Chimney cleaning is a service that many home owners need to have done at least once per year. If they use their chimneys, it may be necessary to have this kind of cleaning done twice a year. A home owner with a fireplace might only need the chimney cleaned once per year or less if they don’t use their fireplace often. However, a homeowner who is using their chimney for heating purposes will want their chimney cleaned more often because ash and creosote builds up faster. This is important because chimneys that are not in proper working order can be dangerous and result in fires.

The purpose of chimney cleaning is to remove any creosote buildup that has occurred over time in the flue, which means having a professional take care of this task will ensure it gets done right so there’s no risk of fire. There are also times when damage occurs to the inside of the flue, either at the top or bottom where it meets with other parts of the chimney system. When this happens, it may be best to have someone who specializes in masonry work do the necessary repairs instead of opting for someone like a roofing company worker who doesn’t deal with flues on a regular basis.

When homeowners contact Pro Home Roof Leak Repairs, they can count on the job getting done right every time.

The Chimney Cleaning Process

Before the chimney cleaning process begins, a technician from Pro Home Roof Leak Repairs will make a visual inspection of your chimney and flue to ensure there is no fire damage or any other problems that could be hazardous. This also helps determine how long the cleaning process will take. If it’s determined that repairs are needed to fix an issue before the cleaning can begin, they will let you know how much additional time you should expect them to take beyond their initial estimate.

Some of the protective tools we use include:

• ladders and safety harnesses if it is necessary to climb up the exterior of the chimney
• any tools that will be needed, including brushes or rods made of stainless steel
• protective clothing and equipment for everyone who’s involved in this process.

Everyone working on the chimney needs to have goggles or masks as well to keep dust from getting into their eyes. Also, we wear ear protection while exposed to the constant noise of cleaning the flue. All these items are supplied by Pro Home Roof Leak Repairs.

The Cleaning Process

First of all, we prepare the chimney by removing any loose debris that has accumulated on top or around it. We then begin the cleaning at the bottom of the flue so we can remove ash and creosote buildup from there first if it’s caused problems for you in terms of how efficiently your heating system is working. Then, we will lower brush rods with stiff bristles into your flue to scrub away any residue along this part of the chimney where ash and creosote have begun to build up over time. After doing this, we work our way up until eventually reaching your fireplace opening in order to make sure your chimney is absolutely clean and safe for use.

Pro Home Roof Leak Repairs has insurance and liability coverage in place that covers property damage or injuries that may occur during the chimney cleaning process. That way, if someone gets hurt while they’re working on your chimney, you won’t get stuck with any costs associated with having to go to the hospital for treatment.

Give Us A Call Today

If you don’t currently have a fireplace but want one installed in your home so you can enjoy the warmth it provides when needed, give us a call at (631) 315-2800. We have years of experience in the field and can either build your new chimney or install a prefab chimney.