Winter has finally taken a rest until later in the year. Now is a great time to have chimney fireplace cleaning in Stevensville MD performed so you’re ready for next season’s first brisk wind. The main reason to have your chimney and fireplace thoroughly cleaned and inspected is to reduce the chance of a fire. A fireplace will operate at peak performance when the chimney is clean, the damper is in proper working order, and the liner is free of any damage. Chimney fires can be prevented by regular maintenance, inspections, sweeping and carbon monoxide poisoning testing.
If a fireplace hasn’t been used much, it should still be inspected and cleaned before the next use. When a homeowner has Chimney Fireplace Cleaning in Stevensville MD performed, a chimney sweep will cover the furniture and flooring in the room to prevent any dirt from ruining things in the area. The chimney sweep will use long rods that look like a giant bottle brush to can start at the flue of the chimney or at the top of the chimney. They will wear protective clothing, mask, and goggles to keep the dust and debris from entering their system. The main goal during the cleaning is to scrape all of the built up from the fireplace from the chimney walls. After it’s all removed, they will use a vacuum and broom to clean up.
A chimney sweep will remove any critters such as birds and bats that may have decided to build a home in the chimney. They will inspect the cap that covers the chimney to make sure it’s secure. They will also check the outside and the inside of the chimney for any signs of cracking. Small cracks should be repaired quickly to avoid water entering the area. Dampness can cause a damper in a fireplace to become rusted and very hot fires can cause the firebrick to crack. Any signs of wear will be reported to the owner upon completion of the cleaning.
If you want to make sure your chimney and fireplace are in the best condition possible, please contact Complete Chimneys LLC.
