Open fireplaces
Traditional masonry fireplaces and factory-built fireplaces. The flue, smoke chamber, damper, and firebox are all cleaned.
- Masonry and prefab
- Flue, damper, and firebox
- Checked for cracks and gaps
Chimney sweeping
A clean flue for every fire.
Soot and creosote build up a little with every fire. We sweep the flue from top to bottom, clean the firebox and smoke chamber, and check the parts you can't see, without leaving dust in your living room.
- License
- WA [License #]
- Insurance
- [Insurance details]
- Hours
- [Business hours]
- Service area
- Seattle & the Eastside
Safe
Chimneys swept and inspected, so every fire burns the way it should.
Dry
Gutters and roofs kept clear, so rain goes where it belongs.
Clean
Floors covered, work areas contained, and nothing left behind.
Clear
Photos of what we find, and a written price before any repair.
What's included
Swept from the cap to the hearth.
A sweep is more than a brush down the flue. Here is what's covered on every visit.
01
Flue sweeping
The full length of the flue brushed with rods and brushes sized to your liner, removing soot and creosote.
02
Firebox
Ash and soot cleaned out, and the firebrick and mortar joints checked for cracks and gaps.
03
Smoke chamber & shelf
The area above the damper, where debris and creosote collect, brushed and vacuumed out.
04
Damper
Cleaned and tested to make sure it opens fully and closes tight.
05
Cap & crown check
A look at the cap, crown, and flashing from the roof when it is safe to get up there.
06
Floor protection
Drop cloths from the door to the hearth, and furniture near the fireplace covered.
07
Dust control
A high-filtration vacuum runs the whole time, so soot goes in the canister and not in the room.
08
Written report
Photos and notes on the condition of your chimney, and anything worth watching or repairing.
What we sweep
Every kind of fire needs a clear path.
Different appliances collect soot in different places. Tell us what you have when you book, and we'll bring the right brushes.
Inserts & wood stoves
Stoves and inserts burn hotter and slower, which can glaze the liner with hard creosote. We sweep the liner and clean the baffles and connector pipe.
- Liner swept end to end
- Baffles and stovepipe cleaned
- Door gaskets checked
Pellet stoves
Pellet vents are small and clog with fine ash. We clean the vent pipe, the exhaust path, and the ash traps inside the stove.
- Vent pipe cleaned
- Ash traps cleared
- Better, steadier burn
A closer look
The work, up close.
A look at what this service involves.
Chimney sweeping
Fireplace cleaningHow it works
A simple visit. No surprises.
Four of the six steps happen before any work begins, so you always know what's being done and why.
- 01
Book a visit
Tell us what you need and where you are. We confirm a day and an arrival window.
- 02
We arrive & protect
Floors and furniture near the fireplace are covered, and outdoor work areas are set up safely.
- 03
We look first
Before any tools come out, we check the chimney, gutters, roof, or vent and take photos.
- 04
Clear price
You see what we found. If anything beyond the booked service is needed, you get the price first.
- Work ▼
- 05
The work
The job you approved, done carefully and by the book.
- 06
Cleanup & report
We clean up, haul away debris, and walk you through what was done, with photos.
FAQ
Chimney sweeping questions.
Anything else, ask us when you book.
01How often should a chimney be swept?
The National Fire Protection Association standard (NFPA 211) calls for chimneys, fireplaces, and vents to be inspected at least once a year and cleaned when needed. If you burn wood regularly through the winter, plan on a sweep every year.
02When is the best time to book?
Late spring through early fall. The chimney is cool, the weather is dry enough for roof access, and you'll be ready before the first cold night. Fall is the busiest season, so it pays to book early.
03Will sweeping make a mess?
It shouldn't. We cover the floor and nearby furniture, seal off the fireplace opening while brushing, and run a high-filtration vacuum the whole time.
04How do I know my chimney needs sweeping?
Common signs are a strong smoky or campfire smell from the fireplace, smoke coming back into the room, black flakes falling into the firebox, or a fire that's hard to start and keep going. If it's been more than a year, it's time for a look either way.
05Do I need to be home?
Yes. We need to get to the fireplace or stove inside the house, and we'll show you what we found before we leave.
More services
While we're at your home.
Many of these can be done in the same visit.
Ready to cross it off the list?
Tell us what your home needs. We'll confirm a time and take it from there.