Chimney Sweep cost · Tacoma & the South Sound, WA
$189–$449
What we charge for chimney sweep.
Elsewhere on the South Sound it typically runs $70–$399. Market rates observed on the South Sound (Pierce County, WA), surveyed September 24, 2026 — not our quote.
We charge $189–$449 for chimney sweep in Tacoma and the South Sound. Full flue swept, Level 1 inspection included. The exact figure is set in writing after the $99 plus tax inspection, credited toward an approved quote, and you approve it before any work starts.
What the price includes
What we charge for each service. Chimney Sweep is highlighted.
| Service | What we charge | Typical South Sound price | When you need it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimney Sweep | $189–$449 | $70–$399 | Annual maintenance, or you burn regularly and it has been a year |
| Chimney Inspection | $99 plus tax | from $69 | Buying or selling a house, after a chimney fire, or before a new appliance |
| Chimney Relining | From $1,900 | no South Sound data published | Cracked clay liner, an unlined chimney, or fitting a stove or insert |
| Chimney Repair | From $375 | $112–$3,000 | Cracked bricks, open mortar joints, a leaning or spalling stack |
| Chimney Cap Installation | $265–$750 | no South Sound data published | Missing or rusted cap, rain or animals getting into the flue |
| Masonry Repair (Crown / Repointing) | From $425 | $150–$300 | Cracked or crumbling crown, failing mortar joints across the stack |
| Chimney Waterproofing | $320–$795 | no South Sound data published | White staining on the brick, or damp showing inside |
| Chimney Flashing Repair | $330–$1,500 | $300–$400 | Water stains on the ceiling around the chimney |
| Gas Fireplace Service | $189–$475 | $150–$220 | Annual service, or the unit will not light or stay lit |
| Creosote Removal | From $245 | no South Sound data published | Several seasons since the last sweep, or a hard glaze in the flue |
| Dryer Vent Cleaning | $105–$260 | $175–$350 | Clothes need two cycles, or it has been over a year |
| Air Duct Cleaning | From $535 | $340–$1,780 | After a renovation, or after water damage |
Market rates observed on the South Sound (Pierce County, WA), surveyed September 24, 2026 — not our quote. Sources: Chimcare — Chimney Sweep Tacoma, WA, HomeBlue — Air Duct Cleaning Cost in Tacoma, HomeBlue — Chimney Sweep Cost in Tacoma, Homeyou — Air Duct Cleaning in Tacoma, WA costs, Homeyou — Chimney Repair in Tacoma, WA costs, Homeyou — Chimney Sweeping in Tacoma, WA costs, Horizon Chimney Sweep — Gig Harbor Fireplace Services, Pacific Heating & Cooling — Do I Need Dryer Vent Cleaning? (Tacoma guide), Safe Chimney — Tacoma Chimney Sweep.
Published by others — not our quote
Figures published by other companies and cost guides, local first, national for context. Not our quote.
$140–$160 per chimney
Tacoma/South Sound · Not our quote
HomeBlue staff research published June 3, 2024; standard one- or two-story house. Two chimneys $240–$280; higher for hard access or tall chimneys needing a lift.
$70–$200 per fireplace
Tacoma/South Sound · Not our quote
Homeyou estimate for a fireplace chimney sweep in Tacoma (page dated August 2026); freestanding wood stove with liner $100–$200; insert with liner $100–$150.
$299–$399 per chimney
Tacoma/South Sound · Not our quote
Published Tacoma price for chimney cleaning and inspection; the page says the price may change if creosote buildup is found.
$299 per chimney
Tacoma/South Sound · Not our quote
Published Tacoma offer: '$299 Chimney Sweep + Inspection'.
$180–$280 per fireplace
Tacoma/South Sound · Not our quote
Gig Harbor pricing table: wood fireplace cleaning and inspection.
$130–$150 per chimney
Washington · Not our quote
Olympia (Thurston County, South Sound) — HomeBlue research published June 3, 2024; standard one- or two-story house.
$100–$500 per chimney
US national · Not our quote
National range, average $400 (updated January 31, 2025).
$129–$381 per chimney
US national · Not our quote
National normal range, average $254; as low as $89, as high as $1,023 (updated June 20, 2026).
Every figure below is published by a third party. Not our quote.
A typical job, at our prices
A job at the bottom of our listed price for chimney sweep — yours is set in writing after the inspection.
| Step | Cost |
|---|---|
| On-site inspectionPaid at the visit, credited toward the quote once you approve it | $99 |
| The chimney sweep itselfBalance due after the inspection credit | $90 |
The total came to $189 before sales tax — our listed starting price for chimney sweep, with the inspection counted inside it, not on top.
Published figures, not our quote: HomeBlue — Chimney Sweep Cost in Tacoma: $140–$160 per chimney (Tacoma/South Sound, accessed 2026-09-24); Homeyou — Chimney Sweeping in Tacoma, WA costs: $70–$200 per fireplace (Tacoma/South Sound, accessed 2026-09-24); Safe Chimney — Tacoma Chimney Sweep: $299–$399 per chimney (Tacoma/South Sound, accessed 2026-09-24); Chimcare — Chimney Sweep Tacoma, WA: $299 per chimney (Tacoma/South Sound, accessed 2026-09-24); Horizon Chimney Sweep — Gig Harbor Fireplace Services: $180–$280 per fireplace (Tacoma/South Sound, accessed 2026-09-24); HomeBlue — Chimney Sweep Cost in Olympia: $130–$150 per chimney (Washington, accessed 2026-09-24); Fixr — Chimney Cleaning Cost: $100–$500 per chimney (US national, accessed 2026-09-24); HomeAdvisor — Chimney Cleaning Cost: $129–$381 per chimney (US national, accessed 2026-09-24). Not our quote — what we charge is shown at the top of this page.
NFPA 211 states that chimneys, fireplaces and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits and correct clearances.
Common questions
The exact price for your chimney is set on site, in writing, after the $99 plus tax inspection. Our FAQ covers booking, the inspection and where we work.
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