Air Duct, Dryer Vent & Chimney Cleaning in Nipissing

Cottage and recreational property specialists serving the Almaguin Highlands since 1981. Commercial-grade equipment for seasonal properties, year-round homes, and everything in between. WETT certified.

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Family-owned since 1981

Commercial-grade extraction system triple filtered with 99.9% dust/debris extraction

David Mason is a WETT-certified inspector in the North Bay region.

+ WSIB registered — Your property is fully protected

Your home stays cleaner than we found it

Introduction

Nipissing Township spans the south shore of Lake Nipissing and stretches through the Almaguin Highlands, encompassing everything from waterfront cottages to rural homesteads. The township’s mix of seasonal recreational properties and year-round homes creates distinct maintenance needs that differ from urban North Bay.

Our trucks travel Highway 534 and Highway 654 to reach Nipissing Village, Commanda, and the surrounding communities. Whether you’re a cottage owner preparing for the season, a year-round resident maintaining your home, or somewhere in between, we bring the same commercial-grade equipment to every property.

Chimney service has been central to our business since we started in 1981—essential for the wood-burning systems that heat so many Nipissing Township properties. Combined with duct cleaning and dryer vent service, we provide complete indoor air and fire safety maintenance for this unique community.

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Air Duct Cleaning in Nipissing

Nipissing Township's housing stock ranges from seasonal cottages to converted year-round homes to purpose-built residences. Each property type presents different duct cleaning considerations, but they share one challenge: the effects of Northern Ontario's climate on indoor air quality.

Seasonal Property Challenges:

Cottages and camps that sit closed for months accumulate dust and debris differently than occupied homes. When heating systems restart after extended dormancy, they circulate whatever settled during the off-season—dust, pollen, mouse dander, insect debris, and stale air. Opening weekend shouldn't mean breathing last year's accumulation.

Year-Round Conversion Considerations:

Many Nipissing properties originally built as three-season cottages have been upgraded for year-round living. These conversions often include added or upgraded HVAC systems—ductwork that may have been installed into existing structures with the routing compromises that entails. Our equipment handles these non-standard configurations.

Our 5,000 CFM Advantage:

We use a commercial extraction system that pulls 5,000 cubic feet of air per minute through your ductwork. Triple-stage filtration captures 99.9% of dust, pollen, dander, and debris. This power level is particularly important for properties that have sat dormant—we extract rather than redistribute whatever accumulated during closure.

What to Expect:

Complete assessment of your duct system configurationSealing of all registers to maintain system-wide suctionMechanical agitation combined with continuous extractionMain trunk line and branch cleaningOptional organic sanitization treatmentFinal airflow verification at each register

Ideal For:

Spring opening — clear winter's accumulation before occupancyFall closing — remove the season's debris before shutdownAfter conversion to year-round use — clear construction debrisFollowing extended vacancy — remove dormancy accumulation

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Dryer Vent Cleaning in Nipissing

Dryer fires don't distinguish between cottages and year-round homes. Whether your Nipissing property has a dryer used weekly or monthly, lint accumulates with every load—and properties that sit between uses give that lint time to compact and harden in the vent.

The Seasonal Use Factor:

Cottages and recreational properties often see intensive dryer use during visits—multiple loads compressed into weekends or vacation weeks—followed by periods of dormancy. This pattern creates lint buildup during active periods, then allows that lint to sit and compact. Humid conditions or temperature swings during vacancy can cause lint to absorb moisture and bind together.

Retrofit Installation Realities:

Many Nipissing cottages had laundry facilities added after original construction. These installations route dryer vents wherever the building allows—through interior walls, up through attics, or across ceiling spaces before reaching exterior walls. Longer runs with more bends mean more places for lint to accumulate.

Our Dryer Vent Process:

Using a 250 PSI air compressor system with specialized air whips, we clear the entire vent run from your dryer to the exterior exhaust. This equipment breaks up compacted lint—including the moisture-bound accumulations common in properties that experience dormant periods between uses.

Warning Signs You Need Service:

Clothes require multiple cycles to dryDryer exterior feels hot during operationExterior vent flap doesn't open when dryer runsBurning smell when dryer is operatingVisible lint accumulation around the dryer

We Clear:

Wall-routed ventsRoof-routed ventsExtended runs through unheated spacesMultiple-bend configurationsNon-compliant installations (with recommendations)

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Chimney Cleaning & Inspections in Nipissing

Wood heat has warmed Nipissing Township homes and cottages for generations. Many properties rely on wood stoves as primary heat, while others maintain them as backup or ambiance. Regardless of how you use your wood-burning system, it requires regular professional maintenance.

Understanding Creosote in Recreational Properties:

Cottage wood stoves often see intensive use during visits—fires morning and evening through weekend stays—then sit dormant between trips. This pattern creates specific creosote concerns. Fires burned intermittently or at lower temperatures produce more creosote than steady, hot burns. Add dormant periods where humidity can affect flue conditions, and you have a system that needs professional attention.

Year-Round Heating Demands:

For Nipissing properties using wood as primary heat, the Northern Ontario heating season runs eight months or longer. That's eight months of creosote accumulation, thermal stress on flue components, and continuous demand on your chimney system. Annual professional service isn't optional—it's essential for safe operation.

Recommended Frequency:

For cottages: Schedule before your fall closing visit or as part of spring opening. For year-round properties: Late summer or early fall, before the heating season begins. This timing ensures you start winter with a clean, inspected system.

