Chimney cleaning in Sweetwater, hearth and room protected
We look for blockages before brushing and remove loose material without pushing damage out of sight.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Clues that the flue needs sweeping
- Smoke drifting into the room
- The damper will not close fully
- Smell that worsens after rain
- Smoke puffing out as a fire starts
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How we keep chimney cleaning tidy and clear
When the flue bends between hearth and top
Not every flue runs straight. Some bend to pass framing or to reach the roof at a different point, and the bend changes what a rod can reach. Flexible rods handle gentle offsets, while a sharp bend may limit how far a brush travels from one end.
Where both ends are accessible, the flue is cleaned from each side to cover the middle. If a section still cannot be reached, we say where it is and what that means for the result. You should not be told a flue is clean when part of it went unbrushed.
Smoke you can see or smell regularly
A fireplace in good order should send its smoke up and out. EPA guidance notes that if you regularly see or smell smoke, there may be a problem. The cause might be the fuel, the way the fire is built, or a restriction in the chimney.
Cleaning addresses the restriction part. When we visit, we ask about the smoke before we start, then look at the flue and cap screen with that complaint in mind. If the flue turns out clear and the smoke persists, we explain the other likely causes.
A faint smell after the flue is cleaned
Disturbing old deposits can leave a faint smell in the room for a short time after cleaning. Opening a window and closing the damper usually clears it. A smell that stays or returns is a different matter.
If the odor persists, tell us when it appears and what it smells like. Note whether rain, the air conditioning or a lit fire makes it stronger. Water in the masonry or debris beyond the reach of the brushes can cause it. We come back to look at it rather than leaving you to guess.
Earlier cleaning records and what they show
If you have records from earlier cleanings, keep them handy for the visit. They show what was found before and whether any repair was recommended. Comparing them with today's deposits can reveal whether burning habits or conditions have changed.
An earlier recommendation that nobody acted on is worth mentioning. We look at that part again and tell you whether the condition seems the same, better or worse. The new written record then carries the story forward. Whoever looks at the chimney next can see what changed and when it was noted.
What is and is not part of the sweep
- Ash removal and bagged debris
- Sealed fireplace opening during brushing
- Debris hauled away at the end
- Glazed deposits priced as a separate item
Common chimney sweeping questions
Can you remove a bird nest during a chimney cleaning?
Not while it is active if the birds are protected. We identify what is there before any brushing. Once the flue is empty and can lawfully be worked on, the nest material comes out as part of the cleaning.
What does the written record of the cleaning include?
It lists the openings and flues cleaned and the areas the brushes reached. It also names anything left unreached and any findings from the visual check. Findings are kept apart from the completed work so you can see both clearly.
Is a chimney cleaning the same as a chimney inspection?
No. A cleaning removes deposits and ends with a look at what the brushes reached. An inspection evaluates the chimney and fireplace as a system. They can be booked together, with the cleaning done ahead of the evaluation.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Flue RepairAssess repairs to damaged existing flue linings and distinguish them from a new liner installation.
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairIdentify and repair manufactured fireplace components using the appropriate model information.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
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