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Last update on October 28, 2026

Top-Rated Fireplace cleaning pros in River Forest - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for SOOT YOURSELF CHIMNEY SERVICES, INC.
SOOT YOURSELF CHIMNEY SERVICES, INC.
4.9(
106
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Very impressed with this family-owned business. They saved me almost $1000 in unnecessary work by another company and recommended another quality business to help with with gas conversion to my fireplace. Honest, kind, hardworking and experts in their field!"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Avatar for Superior Chimney Services Corporation
Superior Chimney Services Corporation
4.7(
1,970
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional, reliable with a strong emphasis on fireplace safety."
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Chimney Fire

+41

Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Superior Chimney Services, Corp.
4.5(
1,082
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely thorough and professional. Helped us inspect and repair a couple of fireplaces."
Structural compromise
No More Lost Heat!
Prevent Water Damage
Get More Heat!
It May Be This Simple!

+25

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Avatar for A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
A-1 Safety Chimney Service, Inc.
4.5(
1,228
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Anthony and Brandon were excellent, extremely professional and knowledgeable! Anthony and Brandon repaired our chimney and installed a new damper and cap and beautiful new logs in under 2 hours! Both men were very friendly and answered all our questions. We couldn't be more excited about our new fireplace and cannot wait to show it off! We highly recommend A-1 Safety Chimney Service and Anthony and Brandon, they exceeded our expectations and we couldn't be happier!! Thank you Anthony and Brandon and A-1 Safety!!!"
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+17

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Avatar for Chimney USA Inc.
Chimney USA Inc.
4.4(
218
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and InspectChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, punctual, great service.  My only disappointment is that they didn't highlight the angieslist coupon when they knew I found them on the site.  Could probably eat out of my fireplace now."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Defender Chimney & Fireplace Services, LLC
Defender Chimney & Fireplace Services, LLC
5.0(
45
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very thorough and able to explain the condition of the fireplace in a professional manner."
Gas log set install
Gas log set install.
Gas log set install
Gas log set install
Gas log set install

+136

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Chimney Restoration Map, Inc.
4.8(
31
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very empressed with the technician and how would not give up and got my fireplace working again"
Outdoor fireplace
Chimney Rebuild
Chimney Rebuild
Chimney Rebuild
Chimney Tuck Point

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Franco's Fireplaces
4.4(
141
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Franco was awesome! Clean, punctual, friendly and made the fireplace and chimney look like new, would recommend to anybody."
Crowncoat refinish
Crown cracked
Brick face restoration
Brick face restoration
Chimney lid restoration

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
87 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Fire It Up Chimney Services
Fire It Up Chimney Services
4.4(
88
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Clean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimneyChimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rob and his crew did a great job.. outside tuck pointing, crack repair, new damper, holes filled. Inside new mortar, smoke chamber fire proofed, new ceramic logs, silica, gas line. Showed us how to operate the new damper and light the fireplace. Perfect job."
Response time1 day
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Avatar for FPG Chimney & Masonry
FPG Chimney & Masonry
5.0(
42
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Chimney or Fireplace - Clean and Inspect - For BusinessClean and Inspect a wood fireplace chimney

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fernando was great. Worth the $$ to have a fireplace that is safe and working properly. Took extra care of the surrounding area and worked with me on timing since the appointment was during the work day."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fireplace Cleaners FAQs, answered by experts

The best color to paint a brick fireplace comes down to personal taste. However, neutral colors—like white or gray—will open the space and create a bright modern look, making them popular options. However, choosing a bold color can turn your fireplace into a feature piece that will be the talk of all family gatherings. 

When it comes to painting your bricks, you’ve got a few options. Traditionally, lime wash (a mix of aged, burned, and crushed lime and water) was used to whitewash brick or stone. You can also find premixed brick whitewash paint that cuts out a few steps and lets you get started faster. However, for the best results, we recommend using a DIY whitewash (white acrylic paint mixed with water).

The most inexpensive option is to paint the brick facing of your existing fireplace. You can create an interesting design with the right color of paint, as long as the brick is in good shape. Sometimes, simply cleaning the brick fireplace makes a big difference in the way it looks. Otherwise, covering an existing stone, brick, or masonry fireplace facing with stucco or concrete is an inexpensive option versus tearing out the existing material and refacing the fireplace.

With a little ingenuity, an old fireplace insert can be transformed into a decorative centerpiece that infuses new life into any room. Consider placing LED lights or candles inside to create a captivating display that simulates the warm glow of a fire. Another option is to repurpose the insert as a charming bookshelf by adding rustic shelves within the firebox. For plant lovers, converting the fireplace insert into an indoor garden is a perfect way to bring nature indoors. You can also transform it into a stylish wine rack.

A hearth often looks like a tile or brick floor that juts out from and surrounds your fireplace. A hearth can be made of stone, brick, ceramic, or any other fireproof material. Brick offers a classic and traditional vibe, whereas a hearth made of marble or ceramic may lean more toward modern aesthetics. The most common depth of a hearth is 20 inches.

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