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G★★★★★ 4.9 Rated · 363 Google Reviews
A CSIA certified technician cleans the firebox, glass, damper and smoke chamber with HEPA filtration, then shows you the result on camera. Wood and gas fireplaces, no soot on your carpet and no scare tactics.
BBB A+ accreditedAngi Super Service Award, 2019 to 20254.9 stars, 363 Google reviews
Professional. Certified. Trusted.
CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep (Chimney Safety Institute of America), NFI Certified (National Fireplace Institute), NCSG Certified and Member (National Chimney Sweep Guild), Certified Chimney Professional (CCP credential of the National Chimney Sweep Guild). Every badge opens the organization's own directory, where Green and Clean Home Services is listed.
Reviews
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363 reviews
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“David promptly responded to our request for inspection, called when he was en route, and arrived on time. He used a drone to examine the chimney exterior and a camera for the interior, provided a copy of the inspection video, and presented a range of options for prioritizing the repairs. Excellent value, highly recommend!”
“David was amazing! He cleaned our basement, family room, stairs, and upholstery. With a dog and 3 active kids we 110% notice the difference in our home. I can’t wait to schedule him regularly.”
“Amazing service. I’ve had my chimney swept and inspected three times and my air ducts cleaned. I will not go anywhere else. Professional, detailed, helpful and affordable! Hands down 12/10 recommend!”
“Extremely professional, fantastic work. Ducts and rugs were cleaned and both look brand new. Definitely recommend and the price can’t be beat.”
“Wonderful job! Service was right on time. Everything was explained very well step by step. Everything was cleaned up well upon finishing. Would recommend to others.”
“Green and Clean did a great job with our carpets and furniture! Even a few weeks later we couldn’t be happier with their fast, efficient, and thorough service.”
“David is efficient and does a great job. Very professional and we totally trust his work. I can highly recommend him.”
“Cleaned vent efficiently and quickly. Very personable. Would use again.”
633 reviews
Super Service Award winner 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
“David from Green and Clean was very prompt with a detailed estimate on repairing my in-law’s chimney. His crew came out and did a nice job of fixing the chimney by redoing the crown, tuck pointing and repairing damaged bricks. The chimney now looks great. Very satisfied.”
“David conducted a comprehensive analysis of the chimney issues and presented us with viable options for resolution. Highly recommended for individuals seeking expert assistance in such matters.”
“David was great. He explained every process. Did a thorough job cleaning and even used a drone to check the chimney. He even took the time to review the fireplace process.”
“Good job, got done properly and fast. The crew worked even late hours to complete and cleaned everything up when done.”
“David was phenomenal! Communication was fantastic, he was on time and extremely friendly. He did a fantastic job with the chimney sweeping and reviewed the video of his findings and spent time answering all of my questions.”
“I needed to have my chimney inspected in order to sell. David was knowledgeable, thorough and honest. He swept the chimney, inspected the roof and basement. All was good and clean. He is even pet friendly.”
“David is always a pleasure to work with! Our entire family goes to him and he always delivers quality work. We appreciate his honesty and the pride he takes in his work. He always shows us the before and after.”
“We needed to have a stove pipe reinstalled for a wood burning stove after it was blown off by a windstorm. Job was done quickly, and we are pleased with the work done.”
36 reviews, 5.0 average
Better Business Bureau accredited since March 2019.
“Service was great and quick! We needed carpet cleaning done as quickly as possible and we greatly appreciated getting an appointment without much notice.”
“Fantastic, very thorough and explained the process clearly. He worked quickly and was courteous and so friendly.”
“Responded immediately, came quickly, worked efficiently, and was upfront with the pricing. More than that, his work is high quality.”
“Super knowledgeable and explained things very thoroughly. Clear that he knows what he is doing. Very patient with all my questions.”
“Wonderful, professional and informative! We got to see the before and after. Nice job!”
“Very professional and knowledgeable. He was punctual to the appointment, and explained everything he was going to do.”
“Efficient, very polite and friendly. I highly recommend Green and Clean! He did a great job and was in and out.”
Neighborhood recommended
Recommended by neighbors across Lake and Cuyahoga counties.
“David cleaned our ducts and chimney and did a wonderful job.”
“David was great. He gave me options and got the job done quickly. Great service today.”
“Green and Clean. He is amazing. Well priced and impeccably done.”
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What is included
Fireplace cleaning is more than shoveling ash out of the firebox. We clean every surface that smoke touches between the hearth and the damper, and we do it without turning your living room gray.
Why it matters
Soot and creosote are fuel. Fine particles are a lung problem. Both collect in the exact spot where your family sits closest to the fire.
NFPA found that failure to clean was the leading factor contributing to home heating fires, and most of those fires started in chimneys and fireplaces rather than furnaces.
Source: NFPA, Home Heating Fires reportCSIA says an eighth of an inch of creosote is enough to require cleaning. Glazed creosote on the smoke shelf ignites at lower temperatures than most people expect.
