'Whoever designed this is a genius' – this DIY chimney sweep kit is 'highly recommended' by happy shoppers who are saving $100s on pro call-outs

It has everything you need to get the job done safely yourself

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With fall officially here, and winter well on its way, your attention is likely turning to staying warm. And, how better to do so than with a cozy, old-fashioned fire?

After the warmer months, however, most of our chimneys could do with a little TLC, which is why we recommend the affordable, and currently discounted, Sealegend Chimney Sweep Kit available at Amazon to help you DIY this job.

This handy chimney sweep kit is reduced by over $15

All prices were correct at the time of publication.

When it comes to cleaning a fireplace, the task can be tricky, laborious, and messy. But, with the Sealegend Chimney Sweep Kit available at Amazon, these worries and woes are a thing of the past.

Containing absolutely everything you need to get the job done, and get it done well, this kit includes nylon rods, a flexible chimney brush, replacement brush bristles, a collection bag for soot and ash, a heavy-duty plastic sheet to protect furniture and flooring, gripper gloves, a cleaning brush, two cleaning sponges, and even some handy dust-proof goggles, to keep you safe while cleaning your chimney.

What sets this apart, however, is that it also contains a drill adapter – meaning this kit can be attached to an electric drill to make the chimney brush rotate at speed while moving up and down the chimney. This makes clearing out your chimney quicker and even easier, with no ladder required.

What's more, the nylon bristles are strong and durable, with a special pointed rectangular shape for efficient cleaning, which won't scratch the inner surface of the flue. The rod head is stainless steel and corrosion-resistant, meaning it won't break, either.

It also features a chrome-plated button design that ensures the brush won't loosen or break during rotation, and is easy to install and remove. It can be used to clean out a dryer vent, too.

As one satisfied shopper, who left a five-star review, writes, 'Whoever designed this is a genius,' while others 'highly recommend' it, and dub it a 'great way to save money,' don't delay making this purchase to prepare your home for fall and reduce your fire risk. It's currently estimated that there are 25,000 chimney fires a year in the US.

One happy shopper adds, 'Buy it, I'm never paying someone $250 to clean my wood stove chimney pipe again!'

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If you're not sure how often you should clean your chimney, our expert guide contains everything you need to know about wood-burning fireplaces and stoves, gas fireplaces, oil and coal furnaces, and pellet stoves.

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Ottilie joined Homes & Gardens last year, after finishing a Master's in Magazine Journalism at City, University of London. With previous contributions in Livingetc and Motorsport Magazine, she produces content for the Solved section on the website, focusing on clever tips and tricks to keep your home beautiful, organized and clean. She also has a Master's degree in English Literature and History of Art from the University of Edinburgh, where she developed a love for inspiring interiors and architecture.

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