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.
Olympia Chimney Chimney Liner & Rebuild in Crystal Lake: What to Know First
We provide independent Olympia Chimney chimney liner & rebuild service in Crystal Lake, with most liner replacements completed in one day and full rebuilds typically scheduled within a week. Every job starts with a written price before any work begins, backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If you own an Olympia Chimney liner or fireplace system and need replacement, repair, or a full rebuild, call us at (815) 923-3185 for a free estimate with no obligation.
This page is for homeowners in Crystal Lake, Lakewood, and the neighborhoods near Three Oaks Recreation Area who need straight answers about their Olympia Chimney system. Corrine Halstead and our crew have inspected thousands of chimneys across McHenry County since 2009. The camera doesn’t argue - and neither does a written price.
How Olympia Chimney Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Olympia 316Ti flexible liners develop seam separation at the flex points. The titanium-stabilized stainless resists corrosion well, but repeated thermal cycling in Crystal Lake’s freeze-thaw winters opens the corrugation welds at the elbows. We cut back to sound metal and splice in a new Olympia-compatible section or upsize to a DuraFlex equivalent with heavier gauge walls.
- Olympia rigid 304 stainless liners show crevice corrosion behind the collar plates. This happens where condensation pools in the offset sections common on ranch-style homes built around Crystal Lake in the 1970s and 1980s. We pull the plate, inspect the wall thickness with a pit gauge, and replace only what’s actually wasted rather than selling a full liner.
- Olympia smooth-wall aluminized liners delaminate in high-heat applications. When installed in wood stoves running long burns, the aluminum coating separates from the steel substrate and flakes into the flue. We document the delamination with camera footage, then quote a 316Ti or 316L replacement - never reinstalling aluminized where the duty cycle demands stainless.
- Olympia chimney systems with integrated heat-reflective panels suffer mortar joint failure at the smoke chamber. The panels expand at a different rate than the surrounding masonry, cracking the parging that seals the chamber. We remove the panels, repoint with HeatShield-compatible refractory, and reinstall or upgrade to a Gelco chamber coat depending on access.
- Olympia factory-built chimney chase covers rust through at the drip edges. The galvanized steel covers shipped with early Olympia systems last 8-12 years in Crystal Lake’s snow-load climate. We measure on-site and source a replacement through our Famco or Copperfield supply line, with stainless or copper options priced in writing before fabrication.
Our Olympia Chimney Chimney Liner & Rebuild Process

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Call and schedule. A live person answers 24/7. We book your NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection with camera scan, and you receive a text when your tech is en route.
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Inspect and document. We run the camera down the flue, record liner condition, wall thickness, and any spalling or joint gaps. You get the footage and a written scope before any work is approved.
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Quote in writing. Clause 1 of the Haven Standard requires a written price, written scope, and written warranty before work starts. No exceptions. We also offer a Free Second Opinion on any competitor’s written estimate.
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Source parts. We pull Olympia-compatible components from our Haven buying network - DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Famco, or Copperfield as the job demands. OEM when it makes sense; quality aftermarket when it saves you money without compromising safety.
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Execute and verify. Liner pulls, rebuilds, or repairs are completed by background-checked, uniformed techs. We pressure-test or smoke-test as appropriate, then run the camera again for after photos.
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Deliver records and warranty. Clause 4 of the Haven Standard requires a documented photo record on every job. You walk away with photos, camera footage, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing.
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Olympia flexible liner replacement (single flue) | $2,800 - $4,200 | Flue length, number of offsets, access (roof vs. interior) |
| Olympia rigid liner section repair | $1,400 - $2,600 | Linear feet of replacement, collar plate condition |
| Smoke chamber parging with HeatShield | $1,800 - $3,000 | Chamber size, panel removal/reinstall |
| Partial chimney rebuild (above roofline) | $4,500 - $8,500 | Courses to rebuild, crown replacement, scaffolding needs |
| Full chimney rebuild with new Olympia-compatible liner | $12,000 - $18,000 | Height, foundation condition, flue count |
These are real Crystal Lake market ranges based on jobs we’ve completed in neighborhoods from Coventry to the historic district near Williams Street. Every estimate is free, itemized, and delivered in writing before you decide. Call (815) 923-3185 to schedule.
Why Crystal Lake Homeowners Call Level Two Chimney Crystal Lake for Olympia Chimney Work

We’ve completed more than 38,000 chimney inspections and cleanings since 2009, every one with a written price first and a photo record at the end. Corrine Halstead built this practice on camera-first documentation - nothing gets written up without evidence you can see for yourself.
Our techs know Olympia Chimney systems specifically, but we’re not locked to one brand. When an Olympia part is back-ordered or overpriced, we pivot to DuraFlex, HeatShield, or Gelco equivalents through our Haven buying network, and we tell you exactly why. The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every liner and rebuild we touch. If it’s not right, we make it right.
We’re independently owned and operated, not a franchise, and we answer our own phones around the clock.
FAQs
No - as an independent Olympia Chimney service provider, we do not void manufacturer warranties when we use OEM-spec or compatible parts and follow NFPA 211 installation standards. We document every step so warranty claims remain valid if needed. Call (815) 923-3185 if you have a specific warranty concern.
We source all parts through our Haven buying network, including Olympia-compatible components, DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Famco, and Copperfield. You don’t order anything. We specify, procure, and warranty the materials as part of your written scope.
The camera scan tells us. We measure wall thickness at multiple points, map corrosion patterns, and show you the footage. Spot damage gets a sectional repair; widespread thinning or seam failure gets a full replacement quote. Both options come with a written price before any work starts.
Most single-flue flexible liner replacements finish in one day. Rigid systems or jobs with multiple offsets may run into a second day. Full chimney rebuilds typically span 3-5 days depending on weather and masonry cure times. We give you a firm schedule in writing, not a guess.
A failed liner exposes masonry to acidic flue gases, leading to spalling, joint erosion, and eventually carbon monoxide leakage into living spaces. In Crystal Lake’s climate, freeze-thaw accelerates the damage once moisture gets past the liner. We don’t scare-sell - we show you the camera footage and let the image speak. Call (815) 923-3185 for a free inspection and honest assessment.
Written by Corrine Halstead, Owner, Level Two Chimney Crystal Lake at Level Two Chimney Crystal Lake, serving Crystal Lake and nearby areas.





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