Cleaning Santa’s Entrance
Chimneys can be a source of great comfort, but when they are not cleaned properly, they can turn for the worse. Chimney cleaning is not always a simple process. A chimney sweep can clean a chimney using specialized tools and use a variety of procedures to ensure a thorough job. They can clean the interior and exterior of a chimney as well as the flue liner. Here are more reasons why you should hire chimney cleaners:
Challenging to Clean
Some chimneys are difficult to clean because they are vented through vanity or bathroom. A chimney sweep can use a snorkel to enter and clean these spaces, or the sweep may need to use a small camera. If the chimney is difficult to clean, the sweep will sometimes install a cleaning insert that is used until the chimney is easier to clean.
Proper Procedures
A chimney sweep can use a different procedure if there are obstructions in the chimney than if the chimney is free of any obstructions. The sweep will sometimes check for obstructions using viewer equipment or use an airflow measurement device to ensure that the chimney is clear. Before the sweep leaves, he will verify that the chimney is clear to ensure that there are no future problems.
Cleaning Thoroughly
Aside from chimneys, a sweep can also clean the flue liners in fireplaces, vents, and dampers that lead air to heat and cooling equipment. It is often necessary to clean the flue liners before the installation of replacement equipment in order to ensure that the chimneys are clear. Lastly, it is possible for a sweep to clean the interior surfaces of a chimney, including the interior of the firebox and the crown of the chimney.
To learn about the chimney cleaning services and products Licon Chimneys has to offer you, and if you live in or around the Spokane, WA region, please feel free to call us at (509) 535-0240 anytime.