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	Atlanta Georgia Chimney Sweep Company - Clean Chimneys in Atlanta Decatur Marietta Roswell Alpharetta Dunwoody
		All chimneys should be inspected annually and swept when needed to remove byproducts of combustion (such as soot and creosote) and to maintain draft so dangerous fumes can exit your home.
		The primary job of a chimney service professional is to aid in the prevention of fires related to fireplaces, woodstoves, gas, oil and coal heating systems and the chimneys that serve them.
		Chimney sweeps install, clean and maintain these systems, evaluate their performance, prescribe changes to improve their performance, and educate the consumer about their safe and efficient operation.
	www.georgiachimneysweep.com (827 words)

	Chimney sweep - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The occupation of chimney sweep is considered to be one of the oldest in the world, as chimneys have been around since ancient times.
		With the increased urban population, the number of houses with chimneys grew in pace and the profession of chimney sweep became much respected and sought-after, though sometimes derided in verse, ballad and pantomime.
		Chimney sweeps were often depicted in Victorian literature as heartless, abusive scoundrels typified in the book, The Water Babies by Charles Kingsley.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chimney_sweep (451 words)

	Article & Tips AAAA Chimney Sweep
		Glazed creosote in your chimney is recognizable by its dense, shiny tar-like appearance.
		Chimney sweeps (those who inspect and clean fireplaces) generally recommend chimneys be cleaned after 1 to 1 /2 cords of wood are burned.
		However, under questioning by investigators, it was determined that the chimney, ironically the only part of the house left standing after the blaze, had not been cleaned nor had the masonry been checked for cracks or leaks in several years.
	www.mrchimneysweep.com /aboutus (1399 words)

	The Chimney Sweep Story (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Chimney sweeps are not only of an era gone by; sweeping is an interesting and rewarding profession that entails many projects, and has an intriguing history.
		Sweeping was begun mostly in England during the 17th or 18th century, where it was the government's wishes that all flues, or chimneys, be swept often.
		Although America's chimney service is still in its infancy, the modern sweep takes pride in being able to diagnose, service, and repair chimneys and venting systems that serve a full range of fuels, such as coal, wood, gas, oil, pellets, corn, and more.
	www.cleanairpro.com /main/story.htm (963 words)

	Why Hire a Chimney Sweep?
		The primary job of a chimney service professional is to aid in the prevention of fires related to fireplaces, woodstoves, gas, oil and coal heating systems and the chimneys that serve them.
		Chimney sweeps install, clean and maintain these systems, evaluate their performance, prescribe changes to improve their performance, and educate the consumer about their safe and efficient operation.
		The CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep Program is acknowledged by a growing number of industry organizations, insurance underwriters, local, state and federal agencies and courts as the measure of a chimney sweep's knowledge about the evaluation and maintenance of chimney and venting systems.
	www.condar.com /sweep.html (1088 words)

	About Chimney Sweep Professionals
		After sweeping the chimney, cracks were noted in each tile liner section.
		Chimney fires tend to happen most often within a short time of adding wood to a burning fire or upon lighting a new fire.
		While many fine companies and chimney sweep technicians may not have either credential, having them shows their knowledge has been recently tested and that they met the training standards for accreditation.
	www.dukefire.com /aboutchimneysweeps.htm (529 words)

	Chimney Sweep....
		There is a legend that a Sweep was on top of a chimney when he slipped and fell--- but his coat tails caught on a drain pipe preventing him from falling to the ground.
		The Sweep then greets the Groom (while providing him with some good advice to stick by during his marriage), and presents the couple with some coal, a slice of bread, and some salt.
		These are to symbolise that there is a wish they will always have plenty of warmth in their home and in their relationship, plenty of food on the table, and that they will always have the true salt of friendship around them at all times.
	www.tallyrand.com.au /ChimneySweep.htm (471 words)

