Planning a East Hartford visit
Visits in East Hartford are booked by phone or through the estimate form. Tell us the address, the kind of fireplace or appliance, and what you've noticed — that's enough to plan the visit.
What the visit covers
Buildup narrows the flue, so smoke drafts poorly and can spill into the room. Debris and nests can block the flue completely and trap carbon monoxide.
Protect the room
Drop cloths go down around the hearth and the opening is sealed so soot stays out of the house.
Look first
The firebox, damper and visible flue are checked before cleaning, so you know the condition things were in.
Brush the flue
Rods and brushes sized to the flue clear soot and loose creosote from top to bottom.
Clean the smoke chamber and firebox
The areas just above the fire, where buildup collects fastest, are cleaned and vacuumed.
Explain what was found
You hear what was cleaned and anything that needs watching or repair, before anything else is suggested.
Checked on every visit
- Creosote level and type in the flue
- Smoke shelf and smoke chamber
- Visible liner sections for cracks or gaps
- Draft — how readily smoke moves up the flue
- Signs of animals or nesting material
- Firebox brick or panels and mortar joints
Before the technician arrives
- Clear a few feet of space in front of the hearth or appliance.
- Move rugs, photos and anything fragile away from the work area.
- Keep pets in another room while the work area is open.
- Let the fireplace or stove cool completely — ideally no fire for 24 hours before the visit.
Signs of a chimney fire
A loud roaring sound, dense smoke or sparks from the top of the chimney can mean a chimney fire. Get everyone out and call 911; have the chimney inspected before the next fire.
When to book fireplace cleaning
- A campfire or tar smell from the fireplace, especially on warm or damp days
- Smoke rolling into the room instead of drawing up
- Scratching or chirping sounds, or debris falling into the firebox
- Fires that are hard to start or keep going
Where to go next
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