Top questions to ask before hiring a chimney sweep

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Everything You Need to Know About Kailua Chimney Sweeps

Can I browse unscreened Chimney Sweeps in Kailua?

We do our best to screen all of our chimney sweeps. However, there are still some chimney sweep professionals in Kailua that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Kailua or HI. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering chimney sweeping services:

  • Kleen Sweeps:
    • Services Offered: Chimney Services
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Erik Thoren Chimney Cleaning:
    • Services Offered: Chimney Services
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Thoren Erik:
    • Services Offered: Chimney Services
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

Chimney Sweeping Services isn’t exactly what I’m looking for. Are there more specific services similar to chimney services available in Kailua?

If you’ve determined that chimney sweeping services are not quite what you were looking for, or if you had a specific project in mind that is similar to chimney sweeping services, we can still help you find the right professional in Kailua.

Kailua has 7 chimney sweep professionals that can help you with your chimney sweeping services job. Head to our Pros Page to find specific chimney sweeps-pros in Kailua.

How does invoicing/payment work for most Chimney Sweep projects in Kailua?

Every project differs, but you should ask any chimney sweep for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any chimney sweeping services work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for chimney sweeps to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your chimney sweep project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the chimney sweep to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.