Level 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.
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AfterHow Much Does Chimney Cleaning Cost in Arlington?
A standard chimney cleaning in Arlington typically runs $185 to $320 for a single-flue wood-burning fireplace, and most homes fall right in the middle of that range. If your chimney needs a Level 2 inspection, a creosote treatment, or a flue liner repair, the total can climb to $500 or more. Same-day and next-day appointments are usually available, and you’ll always get a written price before any work starts, so the number you’re quoted is the number you pay.
We’re Alcott Chimney Sweep. We’ve been cleaning and repairing chimneys since 2002, and we’ve done enough Arlington jobs to know that pricing here is shaped by things most cost guides ignore: the age of the housing stock, our summer heat, and the way North Texas homeowners use their fireplaces. This guide breaks down every line item, tells you what drives the price up or down, and shows you exactly what you’re paying for.
Chimney Cleaning Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what Arlington homeowners are actually paying in 2026, itemized. Every job we quote includes a written price before we begin, a written guarantee on any repair we perform, and a free return visit if that repair ever fails.
| Service | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep (wood-burning, single flue) | $185 – $320 |
| Sweep with basic Level 1 inspection | $220 – $380 |
| Level 2 inspection (video scan, real estate or after a chimney fire) | $250 – $500 |
| Gas fireplace cleaning and service | $150 – $260 |
| Heavy creosote removal (Stage 2 or Stage 3 glazed buildup) | $350 – $800 |
| Animal nest or debris removal | $150 – $400 |
| Chimney cap installation (Famco or Copperfield) | $180 – $450 |
| Flue liner repair or installation (DuraFlex) | $2,000 – $6,500 |
| Chimney crown repair or rebuild | $400 – $1,600 |
| Masonry tuckpointing | $500 – $2,500 |
| HeatShield resurfacing (flue or smoke chamber) | $700 – $2,200 |
Those ranges reflect the Arlington market as of early 2026. A standard sweep handles a chimney that’s been cleaned within the last two or three seasons. The moment you add a video inspection, glazed creosote, or masonry work, you’re paying for a different class of job. We break out every one of those numbers in writing before we touch anything, so there’s no guessing at the end.
One thing that surprises a lot of first-time customers: the sweep itself is often the cheapest part. It’s the chimney cap we discover is missing, or the crown that’s cracked from a couple of hard freezes in Arlington, that turns a $240 sweep into an $800 visit. We show you photos of what we find and give you a written price. You decide.
What Affects Chimney Cleaning Pricing in Arlington
Five things move the price more than anything else. If you want a rough sense of where your chimney lands before we arrive, these are the variables:
- Age of the house. Arlington has a lot of homes built between the 1960s and 1990s, especially in neighborhoods like Dalworthington Gardens, Pantego, and the older streets around downtown. Pre-1980 chimneys were often built with clay tile liners that crack over time. A sweep of a 1974 brick chimney is rarely just a sweep.
- Creosote stage. Creosote is the tar-like buildup that causes most chimney fires. It forms in three stages: Stage 1 is fluffy and easy to brush, Stage 2 is flaky and crusty, and Stage 3 is glazed and rock-hard. Stage 3 requires chemical treatment and mechanical removal, which can triple the cost.
- How often you burn. A homeowner who lights a fire three nights a week from October through February builds creosote far faster than someone who burns a dozen times a year. Our long, dry summers here in North Texas actually help that buildup cure faster, so a busy fireplace user should expect annual cleaning.
- Wood type. Seasoned hardwood like oak and mesquite burns clean. Unseasoned or resinous softwood produces more smoke and more creosote. We see this a lot with homeowners who buy a cord of “firewood” off a roadside stand without asking whether it’s been cured.
- Chimney height and roof pitch. A two-story chimney with a steep roof takes longer to access safely and requires more setup. That’s a labor cost, not a markup, but it does show up in the quote.
- Gas vs. wood. Gas fireplaces need cleaning too, just less of it. Gas units produce moisture and trace particulate that can clog the burner and log set, so most manufacturers still recommend annual service. A gas fireplace cleaning is usually cheaper than a wood sweep.
Why Arlington Chimneys Get Dirty Faster Than You’d Think
Arlington sits in a part of North Texas that swings hard between weather extremes. Summers hit triple digits for weeks at a time, which pulls moisture out of the masonry and leaves it prone to cracking. Winter brings the occasional deep freeze, and freeze-thaw cycles open small cracks in the crown and the mortar joints. Both of those things let water in. Water in a chimney means rusted dampers, crumbling mortar, and a friendly invitation to sparrows and squirrels.
We’re not telling you this to scare you. We’re telling you because it changes what a “cleaning” actually involves here. When we’re on a roof in Arlington, we’re checking the cap, the crown, and the flashing as part of the same visit. In a lot of other markets, that’s a separate trip and a separate charge. Here, it’s just how a proper sweep gets done.
If you’ve noticed a smoky smell in the house on warm days, that’s usually a sign of creosote buildup combined with a pressure issue. It’s worth having someone look at it before the next burn season, not during. You can read more about our home page to see how we schedule and what to expect.
