Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps Inspects, Cleans and Repairs Chimneys, Fireplaces, Flues and Wood Burning Stoves in Emmitsburg

Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps is a fourth generation family business operated by Master Mason Gary Clift and sons. We are the most experienced, full-service chimney sweep company serving Emmitsburg and northern Frederick County, Maryland. When you call us for service, you can rest assured that we will take the utmost care of your property in order to perform our work, we will be on time, and we will offer the fairest value for our services. We service chimneys, wood burning stoves, flues, and fireplaces all over Frederick County including Emmitsburg, Taneytown, Harney, Woodland Heights, Keysville, Appolds, Thurmont, Detour, Keysville, and nearby towns.

If you are in need of an inspection, sweep, or general repairs and maintenance, call Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps today at 410-360-8460 or use our Online Contact form to request your appointment.

Continuing a Tradition of Olde World Chimney Craftsmanship

Homes in Emmitsburg date to the early 1800s and feature quality, olde world masonry. The Clift family of Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps are experts at repairing all types of masonry chimneys. Our family has been building, cleaning, and repairing chimneys since 1863. 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. We also inspect and sweep oil and gas furnace flues!

Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps cleans gas and oil furnace flues, too!

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.

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. Improper drafting can cause inefficient furnace operation leading to higher fuel costs.

If you need expert chimney care in Emmitsburg or surrounding areas, call Fire-Safe Chimney Sweeps today at 410-360-8460 or use our Online Contact form to request your appointment.

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