Winston's Chimney Service has been inspecting and sweeping chimneys in Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC neighborhoods since 1978, we understand your concerns about your home and will treat you and your property with the utmost respect and care you deserve. There is a reason Winston's is rated #1 on Angie's List and maintains an A+ Rating with Better Business Bureau; we do it right.
For a video preview of what you can expect during the sweeping process click the video link to the leftt. The video is very informative and will last for only a few minutes.
The number one concern about having your chimney swept is the mess. Good news ...THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO MESS! See below for an overview of our process to protect your home during our visit to sweep your chimney.
1. We lay tarps in front of the fireplace to protect your carpet and floor then set up a large vacuum to collect the soot and creosote accumulated during sweeping.
2. We sweep the inside of your chimney, from the firebox floor to the chimney top, and if possible from the top down as well.
3. We clean, inspect and adjust the damper and damper assembly.
4. We use brushes on rods to sweep the flue, hand brushes for the firebox and smoke chamber, and a large vacuum to control the debris.
5. We do an inspection of the outside of the chimney, checking the mortar work, brickwork, and crown and inspect the flue interior. Any damage or needed repairs we find are documented on video or with digital photos that can be sent to you via email.
6. When we are finished we will leave you with a copy of the written evaluation or, in some cases, send you a word document or pdf file via email.
Depending on the unit and access to the chimney the process can be performed in as little as 30 minutes or up to an hour and a half. |
Tips to remember:
Do not use your fireplace or wood stove 24 hours prior to our arrival.
Clear a 6-8 foot space in front of the fireplace; furniture, plants, knick knacks etc.
Call now or request an appointment online. |
