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Chimney Sweep & Repair in Syracuse, NY

Compare 4 local chimney sweep & repair pros. Typical service: $164–$438.

Top Chimney Sweep & Repair Companies in Syracuse

  1. 1.Burn Bright LLC

    5.0★ (60 reviews)

    5.0★ from 60 reviews

    +16802870474Website

  2. 2.Thor Chimney's Cleaning & Repair And Gas Fireplace Services LLC

    4.7★ (3 reviews)

    4.7★ from 3 reviews

    +13156945712Website

  3. 3.Emerald Electrical Contractors

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +13154759607Website

  4. 4.Elite Chimney Sweep

    +13047109984

Chimney Sweep & Repair Cost in Syracuse

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Syracuse
Chimney sweep and level 1 inspection$164–$438/job
Level 2 camera inspection$274–$657/job

Chimney Sweep & Repair prices in Syracuse run about 10% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Syracuse, rated 4.9★ on average across 64 customer reviews.

Syracuse Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Syracuse's weather means for scheduling chimney sweep & repair.

Last spring frost
April 28
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
38.47"
Heating degree days
6,651
Cooling degree days
570
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan15.7°31.5°2.5"
Feb17.6°34.2°2.07"
Mar25.1°43.2°2.95"
Apr36.6°57.2°3.19"
May46.4°68.8°3.22"
Jun56°77.5°3.31"
Jul61°81.6°3.78"
Aug59.6°80°3.57"
Sep51.9°72.2°3.69"
Oct41.2°60°3.44"
Nov32.8°48.4°3.53"
Dec22.4°36.4°3.22"

NOAA station data 5.24 miles from Syracuse.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200
  • Several counties, including Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester, also license home improvement contractors
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state handyman license; local licensing (NYC: DCWP over $200)

Sources: www.nyc.gov

Chimney Sweep & Repair FAQs for Syracuse

How much does a chimney sweep cost in Syracuse?

A chimney sweep with a basic inspection in Syracuse typically runs $164-$438.

How many chimney sweeps serve Syracuse?

We track 4 chimney sweep companies serving Syracuse.

Is a chimney sweep in Syracuse more expensive than average?

Service labor in Syracuse runs about +9.5% versus the national average.

How often should a chimney be swept in Syracuse?

Once a year if you burn regularly; Syracuse sees about 6,651 heating degree days a year, and more fires mean more creosote.

When should I book a chimney sweep in Syracuse?

Late summer or early fall, before Syracuse winter lows near 16F send everyone to their fireplaces and sweeps book out.

Do chimney sweeps in NY need a license?

In NY, New York has no statewide handyman license; licensing is local, and New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200. Sweeping needs no permit in Syracuse; relining or rebuilding a chimney usually does.

What is a level 2 chimney inspection in Syracuse?

A camera inspection of the flue, required when a Syracuse home is sold or after a chimney fire; it costs more than the $164-$438 standard sweep.

How many quotes should I get for chimney work in Syracuse?

For a sweep, one reputable company is fine; for repairs, get two or three of the 4 sweeps serving Syracuse.