area
Long heating seasons and repeated freeze-thaw cycles are hard on masonry around Portland, Bangor and Lewiston. Water that soaks into a cracked crown or open mortar joint freezes, expands and breaks brick apart (spalling), and nor'easter rain drives water in at the flashing. An annual inspection before the first cold snap catches crown cracks and creosote build-up from a winter of wood burning.
The Census Bureau counts about 739,900 homes and apartments in the 207 territory. 56% were built before 1980 and 23.4% before 1940, close to the Maine figure of 56% built before 1980. The median home here dates from the 1970s, and 69.9% of homes are single-family detached houses.
59.3% of occupied homes heat mainly with fuel oil or kerosene and 12.4% with bottled, tank or LP gas. Wood is the main heating fuel in 8.8% of homes, higher than the national rate of 1.5%.
With 23.4% of homes built before 1940, many chimneys here are older masonry. Older flues can be unlined or have clay tile liners that have cracked over the years, which a camera inspection of the flue will show. Wood heat is common in this area. Homes that burn wood as their main heat build creosote faster than occasional fireplace users, so plan on more frequent cleaning.
Under the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, the territory is in climate zone 6A (cold, humid).
The 207 territory is home to roughly 1,387,000 people across 481 ZIP codes in Cumberland County, York County, Penobscot County, Kennebec County and 12 more counties.
Services in Portland
- Chimney inspection in Portland: Level 1, 2 and 3 to NFPA 211
- Chimney cleaning in Portland: creosote and soot removal
- Dryer vent cleaning in Portland: full vent run to the outside hood
- Chimney repairs, chimney relining and wood stove installs: ask your local company whether they offer them
| Population | 1,387,000 |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 481 |
| Counties | 16 |
| Homes and apartments | 739,900 |
| Built before 1980 | 56% |
| Median home built | 1970s |
| Heat mainly with wood | 8.8% |
| IECC climate zone | 6A |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25040, B25024) for the ZIP codes in this territory; climate zones from PNNL, Guide to Determining Climate Zone by County (2022). Population from our ZIP code data.
Selling a home in Portland? NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 chimney inspection, including a video scan of the flue, when a property is sold or transferred.
Source: NFPA 211
Cities and towns we serve
- Portland
- Bangor
- Lewiston
- Waterville
- South Portland
- Augusta
- Biddeford
- Auburn
- Scarborough
- Brunswick
- Saco
- Westbrook
- Windham
- Gorham
- Sanford
- Ellsworth
- Falmouth
- Gardiner
- Orono
- Kennebunk
- Wells
- Bath
- York
- Farmington
- Houlton
- Skowhegan
- Topsham
- Cape Elizabeth
- Brewer
- Hampden
- Old Town
- Belfast
- Yarmouth
- Caribou
- Freeport
- Presque Isle
- Old Orchard Beach
- Buxton
- Kittery
- Berwick
…and 413 more communities.
All 481 ZIP codes in the 207 territory
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Questions about chimney service in Portland
How do I book a chimney sweep in Portland?
Call 833-CHIMNEY ((833) 244-6639) and enter your ZIP code. We'll connect you with a chimney professional who serves Portland, ME.
Which areas does the 207 territory cover?
The 207 territory covers 481 ZIP codes in 16 counties, including Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Waterville, South Portland, Augusta, Biddeford and Auburn.
How often should I have my chimney inspected in Maine?
NFPA 211, the national standard for chimneys, fireplaces and vents, calls for an inspection at least once a year. In the Northeast, a fall inspection before the first fire is a good habit.
How much does chimney cleaning cost in Portland?
Prices are set by the local company and depend on the chimney, the number of flues and what the inspection finds. Call 833-CHIMNEY for a quote.
Guides for Portland homeowners
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