Chimney
Sweep

What is chimney sweeping for?

A chimney sweep is a thorough cleaning of your fireplace flue — the vertical channel that carries smoke and combustion gases out of your home. Over time, burning wood deposits creosote, a dark, flammable residue, on the walls of the flue. A professional sweep removes this buildup before it becomes a fire hazard.

At Horizon, every sweep includes a visual inspection of accessible flue components so you know exactly what condition your chimney is in.

• Full flue cleaning with professional rotary brushes
• Creosote and soot removal
• Visual inspection of firebox, damper, and accessible flue
• Post-sweep report on chimney condition

Protecting Your Home

The National Fire Protection Association recommends annual chimney inspections and cleaning as needed. Creosote is the leading cause of chimney fires — and it builds up faster than most homeowners realize, especially with softwood fires or fires that smolder rather than burn hot.

A clean chimney also drafts better, meaning your fireplace burns more efficiently and produces less smoke in your living space.