How Much Does Chimney Cleaning Cost?
Chimney sweeping usually costs between $120 and $170. This price usually includes a basic chimney inspection and cleaning. However, prices may vary based on a number of different factors, including your geographic location, the size and height of the chimney, and the scope of work. For example, making repairs or replacing the chimney liner will cost extra. This average cost is based on information compiled by the ProMatcher Research Team, as well as information collected from chimney sweeping services around the country.
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Chimney Sweeping Cost Checklist
When evaluating a cost estimate from a chimney sweep:
- Are they licensed, bonded and insured?
- Do they offer a free inspection?
- Will they waive the cost of the inspection if you hire them to perform the cleaning?
- How to they perform the inspection? Visual? Camera?
- Do they provide the results of their inspection in writing?
- Will they perform minor on-the-spot repairs?
- Will they give you a written estimate for major repairs?
- Are they going to clean from the top down or the bottom up?
- What measures will they take to prevent ashes and debris from entering your home?
- Are they familiar with local codes?
- Do they provide masonry repair services?
- Are the masons on staff or do they subcontract their services?
- Do they offer any type of guaranty for parts or service after repairs?
- Do they know you have a wood stove or fireplace insert?
- Will you be billed for the work, or do you have to pay upon completion of the job?
- Does the contractor accept credit cards?
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Learn about the factors that affect the cost of hiring a chimney sweep to clean your chimney.
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