Your Local Chimney Cleaning Experts in New Lenox, IL

Professional Chimney Cleaning and Sweeping Services in New Lenox, IL

At Chimney Bear, we provide professional chimney cleaning and sweeping services in New Lenox, IL that keep your fireplace safe, efficient, and ready for the season. Whether your fireplace is your home’s centerpiece or just an occasional comfort, annual cleaning prevents chimney fires, smoke buildup, and structural deterioration.

Our CSIA-certified chimney sweeps follow NFPA 211 safety standards, using advanced tools and HEPA-filtered vacuums for a spotless, dust-free experience. Serving New Lenox and nearby communities like Mokena, Frankfort, and Joliet, Chimney Bear is trusted for reliability, transparency, and detailed service reports.

Why Chimney Cleaning Is Essential for New Lenox Homeowners

New Lenox winters are long and cold, putting extra strain on chimneys. Without regular cleaning, soot and creosote buildup can create dangerous conditions.

1. Prevent Chimney Fires

Creosote is highly flammable; even ⅛ inch of buildup can ignite. Regular sweeping eliminates this risk.

2. Ensure Safe Ventilation

A clogged flue can cause smoke and carbon-monoxide leakage into your home. Cleaning restores proper draft.

3. Protect Masonry & Flue Liners

Moisture mixed with soot corrodes mortar and clay liners. Cleaning prevents long-term structural damage.

4. Improve Heating Efficiency

Clean chimneys allow fires to burn hotter and longer with less wood consumption.

5. Meet Code & Insurance Requirements

The NFPA 211 and most insurers require annual chimney inspections and cleaning.

How Often Should You Have Your Chimney Cleaned?

The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) recommends:

• Annual inspections for every chimney.

• Cleaning once creosote reaches ⅛ inch buildup.

You may need extra cleanings if you:

• Burn wood several times per week

• Use softwoods like pine or unseasoned logs

• Notice smoky odors or draft issues

• Haven’t cleaned your chimney in 12+ months

Even gas and oil chimneys collect corrosive residues that damage liners over time.

Our 6-Step Professional Chimney Cleaning Process

Step 1 – Preparation We arrive on time, protect floors and furniture, and seal the firebox for dust-free work.
Step 2 – Flue Cleaning Specialized rods and brushes remove soot, ash, and creosote.
Step 3 – Firebox & Smoke Chamber Cleaning We hand-clean these critical zones for proper draft.
Step 4 – Exterior Inspection We check the cap, crown, flashing, and brickwork for damage or leaks.
Step 5 – HEPA Vacuum & Cleanup All dust captured for a spotless finish.
Step 6 – Digital Report & Recommendations Receive before-and-after photos and maintenance advice.