Sweepnman, Inc.

Sweepnman is a chimney and fireplace service company based in North Reading that works across Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Its certified technicians handle chimney sweeping, camera inspections, flue cleaning and repairs, with a focus on preventing chimney fires and carbon monoxide poisoning. The company also cleans and replaces dryer vents, installs custom chimney caps, chase covers, dampers and stainless steel liners, and takes on masonry work such as tuckpointing, crown repair, waterproofing and chimney rebuilding.

Founder Dave Bancroft went to work for local mason Mike Savarino the Monday after graduating from Reading High School in 1985. On his first job, the pair built five new Rumford-style fireplaces in a South End brownstone, and over four years he learned masonry restoration, waterproofing and stucco. He bought his first chimney sweeping kit in 1989. Today the company also sells and installs gas and wood fireplace inserts, wood stoves, electric fireplaces and gas log sets, and restores historic chimneys.

What to Know

• Sweepnman has served the area since 2004.
• Technicians hold CSIA, NFI and NCSG certifications.
• Financing is available for chimney projects.
• The company recommends a carbon monoxide detector on every floor of the home.
• Its service area includes North Reading, Westford and surrounding communities.