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.
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AfterOlympia Chimney Fireplace Services in Allentown: What to Know First
We provide independent Olympia Chimney fireplace services in Allentown, from gas fireplace tune-ups to firebox repairs and insert conversions. Most Olympia Chimney jobs we book are completed in a single visit, and we quote upfront so the number on the estimate matches the number on the invoice. As an independent Olympia Chimney service provider, we use OEM or professional-grade aftermarket parts from brands we trust, including DuraFlex, HeatShield, and Gelco when they fit the job better.
This page is for homeowners in Allentown who already own an Olympia Chimney product and need a technician who knows the line well enough to diagnose it without guessing. If that’s you, call (610) 632-1394. 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 Chimney gas inserts (ODI series) - ignition module fatigue. The ODI line uses a Honeywell-branded ignition control that tends to cycle erratically after seven to ten winters in Allentown’s freeze-thaw cycle. Homeowners report the pilot staying lit but the main burner refusing to kick on, or kicking on then dropping out after thirty seconds. We test the thermopile output first; if it’s generating 325mV or better under load, the module itself is the culprit. We carry the OEM replacement and a compatible Robertshaw aftermarket unit rated for the same temperature swing. Both carry our 90-Day Done Right Promise.
- Olympia Chimney wood-burning fireplaces (Heritage series) - refractory panel cracking at the firebox floor. The Heritage line ships with a three-piece refractory floor that expands and contracts unevenly when homeowners in Allentown’s older West Park homes burn green or unseasoned hardwood. The crack usually opens at the center seam, not the walls, which tells us it’s thermal shock rather than structural settling. We can replace with factory panels or pour a HeatShield cerfractory slurry if the damage is surface-level and the steel chassis underneath is sound. We photograph both options and explain which one buys you five years versus fifteen.
- Olympia Chimney top-sealing dampers (TSD-2000) - cable housing corrosion. The TSD-2000 uses a stainless cable in an aluminum housing, and when Allentown’s wet spring sits on a chimney crown with marginal drainage, galvanic corrosion seizes the mechanism. The symptom is a damper that opens fine in fall but won’t seal tight by January, bleeding heated air up the flue. We replace the cable assembly with a marine-grade stainless version from Gelco that eliminates the dissimilar-metal contact, or upgrade to a lock-top damper if the original throat is too degraded.
- Olympia Chimney direct-vent gas fireplaces (DV series) - glass fogging from failed gasketing. The DV line’s glass retention clips compress the gasket unevenly over time, especially if homeowners remove the glass annually for cleaning and reinstall it hand-tight. Moisture from combustion condenses between the panes, and the fog doesn’t wipe off because it’s inside. We replace with OEM gasketing and torque the clips to spec with a calibrated driver, not by feel. The chimney doesn’t care what it looks like from the street. We check what’s inside.
- Olympia Chimney fireplace inserts (older Pre-EPA models) - smoke rollout on startup. These units predate modern combustion air controls and rely on a tight seal to the fireplace throat. After decades of Allentown heating seasons, the surround panel gaps open, or the flex liner pulls away from the insert collar. The fix isn’t always a new liner; sometimes it’s a fabricated block-off plate and a sealed surround kit from Copperfield. We run a Level-2 camera inspection to confirm where the leak is before we quote anything.
Our Olympia Chimney Fireplace Services Process
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You call, we answer. A live person picks up at (610) 632-1394, any hour. We ask the model name or series if you know it, the symptoms, and when you last had service.
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We arrive on time, in uniform. Our technician is background-checked and carries Olympia Chimney parts inventory on the truck, plus backup from DuraFlex, HeatShield, and Gelco for situations where aftermarket makes more sense.
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Level-2 camera inspection with photo documentation. We run a camera up the flue or into the firebox, depending on the problem. You see the images on a tablet. We explain what we’re looking at in plain English, not jargon.
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Upfront pricing, your choice. We present options: OEM repair, quality aftermarket alternative, or deferral if the issue is not urgent. The price we quote is the price on the invoice. No surprises.
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The repair, the test, the cleanup. We complete most Olympia Chimney fireplace services in one visit. We test fire every gas component or draft-test every wood unit before we pack up. We lay down runners and vacuum after ourselves.
