Chimney Sweep Burlington
You’re here because you’ve found yourself with a chimney problem. Our technicians will come to your home and perform a tailored service just for you so your chimney problem can be a thing of the past.
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Allstar Chimney Sweep Burlington
Since its establishment over 30 years ago, Allstar Chimney Sweep Burlington has been dedicated to ensuring the safety of chimney use in our community. We prioritize the well-being of our fellow community members and consistently undergo training to stay current with the safest and most efficient chimney service methods. Our commitment is reflected in the use of industry-leading products and service techniques for each and every customer.
While your chimney may not require frequent sweeps, the National Fire Protection Association recommends an annual chimney inspection. This inspection significantly reduces the risk of a house fire. Our skilled technicians at Allstar conduct comprehensive multi-point inspections that cover every aspect of your chimney and fireplace.
To keep you informed, our technicians capture photos throughout the inspection process and provide you with a condition report once the services are completed. Since we offer sweeps, waterproofing, animal removals, installations, and repairs, we are fully equipped to address any necessary chimney and fireplace maintenance.
Neglecting to assess your chimney or fireplace can have profound consequences for both you and your home. Some degree of chimney deterioration is common due to the constant exposure to precipitation. Comparable to a sponge, a masonry chimney is porous and absorbs and releases water. Over time, this repetitive cycle leads to the breakdown of brick and mortar, resulting in a leaky chimney. Such leaks cause brick discoloration, rust on chimney and fireplace components, mold growth, and unpleasant odors.
These water-related issues aren’t exclusive to masonry chimneys. Prefabricated chimneys also experience leaks that yield similar outcomes. Ultimately, even if your chimney isn’t actively being used, regular inspection is essential to ensuring your safety and avoiding costly damage to your home.
You have the power to prevent unforeseen circumstances arising from a neglected chimney. Allstar Chimney Sweep Burlington is at your service, ready to assist you in scheduling your annual inspection today. This proactive step ensures that your chimney poses no threat to you or your home.
Commonly Requested Services
Chimney Sweep
Chimney sweeps are vital to the lifespan of your chimney and in promoting safety in your home as a whole. A sweep removes soot and creosote to help you avoid the devastating result of a chimney or house fire. They also offer the great benefit of providing the technician performing the sweep with the opportunity to complete an inspection on your fireplace and chimney to make sure other safety measures are also in place.
Chimney Repair
No one should be in need of a masonry repair and be faced with a long drawn-out process. Allstar proudly offers a two-step process in masonry repairs. Step one consists of you getting your initial inspection. Step two consists of the technicians coming right back to your home to complete your specialized repair plan. A huge part of our mission is to provide quality repairs while also using the opportunity to involve and educate our customers.
Chimney Inspection
All people do not get inspections for the same reasons. Some people are experiencing issues such as water leaks or foul smells while others may be in the process of buying, selling, or renovating their homes. Whatever the reason is that you’re seeking an inspection, Allstar has you covered. With over 30 years of experience, Allstar has created an inspection process that will include a survey of each aspect of your chimney.
What Exactly do we do so Well?
So you are looking to get your chimney swept… What exactly should you expect? A huge mess? A two-hour drag? Something quick and easy that you don’t have to pay too much mind?
The Visit
Likely the sweep will first come to check and prepare the area for sweeping. They they proceed to clean out the chimney of any residue left from use, as well as water and possibly animal debris. Then a quick and procedure primarily based on inspecting the chimney for any issues before informing the customer of any repairs they may need done.
The average chimney sweep should take around an hour, though a longer slot may be scheduled just in case something goes wrong or the chimney just needs that extra time to get cleaned out. When the visit is done however, everything should be cleaned up and you should not be able to even tell that a chimney sweep was there.
The Tools of the Trade
Sadly there is likely to be a mess if you use your chimney and only get it swept once per year. However, there should not be too much worry about your hand as the sweepers likely will come with a vacuum on hand to get up anything that falls loose.
As for what will be falling, likely soot and tar, often time creosote, as the sweep goes and brushes it out, the sweepers use metal bristled brushes attached to long rods to scrap the settlement off the inner walls. They will also be outfitted in gloves, goggles, and masks to protect themselves from soot and ash.
The sweeps also will have some actual technology on them. While the brushes may be motorized, it can be hard to get a good look into a chimney with just the human body. So they may bring cameras and other inspection equipment to check for weathering, leaks, or any obstructions within the chimney.
They likely will also bring mats to put down so as not to stain any carpet. This is just for the customer’s satisfaction and to help ease cleaning as some of the stuff scrapped out that lands in the fireplace may be toxic.
The Obstacles
There are many things a chimney sweep may find and many ways they may go about the sweep. Some go up from the flue and others down from the access, with the primary goal just being to clean those bits of any residue or grime that may have settled upon them.
They are also trained to handle animals, who often find chimneys an ideal location due to being protected from the elements, dark, closed off, and usually quiet. The sweepers will be able to remove these animals safely and dissuade them from returning.
While not the primary goal, a sweeper will also inspect the entire chimney for any engineering needs. They may not have the tools on hand to address the issues—especially if the problem is due to water damage—but will inform you of anything they find and how it is best dealt with. This can range from just needing a part replaced or a new lining to rebuilding a massive chunk of the chimney.
Sootmaster’s Promise
We at Sootmaster offer full sweeps, as well as inspections, repairs, and installations. So if you get a sweep and they identify anything wrong. It’s a simple as booking another appointment. Yyou can trust us to come back later and fix it at your nearest convenience.
Servicing your chimney does not have to be hard for you. Allstar is here to help you get rid of the stress of maintaining your fireplace and chimney.
You’ve finally found the right people to satisfy all your chimney and fireplace needs, contact us now!
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