First, we protect your home. We lay down multiple layers of drop cloths around your fireplace and set up powerful HEPA-filtered vacuums designed specifically for soot and ash removal. No dust or debris escapes into your living space. Next, we inspect your chimney from top to bottom. We check for creosote buildup, obstructions like animal nests or leaves, and any structural issues that could cause problems down the road. Then we clean everything thoroughly. We remove all the creosote, soot, and debris from your flue, smoke shelf, and firebox. We use professional-grade tools that reach every area of your chimney system. Most appointments take one to two hours, depending on your chimney’s size and condition, and when we’re done, your home looks exactly like it did when we arrived.