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Written guarantee, no arguing. Every job is backed by our 90-Day Done Right Promise - the Keystone Standard. If it’s not right, we make it right. In writing. No paperwork to dig up later.
What Olympia Chimney Fireplace Services Costs in Allentown
| Service | Typical Range |
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| Gas fireplace tune-up (ODI or DV series) | $89-$175 |
| Ignition module replacement (ODI series) | $280-$420 |
| Refractory panel repair or replacement (Heritage series) | $340-$680 |
| Top-sealing damper cable replacement (TSD-2000) | $220-$380 |
| Direct-vent glass gasket replacement (DV series) | $180-$290 |
| Insert surround seal and block-off plate | $450-$750 |
| Full Level-2 inspection with photo report | $180-$250 |
What moves the price: accessibility of the chimney or firebox, whether we need to order a discontinued OEM part versus stocking an aftermarket equivalent, and whether the repair reveals a secondary issue we couldn’t see until we opened it up. We stop and show you before any additional work proceeds.
Estimates are free. Call (610) 632-1394 for an exact quote on your Olympia Chimney fireplace.
Why Allentown Homeowners Call Hearthstone Chimney Co. for Olympia Chimney Work
We’ve been answering calls in the Allentown area for over 42 years. Russell Haines and our crew have worked on Olympia Chimney products long enough to know which serial numbers correspond to which known issues, and we don’t treat your fireplace like a learning exercise.
Our 90-Day Done Right Promise means if something we fixed isn’t fixed, we come back. No receipt to find, no manager to escalate. The K.E.Y.S. code governs how we work: Krafted right, Every time, Your home first, Standing behind it.
We carry professional-grade materials from Olympia Chimney, DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Famco, and Copperfield - never builder-grade substitutes that fail in two seasons. Most jobs finish in one visit because our trucks are stocked for what actually breaks.
And when you call (610) 632-1394, a live person answers. Not a callback queue. Not an app. A person.
FAQs
No. As an independent Olympia Chimney service provider, we perform warranty-safe work using correct parts and procedures. Manufacturer warranties cover defects in materials or workmanship, not who performs routine service. We document our work with photos and serial numbers so you have records if a factory defect ever needs claiming. Call (610) 632-1394 if you want us to review your warranty status before we start.
Yes, for most units manufactured after 1995. We stock common failure parts for the ODI, DV, and Heritage series on our trucks. For discontinued models, we source quality aftermarket equivalents from DuraFlex, Gelco, or Copperfield that meet or exceed original specifications. We never install a part we wouldn’t put in our own home. Call (610) 632-1394 with your model number and we’ll confirm availability before we dispatch.
Replacement becomes necessary when the steel firebox or heat exchanger is compromised - cracked welds, rust-through, or warped panels that affect combustion safety. Everything else is repairable: dampers, gaskets, refractory panels, ignition systems, liners. Our Level-2 camera inspection shows you exactly which category you’re in. We’ve saved Allentown homeowners thousands by repairing what another company wanted to replace. Call (610) 632-1394 for a free second opinion on any written replacement estimate.
Every year, before the first fire of the season. Gas fireplaces burn cleaner than wood, but the burner ports still clog with dust and spider webs, the thermopile degrades, and the venting needs draft verification. In Allentown, where heating season runs five months or more, that annual check prevents mid-winter failures when every sweep is booked solid. Our $89 Seasonal Tune-Up covers the full inspection and cleaning. Call (610) 632-1394 to schedule before burning season.
Deferred maintenance on a wood-burning unit leads to creosote buildup, which is a chimney fire risk. On a gas unit, it leads to incomplete combustion and potential carbon monoxide venting problems. Neither announces itself; both are discovered during inspection or during an emergency. The cost of prevention is a fraction of the cost of remediation. We don’t scare-sell, but we don’t soft-pedal facts either. Call (610) 632-1394 for a free estimate and an honest assessment of your timeline.
Written by Russell Haines, Owner, Hearthstone Chimney Co. at Hearthstone Chimney Co., serving Allentown and nearby areas.