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Chimney Sweep & Repair in Salt Lake City, UT

Compare 4 local chimney sweep & repair pros. Typical service: $159–$425.

Top Chimney Sweep & Repair Companies in Salt Lake City

  1. 1.Chimney Flashing Repair Sweep

  2. 2.Evergreen Chimney Sweep

  3. 3.Salt Lake Chimney Sweep

  4. 4.ChimneyForge Works Sweep

Chimney Sweep & Repair Cost in Salt Lake City

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

ServiceTypical range in Salt Lake City
Chimney sweep and level 1 inspection$159–$425/job
Level 2 camera inspection$266–$637/job

Chimney Sweep & Repair prices in Salt Lake City run about 6% 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 Salt Lake City.

Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling chimney sweep & repair.

Last spring frost
April 20
First fall frost
October 23
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,607
Cooling degree days
1,159
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.6°37.4°1.25"
Feb25.2°43.2°1.25"
Mar33.6°53.7°1.79"
Apr39.5°61.6°1.99"
May47.8°71.9°1.95"
Jun56.4°83°0.98"
Jul64.7°92.6°0.61"
Aug63.4°90.5°0.69"
Sep53°79.2°1.21"
Oct41.3°64.7°1.52"
Nov30.6°49.4°1.45"
Dec22.6°38°1.41"

NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.

Permits & Regulations in UT

  • Utah exempts projects under $7,000 in labor and materials from contractor licensing, provided the worker files a handyman exemption affirmation with DOPL
  • Projects of $3,000 or more under the exemption require general liability insurance
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Utah handyman exemption (projects under $7,000)

Sources: dopl.utah.gov, commerce.utah.gov, le.utah.gov

Chimney Sweep & Repair FAQs for Salt Lake City

How much does a chimney sweep cost in Salt Lake City?

A chimney sweep with a basic inspection in Salt Lake City typically runs $159-$425.

How many chimney sweeps serve Salt Lake City?

We track 4 chimney sweep companies serving Salt Lake City.

Is a chimney sweep in Salt Lake City more expensive than average?

Service labor in Salt Lake City runs about +6.2% versus the national average.

How often should a chimney be swept in Salt Lake City?

Once a year if you burn regularly; Salt Lake City sees about 5,607 heating degree days a year, and more fires mean more creosote.

When should I book a chimney sweep in Salt Lake City?

Late summer or early fall, before Salt Lake City winter lows near 22F send everyone to their fireplaces and sweeps book out.

Do chimney sweeps in UT need a license?

In UT, Utah exempts projects under $7,000 in labor and materials from contractor licensing, provided the worker files a handyman exemption affirmation with DOPL. Sweeping needs no permit in Salt Lake City; relining or rebuilding a chimney usually does.

What is a level 2 chimney inspection in Salt Lake City?

A camera inspection of the flue, required when a Salt Lake City home is sold or after a chimney fire; it costs more than the $159-$425 standard sweep.

How many quotes should I get for chimney work in Salt Lake City?

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