Cleaning 1 Air – Chimney Cleaners
How Often Should You Get Your Chimney Cleaned in Lewisville Texas?
We get this question all of the time and while it can depend on a number of factors, there is unanimous agreement among fire safety organizations that chimneys need to be inspected at least once a year. Since Cleaning 1 Air’s cleaning service includes an inspection, it’s often most cost-effective to get them done together. The official recommendation for the frequency you should be cleaning your chimney is:
The National Fire Protection Association—Chimneys, fireplaces, and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits, and correct clearances. Cleaning, maintenance, and repairs shall be done if necessary.
The Chimney Safety Institute of America—open masonry fireplaces should be swept at 1/8″ of sooty buildup, and sooner if there is any glaze present in the system. This is considered to be enough fuel buildup to cause a chimney fire capable of damaging the chimney or spreading to the home.
The Chimney Safety Institute of America—Factory-built fireplaces should be swept when any appreciable buildup occurs. The logic is that the deposit is quite acidic and can shorten the life of the fireplace.
Why do you need to clean your Chimney?
Without chimney sweep services, is your home safe from a fire? A recent study shows an average of 25,700 fireplace, chimney, or chimney connector residential fires annually, resulting in 30 deaths and over $137 million in property loss.
Our chimney sweep services are meticulous, using rotary and manual brushes to remove all creosote build-up. We’ll then provide a Level 1 inspection, visually examining all accessible areas of the chimney for cracks, clearances or other issues. If all components are in order, we’ll vacuum the area to ensure no mess is left behind. For peace of mind, call Cleaning 1 Air to schedule an appointment.
