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G★★★★★ 5.0 Rated · 361 Google Reviews
Gas and wood burning fireplaces inspected, cleaned, repaired and restored by technicians certified by CSIA, NFI and NCSG. You see the camera footage, get a written report, and only pay for repairs the footage justifies.
BBB A+ accreditedAngi Super Service Award, 2019 to 20255.0 stars, 361 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
Wood burners in Chagrin Falls, gas inserts in Avon Lake, prefab units in Mentor colonials. Read what their owners had to say.
361 reviews
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“Great experience from start to finish. He gave us comfort in his knowledge and then backed it up with the great job he did. Was careful and thorough throughout the process. Let us know what was going on and let us see the difference. I wish I wouldn’t have waited so long to get this done. He was great to work with and the job was incredible. I can already tell the difference.”
“Amazing job very quick vents were disgusting and now they are beautiful can eat out of them. Lovely great job.”
“I recently had my air ducts and furnace cleaned, and I couldn’t be happier with the service. He was extremely professional, punctual, and took the time to explain everything he was doing throughout the process. You can tell he really cares about the quality of his work. The difference was noticeable right away—everything feels cleaner, airflow has improved, and I have peace of mind knowing the system is running efficiently. He also made sure to leave the area spotless after finishing, which I really appreciated. If you’re looking for someone reliable and thorough for duct and furnace cleaning, I highly recommend him. Great service from start to finish.”
“That was extremely fast and painless! I needed two chimney caps placed to keep out the raccoons and they were able to provide the service same day! The staff were very courteous. I would use them again.”
“Green and Clean was communicative and did great work on time. Our chimney looks much better,.and the price was fair compared to other quotes. Looking forward to working with them again!”
“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
This is our fireplace hub. Below is the full range of fireplace services, with links to detail pages. If you are not sure which one you need, book an inspection and the camera will tell us.
Why it matters
A fireplace is the one appliance in the house that holds an open flame on purpose. These figures are why the standards call for yearly attention.
NFPA data puts heating equipment, which includes fireplaces, chimneys and inserts, second only to cooking as a cause of home structure fires in the United States.
Source: NFPA, Home Heating Fires reportFailure to clean, mostly creosote in chimneys and flues, is the leading factor in home heating fires, contributing to roughly a quarter of them. Wood burners in Geauga and Portage county that run all winter build it fast.
Source: NFPA, Home Heating Fires reportAt least 420 people in the United States die each year from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. A gas fireplace with a blocked vent, a cracked heat exchanger or a poorly adjusted burner is one of the sources. NFI certified technicians test for it.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and PreventionExpertise, efficiency and reliability
A new fireplace installed with precision. Our technicians install a variety of fireplace types and tailor each setup to your home's style.
Keep the fireplace in top condition with cleaning, inspections and performance checks before every season.
Fixing minor issues or upgrading components for better performance, we handle every aspect of fireplace repair and enhancement.
Certified technicians bring years of experience and a commitment to excellence to every service call.
Customized solutions for your specific fireplace, fuel type and preferences, not a one size fits all visit.
Reliable support and transparent communication throughout every project, from the first call to the walk through.
Warning signs
Some of these are nuisances. Several are early warnings of a chimney fire or a gas problem.
A wood fireplace that smokes has a draft problem: cold flue, closed or broken damper, blocked cap or a flue undersized for the opening.
A healthy gas fireplace burns mostly blue with yellow tips. A sooty yellow flame means incomplete combustion and possible carbon monoxide.
Usually a weak thermocouple or thermopile, sometimes a dirty pilot assembly or a failing valve. Quick to diagnose with the right meter.
Gaps in the firebox let heat reach the framing behind it. Refractory panels in prefab units are the same story.
Rain is coming down the flue or through the crown. Rust on a damper or a prefab firebox floor is the giveaway.
Third stage creosote, hard and tar like, is the most flammable form and cannot be brushed off. It needs a certified sweep with the right treatment.
Gas odor near a fireplace means shut it off and call. A sharp campfire smell in summer is creosote drawing moisture.
A damper that no longer seals lets heated air out all winter. A top sealing damper fixes the draft and the energy loss.
How it works
Wood, gas or a prefab? Insert or open masonry? Tell us what it does, and we send the right technician with the right parts.
Drop cloths down, HEPA vacuum running. For wood units the flue camera goes up. For gas units we pull the glass and check the burner, pilot, valve and vent.
Creosote and soot come out, or the burner and logs get cleaned and reset. You see the footage and get a written report with any repairs priced firmly.
Approved repairs are done the same visit when parts are on the van, otherwise scheduled quickly. Larger restorations get a written scope and timeline.
