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Your chimney and fireplace represent far more than just functional components of your Arlington home's heating system—they are the warm, inviting, comforting, and cherished heart of your living space where families gather on cool Florida evenings, create lasting memories, share stories, celebrate holidays, and enjoy the ambiance and comfort of a crackling fire that brings warmth, light, and a sense of home to your family's daily life and special occasions throughout the year. However, every single time you light a fire in your fireplace, whether it's a small cozy fire on a mildly cool evening or a roaring blaze during the coldest winter nights, the natural combustion process inevitably, unavoidably, and continuously produces creosote, a highly flammable, sticky, tar-like, dangerous, and potentially deadly substance that systematically accumulates, builds up, and deposits itself on the interior walls of your chimney flue over time with each and every fire you burn, creating an increasingly serious, progressively more dangerous, and potentially catastrophic fire hazard that many Arlington homeowners are completely unaware of, don't fully understand the severity of, don't recognize the warning signs of, and don't take seriously enough until it's too late and disaster strikes without warning. Our professional, thorough, comprehensive, meticulous, and potentially life-saving chimney cleaning and sweeping services in Arlington, Jacksonville, FL 32225 are specifically designed, expertly executed, carefully performed, and professionally delivered to completely, thoroughly, systematically, and safely remove all accumulated creosote buildup, soot deposits, ash residue, debris, obstructions, animal nests, leaves, twigs, and any other materials or contaminants that may have found their way into your chimney system over time through normal use, weather exposure, animal activity, or environmental factors that can seriously compromise the safety, efficiency, proper functioning, and structural integrity of your entire chimney and fireplace system. Using specialized professional-grade chimney sweeping equipment, tools, brushes, vacuums, and techniques that have been refined, perfected, and proven effective over decades of professional chimney service experience in the industry, our highly trained, professionally certified, extensively experienced, deeply knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate chimney sweep technicians meticulously, systematically, thoroughly, and professionally clean your entire chimney system from top to bottom, inside and out, ensuring that every square inch of your flue is completely free of dangerous creosote buildup, combustible deposits, blockages, obstructions, and any other materials that could pose a fire hazard, reduce draft efficiency, cause smoke problems, create carbon monoxide risks, or otherwise compromise the safe operation and proper functioning of your chimney and fireplace system. The National Fire Protection Association, fire safety experts, insurance companies, and chimney professionals across the country strongly recommend, advise, and in some cases require that homeowners have their chimneys professionally inspected and cleaned at least once per year, or more frequently depending on usage patterns, the type of wood burned, burning habits, and other factors that affect creosote accumulation rates, to ensure safe operation, prevent chimney fires that can destroy homes and take lives, maintain optimal efficiency and performance, protect your family's safety and well-being, and preserve your valuable investment in your home and chimney system for many years to come.
A professional, comprehensive, detailed, systematic, and expertly executed chimney inspection is absolutely essential, critically important, fundamentally necessary, and strongly recommended for every Arlington homeowner who has a fireplace, wood stove, or any other type of chimney system in their home, regardless of how frequently they use it, how new or old it is, or whether they believe there are any problems or issues with it based on casual observation or assumptions. Regular professional chimney inspections are your first and most important line of defense against potentially catastrophic chimney fires that can destroy your home and endanger your family's lives, dangerous carbon monoxide leaks that can cause serious illness or death without warning, structural failures and deterioration that can lead to expensive repairs or complete chimney collapse, water damage and moisture intrusion that can cause extensive damage to your home's structure and interior, draft problems that prevent proper smoke evacuation and cause indoor air quality issues, and countless other serious problems, hazards, deficiencies, and safety issues that can develop in your chimney system over time through normal use, weather exposure, age-related deterioration, animal activity, or improper construction and installation. Our professional, thorough, comprehensive, detailed, and expertly performed chimney inspection services in Arlington, Jacksonville, FL 32225 follow the strict standards, guidelines, protocols, and best practices established by the National Fire Protection Association, the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and other recognized industry organizations and regulatory bodies to ensure that your chimney system is thoroughly evaluated, accurately assessed, properly documented, and determined to be safe, sound, structurally intact, properly functioning, and ready for use without posing any risks or hazards to your home or family. We offer three different levels of chimney inspections to meet your specific needs, circumstances, requirements, and situation based on industry standards and professional recommendations. A Level One inspection is the most basic, routine, standard, and commonly performed inspection that is appropriate for chimneys that are in regular use with no known problems or changes and includes a visual examination of all readily accessible portions of the chimney interior and exterior, fireplace, and related components to verify that the system is sound, properly functioning, and free of obvious problems, defects, or hazards that would prevent safe operation. A Level Two inspection is more comprehensive, detailed, thorough, and extensive than a Level One inspection and is recommended and often required when there has been any change to the system such as a change in fuel type, replacement of an appliance, or after an event that could have caused damage such as a chimney fire, severe weather, earthquake, or other incident, and includes everything in a Level One inspection plus video scanning of the flue interior using specialized camera equipment to identify hidden problems, inspection of attics, crawl spaces, and other accessible areas, and verification of proper clearances and construction.
