Chimney Sweep

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"NOT" Having Your Chimney Serviced Could Lead To This...

Is Sweeping A Chimney Really Necessary?

        Creosote is a byproduct of fire, and will build up inside of the chimney.   Creosote is extremely flammable, as it is building up the risk of it catching fire increases every time the fireplace is used.   The main purpose of sweeping the chimney is to remove as much of the flammable creosote as possible minimizing the possibility of having a chimney fire.
  bullet   To reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
   
  bullet   To remove acidic buildup that will damage the chimney.
   
  bullet   To allow for proper evaluation of the chimney's condition.
   
  bullet   Assisting in removing noxious odors.
   
  bullet   Improving chimney draw.
   

Our Chimney Sweeping Procedures

Masonry Fireplace And Chimney

  1.   Check creosote buildup in chimney flue and smoke chamber.
  2.   Lay runners across any carpeted area to fireplace, place tarp in front of fireplace.
  3.   Set up vacuums, cover fireplace opening.
  4.   Sweep chimney from above with brushes and rods.
  5.   Brush smoke chamber, vacuum behind damper, brush firebox.
  6.   Vacuum any remaining soot and ash on firebox floor.
  7.   Note any areas of concern found during sweeping process on work order.
  8.   Discuss these with homeowner about their fireplace and chimney and recommended any needed repairs.

Prefab Fireplace

  1.   Check creosote buildup in chimney flue.
  2.   Lay runners across any carpeted area to fireplace, position tarp in front of fireplace.
  3.   Set up vacuums, cover fireplace opening with specially designed tarp.
  4.   Sweep chimney from below with brushes and rods.
  5.   Brush smoke chamber, vacuum behind damper, brush firebox.
  6.   Vacuum remaining soot and ash on firebox floor.
  7.   Brush inside of firebox.
  8.   When possible, access chimney from roof and check cap and cover condition.
  9.   Note any areas of concern found during sweeping process on work order.
  10.  Discuss these with homeowner about their fireplace and chimney and recommended repairs.

Notes

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Procedure varies somewhat for freestanding stoves and stove inserts, but the emphasis is still on being thorough with the sweeping and evaluation, and keeping the area clean!
   
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We will only sweep a stove insert if the flue pipe goes all the way to the top of the chimney!
   
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Some chimney tops can be inaccessible either due to steep roofs or fragile tile.
   
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Always have your chimney system swept and inspected by a professional chimney sweep.
   
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We reserve the right to refuse any job that we feel does not comply with proper Listings, Codes or guidelines that pertain to the system's construction as well as clearances to combustibles -- especially with stoves and prefab fireplaces, this is regardless of whether the installation was approved by ANY authority prior to our visit.
   
   

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