Tar-like residue from incomplete wood combustion. Highly flammable.
Condensed wood smoke turned residue, ranging from black dust to a glassy tar, deposited inside the chimney flue wherever smoke meets cool walls. Stage 1 is dust, Stage 2 is crunchy, and Stage 3 is hard glaze, the form responsible for most chimney fires. Annual sweeping clears Stages 1–2, while Stage 3 takes restoration to remove.
We work on creosote every week across DFW. CSIA-certified, written quotes, financing available.
Free written quote. Same-week scheduling. 24/7 emergency response when you need it.
Active leak, animal in flue, post-fire damage, or smoke event? Real humans on the line 7 AM to 12 AM every day — replies in under 2 minutes. Tech dispatch within 2 hours during business hours, subject to crew availability after-hours.
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