Chimneys are constantly exposed to some of the harshest, most demanding, most destructive, and most challenging environmental conditions imaginable, including extreme temperature fluctuations that can range from freezing cold winter nights to scorching hot summer days and back again within hours, continuous exposure to rain, humidity, and moisture that can penetrate masonry and cause serious damage over time, Florida's intense subtropical sun and UV radiation that breaks down materials and accelerates deterioration, high winds and severe weather including hurricanes and tropical storms that can cause structural damage, freeze-thaw cycles that cause expansion and contraction of materials and lead to cracking and spalling, exposure to corrosive combustion byproducts and acidic creosote that attack and deteriorate chimney liners and masonry from the inside, and the inevitable effects of time, age, and normal wear and tear that affect all building materials and structures regardless of initial quality or construction methods. Over time, these relentless environmental stresses, harsh conditions, and destructive forces can cause various types of damage, deterioration, problems, deficiencies, and failures in your chimney system that seriously compromise its structural integrity, safety, proper functioning, efficiency, appearance, and ability to safely vent dangerous combustion gases and smoke from your home without creating fire hazards, carbon monoxide risks, water damage, or other serious problems that can affect your home and family. Our professional, expert, comprehensive, and highly skilled chimney repair and restoration services in Arlington, Jacksonville, FL 32225 address all types of chimney problems, damage, deterioration, deficiencies, and failures including cracked, damaged, or deteriorating chimney crowns that allow water to penetrate the chimney structure and cause extensive damage, damaged or missing mortar joints that compromise structural integrity and allow moisture intrusion, cracked or spalling bricks and masonry that indicate serious structural problems and water damage, damaged or deteriorated chimney liners that create serious fire hazards and carbon monoxide risks, leaning or tilting chimneys that indicate foundation problems or structural failure, damaged or deteriorated flashing that allows water to enter your home and cause extensive damage, and countless other problems and issues that can develop over time. We use only the highest quality materials, proven repair techniques, industry best practices, and professional craftsmanship to ensure that all repairs are performed correctly, thoroughly, professionally, and to the highest standards of quality and durability so that your chimney system is restored to safe, sound, properly functioning condition and will provide many more years of reliable, safe, efficient service to your Arlington home and family.
A chimney cap is one of the simplest, most affordable, most effective, most important, and most beneficial investments you can make to protect your chimney system, extend its lifespan, prevent costly damage and repairs, improve its performance and efficiency, and save yourself thousands of dollars in potential repair costs over the life of your chimney while providing numerous important benefits and protective functions that every Arlington homeowner should understand and appreciate. Despite its relatively small size, simple design, modest cost, and straightforward installation, a properly designed, correctly sized, professionally installed, and high-quality chimney cap provides multiple critical protective functions and important benefits that make it an absolutely essential component of any properly maintained and protected chimney system. First and foremost, a chimney cap prevents rain, snow, sleet, and moisture from entering your chimney where it can cause extensive, expensive, and progressive damage to the chimney liner, masonry, mortar joints, damper, firebox, and other components over time through repeated wetting and drying cycles, freeze-thaw damage, rust and corrosion, efflorescence, spalling, and other moisture-related deterioration that can seriously compromise the structural integrity, safety, and proper functioning of your entire chimney system and lead to repairs costing thousands of dollars if left unchecked and unaddressed. Second, a chimney cap with properly designed and sized mesh screening prevents birds, squirrels, raccoons, bats, and other animals and pests from entering your chimney where they can build nests, become trapped, die, create terrible odors, block the flue, create fire hazards, and cause numerous other problems, headaches, and expenses that are easily and inexpensively prevented with a properly installed chimney cap. Third, a chimney cap prevents wind-blown leaves, twigs, debris, and other materials from entering and accumulating in your chimney where they can create blockages, fire hazards, and draft problems that affect the safe and proper operation of your fireplace or heating appliance. Fourth, a properly designed chimney cap with a spark arrestor prevents hot embers and sparks from escaping your chimney and landing on your roof, in your yard, or on neighboring properties where they could potentially ignite fires and cause catastrophic damage, especially during dry conditions when fire danger is elevated.
