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Our most common service is a basic chimney sweep and inspection. Before you burn firewood in your fireplace, get your chimney professionally swept and thoroughly inspected to make sure all its components are in good shape. Homeowners in go many years without getting their chimney properly cleaned. Dirty chimneys raise the chances of chimney fires that can damage your home and injure your family members. Call Allstar Chimney Sweeps to have our chimney experts sweep and inspect your chimney. Our technicians come from the Allstar Chimney Academy to provide you the best in chimney services from a trained and certified professional.

Early Chimney Cleaning as Preventative Maintenance

A chimney cleaning should be top on your list as you prepare for burning season every year. Creosote is a dark substance created by the burning of wood that sticks to the walls inside the chimney and is very flammable. Creosote deposits can constrict the chimney diameter, preventing proper air flow and creating a draft problem. A chimney fire can develop if there isn’t sufficient air flow in the chimney. Too many homes are damaged each year from chimney fires that could have been prevented. Our technicians are equipped to handle any chimney problem, including finding and removing creosote deposits that could lead to extensive damage down the road. Starting from the top down, our technicians use specialized chimney brushes to clean every inch of the exterior and interior of your chimney and fireplace or wood stove. Our technicians also use a vacuum system that prevents creosote from spreading throughout your home during your scheduled appointment.

Regular Inspections Ensure Safe and Efficient Performance

An important part of routine chimney maintenance is the yearly inspection. When you have a technician inspect the interior and exterior of your chimney and fireplace or wood stove at least once a year, you can prevent major damages before they develop. Most customers find it easier to schedule a cleaning and inspection in one visit to get them both out of the way without the hassle of two separate visits from one of our technicians. A thorough inspection will help make your chimney safer by bringing to light the damaged areas that could turn into extensive problems in the future. Even a tiny issue can turn into a huge problem and lead to costly repair bills to fix the damage if it isn’t caught in time. For instance, a missing chimney cap can lead to water damage. The hole that is left open by the lack of cover allows water to access the interior of the chimney, and ultimately your home.

Our technicians are highly trained in locating and remedying a number of chimney and fireplace problems. After performing a thorough inspection of the chimney and fireplace, our technician will be able to provide you a detailed report. Catching minor issues early on will prevent them from becoming major damages, and it can save you a lot of time and money in the long run. Our technicians frequently find missing chase covers, damaged flue tile liners and deteriorating dampers during their thorough safety inspections. Cracks in the fire box, signs of a water leak or animal intrusion and draft problems are some of the other main damages found by technicians.

Multiple Inspections to Meet Every Need

Whether you need to have your chimney checked for routine damages that come from regular use, or if your home has fallen victim to a fire or natural disaster, the inspections offered at Allstar Chimney Sweeps can meet your specific needs.

First Level of Inspection

This basic inspection is offered with every basic cleaning that is scheduled. During the basic inspection, our technician checks the areas of the chimney he can access without using special tools. Included on the list of parts inspected are the fire box, flue system and visible masonry components. Basic inspections often uncover serious problems, including chimney obstructions, missing bricks and damaged chimney caps. Technicians will check for potential fire hazards, in the form of creosote deposits that develop inside the chimney flue.

Level 2 Inspections Requiring Special tools

A Level 2 Inspection includes the main areas of the chimney that are checked in a basic inspection, but the technician goes one step further by accessing those parts of the chimney that can be reached through the attic. For homeowners who have recently changed the structure of their chimneys or installed a new appliance, a Level 2 Inspection is recommended. To determine the repairs needed for chimneys that have been affected by fires or natural disasters, you’ll need a Level 2 Inspection.

A Level 2 Inspection can also come with a video scan of the interior of the chimney for insurance purposes.

Specialized Inspections

We can typically diagnose any chimney problem by performing a level 1 or Level 2 Inspection, but in the presence of unusually extensive damage or structural problems a Level 3 Inspection may be warranted. The most common reasons for a Level 3 Inspection involve lightning strikes or water leaks that can’t be traced back to a source. Because the chimney may need to taken apart during the inspection, special tools are required. Video scans are offered with Level 3 Inspections to help with the insurance claims that are often required for covering the cost of extensive damages.

