Over time and with repeated use, your chimney will eventually get dirty as more and more soot builds up along the chimney’s interior. Chimney cleaning services are important for making sure your chimney is taken care of, but if this is your first time in a home that utilizes a chimney, you may have some questions regarding this aspect of chimney maintenance.
Here are a few of the top questions about chimney cleaning and our answers.
- How often should I have my chimney cleaned? The answer to this question depends on how much your chimney is used, but it is recommended that you clean your chimney at least once a year. If you use your chimney frequently, you’ll want to have it cleaned more often.
- Is it dangerous to leave my chimney dirty? With enough time and buildup, it is possible to experience a chimney fire. The best way to prevent chimney fires is to hire regular chimney cleaning services to make sure the built-up soot doesn’t accumulate to the point of becoming a major fire hazard.
- Can I clean my chimney on my own? We highly discourage homeowners from cleaning their own chimneys. Any time you get on your roof, you’re dealing with a safety risk that you should avoid, especially if you don’t know what you’re doing up there. Plus, dealing with soot in large quantities isn’t a good idea without the right masks and protection. When you hire a professional chimney cleaning service like us, we’ll make sure we have everything we need to safely dispose of the soot in your chimney.
If you have any other chimney cleaning related questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us here at The Chimney Sweep.