Fireplace & Chimney Services in Potomac, Maryland

A fireplace can add beautiful ambience to your home at any time of year, but there’s no question that it’s especially cozy as the temperature drops. However, they must be properly installed and maintained to work efficiently.

For that, Potomac residents know to turn to the experts at James A. Wheat & Sons. Our professional team has served the area since 1978, and we promise to exceed your expectations regardless of what your needs may be. Learn more about our array of fireplace, chimney, and furnace services below.

Looking for professional and timely fireplace and chimney services in Potomac, MD? Reach out to us at (301) 241-9636 or online today!

Our Potomac, MD Fireplace, Chimney & Furnace Services

Fireplace Installation

The cozy glow of a fireplace is a welcome sight at the end of a long day, but if your home doesn’t already have a chimney and a hearth, you may believe it isn’t possible—but that’s not true. Gas fireplaces do not require a chimney, as one can be installed with nothing more than a simple wall vent.

James A. Wheat & Sons makes fireplace installation a fairly simple process. We offer a large selection of models to meet your needs, design tastes and budget. Once installed, we’ll teach you how to use and maintain it properly so you can enjoy it for years to come.

Chimney Cleaning/Sweeping

Having your chimney cleaned or swept is recommended annually to protect your safety and health. Creosote (a byproduct of wood combustion) buildup inside your chimney can lead to corrosion and blockages that can further deteriorate the chimney, release harmful fumes into your home, or potentially cause fires. The team at Wheat & Sons will ensure your chimney’s safety by removing all hazardous soot and creosote buildup, cleaning out the smoke chamber, and removing debris from the firebox.

Chimney Evaluations/Inspections

Alongside regular cleaning, having your chimney inspected is another important yearly task. Frequent evaluations can prevent chimney fires, excessive smoke, and even carbon monoxide poisoning. Since chimneys become more difficult to clean as time goes on, it’s critical to keep an eye on them. Leave that to Wheat & Sons. Our fully-trained technicians know the precautionary steps to take and potential problems to look for to keep you—and your home—living a safer and healthier life.

To schedule your chimney inspection, give us a call at (301) 241-9636 or contact us online!

Chimney Repairs

Should an inspection reveal an issue or you notice your chimney is showing signs of distress, don’t wait to act. By letting your chimney wear down for too long, you are at a higher risk of an array of issues and costly bills that could have been avoided. The firebox is exposed to extreme heat that eventually wears it down immensely; replacing it not only further ensures your chimney’s safety but also leaves you with a more aesthetically pleasing result. Repairing the smoke chambers can further prevent an overabundance of smoke and buildup. Different chimneys require different repairs, so it’s crucial to get familiar with what yours needs.

The Wheat & Sons team can help identify the specific repair needed and carry it out in a timely manner. We’ll also educate you on the situation so you know what to look for in the future.

Gas Fireplace & Log Services

If you’re looking to update the look of your fireplace logs, look no further than James A. Wheat & Sons. We can fit your modern gas fireplace with gas log sets that properly emulate a more traditional fireplace, preserving that classic look. The two prominent log styles available are vent-free and vented gas logs. Vent-free logs radiate heat spectacularly and do not require outside venting. Ventless logs are the most popular as they more accurately resemble burning wood, but they must be installed in a fully functioning wood-burning fireplace.

Interested in learning more? Call us today at (301) 241-9636 for a free estimate.

Furnace Cleaning

Maintaining your furnace should be a routine endeavor to keep it working at its best and produce clean air. If it’s been a while since your last furnace maintenance, or it’s just time for your annual check-up, contact James A. Wheat & Sons online or give us a call at (301) 241-9636. During our maintenance checks, we inspect all parts including your air filters and thermostat. Minor problems are fixed right away and if we notice any larger problems, we’ll recommend you have your furnace repaired or replaced in order to ensure your home is kept as comfortable as possible.

Contact us to learn about our Eagle Maintenance Agreement, which includes exclusive emergency service, priority scheduling, and 15% off repairs!

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Potomac Residents, We’re Here to Help!

The award-winning service provided at Wheat & Sons stands above the rest. Family-owned and -operated, we aim to help ensure your winter is as warm, comfortable, and safe as can be. Our technicians are NATE-certified and will leave you and your space with nothing short of professional results. We offer free estimates on our services, and our team guarantees a quick response time so you’re not left waiting to schedule an appointment—we will always be nearby and ready to help.

In the market for fireplace installation, chimney service, or furnace cleaning in the Potomac, MD area? Contact the team at Wheat & Sons by calling (301) 241-9636 or reaching out online today.

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What To Expect

Discover the Difference

Satisfaction Guaranteed

We stand behind every job we perform, because that’s what it means to be family. Your complete satisfaction is our guarantee.

Upfront
Pricing

You’ll never be stuck with an unexpected bill when your services are complete. We offer upfront, no-surprise pricing, so you can rest assured you’re only paying for the high-quality work you receive.

Trained
Technicians

Our secret to offering the best service in the business is simple. We hire quality people and continually train them to provide the best customer experience possible. We train weekly on service, equipment, diagnosis, and more. You can rest assured that our technicians will bring the industry expertise necessary to exceed your expectations.

