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E R Chimney Sweeps
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyClean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stovePre-Fabricated Fireplace Unit (Gas) - Repair

Serving Westfield, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

E R Chimney Sweep provides professional chimney cleaning, inspections, and full service chimney repairs We handle all aspects of chimney systems, including liners, caps, chase covers, flashing, and stove installations, helping keep homes safe, efficient, and up to code

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K. Russo Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Clean and Inspect a wood burning stove or pellet stove

Serving Westfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have been a housekeeper for more than 15 years. I am very passionate about what I do and extremely detail orientated. I come with 5 Star Reviews and great references. My company K. Russo Solutions LLC services the Triad, both commercial and residential. Looking forward to working with you.

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Beyond having an inspection, it’s important to do chimney maintenance at least annually to be certain the chimney is safe to use. Cleaning the flue of any built-up particles, creosote, and soot reduces the risk of fire. Fortunately, the cost of hiring a pro to do a chimney inspection often includes a chimney cleaning, so you may not have an extra expense for maintenance.

Wood is classified as either hardwood or softwood. For firewood, hardwoods are generally the best choice as they tend to burn longer, hotter, and produce less smoke than softwoods. Recommended hardwoods include oak, hickory, maple, cherry, ash, beech, birch, elm, and walnut. Oak is a particularly good option as it's widely available, slow-burning, and doesn't produce much smoke or sparks. Some woods, like oak, hickory, and cherry, also emit a pleasant scent. It is best to avoid softwoods such as eucalyptus, poplar, and willow, as they create a lot of smoke and have a high moisture content that makes them difficult to light and burn efficiently.

A hot fire alone will not remove significant creosote buildup and can be dangerous, as it risks causing a chimney fire. While the warmth from a fire can help loosen stuck tar, making treatments like creosote logs more effective, it is not a substitute for proper cleaning. For existing creosote, the safest and most effective method is to have your chimney professionally cleaned by a chimney sweep.

Homeowners can conduct basic visual inspections and cleaning, but professionals provide thorough checks that identify hidden issues safely.

The short answer is yes, as hearths need to extend a certain distance out from the fire. This is usually around at least a foot in front but is often more, closer to two feet even. There is another distance to consider, which is the distance beyond the opening of the fireplace. Each municipality will have different code requirements. 

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