At Oesterling Chimney Sweep we have been offering good customer service for over 15 years. We utilize our expertise and the latest tools and technology to ensure your chimney and venting system are operating at optimal levels. We are CSIA certified sweep, member of the HPBA and a member of the BBB. Our services include: Chimney Repair and Restoration Chimney Sweep and Inspection Installation of Chimney Caps Rebuild Crowns Rebuild Fireplaces Rebuild Chase Tops Sales and Service of Hearth Products Water Leaks and Condensation Repair We have two stores located at: 209 N Walnut Street Batesville, IN 47006 Office: 812-934-3512 2360 National Road Columbus, IN 47201 Office: 812-372-3512 Email: oesterlingchimney@yahoo.com If you need any of these services at this time, please reach out to us via phone or email
"Matt is very knowledgeable and professional. He knew exactly what to do and went right to work. He even took the time to show me the correct way to use it, since I’ve never had one before. Very considerate and answered all my questions."
Marian K on April 2024
At Oesterling Chimney Sweep we have been offering good customer service for over 15 years. We utilize our expertise and the latest tools and technology to ensure your chimney and venting system are operating at optimal levels. We are CSIA certified sweep, member of the HPBA and a member of the BBB. Our services include: Chimney Repair and Restoration Chimney Sweep and Inspection Installation of Chimney Caps Rebuild Crowns Rebuild Fireplaces Rebuild Chase Tops Sales and Service of Hearth Products Water Leaks and Condensation Repair We have two stores located at: 209 N Walnut Street Batesville, IN 47006 Office: 812-934-3512 2360 National Road Columbus, IN 47201 Office: 812-372-3512 Email: oesterlingchimney@yahoo.com If you need any of these services at this time, please reach out to us via phone or email
"Matt is very knowledgeable and professional. He knew exactly what to do and went right to work. He even took the time to show me the correct way to use it, since I’ve never had one before. Very considerate and answered all my questions."
Marian K on April 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
Clean & repair chimneys. Install stoves & liners.
"Larry took on a difficult job in our home. He was always on time, honest, and reliable. He gave us many options to choose from and a quote that he stuck to. He was quick with communication. He valued our safety. He did a great job! We are very satisfied with the work! Thank you so much for helping us. We highly recommend Larry."
Charity L on August 2024
Clean & repair chimneys. Install stoves & liners.
"Larry took on a difficult job in our home. He was always on time, honest, and reliable. He gave us many options to choose from and a quote that he stuck to. He was quick with communication. He valued our safety. He did a great job! We are very satisfied with the work! Thank you so much for helping us. We highly recommend Larry."
Charity L on August 2024
We are a company based out of Illinois. We provide indoor air quality solutions.
We are a company based out of Illinois. We provide indoor air quality solutions.
While it’s possible to sweep your own chimney, it’s usually not a good idea for two reasons. First, inexperienced DIYers are more likely to miss areas of the chimney, which still leaves the risk of house fire due to the remaining residue. Second, chimney sweeping seems like a simple process, but it’s highly dangerous. Soot and creosote are both carcinogenic and can cause breathing issues and lung damage. If you don’t take the same safety precautions that professionals do, you could be putting yourself at risk of serious bodily harm.
You should plan to ask your chimney sweeper questions about the cleaning process they intend to use, the project timeline, and more to get a sense of which professional is right for the job:
What is your process for cleaning chimneys?
How long will the process take?
Will you protect my floors from soot and debris?
Will you do a chimney inspection, too?
Do you have certification from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) or the National Fire Institute (NFI)?
Will you need access to my roof?
The average cost for a professional chimney cleaning is around $250, but prices range from $130 to $400 or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.
In some cases, you don’t need to do anything to prepare for chimney sweeping, but professionals always appreciate leaving the area clean and easy to access. As such, it’s a good idea to move fireplace accessories like screens and fire tending tools out of the way, and lay down tarps of drop cloths around your fireplace opening to help keep your floors clean. Laying down a plastic sheet under those cloths or tarps is a good idea if your fireplace is surrounded by carpeting, just to add extra protection. Finally, secure any pets or children away from the work area.
The National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) recommends chimney sweeping once per year as a means of avoiding house fires and massive property damage. Over time, creosote and soot build up in your chimney from burning wood and a lack of ventilation. These compounds are both highly flammable, which means a build-up of them inside your chimney puts you at an increased risk of house fire. Chimney sweeping removes any residue and helps reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury from fire.