How much does a chimney cleaning cost?

• <div><p>A chimney sweep costs <b>$130 to $380</b>, with an average price of about <b>$255</b>. It’s important to schedule a chimney cleaning—and inspection—annually, preferably before you start using your fireplace. A chimney sweep will clean the entire flue, scraping off creosote, dirt, and other debris. </p></div>

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Q: What is the difference between wood, gas, and electric fireplace inserts?

• <div><p>Wood fireplace inserts produce more heat without replacing the whole system. A fireplace installer can verify that you have a connector and chimney system to fit the wood-burning insert.</p><p>Gas fireplace inserts require less maintenance and are an efficient way to produce warmth. Some can also produce heat in the event of a power outage.</p><p>Electric fireplace inserts don't have a real open flame, so they produce flames that mimic a real fire surrounded by artificial logs with LED light. Many electric fireplace inserts produce heat from glowing elements while only using electricity.</p></div>

Q: Does a hearth have to be a certain size?

• <div><p>The short answer is yes, as hearths need to extend a certain distance out from the fire. This is usually around at least a foot in front but is often more, closer to two feet even. There is another distance to consider, which is the distance beyond the opening of the fireplace. Each municipality will have different code requirements. </p></div>

Q: How serious are cracks in the chimney?

• <div><p>Cracks in the chimney can be very serious, depending on their location and size. Even small cracks can become serious over time if left unrepaired. Cracks allow heat and moisture to deteriorate your chimney and harmful carbon monoxide gas to seep into your home. Small cracks can often be caulked, while large cracked sections may require full replacement.</p></div>

Q: What elements influence the pricing of installing a non-gas brick or stone fireplace?

• <div><p>Costs depend on material type, labor, chimney requirements, and structural reinforcements.</p></div>

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Last update on October 24, 2025

Reviewed in September 2023
Very professional and thorough in cleaning the fireplace
Chimney Sweep Systems, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2023
Bruce completed several small projects around our house. He removed old light fixtures and then installed new ones in 2 bathrooms. Had to recenter and add a new electrical box before putting up one set of lights. Also patched dry wall and then painted walls before hanging mirrors that we had...
Bruce Merlino
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Reviewed in June 2015
They cleaned wood burning fireplace chimney and inspected oil-burner chimney. Diagnosed that the oil burner fireplace need to have insert.
Estates Chimney & Fireplace
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Reviewed in March 2015
The staff that came and removed our exisitng fireplaces were on time and punctual. The entire crew were courteous and paid great attention to detail. Ordering our new fireplace did not go as smoothly, after two trips to the shop to pick out the new model we decided on what we wanted. The unit...
Advanced Chimney Techniques Inc
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Reviewed in December 2014
The kitchen floor took 3 days to be completed, one day to remove the old floor, one day to do nothing and the 3rd day to install the vinyl. The workers wanted us to live with our stove and fridge in the living room, facing our fireplace. How does one live 3 days like that? We're to cook in a...
Waynesboro Floor Covering / Flooring America
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Reviewed in April 2013
We converted an existing fireplace to natural gas. We had talked to L.T Rush and nearly committed to them BUT there were some questions in our minds about them. We found Mace Energy Supply through an ad. They are some 25 miles from our residence but we ascertained that they would service our...
Mace Energy Supply Inc
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Reviewed in September 2012
We had a terrific experience with these guys. From the very start they were polite, professional, and you could tell they were experienced. Their quote was about half of what other tree services were and they told us it was because they were not certified or something...but they did an amazing...
E-Z Does It Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2010
.I felt that the finishing work was very poor. No trim around my fireplace after flooring was installed and no trim around new steps that were installed. For the price, I was disappointed
William Penn Renovation Company
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American Contractor Near Me!

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American Contractor Near Me!

2601 University Boulevard West

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Customers say: Quality work

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American Contractor Near Me specializes in expert home remodeling and renovation. We deliver high-quality kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing, and home additions. We prioritize customer satisfaction and budget-friendly solutions. Our Services: Kitchen Remodeling Bathroom Renovations Basement Finishing Home Additions Deck Construction Custom Patios Why Choose Us? Experienced remodeling contractors Quality workmanship Customer satisfaction guaranteed Free consultations Contact us for your dream home renovation today! 800-876-8393

"No show! Poor communication! I found them on Angi and request a quote for a small project. They contacted me and scheduled a site visit for Friday morning, they confirmed the appointment with two separate text messages. I took off work on Friday and they never showed up, they never called, they never texted. After the appointment window, they never answered their phones even during normal business hours."

Paul Y on September 2025

"No show! Poor communication! I found them on Angi and request a quote for a small project. They contacted me and scheduled a site visit for Friday morning, they confirmed the appointment with two separate text messages. I took off work on Friday and they never showed up, they never called, they never texted. After the appointment window, they never answered their phones even during normal business hours."

Paul Y on September 2025

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Santibanez

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Santibanez construction is your premier contractor for fixing chimneys, patio stairs, fire box, and everything that has to do with bricks and blocks. We have the experience and proven expertise to handle all of your masonry and chimney repairs. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The guys were fantastic. Responsive, timely, and did great work. I'll definitely hire them again if we have any other mortar/brick needs."

Dan W on November 2021

"The guys were fantastic. Responsive, timely, and did great work. I'll definitely hire them again if we have any other mortar/brick needs."

Dan W on November 2021

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