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Any Season Chimney serves the Chicago area in chimney cleaning, restoration, and maintenance. Any Season Chimney offers free inspections to help customers properly maintain their existing structures and guarantees all of its jobs. The company offers services in both English and Spanish. All restorations come with a warranty.
Founded in 1981, Ashwipe Chimney Sweeps in Lincolnshire came to be as a result of high local demand and an already-existing customer base. The business offers chimney and dryer vent cleaning, cap and screen installation, and animal removal services. When doing inspections, Ashwipe uses video to record a view of the chimney’s interior so homeowners can see the problem areas for themselves. Ashwipe Chimney Sweeps also sells dry, quality-burning firewood.
Capital City Chimney in Addison is a team of certified fire protection specialists with over 75 years of combined experience. The business has experience with chimney and dryer vent sweeping, tuck-pointing, crown repair, and chimney rebuilds. Coupons for services are available for download on the company’s website. Five dollars of every sweep goes to Bright Pink, a foundation that spreads awareness of the battles against breast and ovarian cancer. In her testimonial, Marriane D. said, “Mike and Dan who came for the quote and fix were professional, friendly and explained every detail so I knew what was wrong and how they would repair the problems… I highly recommend these guys.”
Chicago Fireplace and Chimney performs all necessary maintenance and repairs to keep such structures safe and functional. The company is certified by the National Fireplace Institute and is a member of the National Chimney Sweep Guild. Chicago Fireplace and Chimney sells accessories such as chimney fans, covers, and pots, gas valves, remote controls, and mesh screens, to name a few. The business accepts all major credit cards, and even payments via PayPal. The business’s website contains a page of before and after pictures, including the locations, of past jobs.
ChicagoLand Fireplace & Chimney Restoration is a Chicago contractor that offers a range of services ranging from cleanings and inspections to restoration. The business has experience in masonry, installing new fireplaces, and glass doors and screens. The company’s website displays a portfolio of past work and contains a page with a form to request a quote. Also on the site is a page with brand names of products the business typically uses, as well as pictures of the different styles of items available. ChicagoLand Fireplace & Chimney Restoration takes pride in its relationship with high-quality manufacturers.
Chimney USA of Chicago was founded in 1997 and offers chimney cleanings for as low as $95. Other services include brick repair, waterproofing, tuck-pointing, animal removal, and more. English- and Spanish-speaking technicians are available to best meet customers’ needs. Chimney USA is a member of organizations such as the National Chimney Sweep Guild and the National Fire Protection Association. Chimney USA offers a no-mess guarantee with each job.
Cleanable Solutions has locations in Skokie, Naperville, and Gurnee, and offers a range of deep-cleaning services to help keep the home allergen-free and looking beautiful. The business has experience in air duct and dryer vent cleaning, chimney sweeping, floor cleaning from marble to carpet, restoration, and water damage repair. The business lists products used in cleaning on its website. Before and after pictures, videos, and other examples of the company’s work can be found on the site as well.
Elite Chimney and Masonry, founded in 2010, has the motto, “We build the best and service the rest.” The Bartlett company performs fireplace and chimney inspections and cleaning, maintenance and repairs, and has experience in masonry. Elite Chimney & Masonry also has experience in waterproofing, installing caps and screens, and gas line repair. The business’s website has pages dedicated to explaining the advantages of, and the need for, functional dampers, liners, and fireboxes.
Kingsborough Chimney Sweeps was founded in 1988, is certified by the Chimney Safety Institute of America®, and has locations in Cary, Northbrook, and Barrington. The business offers chimney and air vent cleaning, as well as chimney cleaning and repairs. Customers can make appointment requests and view special offers on the Kingsborough Chimney Sweeps’ website. A testimonial of the business’s services reported, "The technician arrived on time and did a wonderful job! He took the time to explain the process and cleaned up thoroughly as well.”
Rite-a-Way Chimney Sweep services wood burning and gas log fireplaces and performs chimney and dryer vent cleaning. The family-owned and operated company is licensed, bonded, and insured with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Rite-a-Way Chimney Sweeps is an authorized dealer of vented and ventless decorative gas logs. The business also rebuilds entire chimneys. One testimonial said, “Bob arrived on time and was very friendly and professional. He showed me with pictures from his phone what work needed to be done and why. He also explained how to properly maintain the chimney and the dryer vent for the future. He was clean and went above and beyond.”
Safeway Chimney Sweeps in Frankfort is fully insured and CSIA Certified, and has been serving Chicago and its southern suburbs for over 30 years. The business specializes in chimney sweeping, vent cleaning, HVAC services, and masonry. Safeway Chimney Sweeps also sells fireplace accessories. One testimonial said of the company, “Where others wanted to charge an inflated amount of money, Dan stated the FACTS and did not try to soak me with unneeded repairs. Very honest crew!”
Superior Chimney Services in Lombard deals with problems like cold drafts, fireplace smell, and offers services that range from furnace flue chimney sweeps to waterproofing and rebuilds. The business has received the Angie’s List Super Service Award every year from 2006 to 2015 and has a rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars based on over 400 customer reviews resulting in a HomeAdvisor Seal of Approval. Every inspection comes with a 14-point certified inspection and photo documentation via an email report.
It costs between $150 and $250 to hire a chimney sweep. This is just for basic sweeping services and doesn't include inspection and repair costs if anything is wrong. Factors that can affect the cost include the area where you live, the height of the chimney, and steepness of your home's roof.
A chimney is swept by pushing a brush mounted on a flexible rod up through the flue to break creosote buildup loose from the interior walls. The brush and rod combo is then pushed down through the top of the chimney to clean the upper portion of the flue.
Chimneys usually need to be swept once a year. If the chimney is heavily used, it may need to be done more often. If it’s rarely used, it may not need annual cleanings. Your homeowner's insurance may dictate how often you need to have your chimney swept to maintain coverage.
Chimney sweep logs work, but they aren’t a substitute for a full cleaning. These logs are ideal for basic chimney maintenance between professional cleanings. Burning the log dries out accumulated creosote so it flakes away more easily. This makes it easier for a chimney sweep to perform the full cleaning.
A chimney sweep examines the outside and inside of a chimney to determine its condition. They then advise the homeowner on needed repairs and estimates cleaning and repair costs. Chimney sweeps then cleans the chimney and either perform repairs or recommends a mason to handle the task.
A chimney sweep usually takes about an hour to perform a complete chimney cleaning. If a home has multiple fireplaces or a very tall chimney, it may take longer. It can also take longer than an hour to remove extreme creosote buildup from a chimney. Additionally, the job will likely take longer if repair work is needed.
