Chimney Cleaning Services
Chimney Sweeps
The National Fire Protection Association Codes and standards (NFP211) recommends that all wood burning systems be swept by a Certified Chimney Technician each year or after every cord of wood is burned. By following these guidelines, you ensure that your system is ready for the next burning season and that dangerous creosote is removed from the flue system to minimize the chance of both chimney fires and hazardous fumes in your home.
Our Chimney Sweep Process
When our technicians arrive, they begin by carefully moving any furniture or personal items close to your fireplace. Drop cloths are then put in place to protect your furniture and flooring. Upon proper inspection of your chimney and flue, the technician performs a sweep of the smoke chamber and flue system using industry standard tools and brushes. A vacuum is used to eliminate dust particles from spreading and to collect the residue resulting from creosote and soot removal. Once the sweep of the chimney interior has been completed the technician will also vacuum both the shelf holding the damper in place and the firebox and hearth. This is to ensure all creosote layers have been removed and will no longer be a fire hazard.
In some instances, a manual sweep may not be enough to safely eliminate the creosote accumulation present. Should this occur there are several options that your technician can recommend and discuss with you in detail. For example, utilizing additional brushes in combination with a power drill may be all that is required. However, in instances where the buildup is significantly heavier (stage three) a chemical treatment may be required.