	Clean Sweep Chimney Service: Chimney Fires
		It is in an area of your chimney that is not built or meant to contain a fire.
		It is due to a dirty chimney that is not maintained, or cleaned out, as it should be on a regular basis.
		It may even melt the chimney cap, crack the exterior of the chimney, melt roofing material, and introduce a large amount of embers on the roof or in the gutters.
	www.chimneycare.com /chim-fires.php?PHPSESSID=799b15a0af0f8b281b6b81cdad2c28d8 (684 words)

	Mason's Chimney Service & Certified AirDuct Cleaning, Inc.
		The magic of the scene on the rooftops of London, with chimney sweeps dancing dangeously close to the roof's edge, thrills audiences of all ages.
		Chimney sweeping is an interesting and rewarding profession with an intriguing history.
		Sweeping was begun in England during the 17th or 18th century, where it was the government's wishes that all flues, or chimneys, be swept often.
	www.chimney-duct.com /chimneysweepstory.html (956 words)

	Chimney Sweep Essex
		To help prevent a chimney fire occurring in your property, should you use an open fire, you should ensure your chimney is swept as often as recommended by the Solid Fuel Association.
		D D Moore Chimney Sweep Company was started through necessity.
		After each fire the owner or occupier of the premises was questioned how often they had had their chimney swept.
	www.chimney-sweeper.co.uk (280 words)

	Sweep Dreams Chimney Service - Sweep Dreams Chimney Service FAQ (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Because the chimney sweep industry is not regulated, virtually anyone can start a business and call themselves a sweep.
		And besides, a clean chimney simply smells better; the same elements that catch fire also create chimney odors when the chimney is not in use.
		Carbon monoxide problems are always caused by poor ventilation, and blocked chimneys are one of the largest single causes of carbon monoxide in the home.
	www.sweepdreamschimneyservice.com /faq (795 words)

	Chimney Sweep for Weddings Singing Telegrams
		To see a Chimney Sweep on your wedding day is a sign of Good Luck and Fertility for the newly married couple.
		She then introduces the Chimney Sweep who is in top hat and tails.
		Your Chimney Sweep and his little helper were excellent at the wedding of our daughter Linda and her husband Anthony.
	www.singingtelegrams.com.au /sweeppage.htm (602 words)

	Clean Sweep Chimney Service: Inspections
		It was up to the local sweep to inspect a fireplace to his discretion.
		Building fires, chimney fires, seismic events as well as weather events are all indicators that this level of inspection is warranted.
		Removal of components (i.e., chimney crown, interior chimney wall, opening building structure walls) shall be required only when necessary to gain access to areas that are the subject of the inspection.
	www.chimneycare.com /inspection.php?PHPSESSID=ddb362879e3e388bf72b24def09a2945 (735 words)

	Soot and Sweep
		NACS chimney sweep company further ensuring clients piece of mind that the chimney sweep service they are receiving is of the highest quality and standards.
		Chimney Sweep services, stove repair and soot removal is all undertaken using the latest equipment and materials available to ensure a high quality job is achieved.
		Our chimney sweep services, stove repairs and soot removal is available to clients both domestic and commercial.
	www.chimneysweepeastdevon.co.uk (226 words)

	Bullen Vac Sweep - Other causes of smoking fireplace
		Chemical chimney cleaners may help to loosen the tar deposits if they are used often enough, over a period of many weeks, with frequent sweepings to remove the loosened tar.
		Because removing a bird’s nest from a chimney can be a very difficult and time consuming task, also an expensive one, and some times impossible without major disruption to the customer if it is necessary to remove a stove from its flue in order to gain sufficient access to work.
		Although many are decorative in the extreme, some chimney pots can be quite unsuitable for their purpose, and add-on cowls are often far too restrictive when compared to the size of the flue.
	www.chimneysweeps.co.uk /othercausesofsmokingfireplace.htm (2229 words)

