You can use a small chimney brush or a wire brush.
Diy chimney sweep brush.
Level of buildup and creosote.
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A professional cleaning technician won t only be dressed properly but also show their certification.
Sheet up the fire place well before you start to sweep the chimney image courtesy of level chimney stoves get ready put the brush inside the fire opening and insert the first rod through the hole in the middle of your sheet.
Connect the chimney cleaning brush to the end of the cleaning rod.
Clean the smoke shelf thoroughly.
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Get it ready to insert into the chimney.
Connect the brush and leading rod.
This can include not only creosote brushes but also vacuums chemical cleaners and cameras.
Add more chimney cleaning rods to extend further down the chimney.
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A certified chimney sweep will have all the necessary tools for taking care of your chimney.
Guide the chimney brush up and down the flue.
If you find 1 8 inch of buildup or more or if you see indications of a serious accumulation of creosote the chimney cleaning is a job for a professional.
Insert the brush down the flue from the top of the chimney.
Chimney cleaning can be a diy project depending on.