Extended
Warranties

We work continuously to keep up with recalls, extended warranties, and notices regarding all plumbing, heating, and AC equipment that we may come in contact with in your home.

Commitment
to Community

We believe that as we grow, so should our community—that’s why we look for every opportunity possible to give back.

Special
Financing

We understand the financial strain that often accompanies new system installation, home remodeling, or unexpected service calls. That’s why we offer special financing to keep your household budget intact. Financing is subject to approved credit

Satisfaction Guaranteed

We stand behind every job we perform, because that’s what it means to be family. Your complete satisfaction is our guarantee.

Upfront
Pricing

You’ll never be stuck with an unexpected bill when your services are complete. We offer upfront, no-surprise pricing, so you can rest assured you’re only paying for the high-quality work you receive.

Trained
Technicians

Our secret to offering the best service in the business is simple. We hire quality people and continually train them to provide the best customer experience possible. We train weekly on service, equipment, diagnosis, and more. You can rest assured that our technicians will bring the industry expertise necessary to exceed your expectations.

Extended
Warranties

We work continuously to keep up with recalls, extended warranties, and notices regarding all plumbing, heating, and AC equipment that we may come in contact with in your home.

Commitment to Community

We believe that as we grow, so should our community—that’s why we look for every opportunity possible to give back.

Easy
Financing

We understand the financial strain that often accompanies new system installation, home remodeling, or unexpected service calls. That’s why we offer easy financing to keep your household budget intact.

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See What Your Neighbors Are Saying

Thank you for sending such great individuals, Matt and John, to our home today. It was initially scheduled to be just a service call to diagnose our plumbing problems, but it turned out that they could easily correct our problem.I want to tell you that these two young men were the ultimate prof...

Gloria M.

Dear Mr. Wheat:We would like to take a moment to thank you sincerely for helping us with our water leak problem. We had no idea of the magnitude or scope of such an undertaking. All of your service men were excellent and highly professional. They were courteous, considerate and informative ever...

Lloyd & Carole W.

This is a much belated thank you. The job that your service men did installing the fireplace units in our house was extraordinary. Our house is nearing a hundred years old and the interior fireplaces are huge solid brick columns extending to the foundation. Getting gas pipes up from the basemen...

John T.

I wanted to write a brief note thanking you for the work you did on our front sewer line. In particular, I wanted to remind you how good your three employees are (Adam, Bill, and Desmond). All were courteous, neat, punctual, pleasant, and extremely hard workers during the week they spent at our...

David J. S.

Thank you for the generous in-kind donation of Delta faucets and shower bathtub valves, valued at $1,500.00. This donation will help Rebuilding Together continue its work to keep families in need at home in safety and independence.The course of one’s life can change in the blink of an eye. Fo...

Susan H.

I recently contracted with your company to complete repairs to a damaged air return and install new heating ducts in my basement room. Please know that your staff completed the work in a professional manner and in the timeframe promised and I am writing to express my thanks for a job well done!...

Joe C.

First off, I wish to express our satisfaction with service performing on our air conditioning unit yesterday by your service technician, Cliff. My husband was impressed by the work that was done efficiently, quickly, and at a reasonable cost. My husband contacted your company yesterday morning....

Jan M.

I have been impressed with your company and its people from the day your sales person walked in here, through all service personnel, and now.By the way, this is a fantastic system. Our energy costs are much lower than before, the airflow is practically unnoticeable, the air temp inside is even,...

Mau V.

Tom, our service tech, was incredibly helpful and pleasant. Not only did he fix our much-missed kitchen faucet, but he was also kind to the family, including the energetic family dogs who played at his feet. There’s a reason we have a service contract with you!

Susan R.

I am thrilled to have found James A James A. Wheat & Sons! There is nothing better than a complete feeling of trust when I need someone’s help and expertise.

Terri J.

Technician was prompt, polite, and obviously knew his business. He thoroughly checked our fireplace insert, and made a check for CO in the room. His work reassured us that the insert and its inlet-outlet system had not suffered earthquake damage. That’s just what we needed to know.

David L.

Our technician, Tom, was outstanding. He was thorough, thoughtful, explained the work to be done, the cost, options, and seemed to take the minimum amount of time to complete the work. The technician’s helper, who came along with Tom, was also a great asset. It was a wonderful experience for ...

James G. R.

Dear Mike,I am writing to say thank you for the great service today. Tim Whistler came to install my gas oven and range. There were a couple of challenges along the way, beginning with the way the gas line had been routed up through my floor . Another challenge was the fact that I have propane,...

Patricia R.

I wanted to make a special note about how professional Mr. Carey was when he visited our home to conduct the estimate. In the last couple of weeks we have spent hundreds of dollars and met with multiple HVAC companies to fix our air conditioner, and we haven’t been impressed with any of them....

Nick H.

Danilo and Ken were here on June 16 to do my AC check. They were extremely thorough at the time and even made sure that my hose connections were nice and secure. today one of my units was not cooling (it may have been that a circuit breaker tripped—I thought I had checked but perhaps I didnâ€...

Susan W.