The majority of chimney fires in Lancaster, WI, and surrounding areas happen because the homeowners neglected basic chimney maintenance. One maintenance task you can’t afford to neglect for the safety of your home & family is chimney sweep services. Chimney Specialists of Lancaster would like to show you why chimney cleaning is so important and cover the benefits it will bring to you as a homeowner.
The Job of a Chimney Sweep
Professional chimney sweeps use a wide selection of specialized tools and equipment to address two primary issues with chimneys:
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Buildup of flammable creosote
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Outside debris that blocks the flue and causes drafting problems
Creosote is a byproduct of combustion and forms inside a chimney flue every time a wood fire is burned. Even a relatively small amount of creosote can ignite and start a chimney fire. Our chimney sweep technicians know how to safely remove this substance from your Lancaster chimney and dramatically reduce the chance of a chimney fire.
Chimney Cleaning To Remove Creosote
Along with creosote, outside debris presents a danger to chimney owners. If you use your chimney without a proper chimney cap, you leave the flue open to tree debris and small animals that like to build nests in chimneys. The result is a narrowed flue that can no longer draft smoke efficiently. Worse than smoke is the carbon monoxide present in smoke. Invisible and odorless, carbon monoxide is known to be deadly when inhaled by people and their pets in sufficient amounts.
Chimney sweep service scheduled once a year will address both of these issues and keep your chimney safe and performing at its best.
Lancaster Chimney Inspection & Repair
We encourage Lancaster homeowners to have us inspect their chimneys at the same time we’re cleaning them. This is the best way for you to learn about early signs of damage and malfunction so you can have the issues addressed before serious problems occur. Our chimney sweep technicians are experts in the operation, drafting and repair of all types of chimneys and fireplaces. Repair services we offer:
- Chimney leak repair
- Masonry repair and brick work
- Tuckpointing to replace decayed mortar
- Repair of chimney caps, chimney crowns and chimney flashing
- Chimney liner repair and new liner installation
Looking For The Perfect Fireplace, Stove, Or Fireplace Insert?
If it’s time to bring home a stunning new gas or wood fireplace, gas or wood heating stove or powerful gas or wood fireplace insert, you can see some great choices in our nearby Highland, WI, showroom.
Our experienced staff will help you choose the perfect model that meets your heating requirements and decorative expectations. After you’ve decided on the appliance you love most, our technicians will install it.
We’ll make sure the installation is in strict accord with the appliance manufacturer’s guidelines and that it complies with all local fire safety and building codes.
We provide these and related chimney & fireplace services year-round throughout the Lancaster, WI, region.
Schedule Your Next Chimney Sweep If it’s time to have your chimney properly cleaned or serviced, schedule a visit with one of our experienced chimney sweep technicians. Just call (608) 929-4887 or get in touch with our simple contact form.
