The owner was most prompt in responding to our needs and gave a fair estimate. He was also willing to take on our smaller job even though he had many larger obligations. The work was done on the date and time promised. The chimney looks great.
DO NOT USE THEM. Punctual and friendly. Gave verbal comments that house was better than new and told us not to worry about a moisture stain we found. Missed all the signs of water damage else where. It's going to cost thousands of fix that. Noted the chimney was good. The flashing and mortar...
A bird got caught in the stovepipe for my wood stove, and I didn't see how to get it out. Pete came by the same day I called, gave the stove a thorough cleaning, and got the bird out and released it outside. He also did a fine job sweeping the chimney, and looked at another wood stove I...
Technician was very prompt, polite, and professional. I was very impressed with how clean the process was, having expected it to be very dirty and smelling of soot. Quite the contrary. The vacuum system worked great and the air quality was very good The technician inspected the chimney...
Wisconsin Chimney Technicians IncThe crew was polite, very efficient, and very clean. They were able to turn around a full roofing job within 24 hours and took the time to rake/sweep up any left over debris, run the lawn with a roller magnet to pick up any loose nails. Bottom line, they showed up when they said they would,...
I stopped into the Baraboo showroom looking to schedule chimney and furnace work for my new house. I have a chimney that isn't used anymore and would like it capped, and my furnace is leaking water from the gasket to the heat inducer. I talked to Scott, who told me that if I get the...
At Tuck & Mason, we are proud to provide trusted professional services to business owners, homeowners, and companies throughout the state of Wisconsin. We have more than 13 years of experience in providing quality workmanship to our customers. Our team is licensed, bonded, insured, and ready to offer our Certificates of Insurance to each customer upon request. If you are looking for high-quality, affordable, and professional tuckpointing and masonry services! Trust your next project to our team of professionals.
At Tuck & Mason, we are proud to provide trusted professional services to business owners, homeowners, and companies throughout the state of Wisconsin. We have more than 13 years of experience in providing quality workmanship to our customers. Our team is licensed, bonded, insured, and ready to offer our Certificates of Insurance to each customer upon request. If you are looking for high-quality, affordable, and professional tuckpointing and masonry services! Trust your next project to our team of professionals.
I have owned and operated Mr. Chimney Sweep for 30 years. I am the owner operator of this business. My wife answers the phone, and I have one full time employee, Michael Snider. We are a complete chimney service provider. I have been certified with the CSIA for 30 years, and a member of the National Chimney Sweep for the same period. I am also a member of the Wisconsin Chimney Specialist Guild. Cost depends on the job. We are professional, clean, punctual, and honest.
"The former sweep retired/sold the business. We had him clean our chimney a few years ago and he was ok. This new gentleman is fantastic, very thorough, very professional. His work was much more than we expected. You could tell he really enjoyed and took pride in his work. Excellent work!"
M S on July 2023
I have owned and operated Mr. Chimney Sweep for 30 years. I am the owner operator of this business. My wife answers the phone, and I have one full time employee, Michael Snider. We are a complete chimney service provider. I have been certified with the CSIA for 30 years, and a member of the National Chimney Sweep for the same period. I am also a member of the Wisconsin Chimney Specialist Guild. Cost depends on the job. We are professional, clean, punctual, and honest.
"The former sweep retired/sold the business. We had him clean our chimney a few years ago and he was ok. This new gentleman is fantastic, very thorough, very professional. His work was much more than we expected. You could tell he really enjoyed and took pride in his work. Excellent work!"
M S on July 2023
Ledegar Roofing Company is the area's leading commercial and residential exterior contractor, covering everything from your roof to your siding to your fascia and soffit. We have full service maintenance departments to fix leaks with preventative maintenance programs to extend the life of your investment. Other services include chimney sweep/inspections, tuck pointing, skylight installation/repair, attic insulation, ventilation calculations, heat loss detection and rooftop snow removal.
Ledegar Roofing Company is the area's leading commercial and residential exterior contractor, covering everything from your roof to your siding to your fascia and soffit. We have full service maintenance departments to fix leaks with preventative maintenance programs to extend the life of your investment. Other services include chimney sweep/inspections, tuck pointing, skylight installation/repair, attic insulation, ventilation calculations, heat loss detection and rooftop snow removal.
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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