Fireplaces

What happens when you burn wood?

1. The smokier the fire...  The more the creosote builds up.
2. The buildup of creosote is unavoidable in your fireplace, wood stove, or insert.
3. Creosote and soot reduce the draft and diminish the efficiency of your heating system.
4. Creosote is the primary fuel in most chimney fires!
5. If you have a chimney fire . . . Call the fire department immediately and get your family out of the house

Inspections:

We first check the fireplace system or wood stove to see if it needs cleaned. We visually inspect the chimney, firebox, smoke shelf and damper for soundness.

Cleanings:

Sweeping a fireplace does not create a mess because we take extra precaution. We protect the floor with a large drop cloth. The soot sweeper with its powerful vacuum and dust free filter and hose will provide a dust and soot free environment. Chimney sweeping remove dangerous, flammable creosote from inside the flue.

The National Fire Protection Association recommends chimneys, fireplaces, and vents shall be inspected and/or cleaned at least once a year.