	The Chimney Sweep
		In the process, the condition of all the various components — from the chimney liner and cap, to the firebrick and door gaskets — is assessed and reported to you.
		Based on your woodburning system's condition and the deposits found in the chimney, the sweep can advise you on how often servicing is needed.
		This is one of the key ways that the chimney sweep is your partner in the use of wood energy.
	www.woodheat.org /safety/sweep.htm (483 words)

	New York State Chimney Sweep Guild: About Furnace Flues (Site not responding. Last check: )
		When a clay lining in a masonry chimney flakes or a metal chimney's insides corrode, they are unable to contain the heat and the flue gases, thus creating a fire and health hazard.
		When the sweep arrives at your home to do the annual inspection and cleaning of the oil chimney, he will set up his equipment (vacuum, etc.), remove and inspect the connector pipes (the pipes from the oil furnace to the chimney) - careful as not to spill soot into the home.
		In winter, wet chimneys experiences numerous freeze and thaw cycles causing bricks and clay tile liners to spall (flake) and crack, mortar joints to erode, and water leakage at the chimney base.
	www.nychimneysweepguild.com /furnaceflues.htm (1581 words)

	KENT CHIMNEY SWEEPS. - Providing Chimney Sweeping Services across the South East
		Kent Chimney Sweeps are able to provide the cleanist service, generating no residule mess and always using fresh dust sheets on every project.
		Kent Chimney Sweeps are registered with The Institute Of Chimney Sweeps which certificates and guarantees our work for safety and cleanliness.
		Whilst sweeping your chimney dust sheets are laid to protect all carpets, the hearth is then covered and taped.
	www.kentchimneysweeps.co.uk (197 words)

	Luck of the chimney sweep Old world aura and mystery follow moder-day cleaners By MARGO MATEAS SENTINEL CORRESPONDENT ... (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Chimney safety is one of the most overlooked aspects of operating a wood stove or fireplace, according to Tim Corcoran, owner of Corcoran Chimney Cleaning in Scotts Valley.
		To learn more about the rich history of chimney sweeps, Corcoran traveled to Germany between 1982 and 1983 and spent time with German chimney sweeps, whom he says are among the most respected in the world.
		He says chimney sweeps in England were considered lower-class because children were often used to go up the chimneys because of their small size, resulting in child-labor abuses.
	www.santacruzsentinel.com /archive/2004/January/04/biz/stories/04biz.htm (910 words)

	Sootyside Linings Chimney Sweep Service - Chimney sweeps in London, Kensington, Staines and Kinightsbridge
		Chimney sweep Staines ~ Chimney sweep Chertsey ~ Chimney sweep London ~; Chimney sweep Kensington ~ Chimney sweep Knightsbridge
		The primary job of the chimney sweep is to aid in the prevention of chimney fires and reduce the risk of dangerous fume emissions from blocked heating appliances, flueways, and chimneys.
		We are registered with the National Association of Chimney Sweeps and perform chimney cleaning to British Standards 6461: Part 1 and 7566: Parts 1-4.
	www.chimney-sweep.me.uk (199 words)

	Ian Allan Chimney Sweep. - NACS member & HETAS Approved
		We offer a complete professional chimney sweeping service with no fuss and no mess guaranteed.
		We are members of The National Association of Chimney Sweeps.
		We have over 20 years experience in the chimney business and also offer a relining service with flexible metal liners supplied and installed, tested and certified.Complete installation service for multi fuel stoves and solid fuel fires offered.
	www.allanchimneysweeps.co.uk (112 words)

	Ye Olde Brit Chimney Sweep-FAQ (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Soot and Creosote,products of wood combustion are deposited inside the flue(interior passage of the chimney).
		Soot and Creosote are flammable and could ignite inside the chimney causing a chimney fire.
		Yet,other chimney fires may not be heard at all and may burn for hours.
	www.chimneymen.com /faq.htm (448 words)

