ABOUT US

Dunn’s Chimney Sweep and Dryer Vent Cleaning Service was started by Mr. Melvin Dunn in 1985. Mr. Dunn is a professional firefighter and has over 21 years of experience in the field of fire prevention, fire safety and emergency medical technician training. Mr. Dunn became a professional firefighter and then realized that most of the fires that he encountered in homes could have been prevented.  As a professional firefighter, Mr. Dunn became aware of how little the average consumer knew about the dangers surrounding the unsafe use or maintenance of the heating/ventilation system.

The company was formed as a part-time venture in which Mr. Dunn enjoyed doing. As he became more interested in the safety issues involved with his full time job as a firefighter, he decided to become a chimney sweep. He was determined to use his proficiency in fire safety to inform homeowners of the safety issues involved with the use of fireplaces and heating and ventilation systems in their residences. The services provided come with the assurance that a professional firefighter and chimney sweep has taken the “Code of Ethics” to the highest level in both industries.

A thorough inspection is given each time the chimney is cleaned and a written report is given to the customer to inform them of safety issues. Chimney safety as well as dryer vent safety information is provided for each and every customer.  Servicing the entire Northern Virginia area on a part-time basis was just his way of giving back to the community as much as he could.