Basic
$147 – $367 each
Flue brushed from the firebox, smoke shelf and firebox cleared, Level 1 visual check of accessible chimney parts

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Chimney sweep of one wood-burning fireplace flue with Level 1 inspection.
Clean a Fireplace in Chicago, Illinois typically costs $173 to $431 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Chicago are 19.0% higher than the national average for clean a fireplace.
National average: $150 – $375 each
$147 – $367 each
Flue brushed from the firebox, smoke shelf and firebox cleared, Level 1 visual check of accessible chimney parts
$173 – $431 each
Flue swept with brushes sized to the liner, smoke chamber and damper cleaned, HEPA vacuum at the hearth, Level 1 inspection with written notes
$216 – $539 each
Rotary power sweep of flue and smoke chamber, creosote condition noted, damper and cap cleaned, Level 1 inspection with photos of findings
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $72 – $181 | each |
| Labor | labor | $69 – $170 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $19 – $48 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $13 – $32 | each |
Chimney brush and rods laid on a drop cloth in front of a fireplace
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