Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps Inspect, Clean, Build and Repair Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flues and Wood Burning Stoves in Alexandria
Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps is Alexandria’s premier, full-service chimney firm. From annual cleanings and inspections to masonry repairs, we’ll make sure that your fireplace is safe to use year after year. Our family has been in the chimney construction and service industry since 1863. When it comes to chimneys and flues, there is no more experienced chimney company serving northern Virginia than Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps. We provide chimney sweep services to Alexandria, Belle Haven, Rose Hill, Franconia, Lincolnia, Bailey’s Crossroads, Seven Corners, Arlington and more.
We are licensed, bonded, insured and certified. Whether you use your fireplace once per year or all season long, annual inspections and cleanings are critical in maintaining your family’s safety (learn why). If you notice cracking of your chimney crown, crumbling mortar, moisture, or unusual odors or debris in your fireplace, call Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps today for your annual inspection and cleaning. We can diagnose and repair any maintenance issues to keep your chimney, fireplace, or stove burning trouble-free. To request service, just give us a call at 410-360-8460 or use our Service Request form. Don’t delay… call today!
Continuing a Tradition of Olde World Chimney Craftsmanship
Many homes in Old Town Alexandria date to the 1700s, are on the National Register of Historic places, and feature quality, olde world masonry. The Clift family of Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps are experts at repairing all types of masonry chimneys. We’ve passed down generations of chimney construction expertise and are most qualified to diagnose and repair any problems with your historic masonry chimney and fireplace. We service all types and ages of fireplaces and flues for residential properties including historic homes. From town homes, condos, and apartments to the area’s luxury single family homes, the Clift family services all makes and models of fireplaces, chimneys, masonry, prefabs, and flues. We are a family-run, small business, so we pride ourselves on prompt service and giving the utmost respect for the interior and exterior properties of our clients.
Waterproofing your chimney is essential
Living along the Potomac provides great access to recreation and water sports, but it also can cause additional wear and tear on your chimney due to higher local humidity. Leaks, crumbling brickwork, staining and more can slowly and invisibly deteriorate an otherwise beautiful chimney. No chimney lasts forever without a little TLC now and then, but with an annual cleaning and inspection by Fire-Safe, we’ll help to ensure that your chimney remains as care-free and structurally sound as possible.
We clean oil and gas furnace flues, too!
Oil flues especially need annual cleaning and inspection. The build-up of soot from improper oil combustion can lead to chimney fires, flue deterioration, or chimney blockages that also can force toxic fumes back into your home. Plus, improper drafting can cause inefficient furnace operation leading to higher fuel costs.
Natural gas is a clean-burning fuel, but gas heating systems still require regular maintenance. Gas furnaces and boilers produce high levels of water vapor which condensate in your furnace flue. Air from inside your home carries dust and other particles into the combustion chamber where they are burned to ash and then adhere to the condensation. If not removed, this soot can create very corrosive conditions for your flue, leading to premature failure and entry of poisonous gases into your home. To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, gas and oil appliance manufacturers as well as fireplace manufacturers recommend a yearly safety check-up and cleaning. Let Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps clean your chimney or furnace flue annually to make sure that combustion gases are moving safely up your chimney or flue and out of your home.
We look forward to the opportunity to service your Alexandria home. Call Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps today at 410-360-8460, or request your appointment online!