Rockland County Chimney Sweep & Repair - 877-425-9908

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Rockland County and the surrounding area
of Rockland County, New York

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Services We Offer

Annual Chimney Sweep and Creosote Removal, Annual Inspection, Roof Repairs and Masonry Rebuilds, Chimney Lining, Crack and Gas Leak Repairs, Correct Improper Drafting, Firebox Repair, Obstruction Removal, Dryer Vent and Furnace Flue Sweeps, Cap Installation, and more. Give us a call today!



Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Rockland County provides professional chimney sweep, chimney cleaning, and chimney repair services in Rockland County, New York. We are fully licensed in the state of New York, and also keep up with the latest fire safety courses available. This is because your family's safety is our number one priority and we meet that priority by eliminating chimney and heating appliance hazards that can cause house fires.  The best way to maintain that safety is to be certified and knowledgeable in every aspect of the chimney business.  Our professional certifications ensure that your chimney cleaning, inspection, and repairs will be done in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association's regulations for chimney fire safety.

The National Fire Protection Association Standard 211 says, "Chimneys, fireplaces, and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits, and correct clearances. Cleaning, maintenance, and repairs shall be done if necessary." Not only does Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Rockland County highly recommend you get your chimney inspected and cleaned once a year, we also recommend cleaning it more often if you see a buildup of creosote that is 1/8 of an inch thick.

Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Rockland County strives to bring the highest level of professional and technical expertise to our service area as well as educate our customers. We provide a detailed explanation about the decisions you face regarding your chimney and guide you through the options available. After you are completely informed, we work with you to choose the safest and most efficient solution at the most economical price.

Call Chimney Sweep & Repair Pro Rockland County prior to the winter rush to get us when we are not inundated with work. Spring and summer work is off peak and you will have no problems getting someone to do the work quickly. Of course, we are available all year to service your needs, please call today! Nothing is more important to us than the safety of each one of our customers.

Chimney Sweep Useful Tip:

What is the difference between stage 1 creosote remover, stage 2 creosote remover and stage 3 creosote remover?

There are three major stages of creosote build up and each of the stages becomes more hazardous as it increases the chances of chimney fire which can lead to destruction of property or worse still lives. Creosote will take up different forms as it continues to clog up the chimney and with the continued build up, the more challenging to clean the chimney it gets. The first stage is whereby the creosote is flaky like and the soot is soft. During this stage it is very simple to clean up the chimney using even a soft bristled brush. The second stage, the soft and flaky creosote and soot metamorphoses into a shiny, hard flaky substance that is sticky and can cling to the flue lining. During this second stage, however much it may appear that the condensed substance can be brushed away, it is tough and cannot be easily brushed away. At this stage the most applicable too that can remove creosote more easily is the use of a powerful drill attached to rotary hoops (metallic rods). The third stage creosote has now transformed into a highly flammable (concentrated fuel) and sticky substance. At this point the tar like substance appears as though it is dripping down the inside of the chimney. The creosote hardens on the lining of the chimney and gets thicker as more soot and creosote continues to build up. At this stage the more combustible it gets and more challenging to remove. The only intervention could be chemical removers.

A chain and rotary head is also an alternative when the creosote has hardened and not sticky. However this is not a recommendable option when the chimney lining is made from ceramic or clay as it could get broken. Replacing the flue lining may be the only choice at this stage. Problem with having any openings in system is liquid creosote can go through joints or cracks as well as accumulates outside the flue tile. It is one serious problem as in the chimney fire the creosote ignites and becomes slow burning fire. The house fire becomes the greater possibility. It's probably good to consider unsafe when any chimney having 3rd stage creosote in it, particularly if there is the chimney fire. Frankly, even though servicemen remove creosote if possible, cleaning doesn't yield much of safety you would hope for.

Thus, it's probably good to remove old tiles totally (and get rid of the creosote on outside of tiles also) and replace liner with new insulated liner. Reasons there are the bad mortar joints and cracks in the chimneys are many, including: Wrong mortar is often used, and dries very quickly & falls out after the construction. Some of the masons "work very fast" and do not think it is important to seal joints. Earth is shifting and stack of the tiles moves with time. This will open the mortar joints and at times crack the tiles.