Oil Chimney Cleaning for Boilers & Furnaces (Nassau County)
Oil heat is reliable, but it produces heavier soot that can choke draft, corrode connectors, and cause spillage. Our annual oil chimney cleaning removes residue, verifies draft, and checks the barometric damper so your system vents safely and efficiently—across every town in Nassau County.
Why Oil Chimneys Need More Attention Than Gas
Compared to gas, oil combustion leaves heavier soot that accumulates in the connector piping and flue. In Nassau’s coastal climate, exterior stacks run cold and encourage condensation, which mixes with soot to form corrosive residue. Over time, elbows and joints corrode, draft weakens, and spillage risk increases—especially at start-up or during windy conditions.
Regular sweeping clears the pathway and lets us catch damper or connector issues early. It’s the most cost-effective way to protect your boiler/furnace and keep carbon monoxide moving out of the home.
What’s Included in Our Oil Chimney Cleaning
- Brush & vacuum soot removal from the connector and flue where accessible
- Barometric draft regulator check for placement, swing, and adjustment
- Draft & spillage tests at the appliance under typical operating conditions
- Cap, crown & flashing review to reduce water entry and corrosion
- Simple photo notes plus clear, plain-English recommendations
Our Step-by-Step Process
- Arrival & safety review. We verify shut-down/cool-down and confirm access.
- Containment. Drop cloths and HEPA vacuuming where helpful to keep the space tidy.
- Brush the connector & flue. We size brushes to your system and clear elbows—common soot traps.
- Vacuum residue. We remove loosened material and confirm a clear pathway.
- Draft & spillage checks. We test under normal burn conditions (and windy-day scenarios when relevant).
- Damper & top-end review. We assess the barometric damper, cap, crown, and flashing.
- Report & photo notes. You get a brief, useful summary with next steps if needed.
Common Oil Flue Issues in Nassau Homes
Connector Corrosion & Loose Joints
Elbows and seams take a beating from moisture and soot. We check for soft metal, pinholes, and loose screws that can leak exhaust.
Barometric Damper Problems
If the regulator is out of level, stuck, or sized incorrectly, draft varies wildly—causing odors and spillage. We reset or recommend fixes.
Water Intrusion
Missing or undersized caps and cracked crowns let rain in. On oil systems, moisture accelerates corrosion and stains.
How Often to Clean an Oil Chimney
Plan on a full sweep at least once a year. If your boiler/furnace cycles frequently during extreme cold, or if you’ve had spillage/odor issues, consider a mid-season check. A sweep is also smart after a major storm or power outage that may have shifted draft behavior.
If you’re switching fuels or upgrading equipment, ask us to confirm liner compatibility and connector sizing.
Serving All Nassau Towns
We run routes across every Nassau community—Great Neck, Manhasset, Port Washington, Roslyn, Garden City, Mineola, Westbury, Hicksville, Plainview, Jericho, Syosset, Woodbury, Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh, Seaford, Massapequa, Oceanside, Island Park, Long Beach, Baldwin, Freeport, Rockville Centre, Lynbrook, East Rockaway, Valley Stream, and more.