Servicing your fireplace can be simple and effective when working with our certified team! Woodburning fireplaces including brick fireplaces, inserts, stoves, and even pizza ovens require regular cleaning. All of our cleanings include a level one inspection. The best time to schedule maintenance service for your fireplace is in the spring and summer, to ensure any soot from the winter doesn’t get wet in the spring and develop any smoky smells in your home during the off-season. Cleaning your fireplace and chimney before the season ensures you are ready to burn as soon as the first chilly night occurs or even if you decide to make a few s’mores over the summer. Add us to your spring cleaning list!
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The chimney sweep process is different depending on what type chimney and fireplace you have. In general, when you call a professional chimney sweep like Capitol Chimney Service, the chimney sweep will first access your chimney from the roof to clean out your flue (your chimney’s venting system) from the top. A vacuum is used at the bottom of your fireplace to collect any soot and debris from contaminating your home.
Once your chimney is cleaned from the roof, the chimney sweep will then clean your fireplace, woodstove, or fireplace insert from the inside of your house.
It’s best to hire a chimney sweep for safety reasons. For example, in some situations, chimney deposits create large blockages that you are too dangerous to clean with a brush for risk of igniting them and causing a chimney fire (if this is the case, you need a chimney repair).
How often you need a chimney sweep actually depends on how often you use your fireplace. For most people, a yearly professional chimney sweep will suffice to make sure your chimney is clear of blockages and buildup, operates efficiently, and is not at high risk for chimney fires.
In order to determine if your chimney needs cleaning, check the inside of your chimney with a flashlight once a month to assess the amount of creosote and soot buildup. If you notice a 1/4 inch or more of buildup, contact Capitol Chimney Service for chimney cleaning today.
Between professional chimney sweeps, you should sweep and dust your fireplace hearth after each use to help prevent residue buildup in your fireplace. In addition, avoid using chemical cleaners on your fireplace. Even after they dry, some cleaners can leave a flammable residue on your fireplace surface.
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