3. Chimney for the Fireplace
Expiration Date: One year (yearly inspection advised)
The average cost of cleaning is $150.
A source of warmth and atmosphere, your fireplace chimney slowly builds up soot and creosote, requiring yearly cleanings and inspections. If left uncontrolled, this accumulation may cause hazardous chimney fires or obstructions, putting your family and your house in jeopardy.

Fireplace Chimney: ©Shutterstock/Gabor Tinz
A chimney’s structural integrity may deteriorate over decades without regular maintenance, necessitating a professional assessment to guarantee its safe operation. Maintaining a clean and well-maintained chimney not only keeps your house safe, but it also makes your flames burn more efficiently, making warm nights by the fireplace a tradition rather than a danger.
