South Carolina · Area codes 843 / 854
Chimney sweep in Charleston, SC
Chimney inspection, chimney cleaning and dryer vent cleaning for Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Summerville and Mount Pleasant and the rest of the 843 / 854 area.
Area codes served: 843, 854 · the overlay covers the same area as 843, so all are included.
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Chimney care in the 843 area
Chimneys around Charleston, Myrtle Beach and Summerville may sit unused for most of the year, which gives creosote, leaves and nests time to collect, and heavy summer storms test caps, crowns and flashing. Humidity speeds up rust on dampers and chase covers. A fall inspection before the first fire, and a cap with mesh, keep animals and water out. Dryer vents run year-round here, so lint builds up quickly.
The Census Bureau counts about 906,900 homes and apartments in the 843 territory. 28.5% were built before 1980 and 2.9% before 1940, lower than the South Carolina figure of 34.6% built before 1980. The median home here dates from the 1990s, and 58.9% of homes are single-family detached houses.
81.7% of occupied homes heat mainly with electricity and 13.8% with utility gas. Wood is the main heating fuel in 0.2% of homes, lower than the national rate of 1.5%.
36.8% of homes here were built in 2000 or later, so many fireplaces are factory-built or gas units. These still need their vents and manufacturer-listed parts checked, and the dryer vent runs in newer homes are often long.
Under the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, 88% of residents live in climate zone 3A (warm, humid), and the rest mostly in 2A (hot, humid).
The 843 territory (with overlay 854) is home to roughly 1,915,000 people across 181 ZIP codes in Charleston County, Horry County, Berkeley County, Beaufort County and 14 more counties.
Services in Charleston
- Chimney inspection in Charleston: Level 1, 2 and 3 to NFPA 211
- Chimney cleaning in Charleston: creosote and soot removal
- Dryer vent cleaning in Charleston: full vent run to the outside hood
- Chimney repairs, chimney relining and wood stove installs: ask your local company whether they offer them
| Population | 1,915,000 |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 181 |
| Counties | 18 |
| Homes and apartments | 906,900 |
| Built before 1980 | 28.5% |
| Median home built | 1990s |
| Heat mainly with wood | 0.2% |
| IECC climate zone | 3A, 2A |
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 Charleston? 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
- Charleston
- Myrtle Beach
- Summerville
- Mount Pleasant
- Florence
- Conway
- North Charleston
- Beaufort
- Goose Creek
- Bluffton
- Moncks Corner
- Ladson
- Hilton Head Island
- Murrells Inlet
- Hartsville
- Johns Island
- Georgetown
- Okatie
- Darlington
- Little River
- Walterboro
- Hanahan
- North Myrtle Beach
- Loris
- Bennettsville
- Longs
- Pawleys Island
- Ridgeland
- Dillon
- Marion
- Cheraw
- Ridgeville
- Lake City
- Hardeeville
- Saint Helena Island
- Kingstree
- Andrews
- Timmonsville
- Mullins
- Effingham
…and 90 more communities.
All 181 ZIP codes in the 843 territory
29009 29051 29056 29069 29079 29082 29101 29111 29114 29143 29161 29162 29401 29402 29403 29404 29405 29406 29407 29409 29410 29412 29413 29414 29415 29416 29417 29418 29419 29420 29422 29423 29424 29425 29426 29429 29431 29433 29434 29435 29436 29437 29438 29439 29440 29442 29445 29446 29447 29448 29449 29450 29451 29452 29453 29455 29456 29457 29458 29461 29464 29465 29466 29468 29469 29470 29471 29472 29474 29475 29476 29477 29479 29481 29482 29483 29484 29485 29486 29487 29488 29492 29493 29501 29502 29503 29504 29505 29506 29510 29511 29512 29516 29518 29519 29520 29525 29526 29527 29528 29530 29532 29536 29540 29541 29543 29544 29545 29546 29547 29550 29551 29554 29555 29556 29560 29563 29564 29565 29566 29567 29568 29569 29570 29571 29572 29574 29575 29576 29577 29578 29579 29580 29581 29582 29583 29584 29585 29587 29588 29589 29590 29591 29592 29593 29594 29596 29597 29598 29709 29718 29727 29728 29741 29901 29902 29903 29904 29905 29906 29907 29909 29910 29912 29914 29915 29916 29920 29925 29926 29927 29928 29929 29931 29935 29936 29938 29940 29941 29943 29945
Questions about chimney service in Charleston
How do I book a chimney sweep in Charleston?
Call 833-CHIMNEY ((833) 244-6639) and enter your ZIP code. We'll connect you with a chimney professional who serves Charleston, SC.
Which areas does the 843 territory cover?
The 843 territory (with overlay 854) covers 181 ZIP codes in 18 counties, including Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Summerville, Mount Pleasant, Florence, Conway, North Charleston and Beaufort.
How often should I have my chimney inspected in South Carolina?
NFPA 211, the national standard for chimneys, fireplaces and vents, calls for an inspection at least once a year. In the Southeast, a fall inspection before the first fire is a good habit.
How much does chimney cleaning cost in Charleston?
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 Charleston homeowners
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