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Flue relining
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Gas fireplace serviceLevel 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 & Sweep Cost in Fort Myers?
Chimney cleaning in Fort Myers typically costs $150 to $290 for a standard sweep of a wood-burning fireplace, and gas-appliance flue cleaning runs $95 to $180. A level-two inspection, which includes a video scan of the flue, usually adds $75 to $160 to the visit. A dryer vent cleaning on the same trip is commonly $80 to $150. Those ranges reflect what Fort Myers homeowners actually see across Lee County in 2026, and the written estimate you get before any work begins is what sets your final price.
What pushes a job above the typical range usually isn’t the sweep itself. It’s what the sweep turns up: a deteriorated flue that needs HeatShield resurfacing, a damaged cap that needs replacement, or a flue configuration that calls for a DuraFlex flexible liner. Cleaning visits here routinely convert to same-day repairs because we repair, not just inspect. One call covers the sweep, the fix, and your dryer vent too.
Key Takeaways
- Standard wood-burning chimney sweep in Fort Myers: roughly $150 to $290.
- Gas flue cleaning: roughly $95 to $180.
- Video level-two inspection: adds about $75 to $160.
- Dryer vent cleaning on the same visit: $80 to $150.
- Sweeps and inspections can turn into same-day repairs using professional-grade materials, and the written estimate sets the price.
Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how the line items stack up for a typical Fort Myers visit. These are estimated ranges for the local market. A short single-story chimney with easy roof access lands at the low end. A taller two-story stack, a tight roof pitch, or a flue that needs extra work moves toward the top.
| Service | Typical Estimated Range |
|---|---|
| Standard wood-burning chimney sweep (single flue) | $150 – $290 |
| Gas appliance flue cleaning | $95 – $180 |
| Level 2 video inspection (add-on) | $75 – $160 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $80 – $150 |
| Gelco chimney cap replacement (part + install) | $150 – $400 |
| HeatShield ceramic flue resurfacing | $900 – $1,800 |
| DuraFlex flexible liner install (complex/offset flue) | $2,000 – $4,500 |
The biggest swing is flue condition. A sweep that stays a sweep sits in the $150 to $290 band. The moment a liner is cracked, sections are missing mortar, or the cap has rusted through, the job moves into repair territory. That’s why we stock Gelco caps and Famco venting components: a good share of these fixes get completed on the same visit rather than scheduled out.
Liner work is where homeowners most often get sticker shock. It’s also where the right material saves money. HeatShield resurfacing can restore a damaged clay flue without tearing out masonry, which costs far less than a full reline and far less than demolition. When a flue has offsets or bends that a rigid liner can’t pass, a DuraFlex flexible liner lets us reline the complex configuration instead of cutting into the structure.
Home: Fort Myers Chimney Sweep is a dedicated chimney and sweep service, so the sweep, the repair, and the dryer vent all run through one call. You can also review what we handle in Fort Myers.
What Affects Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Pricing in Fort Myers
Six things move the number up or down on a Fort Myers chimney job. The written estimate weighs all of them before you commit to anything.
- How much creosote has built up. Light soot sweeps quickly. Glazed, tar-like creosote takes longer to remove and calls for more careful scraping, which pushes a routine $150 to $290 sweep toward the top of the range.
- Chimney height and roof access. A single-story ranch with a gentle roof is quick. A taller two-story stack or a steep pitch means more setup and safety rigging, and that time shows up in the estimate.
- Number of flues. A fireplace plus a separate furnace or water-heater flue is two sweeps, not one. Multi-flue homes in older Fort Myers neighborhoods often fit this.
- Fuel type. Wood-burning fireplaces carry the most creosote. Gas appliances run cleaner, so a gas flue cleaning typically costs less at $95 to $180.
- Condition of the liner and cap. When the sweep reveals a deteriorated liner or a rusted cap, a Gelco cap or HeatShield resurfacing becomes part of the visit and raises the total. Catching it early keeps the number small.
