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Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Athens Georgia
Chimney Repairs | Chimney Sweeps | Chimney Cleanings
With over 30 years of experience, Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Athens is dedicated to giving you the best experience when dealing with your chimney and fireplace system.
Areas We Service:
Athens, Madison, Covington, Greensboro, Lawrenceville
Chimney Sweep Athens GA
Everyone wants to take care of their home but few know where to start. Just like it’s recommended to have an annual check-up to prevent death and illness, it’s recommended to have your chimney inspected and swept annually to prevent damage.
Our Athens team is here to get your chimney a clean bill of health and answer any questions you have along the way.
Chimney Repair Athens GA
When you find a leak in your home it can be stressful. You have to find the right specialist, call around, and find someone you can trust.
That’s why you need someone who has been servicing Athens for the past 30 years. With an unmatched response time and an industry-leading warranty, Sootmaster will take care of your chimney!
Chimney Cleaning Athens GA
An unwanted guest is more than enough to warrant concern. Squirrels, raccoons, birds, bats, and opossums are common perpetrators of home invasions through the chimney.
Sootmaster puts a stop to this by humanly removing the animal from your fireplace system as well as developing a plan to prevent any future intruders.
Chimney Sweep Athens Georgia – What to Expect
Here at Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Athens Georgia, your satisfaction is our priority. We have spent the last 30 years perfecting our craft and earning a great reputation with those we have had the pleasure of meeting. At Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Athens Georgia, we hold our chimney sweeps to the highest standard of training as well as follow the EPA and USFA’s recommendations. It is for these reasons we offer 10-year warranties on most of our services.
About Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Athens GA
Our team is careful to take good care of your home. Each member of the team wants to provide you with the best service possible. We always call ahead to verify arrival times and to inform you of any delays. At Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Athens GA, first-class fireplace services are available and we have years of experience. We offer chimney sweep services that are performed by a veteran technician who utilizes professional equipment specific to the task at hand.
In a field where performance relies on knowledge, we have over 30 years of experience, with a multitude of satisfied customers. Although chimney sweeping can be tedious work, our technicians not only take pride in their work but also enjoy it! By providing our customers with a detailed “before and after” report, which includes photos, chimney sweeps can be easy for you too. We value our customers and are looking to build a relationship with them, which is why we have a friendly team on standby ready to answer any of your questions or concerns.
By contacting our team at Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Athens, we can help you with anything ranging from an appointment, detailed advice, or cleaning procedures.
Benefits of a Sweep and Inspection
Fire Prevention
Fire Prevention — Fireplaces create soot and creosote while burning wood. Creosote is extremely flammable and easily combustible in large amounts. A chimney fire not only will be detrimental to the chimney system, but could destroy your home.
Flue Protection
Flue Protection – An annual cleaning and inspection by an experienced professional will significantly increase the lifespan of the chimney flue liner and ensure the safety of your home. The flue is the gateway that takes harmful toxins, smoke, and gas outside. If the chimney flue becomes compromised by an excessive amount of creosote and soot, then it can cause fires as previously mentioned. It could allow exhaust fumes into your home, leading to health concerns for those inside.
Heating Efficiency
Heating Efficiency – One of the top benefits of owning a fireplace is the ability to efficiently heat your home. Of course, if the fireplace and chimney become clogged with excessive amounts of soot and creosote, then it will fail to efficiently heat the home. An annual chimney sweep will keep your home feeling warm and comfortable throughout the winter months.
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Prevent Stench
Prevent Stench – During the warmer months, a smelly chimney is the most common sign that your chimney needs to be cleaned. The smell is the result of creosote, soot and animal obstructions building up, moisture entering the chimney, negative air pressure in the home. To avoid the stinky chimney experience altogether, schedule your annual chimney sweep appointment with Sootmaster!
