Gilbert Chooses Us for Top-Quality Chimney Sweep Services
At Petty Brothers Chimneys, we offer comprehensive chimney and heating appliance services, including:
Chimney Leak TroubleshootingChimney Inspections
Fireplace Installation
Chimney Renovations
Masonry Repairs
Chimney Sweeping
Chimney Waterproofing
Chimney Relining
Stove Installation
What Puts Us Ahead of the Rest?
We understand that you lead a busy life, and maintaining a clean and beautiful home can be challenging. That's why Petty Brothers Chimneys makes every effort to leave no trace of our visit, except for a smile on your face and a healthy chimney. We start by using drop-cloths to protect your floors from any mess that may occur during our service. Additionally, we use industrial-strength vacuums to remove any debris or soot that may arise during sweeping.
We maintain cleanliness and use advanced video scanning technology to document the condition of your chimney before and after our services. This ensures that we catch any problems, and you can see the immediate results of our visit.
You'll have access to certified and trained technicians, an impeccably clean and comprehensive job, advanced chimney inspection, and before and after process documentation when you entrust your chimney to Petty Brothers Chimneys.
Distinguished by our craftsmanship and integrity, we stand out to Gilbert, AZ residents. Our work vans usually include a proficient chimney technician and an assistant. Each technician is experienced and committed to delivering personalized service.
The Significance of Regular Chimney Sweeping
Though it might seem like a simple chore, chimney sweeping is actually a complex process that requires a skilled expert's involvement for accurate completion, and it's of utmost importance for upholding your chimney's function and the security of your home and family.
As you use your fireplace or stove, the chimney works to contain and remove harmful byproducts of burning fuel, such as gases, smoke, particles, and minerals. Over time, debris and creosote build up, potentially causing blockages and fires. A skilled Arizona chimney sweep expert will safely and thoroughly clean the debris and creosote, ensuring your chimney functions correctly.
A crucial and budget-friendly practice, chimney sweeping, is part of preventative maintenance that ensures your safety and long-term monetary savings.
Yearly cleaning and inspection of chimneys are important for those in regular use, but even for those used less frequently, at least one examination and sweeping are necessary to ensure safety and proper operation.
Preparing for your chimney sweep appointment couldn't be simpler:
Prior to your appointment, avoid using your fireplace for a fire for at least 24 hours.
Move furniture and fragile items away from your stove or fireplace, ensuring they are several feet away.
Please make sure your pets are in a separate room, far from the work area.
In approximately an hour to an hour and a half, your chimney sweep should complete the task, and your technician will perform the following:
Assess the reachable areas of your chimney's interior and exterior.
Check factory-made units for cracks.
Chimney sweep with special brushes.
Check for missing joints, gaps, and cracks in the chimney liner.
Our hand tools help you scrub the smoke chamber, smoke shelf, and damper of your chimney.
Ensure a tidy firebox by removing ashes.
In a fireplace or stove, eliminate the grate and give it a brush.
Evaluate any fire safety hazards.
Even though chimney tools have progressed over time, the customary practice of chimney sweeping with brushes and rods is still in place.
How to Find the Right Chimney Sweep: What to Look For
Since there's no federal regulation for the chimney sweeping industry, anyone can acquire a couple of tools and brushes and claim expertise. However, hiring the wrong team can lead to costly mistakes.
Proper chimney maintenance can avert numerous fires and fireplace issues, while problems and hazards can be escalated by unqualified chimney sweeps and their second-rate repair work. We've even had to come to the rescue of homeowners who've been conned by some of these unqualified businesses.
With the diverse range of chimney sweep companies, you may wonder about the discrepancies in education, training, experience, and standards.
Unfortunately, not every chimney sweep is concerned with your long-term (or even short-term) safety. So whether you choose Petty Brothers Chimneys or another chimney sweep company for the job, make sure the company you choose to care for your chimney and fireplace is licensed, insured, and certified.
To start, ascertain that the company possesses both a license and insurance, and soliciting references is always beneficial. Moreover, look for CSIA certification among Arizona chimney sweep services.
As a non-profit organization managed by volunteer industry professionals, the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) works to keep homeowners safe and shield them from the perils of fire. They have been doing so since the 1980s by offering the CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep credential.