- Dryer vent add-on. Adding dryer vent cleaning to the same trip runs $80 to $150 and saves a separate contractor visit. It also addresses the appliance fire risk most homes overlook.
The local climate matters less than people assume. Fort Myers doesn’t see hard freezes, so masonry spalling from freeze-thaw isn’t the driver here. What we do see is heavy seasonal fireplace use during the mild winter and long humid stretches the rest of the year, and that pattern plays out differently than a northern climate. Summer humidity keeps the chimney damper closed and the firebox idle, while the busy sweep season runs when the first cool evenings arrive. Scheduling before that rush means a more open calendar and a proper inspection rather than a quick pass.
How to Save on Chimney Cleaning & Sweep
You can’t sweep your own flue safely, but you can control when and how the job gets done, and that affects the bill.
- Book the sweep before the cool-season rush. A scheduled cleaning in the off months keeps you in the standard $150 to $290 range instead of scrambling when everyone calls at once.
- Bundle the dryer vent. Doing the dryer vent in the same visit adds $80 to $150 instead of a separate trip, and it clears lint buildup that’s the leading cause of dryer fires.
- Catch small problems early. A cracked cap is a $150 to $400 Gelco replacement now and water damage to the flue later. A sweep with a level-two inspection finds these before they grow.
- Avoid the full-reline bill when resurfacing works. When a flue qualifies, HeatShield resurfacing at $900 to $1,800 costs far less than a full reline, and it’s the professional-grade alternative to demolition.
- Get the free estimate in writing. Upfront pricing means you see the sweep price and any recommended repair as separate line items before work starts. Call (844) 834-3136 to get one.
We work with professional-trade materials because a sweep on a sound flue is cheap, and a sweep on a failing flue is where the real cost hides. Checking liner integrity during the visit is what protects the next inspection from turning into a major repair bill.
FAQs – Chimney Cleaning & Sweep Cost
How much does a chimney sweep cost in Fort Myers?
A standard wood-burning chimney sweep in Fort Myers typically runs $150 to $290, and a gas flue cleaning is usually $95 to $180. The written estimate confirms the exact price for your flue before any work begins. Call (844) 834-3136 for a free estimate.
Can you come today?
We can often schedule a visit for the same day, so call early and we’ll find the earliest opening. We answer 24/7, and fast dispatch runs from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Call (844) 834-3136 to check availability.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a chimney flue?
Repair is usually cheaper when the flue qualifies. HeatShield resurfacing runs about $900 to $1,800, while a full DuraFlex reline for a complex flue runs $2,000 to $4,500, so resurfacing saves meaningfully when the structure allows it. Call (844) 834-3136 and we’ll tell you which applies to your flue.
How much does a level-two chimney inspection cost in Fort Myers?
A level-two video inspection typically adds $75 to $160 to a sweep. It’s the inspection that reveals hidden liner cracks and offsets, and it’s worth pairing with the cleaning so nothing gets missed. Call (844) 834-3136 for a free estimate that includes the inspection.
Does dryer vent cleaning cost extra?
Dryer vent cleaning on the same visit runs $80 to $150. Tack it onto the chimney sweep and you skip a separate appointment while clearing the lint that builds up inside the vent. Call (844) 834-3136 to add it to your free estimate.
For a sweep, a repair, or both in one visit, reach out and get a clear written estimate. Our technicians have up to 9 years of experience, we’re licensed and insured, and we handle the sweep, the repair, and the dryer vent in-house. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch, 7am-7pm, Sunday through Friday. Call (844) 834-3136 for a free estimate.
Written by the team at Fort Myers Chimney Sweep.
Pricing reflects the Fort Myers market as of 2026. Fort Myers Chimney Sweep offers free estimates – call (844) 834-3136.
What Our Customers Say
"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
- Hector Morales"Thorough sweep and a clear report. He was running late from the job before and arrived near the end of the window, though he did call to warn me."
- Adriana Ramirez"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
- Darius Whitfield