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 Oak Harbor Chimney Sweeps

Should I hire chimney sweeps with lower ratings in Oak Harbor 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 Oak Harbor that have very few or low ratings.

For example, right now in Oak Harbor there are:

    Can I browse unscreened Chimney Sweeps in Oak Harbor?

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

    • Chimneys R Us:
      • Services Offered: Chimney Services
      • BBB Rating: NR
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
    • CUSTOM HEARTH Fireplaces & Stoves:
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
    • A-1 Chimney Repair:
      • Services Offered: Chimney Services
      • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

    What should I check for once my Chimney Sweep in Oak Harbor has finished working?

    Every chimney sweeping services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any chimney sweeping services company has told you they've finished the job:

    • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with chimney sweeping services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
    • Ask the chimney sweep to describe what they did. Whether your chimney sweeping services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
    • Compare the description provided on your chimney sweeping services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
    • Request that the chimney sweep do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

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