Chimney Sweep and Inspection Services
Every first service must to start with an inspection. It is an industry standard requirement but unfortunately, a largely overlooked portion of servicing hearth appliances. We use state of the art inspection equipment and software to provide our homeowners with peace of mind and a professional explanation of the findings during the service. Also, our reports can help the claims process if you are needing to pursue an insurance claim after a sudden occurrence.
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No matter what type of appliance: wood, gas or pellet this initial inspection will be necessary.
Included with services:
Inspection of System
- Copy of inspection
report emailed
- Inspection of all accessible areas of the system which may include attics or basements
- Cameras and specialty tools may be necessary to properly inspect
- Restrictions due to safety or necessary demolition for access will be notated
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Sweep Service
- All of the listed parts of the inspection and a rotary sweep of the flue system. ASH DUMPS ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH THIS SERVICE.
Every time you use your fireplace, creosote is created and deposited on the inside of your chimney. How? As smoke travels up the chimney, it cools and deposits this organic substance on your chimney liner. As that substance cools even more, it solidifies and results in a caked on substance that will build up use after use. Creosote is made up of particles from the wood and is incredibly flammable. After enough creosote builds up, it can ignite and launch a fast-spreading, dangerous chimney fire. Sweeping your chimney regularly can help prevent this accumulation but certain circumstances may create excess creosote like wet "unseasoned" fuel or improperly installed appliances.
What to know when preparing for
The Floo Network to service your chimney
Once you have your chimney sweeping booked it would be very helpful to us if you could be prepared for our visit.
Please remove any items from your mantel piece and hearth and any un-burnt fuel from the firebox itself.
Either cover or remove any light furnishings or anything of value for your own peace of mind, although we always take care to ensure that the fireplace is covered while we work.
You may also want to lay dust sheets or paper from the front door to the fireplace to protect floors/carpets. Again, we will respect your home and take care. We always carry protective disposable shoe covers to use when necessary. If possible, we ask for a 6 foot x 6 foot work space in front of the appliance for servicing.
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Please feel free to call or email if you have any questions.