# Old Tyme Chimney Sweep Inc. **Trade:** Chimney Services · **Phone:** (508) 759-0930 · **Website:** https://www.oldtymechimneysweep.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.8/5** (high confidence) — from 25 reviews across 5 sources. A 0–5 star rating built from what customers and the public say (every review and mention weighted by where it was posted, how old, how detailed and how credible it is, shrunk toward a 3.5★ baseline when evidence is thin) plus what the record shows (Reddit recommendations or warnings, a registry-verified licence, how recently they were reviewed, customer work photos, BBB grade, negative news, a revoked licence). Positive record counts only as far as the reviews have earned it; penalties count in full. Confidence describes how much weighted evidence stands behind the number, never the number itself: low when fewer than about five normal reviews' worth of weight (or mentions only) support it, medium up to about twenty, high beyond that across at least two sources. An operator flag for a suspicious review pattern caps a rating at 3.5★ and marks it low. 100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 7 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Old Tyme Chimney Sweep, Inc. is a Buzzards Bay chimney company working across Cape Cod on sweeps, inspections, leak and masonry repair, liners, caps, dampers and re-flashing, plus fireplace and wood-stove servicing. The Better Business Bureau records the business as trading since 1996 and incorporated in 2017 under owner Daniel P Hill, and the company itself claims about three decades of work. Its credential is confirmed rather than claimed: Massachusetts registry records an active Home Improvement Contractor registration, 192462, held by OLD TYME CHIMNEY SWEEP, INC - the same number the company prints on its own website. The review record is small but recent and unusually consistent about one thing: honesty on what does NOT need doing. A 2026 reviewer said the crew took roof photos, explained what they found and said plainly that the issues did not need fixing right now, giving a written quote for later; another was told by a different company that the whole chimney needed replacing and says Old Tyme found only a cracked cap and some patchwork; a third describes them declining to sell anything extra. In a March 2026 review a customer whose wood/coal stove another firm had refused after charging $395 said Old Tyme came within a few days and swept the chimney and cleaned the stove. Responsiveness comes up repeatedly: a Friday-after-five voicemail returned within the hour with the technician on site the next day, a Sunday call returned early Monday and fitted in, and a next-afternoon chimney cap after a squirrel got in. Named technicians - Ken, Dan, Josh, Kenny and Terry - recur across the reviews. What to ask about before booking: the record is almost entirely five-star and comes from one platform, and the BBB profile carries an A+ rating while stating the business is NOT BBB accredited - two separate facts. BBB also lists a single employee against a company that reviewers describe as a crew, so confirm who will actually be on your roof, and get the written estimate the reviews praise. **Strengths:** - Honest assessments — reviewers say they decline unnecessary work - Fast callbacks — a Friday evening voicemail returned within an hour - Free estimates — a 2025 reviewer notes no charge to quote - Named crew — Ken, Dan and Josh recur across reviews - Clean work — customers report no soot left behind **Concerns:** - One-sided record — nearly every review on file is five stars - Not BBB accredited — the A+ grade sits on an unaccredited profile **Where sources disagree:** - The BBB profile prints an A+ rating while stating plainly that the business is NOT a BBB Accredited Business - two separate facts that should not be read as one endorsement. - BBB lists the company as having ONE employee, while reviews describe a crew and name at least five different workers (Ken, Dan, Josh, Kenny, Terry) - the directory headcount and the written record disagree. - Two different Buzzards Bay addresses appear for the business: 5 Breakers Drive on BBB and 16 Monack Rd on BuildZoom. - The company's own site says both more than three decades and nearly three decades of experience, and BBB records the business as started in 1996 but incorporated only in 2017 - the trading history and the corporate entity are different ages. - BuildZoom's BZ SCORE of 90 is licence- and permit-derived, not customer sentiment, and BuildZoom itself states it holds no reviews for this business; its listed services menu (kitchen, bathroom and whole-home remodels) is a generic project list, not this chimney company's work. ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Massachusetts registry records an active Home Improvement Contractor registration, 192462, held by OLD TYME CHIMNEY SWEEP, INC, matching the number the company prints on its own website. _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](https://www.oldtymechimneysweep.com) — “Self-reported license/registration number (NOT verified against any registry): Home Improvement Contractor Reg. #192462” - [State License Registry](https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search) — “MA hic license 192462 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: OLD TYME CHIMNEY SWEEP, INC” - A June 2026 reviewer said they left a voicemail on a Friday after 5pm about replacing a cap, got a call back about an hour later, and the technician arrived the next day within the promised window at a fair price. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aSlZsWTFWbWd6YjFrelFqaHROWFY1YTFKbWIzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnZJVlY1Vmgzb1kzQjhtNXV5a1Jmb3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called on a Friday after 5 to replace a cap. Left a message and figured I would get a call back In a few days. Received return call abo…” - A May 2026 reviewer said the company was honest and did not try to sell anything extra, taking time to do the job properly and explaining how the fireplace was built and its condition. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2paNlIzTkRaWGRPYXpWRk0zTktkamxqVTBKa1VuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjZ6R3NDZXdOazVFM3NKdjljU0JkUnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ They did a great job. Was honest, didnt try to sell anything extra. Came in took the time to do it right. Discussed how the fireplace was…” - In a March 2026 review a homeowner whose wood and coal stove another chimney company had declined to service after charging $395 said Old Tyme came within a few days, swept the chimney and thoroughly cleaned the stove. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oSVNqQlZhVzAyUWpkek1TMWlhbWN3Y0RrelNsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhISjBVaW02QjdzMS1iamcwcDkzSlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called another Chimney Sweep Company in town. I have a wood/coal burning stove and the liner only goes 6 ft up. They came out and afte…” - A November 2025 reviewer said Dan arrived early to quote at no charge and Ken repointed the masonry and installed a cap, calling the price reasonable. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21GdVNHWlhRMnQyVnpGZlVISndRVzh0Um1jd05FRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmFuSGZXQ2t2VzFfUHJwQW8tRmcwNEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very satisfied. Dan was prompt (actually early) to provide an estimate, and Ken did an outstanding job repointing the masonry and install…” - A January 2026 reviewer with a leaking chimney said Ken diagnosed the problem, returned on the agreed date and communicated well throughout. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xscVNEVk1VR3RHY0daVFZucFFTa0pTTjA4MFZHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOllqSDVMUGtGcGZTVnpQSkJSN080VGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My chimney was leaking and Ken came out to check it out. He found the problem and we set another date to come back and fix the leak. He s…” - A long-standing customer wrote in April 2026 that from an emergency issue years ago to regular cleaning now, scheduling is easy and communication quick. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s5MU0wbG1jV05VUms5V2JGaDBXa1ZoVms1T2QxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk91M0lmcWNURk9WbFh0WkVhVk5Od1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ ALWAYS great to work with. From an emergency issue a few years ago to our regular cleaning now, these guys are awesome. Scheduling is e…” - Beyond sweeping, the company converts fireplaces (one 2025 reviewer describes a former gas fireplace turned into a wood-burning one), installs stainless steel liners and caps, repoints masonry and repairs leaks. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://www.oldtymechimneysweep.com) — “A Cape Cod chimney company offering chimney sweeping, inspections, leak and masonry repair, dampers, steel liners, caps and re-flashing for …” - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/buzzards-bay/profile/chimney-cleaning/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc-0021-38267) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Chimney leak repair, Chimney repairs, Chimney sweeps, Chimney liners, Re-flashing, Chimney caps, …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21jdFdVZGpkREJ6TFhReGVFbzBWME40Tkd0VlZHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmctWUdjdDBzLXQxeEo0V0N4NGtVVGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ The very best team! From booking to prepping and day of execution, they successfully and spotlessly turned a former gas fireplace into a …” - Cape neighbours recommended the company on Nextdoor in November 2025 from Mashpee, Sandwich and Orleans, one citing quick response and excellent service overall. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Nextdoor](https://nextdoor.com/p/GqqkKD9qwTqc) — “Nextdoor (Sandwich, MA) — Old Tyme chimney” - [Nextdoor](https://nextdoor.com/p/GqqkKD9qwTqc) — “Nextdoor (Mashpee, MA) — Old Tyme Chimney !” - [Nextdoor](https://nextdoor.com/p/9RMShZb6t7NK) — “Nextdoor (Orleans, MA) — Old Tyme Chimney quick response, excellent overall” - The Better Business Bureau grades the business A+ while recording that it is NOT BBB accredited, and lists it as started in 1996, incorporated in 2017, with owner Mr. Daniel P Hill and one employee. _(confidence: high)_ - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/buzzards-bay/profile/chimney-cleaning/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc-0021-38267) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+” - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/buzzards-bay/profile/chimney-cleaning/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc-0021-38267) — “BBB profile for Old Tyme Chimney Sweep, Inc at 5 Breakers Drive, Buzzards Bay MA 02532 (phone 508-759-0930), carrying an A+ BBB rating while…” - The written record is almost entirely five-star and concentrated on one platform, so it shows little about how the company handles a disputed job. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Old%20Tyme%20Chimney%20Sweep%20Inc.&query_place_id=ChIJBSUKcOXI5IkRWx4bEfDyPrs) — “Google: 4.8★ from 55 ratings” - The read rests on 25 reviews dated 2022 to 2026, seven of them in the last six months and none negative, a 4.8-star Google average across 55 ratings, and three November 2025 Nextdoor recommendations from Cape towns. _(confidence: high)_ - [Nextdoor](https://nextdoor.com/p/GqqkKD9qwTqc) — “Nextdoor (Mashpee, MA) — Old Tyme Chimney !” - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Old%20Tyme%20Chimney%20Sweep%20Inc.