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A standard chimney cleaning and sweep in St. George typically costs $150 to $320, with most single-flue wood-burning fireplaces landing around $189 to $249. That range covers a full brush-and-vacuum sweep of the firebox, smoke chamber and flue plus a basic visual inspection of what’s visible. Add a video camera scan or a needed repair and you’ll see the total climb from there.
St. George sits in a high-desert pocket where fireplaces get used hard for a few cold months and then idle through long dry summers. That rhythm shapes both what we find inside a flue and what the work costs. The table below uses typical estimates for the St. George market in 2026. Your written estimate sets the final price.
Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what the individual pieces of chimney work usually run in and around St. George. These are typical ranges, not fixed quotes.
| Service | Typical Cost Range | What It Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Standard sweep (one flue) | $150 – $250 | Brush and vacuum of firebox, flue and smoke shelf; visible inspection |
| Level 2 camera inspection | $90 – $180 | Video scan of the flue interior for cracks, gaps and glaze |
| Heavy soot or creosote glaze removal | $250 – $450 | Staged removal of stage 3 glazed creosote before sweeping |
| Chimney cap installation | $120 – $350 | Cap and spark arrestor to keep out rain, debris and animals |
| HeatShield ceramic resurfacing | $600 – $1,800 | Restores a cracked or spalling liner without full replacement |
| Full flue liner replacement | $2,200 – $5,500 | New stainless liner system, sized to the appliance |
| Masonry crown repair | $250 – $700 | Rebuild or reseal the crown that sheds water off the top |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $100 – $225 | Full-length duct cleaning to clear lint buildup |
What pushes a St. George bill toward the top of these ranges: a long flue run, a second story, an insert or stove that has to be pulled to sweep properly, or creosote that’s glazed so hard it needs chemical treatment before it will brush out. What keeps things near the bottom: a single-story fireplace that’s been swept within the last couple of seasons and is burning dry, well-seasoned wood. A camera inspection is worth every dollar because it’s the only way to see what a brush can’t reach – a hairline crack in the flue tile that lets heat into the framing.
We use the same product lines professional chimney engineers specify – DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco and Copperfield – not what’s on the shelf at the hardware store. Because we install and work with these systems, when a sweep turns up a deficiency we can correct it rather than write up a list and hand you a referral.
What Affects Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Pricing in St. George
No two chimneys price the same way. These are the factors that move a St. George estimate up or down.
- Creosote stage. Light, dry soot brushes out fast. Stage 3 glazed creosote – the glassy, tar-like buildup a hot fire and dry wood can leave behind – is a real fire hazard and needs staged treatment, which adds labor and time. This is the single biggest driver of a sweep quote.
- Flue length and roof pitch. A single-story home with a low pitch is straightforward. A two-story house with a steep, high roof takes longer to access safely and the price reflects that.
- Appliance type. Wood fireplaces are the standard. A wood insert, freestanding stove or gas appliance changes the cleaning method and sometimes requires pulling the unit to sweep behind it.
- Inspection level. A basic visual check comes with the sweep. A Level 2 camera scan for a home that’s just sold or a flue that’s had a fire adds a separate line. St. George has a lot of resale traffic, and a new owner usually wants that scan on an older chimney.
- What the inspection finds. Cracks, missing cap, a failed crown or a crumbling smoke chamber can turn a cleaning visit into a repair visit. We’ll show you what we found and tell you honestly what needs fixing now versus what can wait.
- Dryer vent add-on. Your dryer vent is the other high-fire-risk vent in the house. Cleaning it alongside the chimney saves a separate visit, and it’s a small add-on relative to booking it alone.
Our technicians have up to 12 years of experience between them on the systems common to this part of Utah. That matters most on the older fireplaces and the ones that sat unused for years – those are the ones where the difference between a routine sweep and a real inspection shows up.
Can You Come Today, and Is Same-Day Chimney Cleaning Available in St. George?
Same-day chimney cleaning is often possible, and we’ll tell you what we have open when you call. We answer 24/7, and fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Closed Saturday. A call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening, Sunday through Friday, 7am to 7pm.
If a door or a damper fails or you’ve had a chimney fire scare, call right away – we’d rather hear from you early in the week than sit on a problem that could damage the flue. The price for a same-day visit is set per job by the written estimate; there’s no after-hours premium tacked on.
Is It Cheaper to Repair a Chimney or Replace the Liner?
