How can you tell when to sweep your chimney?
We suggest sweeping masonry fireplaces when there’s about 1/8″ of soot buildup, or sooner if glaze (creosote) is seen. Fire safety experts agree that this amount can lead to chimney fires that might harm the chimney or spread to your home. Additionally, bird nests are often found and removed from chimneys each year.
A CSIA certified chimney sweep Cert. # 8354, inspection comes with every sweep. A detailed report and photos of concerns are provided.
As a Michigan mechanical licensed contractor 7113434, central air duct cleaning with the patented Rotobrush system, and central makeup air installation & service and clothes dryer vent cleaning & installation and bathroom vent repairs and updates are additionally offered.
From replacing loose bricks in your firebox, to Guardian S.C.R. parging the fireplace smoke chamber, or redressing a broken damper professional and comprehensive repair services are offered. Additionally, offered is a range of solutions for chimney masonry and chases.)
Is what you call a chimney actually called a “chase”? Many homeowners have called us over the years with a request for help with a wooden chimney, or a vinyl sided chimney. Did you know that this is actually not a chimney, but rather a chase? If the homeowner doesn’t know what they actually have,… Is what you call
Over the years, many fireplace users have complained that smoke was coming back into the home when they use their fireplace. They would often tell me that this used to not occur when using the fireplace, and that it’s a new problem. Sometimes there would be an interesting twist… like smoke was only coming in… Over the years, many
