Beware of Soliciting Chimney Services

As with any other services, beware of those that come around knocking from door to door asking to do chimney work for you. Cleaning, repairs and maintenance should only be done by a qualified professional. These solicitors generally ask for lower prices, and some may even ask for all of the money up front. While these prices might sound great, your insurance is not going to cover them if something happens to them, to you or to the home. The same tips and warnings are the same for roofers, or other contractors going door to door. 

Please Keep in Mind…

Anything below around $120 for just a flue cleaning can be a scam. The company, or person may just want to scare you into thinking something is wrong with the chimney while they are there, so they can run many other high prices on you. The chimney might not need any work done on it to begin with. Many times, you will find that this can cause a problem with you choosing the right company to work with. 

Anyone that comes to you for the services that you may (or may not) need is generally someone you do not want to hire. You should be able to do your research on a company, that has an office building, and also a number you can call. You want a reputable company that knows what they are doing to come out and check out your chimney.

Work with someone that is certified and can show you that they have the experience, as well as the certification needed to do the chimney job. These are the individuals you want to also provide your home with the inspection needed. These inspections are important for the life of your chimney, and for your home but you need to have them done right.

When you’re in need of a qualified chimney professional, make sure to give us a call here at All Year Chimney Sweeps and Repairs. We can service the general, and surrounding Nashville area to ensure you get the best price possible. High quality services can be beneficial, and you can live in a cleaner, safer home with a functioning chimney. 

Spring is On the Way - Is Your Chimney Ready?

Chimneys need a little TLC throughout the year. While this might seem like an easy place to overlook, it can also be a dangerous one. Having the chimney thoroughly cleaned, swept through and repaired can put you in the best position to have a better working, safer chimney to use during the cooler months of the year. 

Spring Time is the Perfect Time to Have Your Chimney Relined

The flu liner in the chimney is what protects your home, and your family from any toxic gases or soot from entering the air. When the liner is broken, it can cause serious damage to the inside of the home and the lungs of your family. Carbon monoxide getting into your home is a serious problem, so having the liner replaced when it needs to be is important. 

Replacing Your Chase Cover or Chimney Cap

Both do the same job, but on different types of chimneys. Having this repaired or replaced is essential if you want to ensure that the smoke goes out of your home, and not inside it. In addition, it keeps the water from going into the chimney and down into the fireplace, causing numerous damages that you’d have to pay for. Don’t let this be you. 

Checking for Cracks, Leaks and Other Problems

The chimney can crack, leak and cause a wide array of other problems. While this might not be on the chimney itself, it can also be noted on the roof around the chimney, as well. Having the proper repairs done on the roof of the home, and around the chimney can prevent any problems from occurring later on down the road. 

Inspections and a Sweep

Having an inspection to find any of these problems, while also having the chimney cleaned out can protect the inside and outside of the home. A qualified chimney professional can come over and do this work, and other repairs for you as needed. Inspections are good to have once a year to keep everything in perfect balance, so you do not have to worry about a thing.

Don’t let the spring time come and go without having a chimney clean and repair. Let us handle what your chimney needs, while also ensuring that you, your family and your home are all safe and sound. All Year Chimney Sweeps and Repairs in Nashville are here to help.