	Virginia chimney sweep (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Chimney Sweep in Raleigh, Cary, Garner NC area's.
		Prior to becoming a chimney sweep Jim was a professional firefighter for the cities of Chesapeake (approximately five years) and Virginia Beach (one year).
		He is certified with the Chimney Safety Institute of America and a member of the National and New York State Chimney Sweep Guilds.
	www.homeservicechoice.com /home-improve/Virginia-chimney-sweep.asp (987 words)

	Chimney Sweeper Services
		The modern part of chimney sweeping is sheeting up and cleaning away soot and debris at the bottom of the flue.
		The fireplace is sealed by a tried and tested method used by most modern chimney sweeps.
		With sweeping and power sweeping a certificate is always issued for your home pack and insurance purposes.
	www.chimney-sweeper.co.uk /services.php (304 words)

	Allen's Chimney Sweep Service - Ethridge, TN 38456 (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Protecting a house against fire generally can be achieved by having a chimney sweep inspect the chimney and venting system each fall and clean it when necessary.
		Certified chimney sweeps gain their knowledge through hours and hours of rigorous studying and testing.
		Certified chimney sweeps have thorough knowledge of the combustion process and the construction and maintenance of chimneys, fireplaces (both masonry and prefabricated), central furnaces, and hearth products like stoves and fireplace inserts.
	allenschimneysweepservice.com /inspect.htm (659 words)

	A Chimney Sweep
		Our professional certified chimney sweeps are trained to detect and correct fireplace and chimney problems to protect your family's safety.
		In addition, A Chimney Sweep has experienced masons, who specialize in chimney masonry repairs ranging from minor tuckpointing repairs to entire chimney rebuilding.
		A Chimney Sweep serves property management companies with programs designed to maintain safely operating fireplaces, furnace flues, and dryer vents in apartment and/or condominium complexes and we are bonded.
	achimneysweep.net (91 words)

	Superior Chimney Services, chicagoland chimney sweeps, chimney cleanings, & chimney repair specialists.
		Superior Chimney is a family owned and operated chimney sweep and masonry chimney restoration company.
		Fireplace chimney sweeps, furnace flue chimney sweeps, dryer vent cleanings, chimney caps, fireplace dampers, crown coat and masonry waterproofing chimney saver applications, tuckpointing, chimney rebuilds, fireplace chimney liners, and furnace flue chimney liners are only some of the products and chimney services that fall under our expertise.
		All of our chimney sweep service technicians are Nationally Certified by the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America), members of the NCSG (National Chimney Sweep Guild), and keep current with the NFPAâs (National Fire Protection Association) recommendations for your safety.
	www.superiorchimney.net (220 words)

	Georgia Chimney Sweep Guild
		Most causes of chimney fires are undetectable to the naked eye, hidden in parts of the chimney that only a professional chimney sweep would even know to inspect.
		The GCSG is committed to the professionalism of the chimney sweeping industry and the certification of its member sweeps.
		Certified chimney sweeps (graduates of an accredited, strenuous course given by the Chimney Safety Institute of America - CSIA) are familiar with current codes, regulations and requirements that decrease your chances of experiencing a chimney fire.
	www.gachimneys.org (236 words)

	Dorset Chimney Sweep
		The sweeping process also reduces the risk of dangerous fume emissions, such as carbon monoxide, that may be present in the appliance, chimney or flue."
		Yearly evaluation of chimneys is necessary to ensure that the chimney has adequate draft, is free of debris and cracks, and has no loose or missing mortar joints.
		Prefabricated chimneys are subjected to vibration from wind and the joints can become misaligned.
	www.chimneysweepservices.co.uk (149 words)

	FAQ Section on Chimney Cleaning, Chimney Caps, Gas logs, Glass for fireplace doors and other items of intrest.
		Chimney sweeping is a very straightforward, simple maintenance process but, there are aspects of chimneys and venting systems that are very technical.
		We recommend cleaning the chimney to remove the bird debris and any flammable material that may be in the chimney area.
		Sweeps have worked their way around cul-de-sacs installing caps as the bird moved from house to house.
	www.ncchimneysweeps.com /FAQ.html (2775 words)

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