How to Save on Chimney Cleaning
You don’t have to pay full price every time. A few practical moves bring the cost down:
- Book in spring or early summer. Fall is peak season for every chimney company in Arlington. Scheduling a sweep in April or May usually means better availability, and often a lower rate since we’re filling a slot we’d otherwise leave open.
- Sweep every year if you burn often. Annual cleaning prevents Stage 3 creosote, and Stage 3 removal is the single most expensive line on the price sheet. A $240 sweep beats a $700 chemical treatment.
- Burn seasoned wood only. Dry hardwood produces less smoke, which means less buildup, which means fewer cleanings. Ask the seller how long the wood has been split and stacked. If the answer is vague, walk.
- Get the cap installed now. A $200 chimney cap keeps rain, birds, and squirrels out. It’s the cheapest preventive repair there is, and it saves masonry work down the road.
- Bundle services. If your chimney is due for both a cleaning and a repair, doing them in the same visit saves a trip charge. Ask us about combining them when you book.
- Ask about our free estimates. Call (336) 863-3889 and we’ll give you a written price before any work starts. There’s no charge to look and no obligation to book.
Repair or Replace? A Straight Answer on Chimney Liners
This is the most common question we get from Arlington homeowners, so here it is plainly. If your clay tile liner has a hairline crack in a single flue section, we can often resurface it with HeatShield, which is one of the professional-grade materials we install. HeatShield runs $700 to $2,200 depending on how much of the flue it covers, and it’s a permanent fix for minor damage.
If the tiles are spalling, offset, or missing entirely, we install a DuraFlex stainless liner. That’s a bigger job, typically $2,000 to $6,500, and it effectively gives you a new chimney interior. Both options come with a written guarantee and our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the repair fails within that year, we come back and make it right at no charge.
What we won’t do is sell you a full reline when a resurface would solve it. That’s not how we operate, and it’s not worth your trust. If you want a second opinion on a quote you’ve gotten from another company, bring it to us. We’ll tell you straight.
Who’s Coming to Your Door Matters as Much as the Price
We know a lot of you are home alone during the day, or you’ve got young kids, or you’re an older homeowner who doesn’t love the idea of letting a stranger into the house. That’s a real concern, and we treat it like one. Every Alcott technician is background-checked and identity-verified before they ever step onto a customer’s property. That’s the Threshold Standard, and it’s not optional.
Before we arrive, you’ll get a text or email with the technician’s name and photo. When they knock, they’ll be in uniform and they’ll show a photo ID badge at the door. Every time. No exceptions. You’ll know exactly who you’re opening the door to, and if something doesn’t feel right, you call the office and we sort it. A live person answers our phones around the clock, so if it’s 11 p.m. and you smell smoke, you’re talking to a human, not a voicemail queue.
FAQs – Chimney Cleaning Cost in Arlington
How much does chimney cleaning cost in Arlington?
A standard single-flue chimney sweep in Arlington costs $185 to $320. Add a Level 2 video inspection and you’re looking at $250 to $500. Repairs, liners, and masonry work are priced separately, and you’ll always get a written number before we start. Call (336) 863-3889 for an exact quote, free of charge.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a chimney liner?
Repair is usually cheaper when the damage is minor. HeatShield resurfacing runs $700 to $2,200 and fixes hairline cracks and small gaps. A full DuraFlex liner replacement runs $2,000 to $6,500 and is necessary when tiles are missing or badly offset. Call (336) 863-3889 and we’ll tell you which one your chimney actually needs.
How often do I need my chimney cleaned in Arlington?
Once a year if you burn regularly, and at least every two years even with light use. North Texas summers dry out masonry fast, and creosote cures harder in the heat. Annual cleaning keeps you out of the expensive Stage 3 removal bracket, which starts around $350. Call (336) 863-3889 to schedule.
Can you come today?
Often yes, depending on the season. Spring and summer usually have same-day or next-day openings. Fall and winter book out faster, so we recommend scheduling ahead. Call (336) 863-3889, and a live person answers any time of day. We’ll tell you the soonest we can be there.
What does the 365-Day Done Right Promise cover?
Every completed job comes with a full year of accountability. If a repair we performed fails within that 365-day window, we return and make it right at no cost to you. That includes liner work, crown repairs, cap installations, and masonry fixes. Call (336) 863-3889 to book, or to ask what’s covered on a specific job.
Book a Sweep or Get a Straight Answer
If you’ve read this far, you probably already know whether your chimney is due. The honest answer for most Arlington homes is yes, especially if it’s been more than two burn seasons since the last cleaning. We give written prices up front, we send background-checked technicians you’ll see by name and photo before we knock, and every repair carries a written guarantee backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Call (336) 863-3889 for a free estimate. A live person will answer, any hour of the day, and we’ll get you a real number before anyone climbs on your roof.
Written by Ruben Castellano, Owner at Alcott Chimney Sweep, serving Arlington since 2002.
Pricing reflects the Arlington market as of 2026. Alcott Chimney Sweep offers free estimates – call (336) 863-3889.
What Our Customers Say
"Cap, screen, and a full inspection with photos sent to my phone. Easy to understand and a fair price."
- Tomas Y."Very respectful of my home. Took off his boots and wiped the hearth when finished."
- Carol D."Annual inspection and sweep. He used a camera to check the liner and found a cracked tile I had no idea about. Gave me a written estimate and did not push."
- Janet W.