Alabama · Area codes 205 / 659
Chimney sweep in Birmingham, AL
Chimney inspection, chimney cleaning and dryer vent cleaning for Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Bessemer and Northport and the rest of the 205 / 659 area.
Area codes served: 205, 659 · the overlay covers the same area as 205, so all are included.
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Chimney care in the 205 area
Chimneys around Birmingham, Tuscaloosa and Bessemer 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 688,500 homes and apartments in the 205 territory. 44.9% were built before 1980 and 6.1% before 1940, close to the Alabama figure of 42.9% built before 1980. The median home here dates from the 1980s, and 67.8% of homes are single-family detached houses.
57.3% of occupied homes heat mainly with electricity and 37.1% with utility gas. Wood is the main heating fuel in 0.6% of homes, lower than the national rate of 1.5%.
Under the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, the territory is in climate zone 3A (warm, humid).
The 205 territory (with overlay 659) is home to roughly 1,559,000 people across 246 ZIP codes in Jefferson County, Shelby County, Tuscaloosa County, St. Clair County and 17 more counties.
Services in Birmingham
- Chimney inspection in Birmingham: Level 1, 2 and 3 to NFPA 211
- Chimney cleaning in Birmingham: creosote and soot removal
- Dryer vent cleaning in Birmingham: full vent run to the outside hood
- Chimney repairs, chimney relining and wood stove installs: ask your local company whether they offer them
| Population | 1,559,000 |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 246 |
| Counties | 21 |
| Homes and apartments | 688,500 |
| Built before 1980 | 44.9% |
| Median home built | 1980s |
| Heat mainly with wood | 0.6% |
| IECC climate zone | 3A |
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 Birmingham? 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
- Birmingham
- Tuscaloosa
- Bessemer
- Northport
- Jasper
- Trussville
- Alabaster
- Pelham
- Pinson
- Pell City
- Clanton
- McCalla
- Helena
- Calera
- Odenville
- Montevallo
- Gardendale
- Oneonta
- Chelsea
- Leeds
- Springville
- Warrior
- Cottondale
- Moody
- Hamilton
- Haleyville
- Hayden
- Fairfield
- Columbiana
- Moundville
- Pleasant Grove
- Lincoln
- Fayette
- Dora
- Jemison
- Altoona
- Fultondale
- Adamsville
- Blountsville
- Maylene
…and 127 more communities.
All 246 ZIP codes in the 205 territory
35004 35005 35006 35007 35013 35015 35020 35021 35022 35023 35031 35034 35035 35036 35038 35040 35042 35043 35045 35046 35048 35049 35051 35052 35054 35060 35061 35062 35063 35064 35068 35071 35073 35074 35078 35079 35080 35085 35091 35094 35096 35097 35111 35112 35114 35115 35116 35117 35118 35119 35120 35121 35123 35124 35125 35126 35127 35128 35130 35131 35133 35135 35137 35139 35142 35143 35144 35146 35147 35148 35171 35172 35173 35176 35178 35180 35181 35182 35184 35185 35186 35187 35188 35201 35202 35203 35204 35205 35206 35207 35208 35209 35210 35211 35212 35213 35214 35215 35216 35217 35218 35219 35220 35221 35222 35223 35224 35226 35228 35229 35231 35232 35233 35234 35235 35236 35237 35238 35242 35243 35244 35246 35249 35253 35254 35255 35259 35260 35261 35266 35270 35282 35283 35285 35287 35288 35290 35291 35292 35293 35294 35295 35296 35297 35298 35401 35402 35403 35404 35405 35406 35407 35440 35441 35442 35443 35444 35446 35447 35448 35449 35452 35453 35456 35457 35458 35459 35460 35461 35462 35463 35464 35466 35468 35469 35470 35471 35473 35474 35475 35476 35477 35478 35480 35481 35482 35486 35487 35490 35491 35501 35502 35503 35504 35542 35543 35544 35545 35546 35548 35549 35550 35551 35552 35553 35554 35555 35559 35560 35563 35564 35565 35570 35571 35572 35573 35574 35575 35576 35577 35578 35579 35580 35581 35584 35586 35587 35592 35594 35952 35953 35972 35990 36006 36790 36792 36793 36901 36904 36907 36910 36912 36915 36916 36922 36925
Questions about chimney service in Birmingham
How do I book a chimney sweep in Birmingham?
Call 833-CHIMNEY ((833) 244-6639) and enter your ZIP code. We'll connect you with a chimney professional who serves Birmingham, AL.
Which areas does the 205 territory cover?
The 205 territory (with overlay 659) covers 246 ZIP codes in 21 counties, including Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Bessemer, Northport, Jasper, Trussville, Alabaster and Pelham.
How often should I have my chimney inspected in Alabama?
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 Birmingham?
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 Birmingham homeowners
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