Have your chimney cleaned and inspected at least once a year so that it will stay in good condition. No matter what problems are affecting your chimney, the technicians at Allstar Chimney Sweeps can locate and solve them. You’ll get to speak one-on-one with the technician who inspected your chimney so that you know everything about its condition.

Proper chimney care is important to prevent unsafe conditions; preventative measures can save you time, money and the headache that goes along with repairs. Give us a call at 866-345-4751 or email us and let us take care of the hard work and ease your worries!

We are proud of our workmanship and high level of service here at Allstar Chimney Sweeps. If you are in need of chimney or fireplace inspection, cleaning, or repair we have you covered. Our highly trained staff is adept at providing solutions to all kinds of masonry and fireplace issues. We are a leading chimney sweep company serving and its surrounding areas. With 18 years of experience in the industry, our owners have trained a capable team of technicians to answer your questions regarding your chimney and fireplace and ensure they are in prime working condition. Allstar Chimney Sweeps cares about each customer, and can provide almost any chimney and fireplace service.

In addition to handling all of your maintenance repair needs, Allstar Chimney Sweeps also has a wide variety of products available for purchase.With our products, you’ll be able to make sure your fuel-burning appliance gets the proper care it needs to provide warmth for your and your loved ones during the cold months. As proof of the professional quality products you can expect, our technicians use the same ones when they work on your fuel-burning appliance.

Every cleaning comes with a complimentary 21-point safety inspection, and our technicians will give you a pricing estimate for any necessary repairs on the spot when they come to your home. Our technicians arrive at your home with fully stocked vehicles, so we can usually offer same-day service. If you’ve got a maintenance or repair issue, or you have a general question about taking proper care of your fuel-burning appliance, give us a call today. The Allstar Chimney Sweeps staff is here to help.

We offer many services:

• Thorough Chimney cleaning and Inspection
• Dryer Vent cleaning
• Diagnosing Chimney odor issues
• Critter Removal
• Rebuilding Chimneys and Hearths
• Chimney Waterproofing

At Allstar Chimney Sweeps, we offer many chimney and fireplace services.

Inspections

We preform a 21 Point Safety Inspection of your fireplace, chimney, wood burning stove, and dry vent exhaust to make sure everything looks good. During this process, our certified chimney technicians will give a report of how everything looks and any recommendations as to what needs to be repaired if any thing comes up. The inspections consist of both and exterior and interior of the chimney and fireplace.

Waterproofing

Waterproofing the fireplaces chimney can be done at anytime, during the construction of the chimney, while being built or after you have experienced some water problems. This is a preventative application that blocks water from entering the chimney so that your fireplace does not experience water damage that could make the fireplace unsafe to use.

Dryer Vent Cleaning

The connection pieces to the dryer should be inspected regularly to ensure it is properly attached at both ends. At the dryer end the connection will be checked to make sure lint and exhaust is not coming out into the utility area of the home. At the outside connection it will be checked to make sure the opening is free and clear so air is allowed to escape out properly. Remember, this is an opening where small critters like to build a nest, this too will restrict air flow. If this is a problem we can provide dryer vent covers to prevent nesting at this opening.

Animal Removal

At various times of the year, you may experience problems with animals such as raccoons, squirrels, and birds inhabiting your fireplace and chimney. Feel free to call Allstar Chimney Sweeps to assist with these problems whether the animals are dead or alive. We are careful to provide the appropriate size removal cage to ensure no animals are harmed. Once removed they are released back into their natural habitat. If the animal is not completely healthy at the time of removal it is taken to the animal hospital for proper care.

If we are called out to remove a deceased animal, it is properly removed and the fireplace/chimney is fumigated and cleaned. This is to ensure that mites and lice are not produced from the decay and allowed to come into your home.

