Our Chimney Sweep Services Keep Baltimore Homes Safe and Warm

Choose Edward's Chimneys for all your comprehensive chimney and heating appliance service needs, including:

Chimney Leak Troubleshooting

Fireplace Installation

Masonry Repairs

Stove Installation

Chimney Inspections

Chimney Waterproofing

Chimney Relining

Chimney Sweeps

Chimney Repairs

How Are We Different From the Rest?

Your busy life and dedication to a beautiful home are well-understood by us at Edward's Chimneys. In order to ensure we leave only a smile on your face and a safe, healthy chimney, we take several precautions. We lay drop-cloths the moment we step into your home, keeping your floors clean, and utilize industrial-strength vacuums to clear any debris or soot that might come loose during sweeping.

Not only do we prioritize cleanliness, but we also use state-of-the-art video scanning technology to examine your chimney's condition pre- and post-service. This technique allows us to catch any issues and lets you see the prompt results of our visit.

Engage Edward's Chimneys for your chimney services and experience the skills of certified technicians, a thorough and spotless cleaning job, innovative chimney inspection, and detailed documentation of the process, including before and after.

Baltimore, MD homeowners have come to appreciate our craftsmanship and integrity. In each of our service vehicles, a capable chimney technician is partnered with an assistant. All our technicians have extensive experience and a steadfast commitment to excellence.

The Need for Chimney Sweeping in Maintaining Home Safety

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.

While using your fireplace or stove, the chimney aims to contain and remove harmful byproducts from burning fuel, such as gases, smoke, particles, and minerals. However, debris and creosote can accumulate, causing blockages and fires. A trained Maryland chimney sweep will effectively and safely eliminate this buildup, ensuring your chimney operates efficiently.

By engaging in affordable and important chimney sweeping, you can benefit from preventative maintenance that keeps you safe and saves money in the long term.

Yearly inspection and cleaning are necessary for chimneys that are used regularly, but even rarely-used chimneys should receive at least one inspection and sweeping to ensure their safe and correct operation.

Gearing up for your chimney sweeping appointment is hassle-free:

Prior to your appointment, ensure a 24-hour period without a fire in your fireplace.

Furniture and fragile items should be repositioned several feet away from the area surrounding your stove or fireplace.

We ask that you keep your pets in a separate room, far from the work area.

It will take your chimney sweep around 60 to 90 minutes to finish the job, and your technician will perform the following tasks:

Look over the accessible portions of your chimney's exterior and interior.

Factory-made units: examine for cracks.

Chimney sweep with special brushes.

Evaluate your chimney liner for cracks, missing joints, and gaps.

Scrub the smoke chamber, smoke shelf, and damper in your chimney using our dependable hand tools.

Ashes should be cleared and firebox swept.

Lift the grate out of a fireplace or stove and then brush it.

Check for any fire safety hazards.

Even with the evolution of chimney tools, the traditional approach to chimney sweeping with brushes and rods persists.

Hiring a Chimney Sweep: What to Consider

Since chimney sweeping isn't subject to federal regulation, it's possible for anyone to buy some tools and brushes and claim to be competent. But selecting an unqualified team can result in a pricey mistake.

With appropriate maintenance, a great deal of chimney fires and fireplace complications can be circumvented, but unqualified chimney sweeps and their below-standard repair work can exacerbate issues and perils. We have even had to provide assistance to homeowners who have been defrauded by some of these unqualified establishments.

Among the various chimney sweep companies, understanding the contrasts in their education, training, experience, and standards is vital.

The sad truth is that not every chimney sweep company prioritizes your long-term safety. When choosing between Edward's Chimneys or another, confirm that they are licensed, insured, and certified to manage your chimney and fireplace.

First things first, ensure that the company is both licensed and insured, and it's always wise to seek references. Keep in mind the significance of CSIA certification for Maryland chimney sweep services too.

The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to keeping homeowners safe and shielding them from fire dangers. Governed by volunteer industry professionals, they have been fulfilling this mission since the 1980s by offering the CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep credential.