Most people believe that their fireplaces and chimneys are elements of their homes that cannot be damaged and need little to no upkeep. An annual inspection of chimneys, fireplaces, and vents is recommended by Driscoll Contracting to reduce the risk of fires and carbon monoxide poisoning, as well as to ensure the safe and efficient operation of your fireplace, home heating system, and solid-fuel appliances. Driscoll Contracting provides chimney inspections, sweeping, repairs, relining, chimney accessories, animal removal, and dryer vent cleaning services to both residential and commercial clients.

Chimney sweeping

Do not minimize the significance of having your chimney regularly swept. This is one of the most effective methods to identify and resolve issues before they may result in a disaster for you and your family. Sweeping chimneys may seem like a straightforward task, but in reality, it’s a complex operation that requires skilled attention and a significant investment of time. It is essential for the protection of your house and family as well as the maintenance of your chimney.

Removing all creosote and debris from your chimney in a manner that is both comprehensive and safe is the responsibility of a professional chimney sweep who has received enough training in this area. According to the recommendations of the National Fire Protection Agency, chimneys should be examined and cleaned every year. This guarantees that the equipment is functioning correctly and that you won’t put yourself in harm’s way while you enjoy your fireplace.

Chimney sweeping

The process of relining or waterproofing a chimney is not as simple as it may appear. This is where Driscoll Contracting, located in Concord, MA, may be of assistance to you. It is not enough to seal the exterior of the brick or stone since the chimney still has to be porous for it to breathe, which will prevent mildew and mold from forming. A smart technique to prevent water from penetrating your chimney has a skilled expert waterproofing it, and water intrusion may be prevented in this manner.

A simple waterproofing of your chimney may prevent the large and expensive repairs to its degradation that would have been necessary for any other circumstance. Our specialists are here to help you regardless of whether you need to have your chimney relined to safeguard your home and family or if you are seeking preventative steps to stop water from leaking through your chimney.

Chimney Accessories

A substance known as creosote will form on the inside walls of your chimney due to the smoke produced by burning flames. As soon as it comes into contact with water, it becomes a highly acidic substance that eats away at the silica found inside your mortar joints. As soon as that occurs, it is just a matter of time until it becomes unusable and deteriorates further. Because there is no lid on the vent, this would result in potentially hazardous gases entering various portions of your house.

We can find a chimney cover to fit any conceivable form or dimension of the chimney. Every chimney cap that we install comes with a warranty from our company. If you recently realized that you hadn’t been wearing a cap for a while, don’t worry—our team is skilled at examining items for signs of damage. In addition, we can commission the fabrication of chimney caps in various metals, colors, and patterns.

Why should you choose us?

We do thorough background checks and strongly emphasize training and educational programs for chimney sweeps and customer service representatives. You are free to relax now that you know we are working on the problem! We not only provide service that has won awards for its excellence but also the craftsmanship on another level that will separate yours from your neighbors.  You can reach us at 781 405-5584 for more details.