Every time you use your wood-burning fireplace, creosote โ a flammable black residue โ builds up on the inside walls of your chimney. Left unchecked, it’s one of the leading causes of chimney fires. In addition, debris, bird nests, and structural damage can block your flue and send dangerous carbon monoxide back into your home.
NW Duct & Chimney provides thorough chimney sweeping and inspection services for Portland and Seattle homeowners. Our certified technicians clean your flue, remove creosote and debris, and inspect for cracks, blockages, and damage โ so you can enjoy your fireplace with complete peace of mind.
Everything Included in Chimney Inspection & Sweeping
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Full Chimney Sweeping
We use professional chimney brushes and a contained vacuum system to remove soot, creosote, and debris from your entire flue โ from firebox to chimney cap.
Level 1 & Level 2 cleaning
Mess-free with contained vacuum
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Chimney Safety Inspection
We inspect your chimney for cracks, blockages, damaged liner, deteriorating mortar, and missing caps. You receive a full report of our findings.
Structural integrity check
Written inspection report
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Chimney Cap & Crown Repair
A missing or damaged chimney cap allows rain, animals, and debris into your flue. We install and repair caps and crowns to protect your system.
Cap installation & repair
Crown sealing & waterproofing
Our Process
How Our Air Duct Cleaning Works
01Step One
Schedule & Confirm
Book online or call us at (971) 259-7459. We'll confirm a time that works for you, often same-day or next-day.
02Step Two
Inspection First
Our tech inspects your duct system before touching anything and explains what needs to be cleaned โ no surprises.
03Step Three
Deep Clean
We connect our professional vacuum system and run our rotary brush through every duct line in your home โ completely.
04Step Four
Final Walkthrough
We show you the results, answer your questions, and leave your home spotless. You'll see the difference immediately.
Our FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I have my chimney cleaned?
The National Fire Protection Association recommends annual chimney inspections and cleaning at least once a year if you use your fireplace regularly.
What is creosote and why is it dangerous?
Creosote is a tar-like byproduct of burning wood. It coats the inside of your chimney and is highly flammable โ it’s the primary cause of chimney fires.
What does a chimney inspection include?
Our inspection covers the firebox, flue liner, damper, smoke chamber, chimney cap, and exterior masonry. We check for cracks, blockages, and damage.
Do you service gas fireplaces too?
Yes. If we find damaged sections, bird nests, or improper routing, we can repair or replace the ductwork on the same visit.