Professional Chimney Cleaning & Inspection
Serving the Chattanooga Area Since 1989
What's Included in Our Chimney Cleaning
- Full chimney sweep from top to bottom
- Digital inspection report with photos of rooftops, chimney interiors, and hard-to-access areas
- Creosote buildup assessment and removal
- Blockage and obstruction checks
- Damper inspection and operation test
- Firebox and smoke chamber evaluation
- Written report emailed to you the same day
We also inspect and install custom chimney caps during cleaning visits, so if your cap is missing or damaged, we can address it on the spot.
How to Prepare for Your Chimney Cleaning
To help us provide a safe, efficient, and clean chimney service, we ask that you take a few simple steps before our technician arrives:
Clear the Area Around Your Fireplace or Stove
Please move any furniture, decorations, rugs, or valuables within 6–8 feet of your fireplace or wood stove. This gives our technician enough space to safely set up equipment and protect your home.
Do Not Use the Fireplace 24 Hours Before Your Appointment
Make sure your fireplace has not been used for at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled service. This ensures everything is completely cool and safe to work on.
Secure Pets
For the safety of your pets and our technicians, please keep pets in a separate area during the service.
Provide Easy Access
Make sure we have clear access to your fireplace, roof, and driveway. If there are any gates, locked doors, or special instructions, please let us know ahead of time.
Ask Questions — We're Here to Help
We encourage you to ask questions during your appointment. We'll also provide photos of your chimney system so you can clearly see its condition and understand any recommendations.
What You Can Expect From Us
We take pride in keeping your home clean and protected. Our technicians use professional-grade vacuums, protective tarps, and specialized tools to ensure a no-mess service. From start to finish, our goal is simple: We Solve Problems — while treating your home with the care and respect it deserves.
Why Regular Chimney Cleaning Matters
Fire Prevention
Creosote is the number one cause of chimney fires. It is a highly flammable byproduct of wood combustion that accumulates on the interior walls of your flue over time. Regular cleaning removes this dangerous buildup before it reaches hazardous levels.
Carbon Monoxide Safety
A blocked or damaged chimney can allow carbon monoxide — an odorless, colorless gas — to seep back into your home instead of venting safely outside. Annual inspections catch blockages from animal nests, debris, and structural damage before they become a health risk.
Insurance Requirements
Many homeowner insurance policies require annual chimney inspections and maintenance. If a chimney fire occurs and you cannot document regular service, your claim may be denied. Our same-day digital reports give you the documentation you need.
Efficiency
A clean chimney drafts better, which means your fireplace or wood stove works more efficiently and produces less smoke. You get more heat from each fire, use less wood, and reduce the amount of particulate matter released into the air.
See What We See — Digital Inspection Reports
After every cleaning, we email you a detailed digital inspection report complete with photos of everything we found — rooftop conditions, chimney interior, flue liner condition, and areas you simply cannot see from the ground. You will know exactly what shape your chimney is in without climbing a ladder or taking our word for it.
This is one of the things our customers mention most in their Google reviews. Homeowners love seeing exactly what is going on with their chimney before any work is recommended. No guessing, no pressure — just clear, honest documentation you can review on your own time and share with your insurance company if needed.
Want to see examples? Call us at (423) 892-2670 — we're happy to walk you through what our inspection reports look like and share photos from past cleanings.
The Details That Set Us Apart
Extra Tarps and Drop Cloths
We cover your floors and furniture before any work begins. Chimney cleaning can be messy, but your home will not be. We take the time to protect your living space and leave it as clean as we found it.
Ladder Standoffs
We use standoffs on our ladders to prevent gutter damage. It is a small detail that most companies skip, but your gutters will thank us. We treat your home like our own.
37+ Years of Experience
We have cleaned thousands of chimneys across Chattanooga and North Georgia since 1989. There is no chimney configuration we have not seen — from historic homes with original masonry flues to modern prefabricated systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I have my chimney cleaned?
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends annual chimney inspections and cleaning as needed. If you burn wood regularly during the heating season, an annual cleaning removes dangerous creosote buildup and ensures your chimney is safe to use. Even if you do not use your fireplace often, an annual inspection catches animal nests, debris, and structural issues before they become costly problems.
How long does a chimney cleaning take?
A typical chimney cleaning and inspection takes about 45 minutes to one hour. This includes setting up protective tarps, sweeping the flue from top to bottom, inspecting the chimney interior and exterior, and cleaning up. We also take digital photos and email you a detailed inspection report the same day.
What is creosote and why is it dangerous?
Creosote is a dark, tar-like substance that forms inside your chimney flue when wood burns. It is highly flammable and is the number one cause of chimney fires in the United States. Creosote builds up in three stages — from a light, brushable soot to a thick, glazed coating that is extremely difficult to remove. Regular annual cleaning prevents buildup from reaching dangerous levels.
Will chimney cleaning make a mess in my home?
Not when we do it. We lay extra tarps and drop cloths around your fireplace before any work begins and use professional-grade equipment to contain dust and debris. We leave your home as clean as we found it — this is one of the details our customers mention most in their reviews.
From Chattanooga and Hixson to Ringgold and Dalton, homeowners across Tennessee and North Georgia trust Full Service Chimney Sweep for their annual chimney maintenance.
Schedule Your Chimney Cleaning Today
An annual cleaning is the single best thing you can do to protect your home, your family, and your chimney investment. Book online or give us a call.