Fireplace Cleaning

We remove ash and debris from the firebox, brush soot from the firebrick walls, clean the smoke shelf and damper, and sweep the flue from the firebox to the chimney top. Creosote buildup is rated on a three-stage scale: Stage 1 (dusty soot) is removed with standard brushes; Stage 2 (flaky or tar-like deposits) requires more aggressive brushing; Stage 3 (glazed creosote) requires chemical treatment followed by mechanical removal. We report the creosote stage and recommend a cleaning interval based on your usage.

Gas fireplaces produce less soot than wood-burning units but still accumulate dust, pet hair, cobwebs, and carbon deposits on burners, logs, and glass panels. We remove and clean the gas log set, vacuum the burner tray, wipe down the glass with non-abrasive cleaner, inspect the pilot assembly and thermocouple, and verify gas connections for leaks.

Reduced smoke and odor. Lower risk of chimney fire from creosote buildup. Better combustion efficiency. Longer life for firebrick, dampers, and gas components. A more attractive fireplace for entertaining and daily enjoyment.