The main reason for chimney sweeping is to prevent house and chimney fires and to prevent the hazards of dangerous fumes emissions from dirty or blocked heating appliances, chimneys and flue ways that enter the house potentially causing death to residents. Chimney sweeping also helps the environment by supporting the complete combustion of the fuel which prevents emission to the atmosphere.
Professional chimney sweeps will clean your chimney from bottom to top using the rods and brushes best suited for your chimney and appliance. Their high powered vacuum will ensure that no dust, dirt, creosote or soot will escape in your home. They will remove the creosote and ashes in your fireplace and appliance too. During the cleaning process, the chimney sweep will make sure that your home will stay clean and tidy. The entire sweeping procedure will guarantee a no-mess and worry-free customer.
Chimney maintenance is best achieved through mechanical sweeping done by trained professional chimney sweep as often as possible accompanied by annual inspections. Chimney sweeping not only strip off creosotes from the surface but also removes loose soot and creosotes in the fireplace or wood stove. Chimneys should be cared for and maintain properly. Unclean chimneys not only collect dirt but also increase the risk of compromising your home, you and your loved ones’ health through many factors. Un-swept chimneys can begin carbon monoxide poisoning inside your home. Lack of information and knowledge on how to clean your chimney is not just useless but dangerous as well.
Chimney sweeping includes consistent monitoring to avoid damage to your chimney. Damage chimneys are dangerous to home and can start fire.
A chimney and fireplace that is not well-maintained can cause problems such as:
- Smoke will fill your house instead of going out through the chimney. This will cause allergies and respiratory problems.
- Overlooked and neglected chimney can cause fire – the most common cause of home firs and is not covered by fire insurance.
- Additional expenses such as unnecessary repairs for – example – crack flue liners or misplaced covers. These expenses are way too big than a one-time chimney cleaning (and inspection) service.