We highly recommend doing your homeowork before you hire and invite a sweep into your home. There are the websites that have a wealth of information and let you search for nationally certified chimney sweeps. Our favorites are the Chimney Safety Institue of America (CSIA) and the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG).
CSIA Recommended Questions to Hire Certified Chimney Sweeps
The CSIA recommends that homeowners conduct annual inspections and cleanings on their fireplace and chimney. This protects against unecessary fires and carbon monoxide poisoning. Use the following CSIA questions when you are researching certified chimney sweeps:
- How long have they been in business?
- Can they provide references?
- Are there any unresolved complaints filed within the city or state consumer protection agency or Better Business Bureau?
- Does the company or individual carry a valid business liability insurance policy to protect your home and furnishings against accidents?
- Does the company ensure that a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep will be on the job site?
Get more tips from the CSIA!
Doctor Flue Is Highly Recommended by Clients
At Doctor Flue, we provide a nationally certified sweep in every service vehicle! We pride ourselves in being fully certified, licensed, and insured. We stay up-to-date with the newest technology and the newest products in our field. But don't take our word for it; read testimonials from our clients.
Your experience is our first priority!
- We always have a live person manning our phones to assist you with scheduling or questions.
- Our professional, full-time sweeps are never sub-contractors. They show you and your home the utmost care.
- We strive to always be on time. In the rare instance that a situation arises to alter our arrival time (whether earlier or later), we will always call.
Learn more about our chimney cleaning services. Doing your homework could prevent you from the dishonest practices of an inexperienced individual or company!
Call Doctor Flue!
If your chimney hasn’t been inspected or cleaned this year, contact us today! Doctor Flue offers chimney services in Michigan and Ohio and can inspect your chimney and identify any potential risks. We’ll get you set up right away so you can have peace of mind.
Call Us: 1-800-438-3583
Email Us: office@drflue.com
Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 8am-4pm
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