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When your chimney gets properly cleaned, smoke flows up and out like it should—not back into your living room. No more smoky rooms when you light a fire. No more mysterious odors that make you wonder what’s wrong.
You get clear airflow that makes your fireplace efficient. You get the confidence that comes from knowing creosote buildup won’t turn into a chimney fire. Your fireplace becomes what it’s supposed to be—a source of warmth and comfort, not stress.
Most importantly, you can actually use your fireplace without worrying about carbon monoxide or house fires. That peace of mind is worth everything.
SkyLuxe Construction knows Commack chimneys because we’ve been cleaning them for years. We understand what Suffolk County’s salt air, brutal winters, and summer humidity do to chimney systems.
We’re licensed by Suffolk County Consumer Affairs and fully insured. As a family-owned business, we treat your home the way we’d want our own treated—with respect, care, and attention to detail that bigger companies just can’t match.
We know the older homes in Commack, the common problems with different chimney types, and how to clean thoroughly without tracking soot through your house. When we’re done, you’ll know your chimney is safe.
We start with a complete inspection from your chimney crown down to the firebox. We check for damage, blockages, animal nests—anything that could cause problems. We use drop cloths and professional containment so your home stays clean.
Then comes the actual cleaning. We sweep from the top down using professional brushes and rods, removing every bit of creosote, soot, and debris. We clean behind the damper, check all the smoke pipes, and vacuum everything with high-powered equipment.
Finally, we inspect everything again to make sure it’s safe and working properly. You get a straight explanation of what we found and honest recommendations for any needed repairs. No pressure, no scare tactics—just the facts about your chimney’s condition.
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We remove all the creosote buildup—that tar-like substance that causes chimney fires. We also clear out soot, ash, and any debris that’s built up over the heating season. Everything that shouldn’t be in your chimney comes out.
We inspect your chimney liner, damper, and crown for cracks or damage. In Suffolk County’s climate, moisture problems and brick spaling are common issues we catch early before they become expensive repairs.
We check for blockages like animal nests, leaves, or storm debris that prevent proper ventilation. Blocked chimneys cause carbon monoxide to back up into your home—something that happens more often than most Commack homeowners realize, especially in tightly sealed modern homes.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends annual chimney cleaning and inspection for most homeowners. If you burn wood regularly during Suffolk County’s cold winters, you might need cleaning twice a year—once mid-season and once before storage.
Gas fireplaces need less frequent cleaning but still require annual inspection for safety. Even if you rarely use your fireplace, you still need annual inspection to check for animal intrusion, weather damage, or structural issues.
The real answer depends on how much you use your fireplace and what you burn. Wood creates more creosote than gas, so it needs more attention. But waiting too long between cleanings is how most chimney fires start.
White staining on your chimney’s exterior is common in Suffolk County’s humid climate. This efflorescence means moisture is penetrating your masonry, which often indicates liner problems or crown damage that needs immediate attention.
If smoke enters your room instead of going up the chimney, you have a blockage or serious buildup. You might also notice strong odors from your fireplace, especially during humid weather—that’s usually creosote or moisture-related damage.
Other warning signs include animals or birds in your chimney, rust on your damper or firebox, and white film on your fireplace glass doors. Any of these signs mean you should stop using your fireplace until it’s professionally inspected and cleaned.
Professional chimney cleaning in Commack typically runs $150 to $300, depending on your chimney’s height, condition, and how much buildup we find. Straight, simple chimneys cost less than complex systems with multiple flues or years of neglect.
That price includes thorough cleaning, basic safety inspection, and debris removal. If we find repairs that need attention, we’ll quote those separately—no surprises or high-pressure sales tactics.
Many homeowners find it cost-effective to bundle chimney cleaning with other services like gutter cleaning or roof inspection. The key is choosing a licensed, insured company rather than just going with the lowest bidder—your family’s safety is worth the investment.
Chimney cleaning requires specialized brushes, extension rods, and safety equipment most homeowners don’t own. More importantly, it requires trained eyes to spot dangerous problems like cracked liners, crown damage, or structural issues that aren’t obvious.
Professional chimney sweeps know what to look for during inspection—things like damaged flue tiles, improper installations, or moisture damage that could cause serious problems. We also carry insurance in case something goes wrong during the cleaning process.
In Suffolk County, legitimate chimney companies must be licensed and insured. This protects you if there’s damage during cleaning or if we miss a safety issue. DIY chimney cleaning might save money upfront, but it often costs more when problems get missed.
Creosote buildup is the biggest danger. This highly flammable, tar-like substance causes most residential fires. When creosote ignites in a masonry chimney, the intense heat can crack flue tiles, melt mortar joints, and cause your liner to collapse—turning a cleaning issue into a major reconstruction project.
Blocked or damaged chimneys also cause carbon monoxide poisoning. This colorless, odorless gas can be deadly, especially in well-sealed homes where it has nowhere to escape. Every year, families in Suffolk County end up in the hospital because of preventable CO exposure.
Regular cleaning also prevents expensive repairs. Small cracks or minor damage caught during annual cleaning cost hundreds to fix. Wait until they become major problems, and you’re looking at thousands in reconstruction costs—plus the safety risks to your family.
Yes, gas fireplaces still need annual inspection and occasional cleaning. While they don’t produce creosote like wood-burning systems, they can develop blockages from storm debris, animal nests, or damaged venting components that prevent safe operation.
Gas appliances produce carbon monoxide that must be properly vented outside. Blocked or damaged venting systems can cause this dangerous gas to enter your home instead of being safely expelled. Even small blockages can create dangerous backdraft conditions.
Professional inspection of gas fireplace systems focuses on venting integrity, gas connections, and safety controls. The cleaning is less intensive than wood-burning systems, but the safety inspection is just as critical—especially in Suffolk County where salt air can corrode metal components faster than inland areas.
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