Chimney sweeping
“Chimney sweeping” comes from the older masonry chimneys with brick or stone construction and a clay or steel liner. The job involves brushing the inside of the chimney from top or bottom, removing soot and creosote, and checking the masonry for cracks, mortar failure, or damaged liners. Plenty of older Tasmanian homes still have these.
Flue cleaning
“Flue cleaning” usually refers to the steel flue pipe on a modern enclosed wood heater (Coonara, Nectre, Saxon, Heatcharm, etc.). The cleaning is similar in principle — brushing out creosote — but the tools are tuned for the smaller diameter and the inspection includes baffles, seals, and cowl.
What overlaps
- Removing creosote and soot from the inside of the flue/chimney.
- Clearing nests, leaves, and other blockages.
- Inspecting for damage, restriction, and warning signs.
- Giving you a clear summary of what we found.
Which one do I need?
In practice you don't need to choose. When you book with us, we'll match the right approach to your system — masonry chimney, modern wood heater, or open fireplace. The outcome is the same: safe, clean, drawing properly, ready for winter.
A note on safety: chimney and flue issues can become serious quickly. When in doubt, leave the heater unlit and call a qualified sweep — a short visit beats guessing.