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Q: What costs are generally associated with cleaning fireplaces and chimneys?

• <div><p>Labor and regional factors contribute to cost variation, but typical rates for thorough cleaning range from $100 to $250, depending on the chimney type.</p></div>

Q: Does an outdoor fireplace need fire bricks?

• <div><p>Yes, an outdoor fireplace should use fire bricks. Fire bricks are specially designed to withstand high levels of heat and thus won&rsquo;t crack as easily as regular bricks when exposed to the intense heat inside a fireplace. </p></div>

Q: How much does chimney cleaning or sweeping cost?

• <div><p>Professional chimney cleaning, also known as chimney sweeping, typically costs between $130 and $400, with a national average of about $260. The final price depends on several factors, including the size and accessibility of your chimney, the number of chimneys being cleaned, and the type of chimney you have. A standard cleaning involves a chimney sweep scraping creosote, dirt, and other debris from the entire flue. Many professionals also include an inspection with this service, but the cost of any necessary repairs is typically extra. Additional services, such as installing a fireplace damper, will also increase the total cost. It is recommended to schedule a cleaning and inspection annually, preferably before you begin using your fireplace for the season, and to get price quotes from at least three companies to find the best deal.</p></div>

Q: What are the three types of stoves?

• <div><p>Gas, electric, and inductive. Technically speaking, inductive stoves also fall under the electric stove category. However, they use electromagnetic energy to turn the cookware itself into a heat source instead of heating the burner to heat the cookware. As a result, they ensure precise temperature control, which is often the biggest complaint from people switching from gas to electric.</p></div>

Q: How long do you burn a creosote log by itself?

• <div><p>In general, it will take about 90 minutes to burn the creosote sweeping log by itself, allowing it to work its magic. This may be longer or shorter depending on the conditions of your chimney.</p></div>

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Last update on June 05, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
Brandy did the best job ever for a three story house all by herself.
Callaghans Cleaning Company
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Reviewed in June 2026
Hired surtr to repair my deck. They came and got to work immediately. Very clean work site on time throughout the duration left no tools or debris behind and the project came out beautiful. Would highly recommend.
Surtr Construction
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Reviewed in March 2026
We hired NY Sash to replace 10 windows in our house. We chose NYSash based on the fantastic bathroom remodel they did several months ago. The process of measuring and ordering was easy. All windows are made to order. When it came time for installation, the lead, Chris, and his team did an...
New York Sash
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Reviewed in June 2025
I hired Mara home improvement to rebuild a deck, and also to remodel my kitchen. I would recommend them, for someone looking for top notch work.
MARA Home Improvement
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Reviewed in January 2018
Mr. Baker spread tarps to protect the rug and area surrounding the mouth of the fireplace. He cleaned the chimney of all of the maple limbs and leaves a squirrel was stuffing in it. He then capped the chimney to avoid having the same problem all over again. The problem has ceased, thanks to Mr....
Safety First Chimney Sweeps
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Reviewed in February 2014
<p>We shopped all of the gas fireplace insert providers within a 50 mile radius of our home in Lee, NY before settling on Hearth and Home USA in Marcy/Utica NY. We chose Hearth & Homes USA because the owner, Patrick Hemming, was very personable, offered us many options and spent extra time...
Hearth & Homes USA
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Reviewed in August 2013
Initial consult with Stan was for a Mantel for the front of the gas insert fireplace and to mount TV over fireplace. Showed him a picture of what I liked in a Mantel book...and got an EXACT replica. At the time of initial consult, I asked if he had any suggestions for the other side of the...
SK Custom Woodworks LLC
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Reviewed in December 2012
Mark focused on the fireplace area first, as it was the focal point of the room. This is framed beautifully in the hickory. <br /> From there the pre-finished floor was installed. <br />
Traditional Hardwoods
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Reviewed in March 2012
John Eaton (JNE Construction) and his crew were fantastic. They showed up on time every day and worked a full day. Even though it was a messy job tearing out most of the corner seams of sheet rock installed not 10 yrs ago by a previous contractor, re-taping, and sanding, they cleaned up after...
Jne Construction
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Reviewed in August 2010
Jeff came after 8pm and replaced the pipe. He was very reasonably priced and he does all home improvements. I have an older home and many home improvement projects, he is exactly what I was looking for. He is going to come back next week and install a garbage disposal and also install a gas...
J Tech
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Shamrock Maintenance Corp.

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came out cleaned the chimney, took pictures showed me and they charged me a good price."

+60

Response time1 day

Response rate92%

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Extremely knowledgeable, took his time to explain everything and our options. Highly recommend."

+11

Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Thomas White's Protective Coatings

4.6(

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Tom did an excellent job in both of our chimneys."

Response time2 days

24 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Lyne Appliance

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Welcome to Lyne Appliance! We are here to assist you with all of your home or office everyday appliances. We specialize in appliance repair and we travel within 20 miles of Rome. We provide on call service and have over 10 years of experience in the field. Give us a call today!

Response time9 hrs

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Nystrom Contracting LLC

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt and efficient. Got everything up and running in no time for me"

+44

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Onondaga County Construction

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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Emergency services offered

"The workers were considerate and respectable. The owner responded immediately to concerns and corrected immediately!"

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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National Seal Techs LLC

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Good prices. My kitchen and bathroom look amazing. Work was done in timely manner. Would definitely recommend!"

+14

Recommended by92%of homeowners

Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"They were very professional and had a great personality"

Response time3 days

Response rate92%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Olan & Sons Property Care LLC

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

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"Isaias is friendly, communicative and honest. We hired him to replace a floor in our old summer kitchen and when we found there were no joists or subfloor at all, he pivoted quickly and built the floor out from scratch without much extra time being added to the project. The quality of his work exceeded our expectations and we would definitely hire him again. We highly recommend him and his company."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Thomas White's Protective Coatings

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Serving Steuben, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Mr White to do some repairs for me on my foundation along with some waterproofing in my basement there were a few leaks in the basement that was caused by the problem I had with my foundation thankfully Thomas was able to fix it for a fair price it’s so hard to find a trustworthy affordable contractor now days I recommend Thomas to anyone that is in need of his services very professional and knows what he’s doing this company is the best"

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Fireplaces questions, answered by experts

Labor and regional factors contribute to cost variation, but typical rates for thorough cleaning range from $100 to $250, depending on the chimney type.

Yes, an outdoor fireplace should use fire bricks. Fire bricks are specially designed to withstand high levels of heat and thus won’t crack as easily as regular bricks when exposed to the intense heat inside a fireplace.

Professional chimney cleaning, also known as chimney sweeping, typically costs between $130 and $400, with a national average of about $260. The final price depends on several factors, including the size and accessibility of your chimney, the number of chimneys being cleaned, and the type of chimney you have. A standard cleaning involves a chimney sweep scraping creosote, dirt, and other debris from the entire flue. Many professionals also include an inspection with this service, but the cost of any necessary repairs is typically extra. Additional services, such as installing a fireplace damper, will also increase the total cost. It is recommended to schedule a cleaning and inspection annually, preferably before you begin using your fireplace for the season, and to get price quotes from at least three companies to find the best deal.

Gas, electric, and inductive. Technically speaking, inductive stoves also fall under the electric stove category. However, they use electromagnetic energy to turn the cookware itself into a heat source instead of heating the burner to heat the cookware. As a result, they ensure precise temperature control, which is often the biggest complaint from people switching from gas to electric.

In general, it will take about 90 minutes to burn the creosote sweeping log by itself, allowing it to work its magic. This may be longer or shorter depending on the conditions of your chimney.

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