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Apr 12
A&T Chimney Sweeps NOVA

22043 Chimney Sweep — Falls Church, VA Chimney Cleaning from $179

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Quick Answer: How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost in 22043? A&T Chimney Sweeps serves all of Falls Church zip code 22043 with chimney cleaning starting at $179, which includes a visual inspection at no extra charge. Dryer vent cleaning is $149, and our chimney + dryer vent combo is just $299 — save $29 compared to booking separately. Same flat-rate pricing for every 22043 neighborhood, no trip fees, no hidden charges. Schedule online or call (703) 659-1699. Key Takeaways Chimney cleaning in zip code 22043 costs $179 with A&T — that includes a visual inspection, which many Falls Church-area…

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Apr 07

Find a Trusted Chimney Sweep Near You in Northern Virginia

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Quick Answer: Looking for a Chimney Sweep Near You in Northern Virginia? Watch: What to Know Before Hiring a Chimney Sweep A&T Chimney Sweeps has been serving homeowners across Northern Virginia for over 10 years. Our fireplace chimney cleaning starts at just $179 (includes a visual inspection and written report), and our popular chimney + dryer vent combo is only $299. We serve 21 cities across Fairfax, Prince William, and Arlington counties. Book online or call (703) 659-1699 today. Key Takeaways Experience matters more than anything — look for a chimney sweep with 10+ years serving your area, transparent pricing,…

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Jan 20

Why Does My Fireplace Still Smell?

By Chimney & Fireplace Health and Safety, Fireplace or Furnace Chimney Cleaning and Repair, Dryer Vent and Gutter Cleaning

Why Does My Fireplace Still Smell? By: Tim McGirl Avoiding Smoky Chimney Smells Wood burning fireplaces can leave your house with smoky smells even a few days after burning. You might have shut the glass doors on your fireplace immediately after using the fireplace but the chimney odors still remain lingering in your living room. If the smoky chimney smells persist despite removing the old ashes from the fireplace, there might be a couple of reasons of what could be causing the problem.   Creosote Buildup Over time, burning wood in the fireplaces can result in the buildup of creosote…

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Dec 17

Why Use a Wood Stove to Heat Your Home?

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Fuel cost are on the rise, and wood remains one of the cheapest fuels available. With the increased efficiency in today’s wood stove, they remain one of the most cost-effective heating methods available. The normal unit for determining heating cost is cost per million BTU (British Thermal Unit). Determining exact costs for wood are difficult due to varying costs of wood, variations in type of wood used, and variations in the size or density of a cord (3.62 m^3 of dried wood). However, the general consensus is the wood heat costs about $5-9 per million BTU. Compare this to the average cost of electrical heating, which is $13-15 per million BTU or natural gas at $11-13, and you can see the savings.

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Feb 25

Why Do I Need A Stainless Steel Chimney Liner?

By Chimney & Fireplace Health and Safety, Fireplace or Furnace Chimney Cleaning and Repair, Dryer Vent and Gutter Cleaning, NOVA Chimney & Fireplace Repairs

Why Do I Need a Stainless Steel Chimney Liner? By: Tim McGirl   A chimney liner is a duct present on the inside of the chimney to prevent the combustion products from escaping the chimney. Since a lot of heat is generated inside the chimney, it is exposed to heat and corrosion which can be prevented by regular chimney cleaning and installation of chimney liner. Before 1940, chimney liners were not the standard but now all new chimneys required to have a liner. Chimney liners are often a neglected feature but are very essential to every chimney in a home….

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