Chimney Sweep

What This Service Covers

Sweeping uses a rod-and-brush system run the full length of the flue, from the cap down to the smoke chamber, to dislodge compacted soot and glazed creosote. It works on masonry chimneys, factory-built metal chimneys and wood stove flues, and it's the step that catches buildup sitting above what's visible from the firebox.

Signs You Need It

• Heavy creosote flaking visible just inside the flue opening.
• A wood-burning fireplace or stove used regularly through the season without a sweep yet this year.
• A damper or flue that feels unusually restricted when opened.
• An inspection has flagged glazed or hardened creosote higher in the flue.

Common Causes

Creosote becomes harder to remove the longer it sits, and certain burning habits make it worse — low, smoldering fires, restricted air supply, and burning unseasoned or wet wood all produce thicker, more stubborn deposits than a hot, well-ventilated fire.

Our Process

The crew sets up protective covering at the firebox, runs the brush system the full length of the flue from the top or bottom depending on access, and clears the dislodged material out through the firebox. A flashlight or camera check afterward confirms the flue is clear.

Why Climate Matters Here

Fireplaces and wood stoves used through a long, cold heating season accumulate creosote fastest, which is why an annual sweep before the heaviest part of winter matters most in colder markets — but any wood-burning system, regardless of climate, should get a sweep at least once a year if it's used regularly.