Chimney Sweep Cleaning: The Key to a Safe Fireplace
Ensure a Smooth-Running Chimney
Flat Rate service that gets the whole job done.
Aero Services offer annual chimney cleaning services designed to keep your fireplace or woodstove running safely and efficiently. Whether it’s a wood-burning fireplace or stove, our certified team delivers top-quality work every time.
Visual Safety Inspection – We inspect your chimney for your peace of mind, and communicate any structural or safety concerns.
Rotary Brush Cleaning – The chimney flue is cleaned using a rotary sweep brush, thoroughly removing soot and creosote from the liner and cap.
Fireplace Cleaning – Complete Fireplace cleaning of the firebox, smoke chamber, smoke shelf, and damper for improved airflow and performance.
Woodstove Cleaning – Cleaning of the baffle system, smoke pipe, and stove cleanout area.
Chimney Cap Check – Visual inspection of the chimney cap from the ground, a ladder, or the roof (based on accessibility).
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Did you know that 70% of chimney fires can be prevented with regular chimney sweep cleaning? Each year, chimney fires cause over $100 million in property damage. Regular chimney sweeping isn’t just a safety precaution—it’s also often required by insurance companies for continued coverage.
Prevent Chimney Fires: Soot and Creosote Removal for Maximum Safety
When wood burns, it naturally leaves behind soot and creosote deposits inside the chimney and fireplace—two by-products that can clog your flue and significantly increase the risk of chimney fires. Even with the best burning practices, soot and creosote buildup will occur over time with any use of a wood-burning fireplace or stove.
Soot blocks airflow and reduces efficiency, and creosote is flammable. When a sufficient amount builds up in a chimney, a fire hazard exists and the chimney needs to be cleaned. Common causes of greater buildup than normal include burning wet wood, poor ventilation, and cold flues.
Preventative maintenance is the key to eliminate the threat of a chimney fire! We are told – from clients who did NOT clean their chimneys in time – that a chimney fire sounds much like a jet landing on the roof. Part of this “roar” is from the rush of air up the chimney created by the fire’s demand for oxygen.
A dirty chimney may also not draw well. This causes smoke to drift or billow into the room when a fire is lit. Soot buildup, particularly right above the fireplace in an area called the “smoke shelf,” is the most common cause of a chimney not drawing properly. If the fireplace worked well at one time but is now drawing poorly, a cleaning is the first step in restoring it to working order.
What you should know about Chimney Sweeping:
Preventative maintenance is key
Takes up to 1 hour to complete
Should be done once a year
Ensure a Safe & Smooth-Running Chimney!
How Do We Clean The Chimney?
As a WETT certified company, we have the training to properly sweep your chimney, recognize problems, and conduct WETT (Wood Energy Technology Transfer) inspections. It is the only chimney sweep training recognized by insurance companies.
Our sweeps exclusively use the Snaplok Rotary Chimney Cleaning System. Doing a “push up” cleaning from the bottom, this state-of-the-art power sweeping system is made of snap-together poles and brush heads. It cleans even the dirtiest chimneys, flues, and liners.
With fireplaces, we clean up inside the smoke chamber, smoke shelf, damper, and firebox, removing soot and ash. Our thorough fireplace cleaning ensures optimal performance and safety.
With wood stoves, hearth-mounted stoves, or inserts, we clean the inside of the unit, the baffle system, any smoke pipes that lead to the chimney, as well as removing ash from the firebox and cleanout. We also wash any glass doors and lubricate the hinges. Our wood stove cleaning ensures your system runs efficiently.
We visually inspect the condition of your brick or metal chimney and suggest any improvements, ensuring the longevity and safety of your system.
Why Choose Aero Services for Chimney Sweep Cleaning?
We deliver reliable and professional chimney sweep cleaning with:
- WETT-Certified Experts – Trained professionals recognized by insurance companies for chimney servicing and inspections.
- Transparent Pricing – Flat rates with no hidden costs or surprise upsells.
- Modern Chimney Sweeping Techniques – Our power sweeping system uses rotary snap-lock brushes to thoroughly clean your chimney
- Detailed, Safe Service – From fireplaces to wood stoves and fireplaces, we clean every component for maximum safety.
- Trusted & Local – A chimney sweep company that cares about your comfort, safety, and peace of mind.
FAQs
General
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The Saanich Fire Department recommends that you should “have your wood-burning chimney professionally checked once a year and cleaned when necessary.” Our chimney sweep includes a visual safety inspection to ensure the safe and efficient operation of your wood-burning unit.
A chimney sweep removes soot, creosote, and debris from your chimney to reduce fire hazards and improve airflow.
Common signs that your chimney may need cleaning or repair include poor air quality, excessive soot or smoke, a strong odor coming from the fireplace, or the presence of creosote buildup.
Most chimney sweeps take up to 1 hour, depending on the size and condition of the chimney.
A regular chimney sweep includes a visual safety inspection, not a full written report. If you require a WETT inspection for insurance or in the process of buying or selling a home, contact us for this specific service!
A WETT inspection is a thorough assessment of your wood-burning unit and chimney by a certified professional. It’s required by most insurance companies to ensure your system is safe and up to code. Our WETT inspection includes a detailed report with pictures, checklists, and suggestions for any necessary repairs or improvements, which can be submitted to your insurance company.