Our Chimney Services Include:

Complete creosote removal from firebox to capFlue liner inspection for cracks or deteriorationSmoke shelf cleaningClearance verification to combustiblesWritten condition reportCap and crown inspectionDamper operation verification

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WETT Inspections in Nipissing

Wood-burning appliances are common throughout Nipissing Township—a practical choice for this climate and lifestyle. But whether you're buying, selling, insuring, or simply verifying your installation's safety, you may need a WETT inspection.

What is WETT?

Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT) is the Canadian certification program for wood-burning system safety. A WETT inspection examines your complete wood-burning installation—appliance, chimney, clearances, and connections—against current safety standards.

David Mason's Credentials:

David Mason holds both WETT Inspector and WETT Installer certifications. This dual credential means we can identify issues during inspection AND understand the installation requirements to correct them properly.

For Cottage Owners

Many insurance policies require WETT certification for wood-burning coverage on recreational properties. If you're unsure whether your cottage's wood stove meets requirements, a WETT inspection provides the documentation to confirm compliance or identifies what needs attention.

When You Need a WETT Inspection:

Insurance company requires documentationBuying or selling a property with wood heatInstalling a new wood stove or insertAppliance was installed without certificationPeace of mind after purchasing a property

What Makes Us Different

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Fully Insured

Full liability coverage + WSIB registered. Your property is protected. Our team is covered. No risk to you.

Upfront Pricing

Please call for your free written estimate. No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch, no surprise upsells. The price we quote is the price you pay.

Commercial-Grade Equipment

Our 5,000 CFM commercial- grade vacuum system is 25-50x more powerful than normal handyman equipment. We extract up to 99.9% of dust & debris—we don't just move it around.

45+ Years of Experience

Family-owned and operating in North Bay since 1981. We've cleaned thousands of homes and businesses throughout Northern Ontario.

WETT Certified

David Mason is a WETT-certified inspector in the North Bay region. If you need certification for insurance or real estate, we're the team to call.

Zero Mess Guarantee

We seal every register and use sealed access points. All debris captured in our commercial-grade vacuum system capturing up to 99.9% of dust and debris. Your home is cleaner when we leave than when we arrived.

Nipissing AREAS WE SERVE

Our trucks travel Highway 534 and Highway 654 throughout Nipissing Township. From Nipissing Village to Commanda, from lakefront cottages to inland properties, we bring commercial-grade equipment to every job.

Nipissing Village — Township administrative center, mix of residential propertiesCommanda — Highway 522 corridor, cottage and rural propertiesHighway 534 Corridor — Connecting Powassan to Restoule Provincial ParkHighway 654 Corridor — Connecting Callander through the townshipLake Nipissing South Shore — Waterfront cottages and year-round homesInterior Lakes — Seasonal camps and recreational properties throughout

Nearby Communities:

We also serve neighboring areas including Callander (via Highway 654), Powassan (via Highway 534), and North Bay (our headquarters). Our service radius covers the entire Almaguin Highlands region and beyond.

FAQ's — Nipissing

Q: My cottage sits empty for months. How does that affect duct cleaning needs?
A: Properties that sit dormant accumulate dust, pollen, and debris that settles throughout the duct system. When you restart the heating or cooling system, it circulates everything that accumulated during vacancy. Cleaning before your first use of the season ensures you’re breathing fresh air from day one.
Q: We only use our cottage wood stove on weekends. Does it still need annual service?
A: Yes. Intermittent use can actually produce more creosote than steady burning, as fires that are started, burned briefly, then left to die create different combustion conditions. Annual inspection and cleaning ensures safe operation regardless of your use pattern.
Q: Can you coordinate service with my cottage visits?
A: Absolutely. Many of our Nipissing clients schedule around their planned visits. Whether you want service completed before you arrive for opening weekend or during a scheduled trip, we’ll work with your calendar.
Q: Our cottage was converted to year-round. Should we change our maintenance schedule?
A: Year-round occupancy means your HVAC system runs continuously rather than seasonally, and your wood stove (if used for primary heat) burns throughout the winter. This increases maintenance needs compared to seasonal use. We recommend annual duct cleaning and chimney service for year-round properties.
Q: Will duct cleaning make a mess in my cottage?
A: No. We seal every register to maintain system-wide suction, and all debris is captured in our triple-filtered extraction system (99.9% capture rate). Your property stays cleaner than we found it—that’s our guarantee.
Q: Do I need a WETT inspection for my cottage's wood stove?
A: If you have insurance coverage for wood heat, your provider may require WETT documentation. It’s also required for most real estate transactions involving wood-burning appliances. If you’re unsure, check with your insurance company or contact us—we can explain what the inspection involves and whether it applies to your situation.

Ready to Schedule Service in Nipissing

Whether you're preparing your cottage for the season, maintaining your year-round home, or verifying your wood stove installation—we understand the specific needs of Nipissing Township properties.

When You Call, You Get:

Upfront pricing—no surprises45+ years of experience5,000 CFM commercial vacuum powerZero mess guaranteeFully Insured + WSIB RegisteredThe region's only WETT-certified chimney sweep team

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About The Owner

David Mason, WETT-Certified Inspector & Installer, Serving Northern Ontario Since 1981

At Mason Cleaning Systems Inc., we’re not a franchise or a call center—we’re a family-owned Northern Ontario company built on one purpose: protecting homes and buildings from fire hazards and poor indoor air quality. I’m David Mason, and I founded this company in 1981. For more than 45 years, I’ve worked in attics, crawl spaces, boiler rooms, and rooftops across the Near North. I hold both WETT Inspector and WETT Installer certifications—the credentials your insurance company recognizes for wood-burning appliances. Many companies can sweep a chimney. Very few can legally certify it.

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