Straight-talking chimney advice from our Aurora sweeps on inspections, repairs, relining, and keeping a fireplace safe to use.

The buildup, not the month, sets the schedule for your Aurora chimney.
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Read more →Camera footage, clearance checks, and a written report: the Aurora Level 2, in full.
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Read more →Pick up the phone and a local Aurora crew takes it from there. Clean methods, written findings, and an honest read on what can wait.