Herriman Chimney Sweep

Herriman Firebox Repair & Clean Services

If your firebox is in need of repair, or a good cleaning, it’s important to take care of the problem as soon as possible. Not only can a damaged firebox be a safety hazard, but it can also decrease the efficiency of your fireplace. Fortunately, we are at your service to repair/clean your firebox in Herriman, UT. Our Chimney technicians consider firebox repairs a relatively straightforward job.

We first remove any debris from the firebox. This includes ash, soot, and any damaged bricks or mortar. After cleaning the firebox, we inspect it for cracks or other damage. If there are any cracks, we use a masonry patching compound to fill them in. Once the cracks are filled, we will apply a layer of heat-resistant mortar to the entire surface of the firebox. You can use the fireplace again after the mortar has dried.

Herriman Chimney Repair & Mortar Repair Services

Mortar repair 

Over time, mortar can become cracked or crumbled, and will need to be repaired in order to maintain the structural integrity of the fireplace wall. When repairing a mortar joint, we use the latest tools to get the job done right. Here is a step-by-step guide to how we repair a mortar joint in your fireplace:

● We start by inspecting the mortar joint and identifying any areas that are damaged or missing mortar.

● Next, we use a wire brush to remove any loose mortar or debris from the surface of the joint. In most cases, we find soot and grime on the walls.

● After cleaning the surface, we mix together a small batch of new mortar, using high-quality cement and sand in a ratio of 1:3. We keep adding water to the mixture until it reaches a workable consistency.

● We use a small trowel to apply the new mortar to the joint, filling in any gaps or voids. The trowel ensures that all the gaps are filled properly.

● The next step is to smooth out the surface of the joint with the trowel and allow the mortar to set for 24 hours before continuing.

● We will leave the new mortar to set, before using a damp cloth to wipe away any excess mortar from the surface of the bricks. Once the mortar dries completely, you can start using your fireplace. 

Chimney Inspection & Chimney Cleaning In Herriman, UT

Why should you use our Herriman Chimney Cleaning Services?

Often times the chimney is overlooked when needing regular maintenance. If you have a chimney in your home and you haven’t kept up on the recommended yearly maintenance then it is strongly recommended to give us a call for a level 2 chimney cleaning and inspection to ensure you aren’t putting yourself in risk of a house fire.

• If you have a wood burning chimney it is recommended you have it cleaned yearly or ever cord of wood that you burn through.

• When Hiring Pro Chimney Cleaning to perform a detailed Herriman Chimney cleaning we first will start off by lightly removing all the creosote and built up with a wire brush.

• After we have successfully removed all the creosote and build up within your chimney then we will start by performing our inspection to ensure there isn’t any cracks or damage.

• Upon completion of our cleaning and inspection if our technicians are to find any problems it will be included in our reporting for you to have for your records. 

• Repairing your damaged chimney can help to reduce your heating costs. A highly-functioning chimney keeps the heat inside the fireplace, thus preventing the heat from escaping, As a result, you’ll be able to enjoy all of the warmth of your fireplace without sacrificing energy efficiency.