Oceanside Harbor Chimney Cleaning & Sweep
Family-run chimney service in Oceanside Harbor — licensed, insured. We clean gas chimney liners, wood flues, and oil systems. No mess. 516-690-7471.
FAQs for Oceanside Harbor Homeowners
How often should I have my chimney cleaned in Oceanside Harbor?
At least once a year — even if you only use it a few times. If you’ve had 50–70 fires or notice smoke smell inside, do it sooner. Fall is the best time before you light the first fire of the season.
Do you clean gas heating flues?
Yes — and every gas heating flue needs yearly service. We clear dust, rust, and blockages from the gas chimney system. We also test for carbon monoxide leaks that you can’t see or smell.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Oceanside Harbor?
Yes. We’re fully licensed in Nassau County and carry $1 million in liability insurance to protect your home and family.
What if my chimney needs repairs?
We give you a free repair estimate with photos the same day. We fix leaky flashing, cracked crowns, rusty dampers, or install new caps — all in-house. No middlemen.
How long does a chimney cleaning take?
Usually 60 to 90 minutes. We fit your schedule — mornings, evenings, or weekends. You don’t even need to be home.
Will there be any mess in my house?
No mess. Guaranteed. We use drop cloths, seal the fireplace, and run a HEPA vacuum. When we leave, your floor looks untouched.
What do I get after the cleaning?
You get a digital report emailed the same day with:
- Before and after photos of your chimney
- Everything we checked
- Any repair suggestions (with prices)
- A certificate for your insurance
Do you install stainless steel chimney liners?
Yes — and we’re experts at it. If your old clay liner is cracked or missing, we install heavy-duty stainless steel liners with a lifetime warranty. Required by code for most gas heating systems and oil flues. We handle permits, inspections, and cleanup. Starts at $1,895 — free quote with photos.
Why Oceanside Harbor Homes Need Annual Chimney Cleaning
Oceanside Harbor is a quiet, tree-lined community in Nassau County with about 2000 residents. The weather here — South Shore harbor, windy — is perfect for cozy fires in fall and spring. But that same weather quietly damages your chimney all year long.
Homes near Oceanside Harbor Park and Long Beach Border often have older chimneys — some over 50 years old — with brick, stone, or clay tile liners. These need extra care. When you light short, cool fires (common in Oceanside Harbor), a sticky black buildup called creosote forms fast inside the flue. Just one season can coat the walls thick enough to catch fire.
Gas heating systems are common in neighborhoods like Oceanside and Point Lookout. But even "clean" gas flues get clogged with dust, spider webs, and rust. Oil furnaces leave sticky soot that hardens like glue. If not cleaned, it blocks airflow and can push dangerous fumes back into your home.
Why You Can't Skip a Year
Fire safety experts recommend cleaning your chimney at least once a year. In Oceanside Harbor, we've seen chimneys go from spotless to dangerously clogged in just 12 months. A single spark in a creosote-lined flue can start a fire that spreads to your roof in minutes. Even worse: blocked chimneys can leak carbon monoxide — a silent, odorless gas that kills dozens of families every year. We stop both from happening.
What We Do When We Visit Your Oceanside Harbor Home
We pull up in a marked DME Maintenance van, lay down drop cloths to protect your floors, and use powerful HEPA vacuums so zero soot escapes. Every cleaning includes:
- A full sweep from top to bottom — no shortcuts
- Safety tests to make sure smoke and fumes go up, not in
- A close look at every part: the cap, the crown, the flashing, the damper, and the liner
- Before and after photos emailed to you the same day
Problems We Catch Early in Oceanside Harbor
Rusty metal caps from ocean air, water leaking around the base, bird nests in windy flues, or cracked tops from summer heat. These small issues turn into $5,000+ repairs if ignored. We spot them early and fix them fast — often the same day.
Trusted by Oceanside Harbor Homeowners
We've served families in Oceanside, Point Lookout, and near Oceanside Harbor Park for years. We back every job with a 100% satisfaction guarantee — if you're not happy, we make it right. We're fully licensed in Nassau County, insured for $1 million, and family-owned.
Don't wait for smoke in the house or a fire department visit. One cleaning a year keeps your family safe and your chimney working like new.
Our Oceanside Harbor Chimney Cleaning Includes
- Full chimney sweep — light, moderate, or heavy duty — tailored to your fireplace use
- Creosote & soot removal with HEPA vacuum (no dust, no mess)
- Draft, spillage, and carbon monoxide (CO) testing for safety
- Complete 21-point inspection: cap, crown, flashing, damper, liner, firebox, and more
- Before/after photos + digital safety report emailed same day
- Minor repairs included: sealant touch-ups, damper adjustment, bird guard install
- Stainless steel chimney liner installation — lifetime warranty, code-compliant
Price: Cleaning starts at $189. Liner installs from $1,895. Free quotes.
*Heavy creosote or complex flues may require additional time and care — we’ll let you know upfront.
Schedule Your Oceanside Harbor Chimney Cleaning Today
Don’t wait for a chimney fire or CO leak. Call 516-690-7471 or text us to book. We serve Oceanside Harbor 7 days a week.
Service Area: Oceanside Harbor, NY
We serve all of Oceanside Harbor and surrounding areas including Oceanside and Point Lookout. Same-day service available.