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 North Troy Chimney Sweeps

Should I hire chimney sweeps with lower ratings in North Troy to save money?

The type of chimney sweep company that you should hire really depends on the difficulty and specifications of your project. Keep in mind that lower ratings could be a sign of unsuccessful jobs or simply that the professional or company has not done many jobs quite yet. Either way, you will still want to contact any Chimney Sweeps you are considering and inquire about their work history. There are plenty of great Chimney Sweeps in North Troy that have very few or low ratings.

For example, right now in North Troy there are:

  • 1 5-star rated companies/professionals

Can I browse unscreened Chimney Sweeps in North Troy?

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

  • D & E Stove Shop & Chimney Svc:
    • Services Offered: Chimney Services
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Artistone of Vermont LLC:
    • Services Offered: Chimney Services
    • BBB Rating: A+
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Moosehead Chimney Service:
    • Services Offered: Chimney Services
    • BBB Rating: NR
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

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

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.