When the liner is only mildly compromised – surface cracks, spalling, but a structurally sound flue – HeatShield ceramic resurfacing typically runs $600 to $1,800 versus $2,200 to $5,500 for full liner replacement. That’s the honest short answer. Resurfacing restores a cast-in-place liner finish from the inside and can extend the life of the chimney without a full reline. When the tiles are shifted, missing or the flue is sized wrong for the appliance, a new DuraFlex flexible liner system is the right call and resurfacing isn’t a real alternative.
We’ll tell you which one you need and show you why, on camera, before anything is ordered. That’s the difference between a sweep visit that diagnoses and a discount sweep that just cleans and leaves.
If you’re weighing repair on a home you’ve just bought in St. George, get the camera inspection first. It’s the cheapest dollar you’ll spend on the whole project and it decides everything that follows.
How to Save on Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in St. George
A few habits keep a sweep bill in the lower half of the range rather than the upper.
- Burn dry, seasoned wood. Wet wood makes far more creosote, and more creosote means more labor to remove it. Seasoned hardwood that’s been split and dried down below the moisture level where it sizzles is the single best thing you can do for your flue.
- Don’t let it go two-to-seasons-plus. A sweep every year for a heavily used fireplace, and every couple of years for occasional use, keeps buildup manageable. A chimney that hasn’t been touched in years often costs more to bring back to safe.
- Book the sweep and the dryer vent in one visit. Two venting systems, one dispatch. It’s a cheaper way to cover both than two separate calls, and your dryer vent is worth doing on the same rhythm.
- Get the camera scan on an older or recently purchased home. Catching a cracked tile early saves a full reline later. That’s real money saved, not a marketing line.
- Ask for the free estimate in writing. You should know what the sweep costs and what any recommended repair runs before anyone picks up a tool.
We give free estimates, and you can call (877) 327-1971 to get yours. If you’re a new fireplace owner figuring out where to start, the Glacier Chimney Sweep page lays out the three service categories – sweep, repair and dryer vent – under one company so you don’t need a second contractor for the vent side.
Do I Really Need a Chimney Sweep Every Year?
For a wood-burning fireplace you use regularly, yes – roughly once a year, or whenever creosote reaches about a quarter inch on the flue walls. The National Fire Protection Association’s guidance, which most chimney professionals follow, points to annual inspection. A cleaning is the right follow-up when the inspection finds enough buildup.
Occasional-use fireplaces may stretch to every couple of years. But the honest test isn’t a calendar – it’s what’s on the flue walls. A sweep is cheap compared to a chimney fire. Call (877) 327-1971 and we’ll help you work out whether this is your year.
FAQs – Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Cost in St. George
How much does a chimney sweep cost in St. George?
A standard chimney sweep in St. George runs about $150 to $250 for a single flue, with a typical total around $189 to $249 once the firebox and smoke chamber are included. Heavy creosote or an added camera inspection pushes it higher. Call (877) 327-1971 for a free estimate – the written quote sets the final price.
How much does dryer vent cleaning cost in St. George?
Dryer vent cleaning usually runs $100 to $225 for a standard residential run. A long or heavily clogged duct, or one with multiple elbows, lands toward the top of that range. It’s worth pairing with your chimney sweep to cover both fire-risk vents in one visit. Call (877) 327-1971 to book both.
Is it cheaper to repair my chimney or replace the liner?
For a structurally sound flue with surface-level damage, HeatShield ceramic resurfacing at roughly $600 to $1,800 is cheaper than a full reline at $2,200 to $5,500. For a flue with shifted or missing tiles, replacement is the only safe option. We’ll show you which one applies on camera. Call (877) 327-1971 for a free estimate.
Can you clean my chimney the same day I call?
Often yes. We answer 24/7 and dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday, and same-day cleaning is frequently available. Call (877) 327-1971 to check the schedule – estimates are free and there’s no premium for same-day work.
Do I need a camera inspection, or is a regular sweep enough?
A camera inspection, typically $90 to $180, is worth adding on any older home, a recent purchase, or after a chimney fire scare. A brush can’t see cracks, gaps or a misaligned flue tile; a camera can. On a newer, clean-burning fireplace a standard sweep and visible check is usually enough. Call (877) 327-1971 and we’ll tell you what your setup needs.
What does chimney work cost near me in the St. George area?
Ranges are the same across the St. George valley: about $150 to $250 for a sweep, with repairs and liner work priced per job. If you’re in the surrounding communities, the pricing structure holds – dispatch runs throughout the area. Call (877) 327-1971 for an estimate specific to your home.
Pricing reflects the St. George market as of 2026. Glacier Chimney Sweep offers free estimates – call (877) 327-1971.
Written by the team at Glacier Chimney Sweep.
What Our Customers Say
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