Swede Chimney Sweep

& Dryer Vent Cleaning

858-573-1672          619-466-1672

Email: office@swedesweep.com

Chimney Sweeping

Creosote is a byproduct of  fire, and will build up inside of the chimney no matter what type of fuel that you burn.  Since creosote is flammable, as its building up the risk of it catching fire increases every time the fireplace is used.  The primary purpose of sweeping the chimney is to remove as much of the flammable creosote as possible and as a result minimize the possibility of having a dangerous chimney fire.

Our Chimney Sweeping Procedure

1. Check creosote buildup in chimney flue and smoke chamber
2. Lay path of runners across any carpeted area to fireplace, position tarp in front of fireplace
3. Set up vacuums, cover fireplace opening, start dust control vacuum (noisy!)
4. Sweep chimney from above with brushes and rods
5. Brush smoke chamber, vacuum behind damper, brush firebox
6. Vacuum remaining soot and ash on firebox floor
7. Notate any conditions found during sweeping process on work order
8. Discuss conditions with homeowner about their fireplace and chimney and recommended repairs

1. Check creosote buildup in chimney flue
2. Lay path of runners across any carpeted area to fireplace, position tarp in front of fireplace
3. Set up vacuums, tools and equipment and start dust control vacuum (noisy!)
4. Sweep chimney from below with Viper brushing system
5. Brush inside of firebox
6. If possible, access chimney from roof and check cap and cover condition
7. Vacuum remaining soot and ash on firebox floor
8. Notate any conditions found during sweeping process on work order
9. Discuss conditions with homeowner about their fireplace and chimney and recommended repairs