Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama

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Chimney Sweeping

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Chimney Animal Removal

Chimney Sweeping

Masonry Repair

Installations

Waterproofing Services

Inspections

Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama

Allstar Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama works hard every day to make sure the people in our community have safe chimneys. Our master technicians apply their 100 years of combined experience to help you make sure your chimney looks and performs at its best while not being a threat to you or your home. We deliver premium quality services to each of our customers.

It’s about time to start using your fireplace again. Did you know you should have your fireplace inspected at least once every year before continued use? Yes, that’s right, this is what the National Fire Protection Association recommends so you can ensure the safety of yourself and your home. Most people think that not much can change with their fireplace and chimney in a year but actually, a lot can change.

Your chimney sits at the highest point of your home and is therefore the most exposed part of your home. This means it has no protection from wind, rain, tornados, and hurricanes. Sometimes your chimney could even have a weak point that would allow leaves and other debris to fall in. This same weak point could also enable an animal to enter your chimney.

After facing weather conditions throughout the year, your chimney will likely need maintenance. This may not always be the case, however, a qualified chimney professional should check your chimney each year to make sure you and your home are in the clear. If you have rusted, broken, or missing chimney parts your chimney becomes a danger to you and your home.

Issues such as these lead to water damage to not only your chimney but also other parts of your home. This means you’ll face mold growth which causes respiratory issues along with property damage to your ceilings and walls. If these issues are not tended to, the subsequent fire you light in your fireplace could be the one that burns down your house and puts your livelihood in jeopardy.

You don’t have to spend another day with uncertainties about your chimney. Allstar Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama is proud to offer same-day availability so you can reclaim your time and safety. Call us today so we can help you restore your confidence in your chimney and the safety of your home.

Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama

Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama Services

Chimney sweep

Chimney Sweep

Chimney sweeps are vital to the lifespan of a chimney and promotes safety in your home as a whole. A sweep removes soot and creosote to help you avoid the devastating result of a chimney or house fire. They also offer the great benefit of providing the technician performing the sweep with the opportunity to complete an inspection on your fireplace and chimney to make sure safety measures are in place.

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Chimney Repair

Allstar Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama proudly offers a two-step process in masonry repairs. Step one consists of you getting your initial inspection. Step two consists of the technicians coming right back to your home to complete your specialized repair plan. A huge part of our mission is to provide quality repairs while also using the opportunity to involve and educate our customers.

Chimney inspection

Chimney Inspection

All people do not get inspections for the same reasons. Some people are experiencing issues such as water leaks or foul smells while others may be in the process of buying, selling, or renovating their homes. With over 30 years of experience, Allstar Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama has created an inspection process that will include a survey of each aspect of your chimney.

Breathe Clean Air

Blockages in your chimney will have serious negative effects on the quality of your air. Smoke is hard on the lungs, and if it’s not all going out the chimney, it’s coming back into your home and your body. Wildlife such as birds or squirrels run the risk of blocking proper ventilation, creating hazards for both your health and theirs. The waste of these animals can also carry respiratory diseases.

Allstar Chimney Sweep Huntsville Alabama teams have experience and training for humane animal removal and all chimney cleaning degrees. Certainly, hiring a professional is the best (and possibly only) way to solve an air quality issue that the chimney causes.

Common Animals To Invade Chimneys

Hazards/Problems with Animals Being in a Chimney

Taking shelter in the chimney can be ideal for some critters while others are trapped. Animals tend to cause issues for homeowners such as being noisy and messy by leaving behind droppings and scraps of food. They can clog your chimney with chosen nesting materials, preventing smoke from escaping and causing a fire.

Blockages can raise the risks of carbon monoxide buildup inside the home. There is a higher risk of the animal finding its way into your home. Animals do not bathe like humans causing an odor and their droppings are just as bad. The smell can become worse if the animal becomes trapped and dies inside. Animals carry diseases on their fur and in their droppings.

These contaminated droppings can sicken a family. These animals are most active at night which can be a nuisance for homeowners.

Removing Animals

Animals of any kind are to be removed by a professional. There are many threats these animals can cause to someone who does not know what they are doing. These creatures can be easily scared in places where they will become stuck and die. If there is an animal carcass, it is best to have it removed professionally as there are potential health hazards.

  • Birds
    • For warmth and protection, birds will build their nests inside chimneys. The Chimney swift, a smaller species, tend to build their nests on the flue lines while larger species will build their nests on the damper or smoke shelf. With the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, it is against the law to remove nesting birds. You will have to wait for the brood, or young birds, to leave. If there are reasons you cannot wait for the broods to leave then it is best to seek out local wildlife officers/services. This must be done before a professional can clean your chimney and install a heavy-duty stainless steel chimney cap.
  • Raccoons
    • Nocturnal and known for their aggressive attitudes, raccoons are hard to remove from chimneys. One bite can cause rabies, and possibly roundworms. These critters, in particular, need to be removed by a professional only. Black steel and aluminum are no match for these critters as they are able to breakthrough. The best solution to keep them locked out is to install a heavy-duty stainless steel chimney cover.

Prevention

  • Bats
    • Excellent for warmth and shelter, bats will look hard for places like a chimney. Another animal that carries rabies, it is best to have removed by a professional. Though it is hard to keep them out due they are able to fit through bird screens or open mortar joints in the brickwork. The installation of a damper and chimney cap can help prevent bats from getting into the home.
  • Squirrels
    • Squirrels are notorious for building their nests in chimneys and tend to make them extremely tight. These normally will block the ventilation of the chimney flue causing a chimney fire. Squirrels are known for climbing through the dampers entering the home. The best way to prevent their entry is to have a professional install a heavy stainless steel chimney cover.
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Hearing noises of wildlife coming from inside your chimney? There could be endless types of animals to have invaded your chimney. Never light a fire in your chimney unless you have had your annual chimney sweep.

An annual chimney sweep could save your home from creatures entering the home, even more the horrific smell from lighting a fire without removing them or their waste prior. Call your local chimney service today to learn more about why it is important to have an annual sweep, if not twice a year for precaution.

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Servicing your chimney does not have to be hard for you. Allstar is here to help you get rid of the stress of maintaining your fireplace and chimney.

You’ve finally found the right people to satisfy all your chimney and fireplace needs, contact us now!

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