I originally called and had an inspection done in March 2020. I called back a couple months later to schedule a time for them to come out and do repairs. No answer so I left a message. I called back every other week for a couple months, no answer, no call back. Eventually everything got shut...
It is a complicated repair and they have to do it in several parts. We are still waiting on the weather to cooperate. They need to waterproof the chimney. The $100 is for the chimney sweep service. They have been busy and what stands out is that it took a long time to get service but they...
Chimney was in bad shape. The team of 4 who performed the repair in addition to cleaning both of the chimneys and completing a window trim project which was much to high for my husband to complete (18' off the ground ~ a sloping ground) ~ were prompt, courteous, had a work ethic known by the...
Masonry services in Jefferson City Missouri.
"Very good job. Looks great."
Robert O on October 2020
Masonry services in Jefferson City Missouri.
"Very good job. Looks great."
Robert O on October 2020
We are The Can do Crew! No job to big or to small. Need something done, call The Can Do Crew at 573-268-5644.
We are The Can do Crew! No job to big or to small. Need something done, call The Can Do Crew at 573-268-5644.
Chimney service
"Showed up on time and provided detailed, thorough inspection with a punchlist of items that were checked and verbally went over his findings. Inspector promised a detailed report with photos and some bids for various work that was needed to be emailed to me and left. I waited two weeks for the report and finally called the office manager who promised to get with the inspector and see what was holding up the report. Not getting a response I called the office after a few days and my call went to voicemail whereupon I left a message. I mentioned this situation to my real estate agent who had recommended this company to me. She said she would follow up and forwarded me a copy of the detailed report the next day via email. The copy had the wrong email address for me even though I gave the inspector a written copy of my correct address on his copy of the checklist on the day of the inspection."
Tom C on May 2019
Chimney service
"Showed up on time and provided detailed, thorough inspection with a punchlist of items that were checked and verbally went over his findings. Inspector promised a detailed report with photos and some bids for various work that was needed to be emailed to me and left. I waited two weeks for the report and finally called the office manager who promised to get with the inspector and see what was holding up the report. Not getting a response I called the office after a few days and my call went to voicemail whereupon I left a message. I mentioned this situation to my real estate agent who had recommended this company to me. She said she would follow up and forwarded me a copy of the detailed report the next day via email. The copy had the wrong email address for me even though I gave the inspector a written copy of my correct address on his copy of the checklist on the day of the inspection."
Tom C on May 2019
Full service chimney company.
"All I can say about this service is that their technicians shocked me with their knowledge base, efficiency, and thoughtfulness in execution. I've never worked with a better contractor. Also, they came on the day we booked. That is stunning."
Patrick S on April 2022
Full service chimney company.
"All I can say about this service is that their technicians shocked me with their knowledge base, efficiency, and thoughtfulness in execution. I've never worked with a better contractor. Also, they came on the day we booked. That is stunning."
Patrick S on April 2022
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.
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