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Air Duct, Dryer Vent & Chimney Cleaning in Powassan

Large property specialists serving the Almaguin Highlands since 1981. From century farmhouses to modern rural homes, we bring commercial-grade equipment designed for comprehensive duct systems. WETT certified. One-trip service guaranteed.

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
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Introduction

The Municipality of Powassan represents a community in transition. What began as sawmill settlements in the 1880s evolved through generations of agriculture, and today those farm properties are increasingly becoming rural residential homes. Century farmhouses are being updated for modern living. Outbuildings are being converted. Large properties that once supported working farms now shelter families who chose country living.

This agricultural transition creates specific maintenance needs. Farmhouses were built with generous proportions—high ceilings, large rooms, extensive ductwork. HVAC systems installed into these structures must work harder to condition larger volumes of air. Properties that changed hands or changed use may have deferred maintenance from previous owners.

Our trucks travel Highway 11 through Powassan and Trout Creek regularly. Chimney service has been central to our business since 1981—essential for the wood-burning systems that heat so many properties in this region. Combined with duct cleaning and dryer vent service, we provide complete fire safety and air quality maintenance for Powassan’s evolving housing stock.

Air Duct Cleaning in Powassan

Powassan's housing stock tells the story of this community's evolution. Century farmhouses with original bones and modern mechanical systems. Properties that spent decades as working farms, now updated for residential life. Large homes with duct systems designed to condition spaces that smaller equipment simply can't handle.
The Large Property Challenge:
Farmhouses weren't built small. Properties in the Powassan area commonly have 15, 18, even 20+ floor registers. Main trunk lines span the full length of substantial basements. Branch runs reach distant rooms through routes that made sense for the original construction. This isn't suburban ductwork—it's comprehensive infrastructure that requires commercial-grade equipment to service properly.
Agricultural Transition Considerations:
When a property transitions from agricultural to residential use—or from one owner to another after years as a working farm—the ductwork often tells the history. Systems that ran while barns operated. Decades of accumulated dust from properties that prioritized farm work over household maintenance. Ductwork that may not have been cleaned since installation. Our equipment handles whatever we find.
Our 5,000 CFM Advantage:
Large properties require powerful equipment. Our commercial extraction system pulls 5,000 cubic feet of air per minute—enough suction to create negative pressure throughout even extensive duct networks. Triple-stage filtration captures 99.9% of everything we extract. For Powassan's oversized systems, this power level isn't overkill—it's necessary.
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

Dryer Vent Cleaning in Powassan

In rural Powassan, you're not five minutes from a fire station. Emergency response times are measured differently than in urban areas. That reality makes fire prevention—not just fire response—essential for every property owner.
The Rural Fire Safety Reality:
Dryer fires don't announce themselves. Lint accumulates with every load—even when you clean the trap religiously. In the vent line between your dryer and the exterior exhaust, that lint builds up invisibly. Rural properties often have longer vent runs due to building layouts, and those longer runs mean more places for lint to accumulate and more distance for heat to build.
Farmhouse Laundry Configurations:
Laundry facilities in older farmhouses weren't always planned with modern dryer venting in mind. Mudrooms, back additions, basement corners—wherever the washer and dryer fit. These locations often mean dryer vents that route through unheated spaces, up through multiple floors, or across substantial distances to reach exterior walls. Complex routing equals increased fire risk.
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 handles the compacted lint that accumulates in longer runs and the buildup that occurs in vents routed through unheated spaces where temperature fluctuations cause lint to bind together.
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)

Chimney Cleaning & Inspections in Powassan

Wood heat has warmed Powassan homes for over a century. From the original settlers who built these farmhouses to today's residents who appreciate both the practicality and ambiance of wood burning, this community understands the value of a working fireplace or wood stove. That heritage requires ongoing maintenance.
Century Home Chimney Realities:
Farmhouses built in the 1880s-1920s were designed around wood heat. These chimneys have been working for generations—which means generations of use, generations of thermal stress, and potentially decades between professional inspections. Masonry deteriorates. Tile liners crack. Mortar joints erode. Properties that changed hands multiple times may have chimneys that haven't been properly assessed in years.
The Creosote Factor:
Every fire produces creosote. This tar-like substance accumulates on flue walls and becomes increasingly flammable as it builds up. Just 1/8 inch of creosote creates a significant fire hazard. For properties using wood as primary or even supplemental heat through Northern Ontario's long winters, annual cleaning isn't optional—it's essential fire prevention.
For Properties with Multiple Chimneys
Many Powassan farmhouses have more than one chimney—a main fireplace plus a kitchen wood stove flue, or multiple fireplaces serving different areas of a large home. We service all chimneys on your property and can coordinate to make the most efficient use of your time.
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

WETT Inspections in Powassan

Wood-burning appliances are a practical choice for Powassan properties—both for the cost savings of heating with wood and for backup heat security during power outages. But whether you're buying, selling, insuring, or simply verifying your installation's safety, you may need professional WETT certification.
What is WETT?
Wood Energy Technology Transfer (WETT) is the Canadian certification program for wood-burning system safety. A WETT inspection examines your complete installation—appliance, chimney, clearances, and connections—against current safety standards. The resulting documentation is recognized by insurance companies throughout Ontario.
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 needed to correct them. We've been working with wood-burning systems since 1981—long before WETT certification existed.
For Property Transitions
When a farm property becomes a residential home, or when a property changes hands after years under one owner, insurance requirements often change. A WETT inspection provides documentation that your wood-burning installation meets current safety standards—protecting both your coverage and your family.
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.

Powassan AREAS WE SERVE

Our trucks travel Highway 11 through the Municipality of Powassan regularly. From downtown Powassan to Trout Creek, from South Himsworth to the Chisholm area, we bring commercial-grade equipment to every job.
Downtown Powassan / Main Street — The town center, mix of residential and commercial propertiesTrout Creek — Southern community within the municipality, Highway 11 corridorSouth Himsworth — Township area with rural residential propertiesHighway 11 Corridor — Properties along the main north-south routeChisholm Area — Rural properties east of the town centerTrout Creek Road — Connecting route between communities
Nearby Communities:
We also serve neighboring areas including Nipissing Township (via Highway 534), Callander, and North Bay (our headquarters). Our service radius covers the entire Almaguin Highlands region and the Highway 11 corridor from Muskoka to North Bay.

FAQ's — Powassan

Ready to Schedule Service in Powassan

Whether you're maintaining a century farmhouse, preparing a property you just purchased, or ensuring fire safety for your rural home—we understand the specific needs of Powassan 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

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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