Basic Services
Sweeping and Inspection
A standard cleaning includes a complete visual inspection and thorough removal of the flaky creosote deposits from the fireplace system (the chimney flue, smoke chamber and firebox). Tarps, Special rods, chimney brushes, hand brushes and a vacuum are used.
Smoke Problems
Smoke problems occur for a variety of reasons. In some cases the fireplace has a poor draw, in other situations smoke travels to other parts of the house through gaps in the liner. In other homes wind blows down the flue. We will diagnose and fix the problem.
Gutter Cleaning
The main purpose of a rain gutter is to protect a building's foundation by
channeling water away from its base. The gutter also helps to reduce erosion,
prevents leaks in basements and crawlspaces, protects painted or stained surfaces by reducing exposure to water,and provides a means to collect rainwater for later use.
Dryer Vent Cleaning
Dryer vents are rarely thought about by home owners, but yet the need yearly cleaning. Accumulated lint in the dryer exhaust can dramatically increase drying time, causing wasted energy and can potentially pose a fire hazard.
Dryer exhaust vent cleaning may help to reduce the drying time for your clothes. The equipment used by London Fog Chimney Clean & Repair Service removes the build-up of lint and other debris from the dryer exhaust.
Animal Removal
Birds and other creatures can get into prefab chimneys and cause real problems. They often build nests in the upper niches of the chimney stack. With thorough dismantling of the inhabited area and ethical treatment to the uninvited guests, we will solve the problem. We have experience removing birds, raccoons and squirrels.
Important Appointment Tips!
In preparation for your London Fog Chimney Sweep visit, we ask that you discontinue use of the appliance being serviced 24 hours in advance. This just ensures that we aren’t dealing with a hot appliance that can endanger our technicians. We also request that you clean out all ash before our visit. Finally, please remove any objects that are close to our work zone. We need the freedom to move around and have our equipment close by, and more importantly, we want to be sure that none of your valuables get damaged.
If you haven’t made your annual appointment yet, contact us today! We look forward to serving you, and showing you the London Fog Chimney Service difference.
