Best Heating and Cooling installed a $7,300 boiler system in my house that never worked properly, that they were unable to effectively troubleshoot, and that we had to hire other companies to replace three years later. When a component of my boiler heating system broke in December 2017, I...
Very bad experience very very bad because we still have a lot of work to get done and we got rip off with them with that company so bad we haven't gotten the other things done, we have a fire place our steps are broken we tried both of us are doctors we have money it's not like the guy build...
JLC ConstructionDid not perform quoted work; used incorrect/inappropriate material that will have to be removed/undone to correctly repair chimney; does not appear to have appropriate insurance.
When we came home, and I had to deal with Mr. Marks, he was polite to my face, but would go around the corner into the kitchen and mock me, apparently in an attempt to amuse his workers. He left my kitchen in a dangerous condition. The light fixture over the kitchen island was dangerously...
I had a leak inside the house coming from the furnace chimney. I could see, outside, that some of the bricks on the upper most rows were loose (w/ deteriorated mortar). I called Richard at Murphy's Son Chimney Cleaning and Service in December (he was one of the only people who returned my...
Tony talked us through our options (replace/repair/change from wood to gas fireplace), gave us a fair price, sorted through and gave us good options for which brick to use, and did all the work in a timely manner. The only problem we had with the whole transaction was with a separate company...
They run the cleaning equipment from their truck through the garage, run their big vacuum cleaner to pick up any loose "stuff" that our sweeper misses. They spot treat stains (we have cats) and spill things on our light colored berber. Their cleaning machines have large absorbent pads that...
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
Clean & repair chimneys. Install stoves & liners.
"Larry took on a difficult job in our home. He was always on time, honest, and reliable. He gave us many options to choose from and a quote that he stuck to. He was quick with communication. He valued our safety. He did a great job! We are very satisfied with the work! Thank you so much for helping us. We highly recommend Larry."
Charity L on August 2024
Clean & repair chimneys. Install stoves & liners.
"Larry took on a difficult job in our home. He was always on time, honest, and reliable. He gave us many options to choose from and a quote that he stuck to. He was quick with communication. He valued our safety. He did a great job! We are very satisfied with the work! Thank you so much for helping us. We highly recommend Larry."
Charity L on August 2024
We are a company based out of Illinois. We provide indoor air quality solutions.
We are a company based out of Illinois. We provide indoor air quality solutions.
Clean chimneys
While it’s possible to sweep your own chimney, it’s usually not a good idea for two reasons. First, inexperienced DIYers are more likely to miss areas of the chimney, which still leaves the risk of house fire due to the remaining residue. Second, chimney sweeping seems like a simple process, but it’s highly dangerous. Soot and creosote are both carcinogenic and can cause breathing issues and lung damage. If you don’t take the same safety precautions that professionals do, you could be putting yourself at risk of serious bodily harm.
You should plan to ask your chimney sweeper questions about the cleaning process they intend to use, the project timeline, and more to get a sense of which professional is right for the job:
What is your process for cleaning chimneys?
How long will the process take?
Will you protect my floors from soot and debris?
Will you do a chimney inspection, too?
Do you have certification from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) or the National Fire Institute (NFI)?
Will you need access to my roof?
The average cost for a professional chimney cleaning is around $250, but prices range from $130 to $400 or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.
In some cases, you don’t need to do anything to prepare for chimney sweeping, but professionals always appreciate leaving the area clean and easy to access. As such, it’s a good idea to move fireplace accessories like screens and fire tending tools out of the way, and lay down tarps of drop cloths around your fireplace opening to help keep your floors clean. Laying down a plastic sheet under those cloths or tarps is a good idea if your fireplace is surrounded by carpeting, just to add extra protection. Finally, secure any pets or children away from the work area.
The National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) recommends chimney sweeping once per year as a means of avoiding house fires and massive property damage. Over time, creosote and soot build up in your chimney from burning wood and a lack of ventilation. These compounds are both highly flammable, which means a build-up of them inside your chimney puts you at an increased risk of house fire. Chimney sweeping removes any residue and helps reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury from fire.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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