CLEAN Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Sweep provides certified chimney sweeping and cleaning throughout Berkeley and Alameda County. We remove dangerous creosote buildup, clean your firebox, and inspect your flue — keeping your fireplace safe, efficient, and code-compliant.
Fire Safety
Creosote — a byproduct of burning wood — accumulates inside your chimney flue with every fire. Even a thin layer of creosote is highly flammable. The NFPA reports that chimney fires account for tens of thousands of home fires annually, with creosote as the leading cause.
CLEAN Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Sweep uses professional rotary brush systems and HEPA vacuums to completely remove creosote, soot, and debris from your flue, firebox, and smoke chamber — with no mess left behind.
Warning Signs
Smoke backing up into your home means a blockage in the flue — could be creosote, debris, or an animal nest requiring immediate attention.
A persistent campfire smell when your fireplace isn't in use is a classic sign of heavy creosote buildup inside the flue.
Black or oily deposits around the firebox opening signal Stage 2 or 3 creosote — the most dangerous form. Schedule service immediately.
The NFPA recommends an annual chimney inspection and cleaning for any fireplace used regularly. Don't wait for visible problems.