It is important to make sure that you have the proper covering on your chimney all year round especially during the spring season, when the birds like to nest. The droppings and fecal matter associated with Chimney Swifts (with birds) has been related to the disease state called histoplasmosis. Histoplasmosis is an infectious disease of the lung caused by breathing in dust from bird fecal matter and droppings. It is common for these to collect on top of the fireplace damper. It is particularly important to protect the young, elderly, and people with immune deficiencies from this breathing problem and potential allergies.

Odor Problems

Also known as smoke odors or chimney odors. Fireplace & chimney odor problems may be attributed to a multitude of different things.

Fireplace odors come from creosote deposits in your chimney, a natural byproduct of burning wood. Chimney odors are usually worse in the summer when the humidity is high, on rainy days, and/or when the air conditioner is running. A good chimney sweep may help minimize your fireplace smell.

Smoke Problems

We often hear the complaint that someone has a “bad” stove or fireplace because it smokes. In our experience, however, draft problems are almost never caused by the fireplace or appliance. The chimney is the engine of every wood-burning system: in order for the fire to burn properly, the chimney must pull combustion air through the fireplace or stove. Here are some common causes of chimney draft problems, and possible solutions.

• Improper Flue Sizing
• Flue Blockage
• Resistance From Below
• Insufficient Chimney Height
• Cold Flue Temperatures
• Air Inversion
• Down Drafting or Cross Drafting
• Possible Problems
• Adding a Smoke-Guard
• Chimney Extension
• Chimney Termination Heights
• Unused Fireplace Smokes while Another is being Used

Leak Problems

We are often called to a home that is experiencing a leaking chimney. The causes for a leaking chimney are numerous. Leaks could be caused by anything from a rusted out chimney cap, to cracked mortar in the chimney itself.

All Repairs

Not only can we clean a dirty chimney, we are also qualified to fix a broken one. If in our inspection we find a leaking flashing, we can fix it! If there are cracks in the bricks or mortar we can take care of that for you. Missing caps? Cracked crown? Not a problem! These are all common chimney problems with simple solutions, and we are the chimney company for the job!

We can install chase covers, caps, lock-top dampers, flue, extensions and lycemance dampers. Whatever your chimney needs, we have it covered!

So give us a call and let us come inspect your chimney. Our technicians will be honest about what needs to be done and what does not. They will be happy to address any questions or concerns you may have.

If you’re looking for chimney services then give us a call today at 1-866-345-4751 or email us.

As the winter months approach, your fireplace becomes one of the most important parts of your home. A crackling fire can transform a regular night into a treasured memory, whether it’s spent laughing with loved ones or curled up with a book. In order to keep that same fire from becoming dangerous, though, you need to take proper care of your fireplace. To make sure your fireplace is in prime condition, call Allstar Chimney Sweeps. Whether it’s a routine cleaning or animal removal, we can do it all so that you and your loved ones are guaranteed many more nights spent by the fire. By calling us today, you can speak with one of our highly trained staff members, who can answer your questions or schedule an appointment for a technician to visit your home.

Here at Allstar Chimney Sweeps, we want to make sure you’re getting the most out of your money with your fireplace or chimney. Your chimney or fireplace makes an impact on your home’s total heating and cooling cost; heat loss from fuel-burning appliances can account for as much as 8 percent of the total bill. Some of our products, like chimney dampers, can save you money on your heating bills this winter. A damper acts as a tight seal on top of your chimney flue liner to keep heat from your fireplace or fuel-burning appliance in your home. The products we use are from trusted brands like Lennox, Hargrove and HomeGuard, and they will make it easy for you to keep your home warm this winter.

For a trustworthy chimney sweep company that is committed to giving you the best service for your fuel-burning appliances, Allstar Chimney Sweeps can’t be beat. It doesn’t matter if your chimney is masonry, prefabricated or metal; we can help you. Our technicians train through the Allstar Chimney Academy to ensure quality service that you can depend on. We are also a member of the Professional Chimney Guild of America and the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, so you are guaranteed work from a certified chimney sweep company.