Chimney Cleaning for Traditional Fireplaces

Traditional open fireplaces remain one of the most charming and cozy ways to heat a home. However, frequent use — especially with resinous or poorly dried wood — can quickly lead to build-up of soot, ash, and creosote along the chimney walls. Without proper maintenance, this can reduce draft efficiency, release smoke into the room, and even increase the risk of chimney fires.

At Servilar, we offer specialized chimney cleaning for traditional fireplaces across Greater Lisbon, with techniques adapted to your home’s structure and fireplace design.

Why cleaning your open fireplace chimney is essential

Frequent blockages: ash, spider webs, bird nests, and leaves are common in open flue systems.
Visible soot build-up: if you see dark deposits around the fireplace opening or smell strong smoke, it’s time for a cleaning.
Fire hazard: creosote is highly flammable and can ignite from stray sparks or embers.
Poor draft or airflow: smoke coming into the room, blackened glass, or difficulty lighting a fire are signs of obstruction.

How we clean your chimney

Our team uses professional equipment with rotary brushes adapted to the chimney diameter, combined with industrial vacuum systems and, when necessary, video inspection. The process is clean, safe, and performed with great care inside your home.

Recommended cleaning schedule

We recommend cleaning:

Once a year, ideally before winter
After 30 to 50 uses, for heavy fireplace users
Whenever you notice smoke in the room or a drop in fireplace performance

Book your chimney cleaning with Servilar and keep your fireplace safe, clean, and ready for cozy winter nights.

Call Servilar or fill in our online contact form to request a chimney sweeping service. Our customer service team will collect the essential details about your needs, including your location in Oeiras, the type of chimney you have and any specific problems you have noticed. We will then provide you with a preliminary estimate and schedule a visit at a date and time convenient for you.

Assessment by the Chimney Sweep

On the scheduled day, our certified chimney-sweep will arrive at your location on time, equipped with all the necessary tools and equipment. The chimney-sweep will carry out a thorough assessment of your chimney, inspecting for creosote build-up, obstructions, structural problems and other potential hazards. He will discuss his findings with you and confirm the final scope of work.

Carrying Out the Work

Once the assessment has been completed, the chimney sweep will clean the chimney. Using professional equipment, he will remove creosote deposits, soot and any obstructions, ensuring that your chimney is clean and safe to use. Once the work is complete, the work area will be thoroughly cleaned, leaving your home as tidy as it was before. You will receive a detailed report of the work carried out and any recommendations for future maintenance.