Chimney Sweeping

Name: Anderson's Chimney & Masonry Service
Address: 207 Walnut Alley, New Cumberland, PA, 17070, US
Telephone: (717) 975-3526

A chimney is an integral component of a home's heating system. These installations naturally acquire a buildup of chemicals with each use, so they need regular inspections and maintenance to stay operational. With experience stretching back to 1990, Anderson's Chimney & Masonry Services certified chimney professionals provide the expertise you need to enjoy a clean living environment all year round.

Benefits of Chimney Inspections & Sweeping

Regular chimney inspections and professional chimney services provide homeowners with these advantages:

Protective preparation: Our detail-oriented professionals carefully prepare the area before servicing your chimney. We conceal the area with sheeting and seal off the chimney to ensure no dust or debris enters your living space, keeping your home precisely how we found it.
Sweeping and vacuuming: Depending on the type of flue you have, we use specialty brushes attached to long fiberglass rods to remove any creosote, ash, soot and debris manually. After sweeping the furnace flue and chimney, we use a professional-grade three-filter vacuum to remove any remaining particles.
Power cleaning: If a large amount of glazed creosote accumulates in the flue, we may discuss a need to complete power cleaning before proceeding. This process requires using a specially equipped drill with a few links of chain attached to the end to remove buildup.
Poultice removal: During an initial visit, we use a winch to pull a special brush through the flue to apply a coat of a product called Poultice Creosote Remover (PCR), which dissolves and absorbs the creosote, then flakes off for easy collection. During the second appointment, we remove the leftover PCR.

National Standards

As certified sweeps, we are held to national standards of the NFPA. NFPA 211 for wood burning, NFPA 54 for gas appliances and NFPA 31 for oil appliances. All of our work is always conducted professionally and in compliance with these and any other local government codes that apply. Our professional opinions will be based on our experience and education.