Creosote is unquestionably, without exception, without any doubt, and according to fire safety experts and chimney professionals the single most dangerous, most serious, most common, and most preventable fire hazard associated with fireplaces, wood stoves, and chimney systems in homes throughout Arlington, Jacksonville, and across the entire United States, causing thousands of devastating and often preventable chimney fires every single year that result in deaths, serious injuries, millions of dollars in property damage, destroyed homes, displaced families, and tragic losses that could have been easily prevented through regular professional chimney cleaning and proper maintenance. Creosote is a natural byproduct of wood combustion that forms when smoke, water vapor, gases, unburned wood particles, tar fog, and other combustion byproducts condense on the relatively cool interior surfaces of your chimney flue as they rise and exit your home, creating deposits that accumulate, build up, and become progressively thicker, harder, more concentrated, and more dangerous over time with continued use of your fireplace or wood stove. Creosote exists in three distinct stages or forms, each progressively more dangerous, more difficult to remove, and more likely to ignite than the previous stage. First-stage creosote is a loose, flaky, sooty deposit that is relatively easy to remove with standard chimney sweeping brushes and techniques during routine professional chimney cleaning. Second-stage creosote is a harder, shinier, more concentrated tar-like deposit that requires more aggressive cleaning techniques, specialized tools, and professional expertise to remove effectively and completely. Third-stage creosote, also called glazed creosote, is an extremely hard, shiny, concentrated, tar-like coating that is extremely difficult to remove, highly flammable, and represents a serious and immediate fire hazard that requires specialized removal techniques, professional expertise, and sometimes chemical treatments or mechanical removal methods to address safely and effectively. All forms of creosote are highly flammable and can ignite at relatively low temperatures, but third-stage glazed creosote is particularly dangerous because it can ignite at temperatures as low as 451 degrees Fahrenheit, which is easily reached during normal fireplace operation, and once ignited can burn at temperatures exceeding 2000 degrees Fahrenheit, which is hot enough to crack chimney liners, damage masonry, ignite nearby combustible materials, and cause catastrophic chimney fires that can spread to your home's structure and result in total loss.
Your fireplace is a beautiful, functional, valuable, cherished, and important feature of your Arlington home that provides warmth, ambiance, comfort, aesthetic appeal, and a wonderful gathering place for family and friends during cool Florida evenings and special occasions throughout the year, but like any mechanical system or appliance in your home, it requires regular professional cleaning, maintenance, inspection, and care to operate safely, efficiently, reliably, and properly while providing years of enjoyment, comfort, and service to your family without creating safety hazards, performance problems, or expensive repair needs that could have been prevented through proper maintenance and professional care. Our comprehensive, thorough, professional, and expertly performed fireplace cleaning and maintenance services in Arlington, Jacksonville, FL 32225 go far beyond simple chimney sweeping to address all components, systems, and elements of your complete fireplace system including the firebox, damper, smoke chamber, throat, hearth, glass doors, gas logs if applicable, and all other components that affect the safety, performance, efficiency, appearance, and proper functioning of your fireplace. We thoroughly clean all soot, ash, creosote, and debris from the firebox and all interior surfaces, carefully inspect and clean the damper to ensure it opens and closes properly and seals tightly when closed to prevent heat loss and drafts, examine the firebox for cracks, damage, or deteriorated refractory panels that need repair or replacement, clean and inspect glass doors and gaskets, check and clean gas logs and burners if you have a gas fireplace, inspect and clean the smoke chamber and throat area where creosote accumulation is often heaviest, and perform a complete visual inspection of all visible components to identify any problems, damage, wear, or safety issues that need to be addressed. Regular professional fireplace cleaning and maintenance not only ensures safe operation and prevents fire hazards but also improves efficiency and heat output, reduces smoke and odor problems, extends the life of fireplace components, maintains the beauty and appearance of your fireplace, and helps you avoid expensive repairs by identifying and addressing minor problems before they become major issues requiring extensive and costly repairs or component replacement.
Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington has been proudly serving the Arlington neighborhood, the broader Jacksonville, Florida community, and surrounding areas with exceptional, reliable, professional, results-driven, and safety-focused chimney sweep and comprehensive fireplace maintenance services for years, building an outstanding, well-deserved, hard-earned, stellar, and unmatched reputation for excellence, reliability, integrity, transparency, customer service, technical expertise, and complete customer satisfaction in the chimney service industry. Conveniently located at 9881 Atlantic Blvd in the heart of Arlington in the 32225 zip code, we are your trusted local experts, specialists, partners, advocates, and neighbors in keeping your chimney safe, clean, efficient, and properly functioning for years to come.
Our company was founded on the fundamental, unwavering, deeply held, non-negotiable, and passionately believed principle that every Arlington homeowner deserves a safe, clean, properly functioning chimney system that allows them to enjoy their fireplace with complete confidence and peace of mind, knowing that their chimney has been professionally cleaned, thoroughly inspected, and determined to be safe for use by experienced, certified, and knowledgeable chimney professionals who genuinely care about their safety and well-being. We've built our outstanding and well-deserved reputation on consistently delivering superior service that exceeds expectations, using the most advanced equipment and proven techniques available in the chimney service industry, investing heavily in ongoing training and education for our entire team, staying current with industry best practices and emerging technologies, and treating every single customer with the respect, honesty, transparency, fairness, dignity, and professionalism they deserve and expect from a trusted service provider.
What truly sets Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington apart from other chimney sweep companies operating in the Jacksonville area is our comprehensive, holistic, customer-focused, results-oriented, safety-first, and professionally executed approach to chimney service and fireplace maintenance. We don't simply sweep your chimney and disappear—we take the time to thoroughly educate you about your chimney system and how it works, carefully identify potential problems before they develop into serious safety hazards or expensive repairs, provide honest, straightforward recommendations tailored to your specific situation, needs, and budget without any pressure or manipulation, and build long-term relationships based on trust, mutual respect, and consistently excellent service.
We fully understand and appreciate that inviting service professionals into your home is a decision that requires a significant level of trust and confidence in their professionalism, competence, integrity, honesty, and respect for your property. That's precisely why all of our chimney sweep technicians undergo thorough criminal background checks and screening, receive extensive ongoing training in the latest chimney cleaning techniques, safety protocols, and customer service, maintain current industry certifications from recognized organizations including the Chimney Safety Institute of America, and are fully insured with comprehensive liability and workers' compensation coverage for your complete protection and peace of mind.
As a locally owned and operated business, we're deeply invested in the Arlington and broader Jacksonville community where we live, work, raise our families, and build our futures. We understand the unique needs of Arlington homeowners and the specific challenges that Florida's climate presents for chimney systems, from high humidity that can cause moisture-related damage to occasional cold snaps that make fireplaces a welcome source of warmth and comfort.
All our chimney sweep technicians are professionally trained and certified by recognized industry organizations including the Chimney Safety Institute of America. We invest heavily in ongoing education and training to stay current with the latest industry best practices and safety standards.
Chimney emergencies don't wait for convenient business hours. That's why we offer true 24/7 emergency service for urgent situations like chimney fires, carbon monoxide issues, or structural failures that seriously affect your home's safety and require immediate professional attention.
We use the most advanced chimney cleaning equipment and inspection technology available including video scanning cameras, specialized brushes and tools, and professional-grade vacuums to ensure the most thorough, effective cleaning and accurate inspection possible for your chimney system.
We stand behind our work with a complete satisfaction guarantee. If you're not completely happy with our service for any reason whatsoever, we'll make it right at no additional cost to you. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we won't rest until you're absolutely thrilled.
Experience the difference that true professionalism, expertise, and dedication make
We understand that when you need chimney service, you want it done quickly, efficiently, and professionally. That's why we offer same-day service appointments for most situations throughout the Arlington area. Call us in the morning, and we can often have a skilled, experienced technician at your property that same afternoon.
No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no bait-and-switch tactics, and no high-pressure sales. We provide clear, detailed written estimates before beginning any work, so you know exactly what to expect and can make informed decisions about your chimney service needs. Our pricing is competitive, fair, and reflects the quality of our work.
As a local Arlington business, we're your neighbors and fellow community members who care deeply about our neighborhood and city. We live and work in this area, send our children to local schools, and support local businesses and organizations. We're genuinely committed to providing the best possible service to our neighbors.
Your peace of mind and protection are extremely important to us and our business. We maintain all required state and local licenses and permits, and carry comprehensive general liability and workers' compensation insurance coverage to fully protect you, your property, and our employees. You can trust that you're working with a legitimate professional company.