Sootmaster — Master Of Fireplace & Chimney Installations
Chimney Installation Services in Athens GA
Since our goal is to aim to make sure that each customer gets maximum enjoyment and long service life from their chimneys and fireplaces, we only sell and install the best stoves, prefab fireplaces, and chimney and hearth accessories available. We’ve put in the hard work of researching and testing these products and brands, and we know what’s going to last and provide you with the most enjoyment. Whatever you may be looking for, we’re confident we can provide it.
We install all of the following:
Our Goal is To Help Athens!
Whether your aim is to keep water and animals out of your chimney; save on utilities and prevent conditioned air loss; make cleanup easier; ensure your home is equipped with proper fire alarms and smoke detectors; improve draft and eradicate smoke problems; or enjoy a new fireplace, or a wood stove, ask the Sootmaster! We’re industry and installation experts that are here to answer your questions, provide honest, upfront communication, and offer tips on how to best maintain and enjoy your fireplace or stove.
Worried about your property? Don’t be! We’re respectful of your property and protect furniture and flooring throughout our service. We’re also respectful of your time and will call ahead with expected show times or delays. Don’t worry — we’re a chimney company that actually cares about our customers!
For no-pressure, high-quality, professional fireplace care and installations, call on the Sootmaster. Whatever you decide, you can count on us for all your chimney and fireplace needs.
When installed improperly chimneys and chimney caps will be less durable and more susceptible to the elements. Depending on what was done improperly the structure of your chimney may be less secure. Minor mistakes made at the end of the chimney installation process could cause your chimney joints to leak, leading to thousands of dollars in damages. You can see an example in the image above.
Quality Assurance
Because we aim to make sure that each customer gets maximum enjoyment and long service life from their chimneys and fireplaces, we only sell and install the best stoves, prefab fireplaces, and chimney and hearth accessories available. We’ve put in the hard work of researching and testing these products and brands, and we know what’s going to last and provide you with the most enjoyment. Whatever you may be looking for, we’re confident we can provide it.
When installed improperly chimneys and chimney caps will be less durable and more susceptible to the elements. Depending on what was done improperly the structure of your chimney may be less secure. Or minor mistakes made at the end of the chimney installation process could cause your chimney joints to leak, leading to thousands of dollars in damages. You can see an example in the image above.
Animal Removal Services in Athens GA
Squirrels
These furry little ones do not often make their nests in chimneys, but they do manage to do so on occasion. Some squirrels have been known to crawl inside a damper and break it, fortunately, they are removable. Typically they will scurry down a chimney when there is a bad storm to take cover. After storms pass, squirrels tend to find themselves trapped inside the chimney.
Raccoons
As seen here in the photo, we frequently remove families of raccoons from chimneys. In this specific job, we were able to remove and relocate a mother and her five cubs safely and quickly. Raccoons do carry a number of diseases, it is dangerous for you to attempt to remove them, as well as a safety concern to operate your fireplace. Though have the ability to climb out, there are occassions where they get stuck in the chimney flue.
Birds
Nesting happens very often in many chimneys. Odds are in your lifetime, you will have some kind of bird in your chimney. Birds cause a number of problems in the chimney, normally starting with a draft issue or a bad smell. Some birds, however, carry Histoplasmosis, a fungus carried in the feces of birds and bats. Histoplasmosis often causes fever, cough, fatigue, chills, headache, aching, and chest pain. If you have any of these symptoms, speak to a doctor, and give us a call.
Bats
Like many animals, Bats are drawn to chimneys because they are dark, enclosed places. Bats, like birds, carry a lot of diseases and fungus, including Histoplasmosis and more. Bats can be a danger to you as well as themselves, so please do not attempt to move them yourself. Unlike birds, bats cannot fly straight up causing them to become trapped.
Chimney Swifts
Chimney swifts are a special case when it comes to animal removal. They are a federally protected migratory bird, and they often roost in chimneys due to the easy grips on the wall. These birds roost vertically, clinging to the walls. Chimneys become ideal spaces because of protection from predators and the elements.