Is Your Fireplace Safe and Ready to Use?
Plan a chimney inspection in Burlington, Twin Lakes, Lake Geneva, Elkhorn, Bristol, Zenda, and Delavan, WI
Creosote buildup can be a fire hazard. Fortunately, High Rise Chimney can identify it with a chimney inspection, then provide chimney cleaning services in the Twin Lakes, WI area.
We recommend scheduling an annual chimney inspection. Our look through your chimney will include:
- Completing a top-to-bottom visual inspection
- Examining the interior and exterior of the chimney and fireplace
- Providing photos and an estimate on any cleaning or repairs needed
We’ll make sure that your chimney is safe to use whenever you need it. Call 262-321-9045 now to talk to a local professional.
We’ll make cleaning your fireplace easy for you
Our team will use a camera, vacuums and brushes for thorough chimney cleaning services. We’ll examine our work visually along the way and provide photos for you. Plus, we’ll provide a spring cleaning list for you to stay on top of maintenance.
Call 262-321-9045 now to ask about your chimney in Burlington, Twin Lakes, Lake Geneva, Elkhorn, Bristol, Zenda, and Delavan, WI
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should a chimney be swept?
At least twice a year when burning wood and at least once a year when burning smokeless fuels. The best times to have your chimney swept are just before the start of the heating season and after your stove has not been used over a prolonged period.
Do all chimneys need to be swept?
According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA), your fireplace and chimney need to be cleaned when there is 1/8″ of creosote and/or soot buildup inside the chimney liner. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) promotes annual chimney cleaning no matter how often you use it.
What happens if I don’t sweep my chimney?
When your chimney is not cleaned for a long time, a substance called creosote keeps building up in the flue during the use of the fireplace. This creosote is highly flammable and can lead to a dangerous chimney fire (an uncontrolled 2000 degree fire burning inside the chimney).
What time of year is best to clean chimney?
A dirty fireplace is not something that you’ll want to concern yourself with, in the wintertime, especially when that’s the time you’ll want to be using your fireplace! In fact, when it comes to cleaning out the chimney, the best times are in the spring and summer.
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