Frequently Asked Questions
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WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HAVE A CLEAN CHIMNEY?
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| An ignored chimney can lead to many problems for the home. Creosote buildup is highly flammable and is the number one cause of chimney fires. If one of these fires breaks out, there may be expensive smoke damage to the home, as well as repair or replacement of a severely damaged chimney.
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HOW OFTEN SHOULD I HAVE MY FIREPLACE INSPECTED AND/OR CLEANED?
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| It is recommended that the chimney should be inspected before each wood-burning season. As far as cleaning is concerned, this depends on the type of wood being burned and the way it is burned. The average cleaning is done after one cord of wood has been burned.
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WHAT METHOD DOES THE CLEAN SWEEP USE FOR CLEANING A CHIMNEY?
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| I use a specialized vacuum with a Hepa filter system to control the fall of debris. Depending on what type of chimney system is in place determines what time of brushing system I use.
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ARE YOUR CERTIFIED, INSURED, AND LICENSED?
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| Yes, I am a licensed California contractor #549745, a certified chimney sweep with the Chimney Safety Institute of America #5280, and certified investigator with Fire Investigation Research & Education #008. I am also fully insured and bonded.
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