Nest removal and chimney clean-up in Coral Terrace
We check the damper, lining and top for damage the animal left behind and price any repair separately.
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- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Evidence of a raccoon, squirrel or bird
- Scratching sounds from the fireplace
- Animals seen entering the chimney top
- Flies gathering near the hearth
- Smoke backing up after a long idle spell
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Chimney animal removal decisions
Other birds nesting on the smoke shelf
Birds other than swifts sometimes build nests on the smoke shelf, on top of the damper or just inside the top of the flue. Twigs, grass and leaves falling into the firebox are a common sign.
Whether the nest can come out now depends on the species and whether it is active. Once it can, the material is removed in full, because a nest is combustible and blocks the draft. We then look at how the birds got in and price a screened cap if one is needed.
An animal in a flue serving another appliance
A chimney can hold a flue for an appliance other than the fireplace. If an animal or nest is in that flue, it can block the path the appliance uses to vent. Combustion gases may then have nowhere to go but back into the house.
If you suspect this, leave that appliance off until the flue has been looked at, and tell us which appliance it is. We identify the blocked flue and explain what needs to happen before the appliance is used again. The appliance itself may need its own service visit.
Checking the cap screen over time
A cap keeps working only while its screen is whole. Storms, falling branches and determined animals can tear or loosen it. Soot and debris can also clog the mesh.
Look at the top from the ground now and then, especially after a strong storm. If the screen looks damaged or the cap looks crooked, tell us. We can repair or replace it before an animal finds the gap. A quick look from the yard after any strong wind is usually enough to spot it.
An animal trapped above a closed damper
An animal trapped between the damper and the flue can be noisy and distressing to hear. The closed damper is keeping it out of the room, which is the right place to keep it for now.
Do not open the damper to let the animal into the house. Tell us what you hear. We plan to reach the animal from above or through the damper in a controlled way, with the room protected and a container ready. The written record notes how it was done.
What sits inside the animal removal scope
- Referral where a wildlife professional is needed
- Flue brushed after the animal leaves
- Written record of what was found
- Remains removed if an animal died
Questions about animals in the chimney
Can I just put a cap on the chimney myself?
Not while an animal may be inside, because it would be trapped. The cap goes on only after the flue is confirmed empty. Tell us if a cap has already been fitted, because it changes where we start.
Can a squirrel get stuck in a chimney?
Yes. Squirrels can fall into an uncapped flue and be unable to climb a smooth lining. A trapped squirrel needs a way out or a careful capture. We identify the situation before anything is disturbed.
How long does chimney animal removal take?
It depends on the animal and the rules. A trapped squirrel may be a single visit, while bat exclusion or waiting for young birds can take longer. We tell you at the start if more than one visit is likely.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
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