As of: February 9, 2024, 5:20 p.m
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The chimney sweep checks emission values and checks that the fireplace and fireplaces are OK.
He visits some of them more often and others less often.
“Chimney sweeps bring good luck,” says an old saying.
And rightly so: Even in the Middle Ages, craftsmen traditionally dressed in black were out and about cleaning chimneys.
If the chimney was free, cooking and heating could be carried out again.
This also reduced the risk of a chimney fire, which gave people peace of mind.
What are the duties of a chimney sweep?
Chimney sweeps ensure a clean chimney and carry out exhaust gas measurements.
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Nowadays, chimney sweeps, also known as chimney sweeps in many places, not only keep an eye on sooty chimneys, but also take on a wide range of tasks, as the
Federal Association of the Chimney Sweep Trade
informs:
Clean and check:
Chimney sweeps ensure that chimneys, exhaust pipes and heating systems function safely through regular checks.
They clean chimneys from the roof (and sometimes also from the basement) and remove soot and other deposits.
The work reduces the risk of fire, as soot can ignite, and other hazards caused by restricted or impermeable chimneys.
You should also clean the inside of fireplace stoves regularly.
Measuring and documenting:
Chimney sweeps use a measuring device to check whether the carbon monoxide level in the exhaust gas is too high.
This is important for the safety of residents and environmental protection.
Advising customers:
The chimney sweeps' tasks also include advising customers on climate-friendly heating and energy saving.
As trained energy consultants, they also issue energy certificates and advise on government funding measures.
They also help with retrofitting older fireplaces that do not comply with the prescribed emissions values.
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How often does the chimney sweep come to the house?
It is impossible to say in general how often the chimney sweep comes into the house.
On the one hand, this depends on which heating system or fireplace is available in the house.
It also plays a role whether only one measurement needs to be carried out or whether more complex appointments such as sweeping or inspection work are pending.
“Due to the different tasks, a chimney sweep can sometimes only come once a year, but next year maybe three times,” the portal informs
ovenside.com.
Anyone who owns a fireplace usually has to have sweeping work carried out up to three times a year.
In addition, a fireplace inspection is required every few years (twice within seven years).
By the way, not everything can be burned in the fireplace - otherwise you could face a hefty fine.
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But don't worry: an authorized district chimney sweep will note the deadlines and automatically come to your home as needed.
You only have to arrange the appointments yourself with an independent chimney sweep specialist.