FAQs

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that in one year, 5,500 fires were attributed to chimneys. As a result of these fires, 130 people died, 230 people were injured, and total property loss was set at more than $184.4 million. In addition, there were a minimum of 119 deaths from carbon monoxide and at [...]

We recommend that you have your chimney cleaned annually or about every cord of wood burned. If you have gas logs, we come and do a "refurbish" to clear out the creosote and carbon build up inside the fireplace. This includes new sand, rocks and embers under the logs. If you notice an odor or if [...]

The primary job of a chimney service professional is to monitor your chimney, clean and maintain your chimney, and to prescribe changes to improve its performance and safety. If you need your chimney cleaned request an online quote or call us today at 1-800-Chimney

The Chimney Sweep serviceman will check the condition of your firebox, damper, and flue to determine typical problems such as built up creosote, mortar deterioration, obstructions inside the flue, and malfunctioning damper parts. He will alert you to any problems that he finds and provide you with a written estimate for any needed chimney repairs. [...]

Creosote or "soot" is caused by simply burning materials, such as wood, in your fireplace. There is no way to prevent the buildup of creosote. Now you are probably asking, "What is creosote?" It is basically unburned fuel that gathers in the form of black powder, flakes, or a baked-on glaze, depending on the degree of [...]

Sometimes, more than one thing can contribute to a smoking problem. Smoke problems may be caused by: A dirty flue / chimney preventing draft A bigger or smaller flue than needed Improper air pressure in the house Wind direction Obstruction in flue Damper not opening properly If you need your chimney cleaned request an online [...]

A spark arrestor is a metal screen that catches sparks and hot embers that may escape your chimney if not in place. Today, spark arrestors are commonly built into chimney caps, which our company can provide and install for you. If you need your chimney cleaned request an online quote or call us today at [...]