Experience Superior Chimney Sweep Services in Burbank
Choose 365 Chimney Sweeps for all your comprehensive chimney and heating appliance service needs, including:
Chimney InspectionsFireplace Installation
Chimney Waterproofing
Chimney Sweeping
Chimney Relining
Stove Installation
Masonry Repairs
Chimney Restorations
Chimney Leak Detection
What Distinguishes Us From Our Competitors?
We at 365 Chimney Sweeps know that you're busy and work hard to keep your home looking its best. That's why we ensure our visit leaves only a smile on your face and a safe, healthy chimney behind. Upon entering your home, we lay drop-cloths to keep your floors pristine and use industrial-strength vacuums to rid the area of any debris or soot that may be released during sweeping.
Besides our attention to cleanliness, we utilize modern video scanning technology to inspect your chimney's state before and after our services. This enables us to spot all issues, and you can view the immediate effects of our work.
You'll have access to certified and trained technicians, an impeccably clean and comprehensive job, advanced chimney inspection, and before and after process documentation when you entrust your chimney to 365 Chimney Sweeps.
The integrity and craftsmanship we demonstrate have resonated with Burbank, CA homeowners. Our service vehicles each include a knowledgeable chimney technician and an apprentice. All our technicians, armed with years of experience, are firmly dedicated to achieving excellence.
Why Chimney Sweeping is So Important
Chimney sweeping may appear straightforward, but it involves a detailed process that requires expert care for proper execution, and it is essential for ensuring your chimney functions correctly and your home and family are safe.
Your chimney serves to contain and eliminate hazardous byproducts from burning fuel, like gases, smoke, particles, and minerals, when you utilize your fireplace or stove. Over time, however, debris and creosote buildup can result in blockages and fires. A California chimney sweep professional with proper training can safely and thoroughly remove these obstructions, allowing your chimney to work as intended.
Chimney sweeping is not only affordable but also an important aspect of preventative maintenance, contributing to your safety and long-term financial savings.
Annually, chimneys that are regularly used should be cleaned and inspected, while even those used infrequently should be checked and swept at least once to ensure they work safely and effectively.
Easily get ready for your chimney sweeping appointment:
Keep a fire out of your fireplace for at least 24 hours in advance of your appointment.
Move furniture or any breakable items several feet away from the area around your stove or fireplace.
Please make sure your pets are in a separate room, far from the work area.
Your chimney sweep job should be finished by your technician within about 60 to 90 minutes, during which they'll:
Inspect the interior and exterior sections of your accessible chimney.
Look into factory-built units for possible cracks.
Rely on special brushes for chimney sweeping.
Detect any cracks, missing joints, or gaps in your chimney liner.
Clean your chimney's smoke chamber, smoke shelf, and damper using our hand tools.
Keep the firebox clean by sweeping ashes.
Remove and brush the grate.
Analyze potential fire safety hazards.
Chimney sweeping remains traditional, using brushes and rods, even though chimney tools have evolved over the years.
What to Keep in Mind When Hiring a Chimney Sweep
As the chimney sweeping industry isn't federally regulated, anyone can obtain some tools and brushes and profess to be skilled. However, employing the wrong team can prove to be an expensive mistake.
Proper chimney maintenance can avert numerous fires and fireplace issues, while problems and hazards can be escalated by unqualified chimney sweeps and their second-rate repair work. We've even had to come to the rescue of homeowners who've been conned by some of these unqualified businesses.
Given the range of chimney sweep companies available, it's important to recognize the differences in education, training, experience, and standards between them.
It's regrettable that long-term safety isn't the main concern for some chimney sweeps. Make certain that the company you choose, whether it's 365 Chimney Sweeps or another, has the necessary licenses, insurance, and certifications to handle your chimney and fireplace.
First, be sure the company holds a license and insurance, and it's always a good plan to request references. Also, keep an eye out for CSIA certification within California chimney sweep services.
A non-profit organization, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) is directed by volunteer industry professionals. Their mission is to safeguard homeowners against fire risks, and they've achieved this since the 1980s by providing the CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep credential.