Q: How much do you charge for a chimney inspection / cleaning?

It really depends on a lot of factors, including where you live, what kind of chimney you have, whether we need to go on the roof or not, how time consuming of a job it is, etc. When you call for a free estimate, we will ask questions to determine a ballpark price. But ultimately the price will be calculated after the work is complete. We are always honest, and never overcharge. Our prices are usually the lowest in the area!

Q: What areas do you service?

We are based in Tillamook, but we go as far north as Seaside, as far south as Lincoln City, and as far east as Beaverton. In these far-flung regions we do add a small travel fee, and you may be put on a waiting list until there are more jobs in your area to make it worth the trip. See our service area pages for more information.

Q: I work during the week, do you come on saturdays?

Not usually. But during the week, we can put you as the last job of the day and come in the late afternoon or early evening.

Q: what should i do to prepare for an APPOINTMENT?

Be sure to put out your fire about 24 hours prior to the inspection / cleaning. You should receive a reminder from us 12 hours before the appointment.

Q: Does chimney sweeping make a mess in my house?

No, we make every effort to respect your home and keep the work area clean. We start by laying down drop cloths to walk on. You can let us know if there is nearby furniture you would like us to cover.

Q: Can’t i just sweep my own chimney?

You certainly can! As long as the creosote hasn’t gotten to stage 3, you can use a chimney brush on a long pole, or by a cheap rotary brush kit. Make sure you remove the baffle in your stove or gain access to a clean-out panel. If your stove has a catalytic combustor, make sure you clean that properly according to the owners manual. If you’re cleaning a masonry chimney and fireplace, make sure you have access to the smoke chamber and flue to be able to clean the creosote off the walls and smoke shelf. The advantages to having a trained chimney sweep come is that they have professional equipment, and knowledge to be able identify any signs of chimney deterioration. We use a professional rotary brush system with an assortment of brush heads, and flexible rods, for thoroughness and versatility. Cheap versions of this are prone to breaking easily and getting stuck in the chimney.

Q: what if the inspection reveals damage?

One of the most common enemies of a chimney is water. It seeps into every little pore of the brick and mortar. Then, with the freezing and thawing over time, cracks develop and grow. Another common problem is sealant hardening and cracking, which then allows water to enter into the chimney, or attic. Often the cause of a leaky roof is around the chimney. Another big cause of damage is past chimney fires, which can warp or crack the flues and brick.

From there we assess what the next step should be and can make another appointment for a later time to fix the issue. Major chimney repair is often covered by homeowners insurance. we have a chimney camera I can use to take photos/ video of flue damage to submit to insurance. Some chimney problems we can fix, and some we cannot.

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?

Whatever way you want to give us money will be appreciated, whether it’s cash, check, card, NFC (tap-to-pay), Apple Pay, Venmo, or Cash App.