Inspections
The National Fire Protection Association code NFPA 211 mandates an annual inspection for every chimney and venting system, regardless of how often it is used. Regular fires build creosote and soot in the flue, which must be cleaned. A fireplace that sits unused still needs its structure checked, especially through a Northeast Ohio winter. During a typical inspection we examine, clean and verify that the fireplace and chimney system is sized, installed correctly and safe to use.
For a fireplace in regular use with no changes to the appliance or the venting. Readily accessible areas are checked for soundness, blockages and deposits. Advised for homeowners who maintain the system every year, and included with our sweeping service.
Required when you buy or sell a home, change fuel type or appliance, after a chimney fire, storm or earthquake, or when the fireplace noticeably changes how it performs. We video scan the flue and inspect the cap, crown, flashing, masonry, flue liner, damper, appliance connections, smoke chamber and firebox for cracks, leaks and damage. Essential before a new liner, insert or gas log set goes in.
A flue camera travels the full length of the chimney above the firebox and records cracked tiles, missing mortar joints, creosote glaze and blockages. You watch it live.
A drone pass over the crown, cap, flashing and brick, without ladders on a wet roof and without missing the back side of the chimney.
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
Most sweeps will not touch a gas unit. Most gas fireplace shops will not sweep a wood flue. Holding both CSIA and NFI certification means one visit covers whatever is in your house.
| What matters | Green and Clean | Typical coupon service |
|---|---|---|
| Wood fireplaces | CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep, Level 2 camera inspections | Brush and a flashlight |
| Gas fireplaces | NFI Certified technician with combustion testing | Refer you to someone else |
| Proof | Flue video and written report you keep | Verbal summary, maybe a photo |
| Prefab units | Refractory panels, chase covers and listed parts for 1990s colonials | Not sure what a prefab is |
Why certification matters
Hiring us as a Certified Chimney Professional, a trusted NCSG member, a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep and an NFI Certified technician means your fireplace is in the hands of people who studied for and passed extensive exams on inspection, maintenance, codes and standards for chimneys, fireplaces and venting systems. As an NCSG member our business was screened and approved.
Certification holders agree to a strict code of ethics that protects homeowners from scams; break it and the certification is revoked. We recertify every three years through examination or the NFI Continuing Education Program, because the industry keeps changing. These credentials are recognized by insurance underwriters, building officials and local, state and federal agencies, and they carry the knowledge needed to properly plan and install hearth products and their venting systems. Builders and officials come to us with questions about the installation and operation of hearth products.
Pricing
Fireplace work ranges from a quick gas tune up to a full firebox rebuild. The inspection tells us where you land, and you get a firm written price before any work starts.
A gas tune up is a shorter visit than a wood fireplace sweep with a Level 2 camera inspection. Prefab units and inserts add access steps.
A clean flue and sound firebox means inspection only. Glazed creosote, cracked panels or a failed damper add parts and time.
Repointing a few firebox joints is minor. Rebuilding a firebox or restoring a stone facade is a multi day project priced on a written scope.
Shut the unit down, get everyone out if you smell gas, and call the emergency line. It is answered 24/7 and active hazards go to the front of the route.
Related services
Service areas
Wood burners on the Geauga snowbelt, gas inserts in Westlake, prefab units in Mentor and Concord. Search your city.
FAQ
Once a year for both gas and wood, per NFPA 211, ideally in late summer before the season. Wood burners that run daily may need a mid season sweep as well.
Yes. Gas units collect dust on the burner, gaskets dry out, vents get blocked by nests and thermopiles weaken. The annual visit catches carbon monoxide risks and keeps the unit lighting on the first try in January.
Almost always. Common causes are a failed thermocouple or thermopile, a dirty pilot, a stuck valve or a dead remote receiver. Our NFI certified technicians carry the parts for most brands.
In practice they overlap. Fireplace work focuses on the firebox, damper, smoke chamber and the appliance itself. A chimney inspection covers the flue and the exterior structure. Our Level 2 inspection covers all of it on camera.
Yes. We evaluate the flue and firebox, size a log set or insert, coordinate the gas connection with a licensed plumber where required and vent it correctly. We handle the whole conversion and make sure it complies with local codes and regulations. A Level 2 inspection comes first.
Common warning signs are cracked or deteriorating mortar, damaged bricks, water leaks, a damaged flue or damper, smoke entering the home and unusual odors. A professional fireplace and chimney inspection identifies the problem before it becomes serious or a safety concern.
Not the way we do it. The opening is sealed, a HEPA vacuum runs the whole time, and drop cloths cover the hearth and floor. Most customers cannot tell we were there except for the clean firebox.
Schedule service
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.
Chimney, fireplace, masonry, air ducts, dryer vents, carpet and upholstery. One trusted team.
