We employ modern chimney inspection and maintenance techniques in order to educate and empower you to safeguard and maintain the value of your home. In both cases, it becomes necessary to "sweep" the chimney in order to thoroughly inspect the flue and promote proper venting of any fireplace or appliance venting through the chimney.
Lint build up in your dryer vent decreases the efficiency of your clothes dryer and poses a potential fire hazard. Our Dryer Vent Inspection and Cleaning service works just like our Chimney Inspection and Sweep service. We'll sweep the vent clear of lint buildup and make any needed repair recommendations.
Lint build up in your dryer vent decreases the efficiency of your clothes dryer and poses a potential fire hazard. Our Dryer Vent Inspection and Cleaning service works just like our Chimney Inspection and Sweep service. We'll sweep the vent clear of lint buildup and make any needed repair recommendations.
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The main purpose of a chimney is to safely exhaust products of combustion out of your home. In addition to safely exhausting products of combustion from your home, chimneys often also draw oxygen into the appliance they vent in order to allow for the combustion needed to light/run the appliance. Interferences with either of these 2 functions will affect the overall operation and efficiency of the unit.
Level 1 inspection applies to all readily accessible portions of the chimney exterior and accessible portions of the appliance and chimney connection. It generally involves disconnecting the appliance from the chimney, and using a light to look up into the flue.
This is to determine the overall cleanliness of the venting system, that the system is not blocked, is capable of continued use as is, and will not cause damage to other portions of your home.If the chimney is dirty it will require sweeping. Level 2 inspections are a bit more thorough. The same effort outlined in the level 1 inspection applies here with the addition of getting onto the roof to more completely inspect the entire chimney system.
This is to determine the overall cleanliness of the venting system, that the system is not blocked, is capable of continued use as is, and will not cause damage to other portions of your home.If the chimney is dirty it will require sweeping. Level 2 inspections are a bit more thorough. The same effort outlined in the level 1 inspection applies here with the addition of getting onto the roof to more completely inspect the entire chimney system.
Lint and debris can build up in your clothes dryer duct causing your dryer to work overtime. This build up may be the cause of poor dryer performance and may create potentially hazardous conditions including dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in your home or even fire. The following tips from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) can help you keep your dryer venting efficiently and safely.
Once confirmed, you'll be able to scroll though the calendar, and request a day and time for your inspection. The average inspection and chimney sweep takes roughly 45 minutes to 1 and a half hours to complete. Yes and no. We ask that you try to be home for your inspection in order to review the inspection report so that we can answer any questions you may have.
Reviews (11)
Jack Brandhorst
Jan 26, 2022
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Kevin Lee
Jan 21, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Value
B+H installed a flue and wood burning stove in our old hearth. They were very accommodating with my schedule and were professional and knowledgeable. We have an old house with old house issues but B+H knew what to do. And they kept my kitchen clean! We're so happy with the result. Our dog is probably the happiest.
Services: Chimney inspections, Fireplace installations, Chimney repair & restoration
B+H installed a flue and wood burning stove in our old hearth. They were very accommodating with my schedule and were professional and knowledgeable. We have an old house with old house issues but B+H knew what to do. And they kept my kitchen clean! We're so happy with the result. Our dog is probably the happiest.
Services: Chimney inspections, Fireplace installations, Chimney repair & restoration
Kim Paszula
Jan 20, 2022
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We had a leak in our bedroom around the chimney and when trying to use the fireplace it filled the room with smoke. B&H repointed the chimney which stopped the leak. They also made the flue of the fireplace bigger at the top so it would draw, and relined the furnace flue. They were extremely knowledgeable and did a great job would highly recommend!
Kimberly Coriale
Jan 17, 2022
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Tom Loveland
Jan 14, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Terrific! The team was early, courteous, professional, and friendly, and communicated well regarding services performed, assessment of our chimney, and recommended timeframe for our next service call.
Services: Chimney inspections, Chimney cleaning
Terrific! The team was early, courteous, professional, and friendly, and communicated well regarding services performed, assessment of our chimney, and recommended timeframe for our next service call.
Services: Chimney inspections, Chimney cleaning
Valina Dawson
Jan 10, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Value
Friendly and professional. They were quick and clean. The photos of the chimney are helpful in understanding the state of our chimney and what repairs need to be made. Everything was easily understood and fairly priced. Will be a repeat customer.
Services: Chimney inspections, Chimney flue cleaning
Friendly and professional. They were quick and clean. The photos of the chimney are helpful in understanding the state of our chimney and what repairs need to be made. Everything was easily understood and fairly priced. Will be a repeat customer.
Services: Chimney inspections, Chimney flue cleaning
Jg A.
Feb 03, 2020
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Price: $180 for a chimney cleaning/sweep
I have used B&H several times over the years. They were on time and did a descent job. I was surprised and little concerned that it only took this two-person team 15 minutes to clean and get on the roof to check things out. I was disappointed that they didn't clean the fireplace walls completely (see photo). In the past all of the soot would be washed off. I mentioned something to Tim and he had his sidekick come back to work on it for five more minutes. Still wasn't overly satisfied for the price I paid. $180 seems steep in the DMV region
I have used B&H several times over the years. They were on time and did a descent job. I was surprised and little concerned that it only took this two-person team 15 minutes to clean and get on the roof to check things out. I was disappointed that they didn't clean the fireplace walls completely (see photo). In the past all of the soot would be washed off. I mentioned something to Tim and he had his sidekick come back to work on it for five more minutes. Still wasn't overly satisfied for the price I paid. $180 seems steep in the DMV region
Ace S.
Apr 07, 2018
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What a waste of time. I scheduled a chimney inspection appointment several weeks in advance for a property that is about 2 hrs away from me. I took the day off, drove to Baltimore. Right before the appointment, they called saying they can no longer come for the inspection & I'd have to reschedule. No apologies or explanation....
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Nick A.
Mar 29, 2015
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Oct 21, 2014
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Feb 14, 2013
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