Source: Chimney Safety Institute of AmericaA true HEPA filter removes at least 99.97 percent of particles at 0.3 microns, which is the size range of soot. That is why we never clean a firebox with a shop vac.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyWarning signs
You do not need a camera to notice the first few. The last ones are why the camera comes along anyway.
Creosote soaks up moisture and releases odor when Lake Erie humidity climbs. A house that smells smoky in summer has a dirty fireplace, not a bad air freshener.
Buildup in the smoke chamber or a damper stuck half open chokes the draft. You end up feeding kindling and blaming the wood.
A narrowed throat or a crusted smoke shelf turns smoke back toward the hearth.
Those crunchy shards are creosote breaking off the smoke shelf. They mean the deposit is thick enough to crack under its own weight.
Soot on a gas fireplace glass within a week points to blocked burner ports or logs sitting off their pins. Both are cleaning and setup issues.
Fine soot leaves the firebox with every draft reversal. If the mantel is gray by morning, so are your lungs.
NFPA 211 calls for a yearly inspection of every fireplace and chimney, used or not. Most wood burning homes here need cleaning on the same schedule.
Treat the fireplace as unknown until a certified technician has cleaned it and put a camera up the flue.
How it works
Drop cloths from the door to the hearth, the HEPA vacuum running before the first brush touches brick. Furniture and rugs stay where they are.
Smoke shelf and chamber first, then firebox walls, floor, grate and glass. Gas units get the burner and pilot brushed and the log set rebuilt to spec.
A quick flue camera pass, damper test, and on gas units a pilot and ignition test. Anything we find goes on video you can keep.
You see the firebox before we pack up. If the chimney needs a sweep or a repair, you get it in writing with photos, never as pressure at the door.
Before and after
Drag the slider. Real jobs by our technicians in Northeast Ohio.
BeforeAfterCrown rebuild and new cap
BeforeAfterThree flues capped
BeforeAfterRusted chase cover replaced in stainless
BeforeAfterHeatShield flue resurfacingOn video
Short clips from our technicians and customers across Northeast Ohio. Tap any clip to play it here.
Service walkthroughChimney sweep and video inspection
Why Green and Clean
Since 2016 we have completed more than 15,000 jobs across seven counties. Here is how a certified crew differs from the coupon truck.
| What matters | Green and Clean | Typical coupon service |
|---|---|---|
| Who shows up | CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep, NFI certified for gas units | Whoever is on the route that day |
| Dust control | HEPA filtration and drop cloths on every job | Shop vac and a tarp |
| What you see | Camera footage and photos before any recommendation | A verbal warning about a "dangerous" liner |
| Gas fireplaces | Burner, pilot and log placement serviced | Glass wiped, logs left where they were |
Pricing
Three things move the number. We look at all three during the free estimate, and you get a firm written price before any work starts.
A wood burning masonry fireplace needs smoke chamber scraping. A gas unit needs burner service and log placement. Prefab wood units fall between the two.
Flaky creosote brushes out. Glazed creosote that has baked on for several seasons takes longer and may call for a chemical treatment first.
Glass door restoration, a damper repair or bundling a full chimney sweep on the same visit each change the total. All are optional and quoted separately.
Stop using the fireplace and call the emergency line. It is answered 24/7, and most Lake, Geauga and Cuyahoga county homes get a same day visit.
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Service areas
From our base in Mentor on the Lake we cover Lake, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Summit, Portage, Medina and Lorain counties. Type your city to confirm.
FAQ
Once a year for most wood burning homes, ideally in late summer before the first cold night. Families who burn several nights a week all winter sometimes need a midwinter visit. Gas fireplaces need a yearly service too.
Yes. Dust settles in burner ports, spiders nest in pilot tubes over the summer, and logs get bumped off their pins during dusting. Each of those causes sooting, delayed ignition or a lazy yellow flame.
No. This service covers the firebox, smoke chamber, damper, glass and gas components at the bottom of the system. A chimney sweep cleans the flue above the damper. Many homes need both, and we bundle them on one visit when the camera shows the flue needs it.
No. The HEPA vacuum runs the entire time, the work zone is covered from the door to the hearth, and technicians wear shoe covers. If we ever track anything onto carpet, we clean it with our own plant based products before we leave.
Usually, yes. The smell comes from creosote absorbing humidity, and it fades once the smoke shelf and chamber are clean. If it persists, a top sealing damper or a chimney cap stops the moist air that feeds it.
It depends on fuel type, the condition of the firebox and any extras you choose. Estimates are always free, and you receive a firm written price before we begin. Request one online or call and we will quote your fireplace.
Free estimate
Tell us about your chimney, fireplace, ducts, dryer vent, carpet or upholstery and we will come back with straight answers and a firm price. No pressure, no upsell.
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