Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
See the difference
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterHow Much Does Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Cost in Lehigh Acres?
Chimney cleaning and sweeping in Lehigh Acres typically costs $150 to $300 for a standard wood-burning fireplace, and most homes fall in the $180 to $260 range. Gas-appliance venting and dryer vent cleaning usually run less, while a heavily creosote-loaded flue, a liner that needs resurfacing, or a second flue on the same chimney push the job higher. We set the exact price with a free written estimate before any work starts, and the estimate is what you pay.
One note up front: a chimney sweep is not a deep-clean add-on to a handyman visit. It’s an inspection of a fire-safety system. What we find in the flue, the firebox, and the cap decides whether the job stays a sweep or turns into a repair. We tell you which one it is, show you what we mean, and handle either in the same visit.
Key Takeaways
- Typical sweep for a single wood-burning flue: $150 to $300.
- Dryer vent cleaning: usually $100 to $200 on its own.
- We work with professional-trade brands – DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield – so any parts we install come from known-spec manufacturers rather than aftermarket unknowns.
- Free estimates, upfront pricing, and same-day service when the schedule allows.
- Call (855) 473-9633. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what the line items look like for a Lehigh Acres home. These are typical estimated ranges, not a quote: the written estimate you get after we look at the chimney is the final price.
| Service | Typical Estimated Range | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Standard sweep, single wood-burning flue | $150 – $300 | Firebox scraping, flue brush sweep, soot and ash removal, basic level inspection |
| Sweep with creosote buildup (third-degree) | $250 – $400 | Heavier rotary sweeping of glazed creosote, longer labor |
| Second flue on the same chimney | $80 – $150 added per flue | Sweep and inspection of the additional flue |
| Gas appliance or gas fireplace venting | $140 – $250 | Vent check, blockage removal, draft verification |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $100 – $200 | Full duct run cleaning, lint removal, exterior vent check |
| Chimney cap replacement (Gelco, Famco) | $150 – $400 | Removal of failed cap, install of correct-spec replacement |
| Flue liner repair or resurfacing (HeatShield) | $600 – $1,800+ | Assessment of cracks, resurfacing of compromised liner |
| Relining with a stainless system (DuraFlex, Olympia Chimney) | $1,500 – $3,500+ | New liner sized to the appliance, installed to spec |
What drives the number up or down is mostly the chimney itself, not the sweeping motion. A short flue with easy roof access sweeps fast. A taller flue, a steep roof pitch, or a chimney that hasn’t been touched in years takes more time and more care. Glazed creosote is the big one – it’s dense, it adheres to the liner, and it takes rotary action rather than a brush on a rod to break down. We use the chimney sweep Lehigh Acres service as the front door to the whole inspection, because the inside of the flue tells us what the outside repair bill might look like.
Once we’re in the flue, we grade what we find. If the liner is cracked or spalling, HeatShield resurfacing is a repair-grade fix that comes in well below full relining. If the liner has failed outright, a new stainless system from DuraFlex or Olympia Chimney is the right call. We don’t invent a repair that isn’t there, and we don’t sweep a chimney with a failed liner and call it clean.
What Affects Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Pricing in Lehigh Acres
- Creosote level. Fresh soot sweeps off easily. Glazed, tar-like creosote has to be broken down mechanically, and that’s the single biggest swing in a sweep estimate.
- Number of flues. A chimney with a fireplace flue plus a furnace or water-heater flue is two sweeps, two inspections, and two sets of findings.
- Roof access and pitch. Lehigh Acres homes vary widely from single-story ranches to two-story builds. A roof we can walk safely and a roof we can’t changes the labor, and we’ll never take a shortcut on a roof we shouldn’t be on.
- Appliance type. Wood-burning needs the full brush sweep. Gas vents need a different inspection: no creosote, but blockages and venting faults matter. Dryer vents are a third, separate service.
- What the inspection turns up. A missing cap, a rusted rain pan, a cracked crown, or a cracked liner turns a cleaning visit into a repair visit. Because we carry repair capability and parts from Gelco, Famco, HeatShield, DuraFlex, and Copperfield, we can handle most of it in the same visit rather than scheduling a second company.
- Access to the firebox and flue. A blocked damper, a tight firebox, or a flue with an insert installed all add time. We’d rather spend the extra half hour than damage the appliance.
Around Lehigh Acres, one local factor shapes chimney work more than anything else: we’re a warm, humid climate. Chimneys here sit idle for most of the year, then get heavy use when the occasional cool snap arrives. Dormant months let moisture and pests move in, and that’s why a yearly inspection matters even when you haven’t burned much wood. When the firebox sits unused, we see more birds’ nests, more rusted dampers, and more cracked caps than you’d expect. A sweep that catches those early is a cheap sweep. A cap that fails undetected for two seasons is not.
Should I Get My Chimney Cleaned Every Year?
Yes – an annual sweep and inspection is the standard recommendation for a wood-burning chimney, and it’s the cheapest version of chimney care you’ll ever pay for. Skipping years doesn’t save money; it just moves the cost into a repair bill. And it’s not only about fire risk. A dirty chimney smokes poorly, drafts weakly, and smells. A clean one drafts correctly, and drafting is how the appliance performs.
A yearly visit also gives you a written record of condition. That matters if your insurer asks about the chimney, if an inspection flag got you here in the first place, or if you’re selling the house. Call (855) 473-9633 for a free estimate and we’ll tell you how a typical sweep goes for a Lehigh Acres home.
