Able Chimney Sweeps did an excellent job. Professional and polite. Being new to a cold climate, never having a fireplace, took the time to answer all my questions, explain both short and long-term care. Very pleased! - Kathy L. All chimneys accumulate soot over time, leading to unsafe condition that may cause a chimney fire.
Avoid the danger to you and your home with our professional chimney cleaning services. Over time, all chimneys deteriorate. Common signs of damage include rust, white stains, deteriorating mortar, flakes of chimney lining in your fireplace, and more. Get the repairs you need from us. You spend a lot of time around your fireplace.
It's the heart of your home where friends and family gather for connection. As a homeowner, you should know that there are risks that come from an unmaintained chimney or fireplace. Consider the different structural components of your home that affects your chimney. A typical fireplace has a hearth, firebox, mantle, lintel, ash dump, damper, smoke chamber, smoke shelf, flue, crown and clean-out door.
Avoid the danger to you and your home with our professional chimney cleaning services. Over time, all chimneys deteriorate. Common signs of damage include rust, white stains, deteriorating mortar, flakes of chimney lining in your fireplace, and more. Get the repairs you need from us. You spend a lot of time around your fireplace.
It's the heart of your home where friends and family gather for connection. As a homeowner, you should know that there are risks that come from an unmaintained chimney or fireplace. Consider the different structural components of your home that affects your chimney. A typical fireplace has a hearth, firebox, mantle, lintel, ash dump, damper, smoke chamber, smoke shelf, flue, crown and clean-out door.
Services
At Able Chimney Sweeps, we're committed to our clients. If we make you a promise, we keep it. Our methods of operation ensure that we leave NO mess in your home-in fact, we guarantee it. Your cleaning and inspection may take up to an hour, but we promise that when we leave, you won't even know we'd been there.
Our Chimney Sweeps use state-of-the-art equipment to clean any kind of chimney. While sweeping your system, we ensure that it's in working order. We look for any problems that could prevent peak performance and recommend what is needed for your system to burn cleanly and safely. Any potential hazards or problems will be pointed out.
The byproduct of enjoying a crackling flame is creosote buildup (the major cause of chimney fires) and soot, which can restrict air flow and damage the fireplace chimney. Even a gas fireplace chimney can become blocked by a bird's nest or other debris. An annual chimney inspection checks for buildup and blockages, followed by sweeping to remove problems inhibiting performance.
Water damage is the most common cause for a chimney repair. Because of how high it's placed, the chimney stack is the most vulnerable part of your home when faced with harsh weather. If your flashings become loose and the brickwork becomes porous, you are likely to have a leaking chimney. A chimney without a damper can be expensive.
There is no steadfast rule on how often you should clean the chimney. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that chimneys, fireplaces and vents be inspected once a year. Cleanings, maintenance and repairs should be done if necessary. No, there shouldn't be a mess. Extreme caution is taken when any service is provided in your home.
Reviews (10)
Dawn Thompson
Jan 24, 2022
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We are having a new gas fireplace installed through a company who contracted Able Chimney Sweeps to come out and clean the flue prior to the install. SO grateful they selected such a great chimney sweep company. Rob showed up on time, answered my questions, respected my home, left the area clean and was kind and courteous throughout our interactions. Since we have two fireplaces, we'll definitely contact Able Chimney Sweeps for any future needs. Thank you for employing wonderful service people!
Fisch Jello
Jan 09, 2022
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I had my chimney inspected by Alberto with Able Chimney and it was an excellent experience. On time, professional, friendly, COVID safe and knowledgeable. He talked me through the state of my fireplace (I just moved in so had no history of it) and explained to me the anatomy of my shared chimney (I live in a 3rd floor, historic condo) as well as how to take good care of it. He was great -- he even carried a box of wood up to my condo for me. I will definitely use Able Chimney Sweeps again. Thank you, Alberto!
Madeline Hansen
Dec 31, 2021
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I had a great experience with Able. They had a cancellation and were able to move up our appointment so we could have a fire in our fireplace for the holidays. The inspector was very kind, respectful and polite. He thoroughly explained what he was doing and how best to use and care for our fireplace. I look forward to working with you all in the future.
Seth
Dec 29, 2021
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The Able Chimney Team did an incredible job restoring my 1926 chimney. They were responsive, helpful and answered all of my questions. We have been using the fireplace non-stop since they completed their work and have not had a single problem. They made sure that new mortar matched the original mortar. The new chimney cap is beautiful. I highly recommend this team. Thank you!
Rachel Melum
Dec 20, 2021
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Kevin Horgan
Dec 02, 2021
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Alberto was prompt, courteous, professional, respectful of my home and my person. He was thorough in his cleaning duties; showing me along the way, as I had questions on the condition of my stove and chimney. I would heartily recommend Able Chimney to any one who needs these services....ask for Alberto to be your technician...you will not regret it.
Mark Mongiat
Dec 01, 2021
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Jean Park
Oct 31, 2021
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Oh my goodness, anyone with a chimney should go with Able Chimney Sweeps, and, in particular, Albert, the senior technician. I am a new homeowner and did not know the state of my wood burning fireplace. Albert was INCREDIBLY PROFESSIONAL. He inspected, cleaned my chimney and gave me invaluable tips about operation and what to look out for. He was impeccably neat and not a trace of soot found its way into my living room. I cannot recommend Able Chimney Sweeps enough!!!
Emily Grendahl
Sep 30, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Albert was very helpful in teaching us about being first time fireplace users. He did a deep clean for our fireplace and provided some information on what we need to do for upkeep. Able chimney sweeps was very professional, on time, and respectful of our home. 10 out of 10 we would use them again! Thank you so much!
Service: Cleaning
Albert was very helpful in teaching us about being first time fireplace users. He did a deep clean for our fireplace and provided some information on what we need to do for upkeep. Able chimney sweeps was very professional, on time, and respectful of our home. 10 out of 10 we would use them again! Thank you so much!
Service: Cleaning
M. Shane Smith
Aug 07, 2021
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Outstanding from start to finish.
Easy to make the appointment. Got a email confirmation, a text confirmation of time, date and who would be doing the work.
Alberto was about 10 minutes early and very organized. He had drop clothes and was very respectful of and soot on tools, whipping them clean as it was removed from inside the chimney.
Great attitude, job and service
Easy to make the appointment. Got a email confirmation, a text confirmation of time, date and who would be doing the work.
Alberto was about 10 minutes early and very organized. He had drop clothes and was very respectful of and soot on tools, whipping them clean as it was removed from inside the chimney.
Great attitude, job and service
