Victoria Chimney Cleaning

If you heat your home using firewood it is very important to have your chimney and fireplace cleaned before lighting a fire. Over time firewood releases what is called creosote. Creosote buildup can pose a serious fire hazard if it is not cleaned out annually. It is recommended that you have your chimney cleaned and inspected at least once a year by a professional. In Victoria there are a few companies to chose from but be sure they are certified and provide a receipt.

Chimney Cleaning Service in Victoria, BC

When searching for you local Victoria chimney cleaning company, be sure to look out for a few things to ensure your safety. Start by looking for one who is accredited by the Bureau of Better Business (BBB), Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT) and is insured.

Basic Chimney Cleaning Overview

Most firewood cleaning companies follow similar protocol when cleaning residential fireplaces. Place a canvas tarp on the floor directly in front of the fireplace or insert. To be sure to not spread dust or dirt in your home, it is important that all equipment is placed on this tarp.

From the top of the chimney down, the fireplace maintenance technician will scrape the chimney flue with a specific sized brush until all creosote buildup is removed. As the flue is scraped, the debris will fall to down into the fireplace where it is to be removed using a vacuum and or shovel. Fireplaces should only be vacuumed using proper HEPA filter industrial vacuums. Be sure your local chimney cleaner gets into all of the nooks and crannies within your fireplace including damper plates, top shelf and catalytic converters inside firewood burning inserts. Once the damper is re-installed, clear the ashes and dispose in the trash.

TIP: As long as you burn only clean firewood, ashes are great for your garden!
WARNING: Do not clean your fireplace until it is completely cool.