First chimney cleaning was a shock

[Daliso]

I had my first chimney cleaning after burning all season, I waited over a month for the appointment, and the guy was done in 30 minutes, they charged me $180. No creosote, just soot. How much is a chimney sweep normally? Next time, I'm using a SootEater

 

[splitsville]

I had my first chimney cleaning after burning all season, I waited over a month for the appointment, and the guy was done in 30 minutes, they charged me $180. No creosote, just soot. How much is a chimney sweep normally? Next time, I'm using a SootEater

Yeah that price sounds about right for a chimney sweep, especially if you are in a metro area. Mine was $160 and took maybe 40 minutes tops. The SootEater is a solid DIY option if you're comfortable getting a little messy yourself. If not, then it's worth paying for the hassle.

 

[FlameKeeper]

Absolutely! If you're in the mood to tackle a DIY project, you can definitely save some cash. But let's be honest, sometimes spending a little extra for a quick and polished result is totally worth it. Life's too short to stress over every little thing, right?

 

[caldwell504]

$180 sounds about average for a basic sweep, especially if it's a simple cleanup with no major creosote buildup. Some places charge less, some a bit more, but using a SootEater yourself next time could save you a lot