Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Mt Vernon AL
With over 30 years of experience, Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Mt Vernon is dedicated to giving you the best experience when dealing with your chimney and fireplace system.
“Nobody gets there faster than us or better prepared. Over 100 years of combined experience!”
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Who is Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Mt Vernon?
We are a full-service chimney sweep company. Thirty years ago, The cost of home heating was on the rise and so was chimney fires. Mt Vernon had a shortage of chimney sweeps and it was a struggle to receive quality work in a reasonable timeframe. This caused many to stop using their fireplaces, or attempt to do it themselves. We knew we had to do something. That is why we pride ourselves on having the quickest response time in the industry, back our repairs with industry-leading warranties, and do everything in our power to go above and beyond your expectations every time.
UNDER OUR GOAL
Our goal is to service chimneys and to make them safe. To provide inspections and cleanings, at a reasonable price to help prevent chimney fires, and keep carbon monoxide flowing up and out your chimney instead of flowing into your home. We solve problems such as water leaks that can cause your biggest investment to end up in ruins. We repair chimneys and fireplaces to keep them in a condition that is safe to burn. We humanely remove wildlife and fumigate for fungus and bacteria to ensure your home is clean and you are healthy.
Our Promise to Mt Vernon AL
Our Promise is to build a relationship with the people we serve because we want to have the privilege of being your chimney sweep. We’ll accomplish this by doing what it takes to exceed your expectations and by providing the best service offered by any chimney sweep company.
That’s Why at Sootmaster Chimney Sweep Mt Vernon We:
- Always call in advance with any hold-ups or inconveniences
- Keep the fireplace area as clean as we found it by tarping off the fireplace area and using vacuums made to collect falling debris.
- Have the quickest response times in Mt Vernon!
Sootmaster strives to be the resource for fire safety and fireplace enjoyment education and is always more than happy to answer questions and provide tips.
Check Your Calendar
The National Fire Protection Association recommends having your chimney professionally cleaned and inspected at least once a year. If you’ve gone a year or more without having your chimney checked out, it’s best to go ahead and make an appointment with your local chimney sweep. Experienced chimney technicians like the ones at Sootmaster will make sure your chimney is clean and working properly.
Fireplace Odors
Do you have unpleasant smells coming from your fireplace? It’s most likely due to a buildup of soot and creosote, which are byproducts of burning wood. Creosote can stick to the walls of your chimney and is the leading cause of chimney fires.
Black Spots on Fireplace Walls
Have you noticed a black, oily substance on the walls of your fireplace? This is a buildup of creosote and can be removed by a chimney technician. It is important to remove creosote to prevent chimney fires.
Weak Fires
If it’s difficult to start a fire in your fireplace, your chimney could be clogged. Poorly burning fires can also be a result of a malfunctioning damper. Both issues restrict the amount of oxygen that reaches your fire, stopping it from burning properly. These problems can be fixed by a knowledgeable chimney technician.
Animals In Your Chimney
Animals and animal nests can restrict the flow of air in your chimney or even catch fire. If you hear noises coming from your chimney or notice nests on top of it, call your local chimney sweep to have the animals safely removed.
5 Signs You Need Your Chimney Cleaned
Being a homeowner comes with a long to-do list. From home improvement projects to daily upkeep, there’s probably a lot on your mind when it comes to your home. However, the last thing that may come to mind is one of the most important: your chimney. Just like the rest of your home, your chimney and fireplace need regular cleaning and maintenance to work properly..
Why is There Sand in My Fireplace?
If you notice that your mortar is crumbling and see signs of small sand deposits in the fireplace or if it crumbles when you run a finger over it you have a problem. When this happens it means that, due to the build-up of creosote, you need to have the mortar replaced or otherwise known as tuckpointing. You see when creosote mixes with water it becomes acidic, this acid can then eat away at the silica in the mortar reducing it back to sand, this is why it crumbles, silica is the bonding agent in a mortar, and if you remove that the mortar is reduced to its original form. This can be repaired by a professional chimney sweep and should be done so as soon as possible. Too much missing mortar can compromise the masonry work and has the potential to collapse your entire fireplace.