&query_place_id=ChIJBSUKcOXI5IkRWx4bEfDyPrs) — “Google: 4.8★ from 55 ratings” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aSlZsWTFWbWd6YjFrelFqaHROWFY1YTFKbWIzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnZJVlY1Vmgzb1kzQjhtNXV5a1Jmb3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called on a Friday after 5 to replace a cap. Left a message and figured I would get a call back In a few days. Received return call abo…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oSVNqQlZhVzAyUWpkek1TMWlhbWN3Y0RrelNsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhISjBVaW02QjdzMS1iamcwcDkzSlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called another Chimney Sweep Company in town. I have a wood/coal burning stove and the liner only goes 6 ft up. They came out and afte…” - Specializes in Chimney Services _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](https://www.oldtymechimneysweep.com) — “A Cape Cod chimney company offering chimney sweeping, inspections, leak and masonry repair, dampers, steel liners, caps and re-flashing for …” - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/buzzards-bay/profile/chimney-cleaning/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc-0021-38267) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Chimney leak repair, Chimney repairs, Chimney sweeps, Chimney liners, Re-flashing, Chimney caps, …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aSlZsWTFWbWd6YjFrelFqaHROWFY1YTFKbWIzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnZJVlY1Vmgzb1kzQjhtNXV5a1Jmb3c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called on a Friday after 5 to replace a cap. Left a message and figured I would get a call back In a few days. Received return call abo…” - Also offers Masonry _(confidence: medium)_ - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/buzzards-bay/profile/chimney-cleaning/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc-0021-38267) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Chimney leak repair, Chimney repairs, Chimney sweeps, Chimney liners, Re-flashing, Chimney caps, …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21GdVNHWlhRMnQyVnpGZlVISndRVzh0Um1jd05FRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbb3ef2f0111b1e5b!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmFuSGZXQ2t2VzFfUHJwQW8tRmcwNEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very satisfied. Dan was prompt (actually early) to provide an estimate, and Ken did an outstanding job repointing the masonry and install…” ## License Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://madpl.mylicense.com/Verification/ ## Sources - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Old%20Tyme%20Chimney%20Sweep%20Inc.&query_place_id=ChIJBSUKcOXI5IkRWx4bEfDyPrs): 4.8★ from 55 ratings - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Old%20Tyme%20Chimney%20Sweep%20Inc.&query_place_id=ChIJBSUKcOXI5IkRWx4bEfDyPrs): Listed on this source - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/buzzards-bay/profile/chimney-cleaning/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc-0021-38267): Listed on this source - [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-bourne): Listed on this source - [Official Website](https://www.oldtymechimneysweep.com): 30 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details - [Exa](https://www.oldtymechimneysweep.com/): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source) - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc): Listed on this source ## Mentions Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding. - “Old Tyme Chimney !” — nextdoor.com (2025-11-18) — https://nextdoor.com/p/GqqkKD9qwTqc - “Old Tyme chimney” — nextdoor.com (2025-11-17) — https://nextdoor.com/p/GqqkKD9qwTqc - “Old Tyme Chimney quick response, excellent overall” — nextdoor.com (2025-11-12) — https://nextdoor.com/p/9RMShZb6t7NK ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Seth Casriel · 2026-07-10**: These guys are great! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joe A · 2026-06-20**: I called on a Friday after 5 to replace a cap. Left a message and figured I would get a call back In a few days. Received return call about an hour later. Ken showed up next day within time Frame. Fair price and professional job. I will hire him again in the future and would highly recommend . - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lori M. · 2026-06-13**: Exemplary customer service and highly reliable. I wholeheartedly recommend Old Tyme Chimney Sweep! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sarah Richter · 2026-05-08**: They did a great job. Was honest, didnt try to sell anything extra. Came in took the time to do it right. Discussed how the fireplace was built and its condition. Very happy with the service. Was able to pay with cash or check and didnt have to wait for an invoice. Thank you for your expertise on ke… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Krista Angell · 2026-04-30**: ALWAYS great to work with. From an emergency issue a few years ago to our regular cleaning now, these guys are awesome. Scheduling is easy, communication is quick, service is top notch. All questions are answered honestly and we know they treat our chimney as their own. We plan to be customers f… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Katy Moran · 2026-03-31**: Excellent customer service. They provided prompt assistance to our chimney. Josh was kind and knowledgeable. The service was fast and efficient. I will highly recommend them to family and friends. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lyn Moylan · 2026-03-24**: I called another Chimney Sweep Company in town. I have a wood/coal burning stove and the liner only goes 6 ft up. They came out and after banging the connection with a hammer, and climbing up in the roof, they told me they were unable to do the job They said I was up to code but not up to their st… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kevin Rodrigues · 2026-01-01**: My chimney was leaking and Ken came out to check it out. He found the problem and we set another date to come back and fix the leak. He showed back up on time and was great with his communication. Highly recommend. This will be my go to Chimney company for future maintenance and repairs - **5/5 · Google Reviews · A A · 2025-11-25**: The very best team! From booking to prepping and day of execution, they successfully and spotlessly turned a former gas fireplace into a wood fire fireplace. Thank you to the amazing team! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · h badger · 2025-11-08**: Very satisfied. Dan was prompt (actually early) to provide an estimate, and Ken did an outstanding job repointing the masonry and installing a cap. Unlike other companies, there was no charge for the estimate, and I believe the price was reasonable. I highly recommend, and appreciate their professio… --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-08-20T05:36:54.416Z. Cite as: Old Tyme Chimney Sweep Inc. — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/old-tyme-chimney-sweep-inc