King County 206-782-0151
Pierce County 253-475-0399
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Chimney Sweeping

Since 1978, The Chimney Specialists, Inc. has provided chimney sweeping for homes and businesses from Tacoma to Seattle and the surrounding area.  Our CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps always provide an 18-point inspection with all cleanings and clean up after we're done.

400,000+ chimneys swept
Yes - that's a real number. In our 47+ years of service we have swept over 400,000+ chimneys. With that much experience and so many repeat customers, you know we'll treat you right. Call today.

Why do you need a chimney cleaning?

You may think your chimney only needs cleaning if you burn wood but the NFPA recommends having a professional chimney cleaner inspect, service and clean your chimney and fireplace each year.

  • Elimination of residential chimney fires
  • Prevention of carbon monoxide intrusion
  • Increase your home’s heating efficiency
  • Improve the appearance of your chimney
safety is a priority

Full service cleaning & inspection

Our CSIA certified chimney sweeps do more than just clean your chimney.  They explain the process and offer the following services. Please note pricing varies upon the service area and type of chimney system (open fireplace, free-standing stove, lined or unlined insert).

  • Certified sweeps will inspect, install, sweep, and maintain your chimney & fireplace system. They'll keep a clean work space so you won't have any mess to clean up afterwards.
  • Certified tech will diagnose any chimney performance issues that need to be addressed now or in the future and describe what changes are recommended for improvement.
  • Before leaving, they'll educate you on the safe operation of your fireplace venting system and answer any questions you may have about performance or future maintenance.

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Roto cleaning service

This is necessary based on the level of creosote and Level three creosote requires roto-cleaning. Our labor-intensive roto-cleaning service uses glaze removal chains with rotary action to remove heavy third-degree glazed creosote. Pricing ranges from $395-$595 plus tax.

Oil furnace sweep & inspection

If you have an oil furnace you need to have your chimney cleaned and inspected on a yearly basis as oil fuel produces a by-product called oil soot. The soot builds up in your chimney and can deteriorate the liner over time and eventually, become a fire hazard.

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What to expect

During your chimney sweep

  1. Duration

    The process typically takes about 35 minutes

  2. Prep

    Enter home to lay drop cloths, shut damper and inspect the firebox.

  3. Exterior

    Go to roof & inspect chimney from roofline up and sweep it down.

  4. Interior

    Go back inside with a vacuum and a throat brush.

  5. Vacuum

    Brush out throat & smoke shelf, damper housing, fireplace walls & firebox.

  6. Clean-up and report

    When done, clean up, write out inspection report & go over it with you.
The Reviews are in

Our clients say it best...

“We’ve used them a few times and every time they’ve been out very quickly. The staff on the phone are professional and helpful. The staff that come out for the services are very friendly, respectful, on time, and communicate what is going on and suggest what should be looked at or addressed.”

Matthew M.Puyallup, WA

“I called to book an appointment to have my chimney cleaned/inspected and they were able to fit me in the same week. The team showed up and we’re super professional, pleasant, and proficient. Work was done in about 20 minutes and I’m good to go for a year!

Compared to other companies, they were very competitively priced. I also appreciate they didn’t try to upsell me on anything extra and provided a little education about more clean/efficient burning along the way. If you are looking for chimney maintenance, these are your people!”

Emily C.Tacoma, WA

“Excellent experience with The Chimney Specialists. Arrived on time and did a very professional job cleaning our chimney which badly needed it. Bonus points for making a minor repair to the fire screen which I was unable to do myself.”

John G.Seattle, WA