Minneapolis, MN Chimney Sweeping
Stay on top of chimney safety with annual inspections and chimney sweeping
Most masonry chimneys are built with clay tile flue liners. These clay tile lining systems are exposed to extreme heat, cold, and moisture which can result in premature failure. Having an annual inspection by our certified chimney sweeps can allow us to catch issues before they turn into big problems. Creosote is naturally acidic, stinky, and extremely flammable and when left on the inner surfaces of a chimney can cause a chimney fire and cause the components of the fireplace and chimney to deteriorate much faster than they naturally would.
It is essential to clean your chimney to prevent a chimney fire.
annual fireplace inspections
The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) both recommend an annual chimney inspection, and cleaning if needed, to keep your chimney and fireplace in good condition and prevent fire hazards. Most homeowners are under the assumption that they only need to have an inspection done if they burn a lot of wood, but the components of a chimney system can be affected by settling and the extreme freezing and thawing that we get here in Minnesota. Our one to two hour chimney inspections not only check for creosote build up, but we are also verifying that there are no signs of deterioration and problems before they become a safety concern or a costly repair.
your chimney Sweeping appointment
What to expect:
When our technician arrives, they will begin by confirming the details of the appointment to ensure that all your needs are met.
Our technician will perform a preliminary visual inspection of the fireplace to assess the amount of build up for proper brush selection.
If your fireplace needs to be swept, our technician will begin by clearing a 6-8 foot area around your fireplace. After doing so, a drop cloth and floor runners will be laid out to keep your home safe from debris.
Our technician will begin with a rotary brush cleaning of the smoke chamber and lining system. We’ll also clean the firebox as well as the smoke shelf.
Once our technician is done with the sweeping/cleaning, a closed circuit camera inspection is done to get a full 360 degree view of the chimney liner. Throughout the process, pictures are taken of any problems for proper documentation.
A visual inspection from the roof is done to check the condition of the exterior brickwork, flashing, chimney caps, and liner. If any damage or improper chimney construction is found, our technician will inform you of all the repair options.