How Much Does Dryer Vent Cleaning Cost in Lehigh Acres?
Dryer vent cleaning in Lehigh Acres typically costs $100 to $200 on its own, and it’s the service most chimney-only companies skip. It shouldn’t be skipped. The National Fire Protection Association links dryer vent lint buildup to thousands of residential fires every year, and a lint-clogged duct does the same two things a clogged flue does – it blocks the exhaust of heat and it concentrates fuel where you don’t want it. Long duct runs, flexible foil ducting, and a dryer pushed tight against the wall all make clogging worse. We clean the full run, not just the visible stretch, and we check the exterior vent while we’re there.
If you’ve got a fireplace and a dryer in the same house, that’s two venting systems on one property. We handle both, which is one of the few reasons a single phone call beats two. We cover the full arc under one roof: sweeping, repair, and dryer vent cleaning. That’s the Lehigh Acres approach we take on every visit, because the systems are related even when they’re in different rooms.
How to Save on Chimney Cleaning & Sweep
The savings here aren’t in coupons. They’re in timing and scope.
- Don’t wait for a problem. The cheapest sweep is a routine one. A neglected chimney that has to be degreased of glazed creosote costs more than a yearly visit by a wide margin.
- Bundle the flues. If your chimney has two flues, doing them in one visit costs less than two separate appointments. Same idea with a dryer vent: pairing it with a chimney sweep means one dispatch, not two.
- Get the estimate in writing before work starts. We give free estimates, and the written estimate sets the final price. There’s no surprise line item when we’re done.
- Fix the small stuff early. A missing cap is one of the cheapest repairs in chimney work and one of the most expensive things to ignore. Water and animals get in through a missing cap and start a chain of damage.
- Choose a tech who can repair, not just clean. A sweep-only company that finds a cracked liner hands you an estimate and leaves. We’ll name what we install, use professional-grade materials like HeatShield and DuraFlex, and handle the repair without a second call.
Our technicians have up to 8 years of experience, and each one can walk you through what was found and why it matters. Call (855) 473-9633 and the estimate is free. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Is It Cheaper to Repair or Replace My Chimney Liner?
In most cases, repairing is far cheaper. HeatShield resurfacing for a compromised liner typically runs $600 to $1,800, while a full reline with a stainless system runs $1,500 to $3,500 or more, so resurfacing wins whenever the liner damage is repairable. That’s not a sales pitch; it’s a decision that starts with what the liner actually looks like. Cracks, spalling, and gaps that haven’t compromised the structural integrity of the flue can often be resurfaced. A failed or missing liner needs relining. We don’t guess on this – we inspect, we show you the finding, and we quote the repair or the replacement on its own merits.
Call (855) 473-9633 for an exact quote. Estimates are free.
FAQs – Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Cost
How much does chimney cleaning cost in Lehigh Acres?
A standard sweep for a single wood-burning flue typically runs $150 to $300 in Lehigh Acres, with most homes landing around $180 to $260. Heavier creosote adds cost; a second flue on the same chimney adds $80 to $150. Call (855) 473-9633 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
Can you come today?
Same-day service is often possible, though it depends on the schedule and the size of the job. Call (855) 473-9633 early and we’ll book the next open slot. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Do I really need a chimney sweep if I only burn a few fires a year?
Yes. Light use still leaves soot, and in our climate a dormant chimney is where water, animals, and rusted caps cause the most trouble. A yearly sweep is typically $150 to $300, while a repair that starts from a missing cap or cracked liner runs hundreds to thousands more. The annual visit is cheap insurance in a real sense. Call (855) 473-9633 for a free estimate.
How much does dryer vent cleaning cost in Lehigh Acres?
Dryer vent cleaning typically costs $100 to $200 for a full duct run. The NFPA links lint buildup in dryer vents to thousands of residential fires each year, so it’s not a cosmetic service. Schedule it with a chimney sweep in the same visit and you only pay one dispatch. Call (855) 473-9633 and we’ll quote it together.
What does a free estimate include?
It includes an assessment of the flue, firebox, cap, and visible liner, plus a written quote for whatever the chimney actually needs – cleaning, repair, or both. The written estimate sets the final price. Call (855) 473-9633 and we’ll get you on the schedule. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Do you use professional-grade materials for repairs found during a sweep?
Yes. We work with DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield – materials specified for chimney systems rather than generic substitutes. If a sweep turns up a cap that needs replacing or a liner that needs resurfacing, we install the correct-spec part, not a stand-in. Call (855) 473-9633 to talk through your chimney.
Get a Free Chimney Sweep Estimate in Lehigh Acres
Chimney work is one of those services where the price you pay is almost always smaller than the price of neglecting it. A sweep at $150 to $300, a cap at $150 to $400, a HeatShield resurfacing at $600 to $1,800 – these are repair numbers, not emergencies. We’d rather see your chimney once a year than once a decade. Our technicians have up to 8 years of experience, and we cover sweeping, repair, and dryer vent cleaning, so one visit can handle the full venting system on your property. Call (855) 473-9633 and we’ll set up a free estimate. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
Pricing reflects the Lehigh Acres market as of 2026. Chimney Sweep Lehigh Acres offers free estimates – call (855) 473-9633.
Written by the team at Chimney Sweep Lehigh Acres.
What Our Customers Say
"Creosote buildup was worse than I realized. He measured it, showed me the glazing on the flue with the camera, and was honest that we were closer to a chimney fire than I wanted to hear."
- Raj Rao"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
- Javier Torres"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
- Carlos Salazar