See what your Arlington neighbors are saying about our exceptional chimney services
"We've been using Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington for years, and they're simply the best! Our technician was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. He took the time to explain everything he was doing and showed me photos of the inside of our chimney before and after cleaning. I was shocked at how much creosote had built up! He also identified a small crack in our chimney crown that could have become a major problem if left unaddressed. The service was reasonably priced, and they left our home spotless. We feel so much safer using our fireplace now. Highly recommend!"
"We had a chimney fire scare late at night, and Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington responded immediately to our emergency call. Their 24/7 emergency service is truly available around the clock. The technician arrived within an hour, assessed the situation professionally, and made sure our chimney was safe. He explained what had caused the problem - years of creosote buildup - and performed a complete cleaning and inspection. He also gave us valuable advice on proper burning techniques to prevent future problems. The peace of mind they provided during a terrifying situation was priceless. Thank you for being there when we needed you most!"
"As a real estate agent in Arlington, I recommend Legend Chimney Cleaners to all my clients who are buying or selling homes with fireplaces. They provide thorough inspections that give buyers confidence and help sellers address any issues before listing. They're always professional, punctual, and provide detailed written reports that are invaluable during real estate transactions. I've worked with them on dozens of properties, and they've never let me down. If you need chimney service in Arlington, this is the company to call!"
"We just bought our first home in Arlington, and the home inspector recommended having the chimney professionally cleaned and inspected before using the fireplace. Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington was able to schedule us quickly and did an amazing job. The technician was friendly, professional, and really took the time to educate us about proper fireplace use and maintenance since we're first-time homeowners. He installed a new chimney cap to keep out rain and animals, cleaned the entire system thoroughly, and gave us tips on the best wood to burn. Starting our new home with a clean, safe chimney gave us great peace of mind. Excellent service!"
"I called Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington because we were having smoke problems in our house whenever we used the fireplace. The technician quickly diagnosed the problem - a bird's nest was blocking the flue! He removed the nest, cleaned the entire chimney thoroughly, and installed a chimney cap with mesh screening to prevent future problems. He also noticed that our damper wasn't sealing properly and repaired it on the spot. Now our fireplace works perfectly, and we don't have to worry about birds or other animals getting in. Professional, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced. Highly recommend!"
"Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington provided excellent service from start to finish. The office staff was friendly and helpful when I called to schedule, the technician arrived exactly on time, and the work was performed professionally and thoroughly. He used drop cloths to protect our floors, cleaned up completely after the work was done, and took the time to answer all my questions about chimney maintenance. The price was fair and exactly what was quoted - no surprise charges. We'll definitely be using them for our annual chimney cleaning from now on. Great company!"
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9881 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32225
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Regular Hours: Monday-Sunday, 7 AM - 9 PM
We proudly serve Arlington and all surrounding Jacksonville communities. Our primary service area includes the following zip codes:
If you don't see your zip code listed above, please call us! We may still be able to serve your area. We're always looking to expand our service coverage to help more Jacksonville area residents enjoy safe, clean chimneys.
Chimney sweep services are essential home maintenance that far too many Arlington homeowners overlook, neglect, or simply don't think about until they experience serious problems with their fireplace or chimney system. Regular professional chimney cleaning and inspection are critical for preventing dangerous chimney fires, ensuring proper ventilation, maintaining efficiency, and protecting your home and family from carbon monoxide and other hazards.
The National Fire Protection Association and the Chimney Safety Institute of America recommend having your chimney professionally inspected at least once per year and cleaned whenever necessary based on the inspection findings. For Arlington homeowners who use their fireplaces regularly, annual cleaning is typically recommended to remove dangerous creosote buildup and ensure safe operation.
Many homeowners throughout the Arlington 32225 area and surrounding communities don't realize their chimney desperately needs professional cleaning until serious problems develop. Common warning signs include difficulty starting fires or keeping them burning, excessive smoke entering your home when using the fireplace, strong odors coming from the fireplace especially during humid weather, visible creosote buildup that looks like black tar on the damper or firebox walls, debris falling into the fireplace, animals or birds nesting in the chimney, or simply not having had your chimney cleaned in over a year.
If you notice any of these warning signs in your Arlington home, it's definitely time to call Legend Chimney Cleaners Arlington for a professional inspection and thorough cleaning without delay. Ignoring these clear warning signs can lead to increasingly serious problems including chimney fires, carbon monoxide poisoning, structural damage, and expensive repairs that could have been prevented through regular professional maintenance.