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Last update on April 27, 2025
Chimney sweeps in Cortland
We specialize in chimney repairs, masonry work, chimney sweeping, chimney inspections, chimney relining, tuckpointing, power washing, gutter cleaning, and some landscaping.
"Wonderful! Speedy service and reasonable price."
Kara M on January 2025
We specialize in chimney repairs, masonry work, chimney sweeping, chimney inspections, chimney relining, tuckpointing, power washing, gutter cleaning, and some landscaping.
"Wonderful! Speedy service and reasonable price."
Kara M on January 2025
Serving ME, Shamrock Chimney will provide you with a dedicated approach to ensure your chimney is kept clean and safe. Our team provides chimney solutions for every problem, protecting homes from dangers of leaking chimneys and flues. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
"Shamrock Chimney really exceeded my expectations during the inspection. From the start, their professionalism was clear, and they were incredibly thorough in their work. They took the time to explain exactly what needed to be done, all at a reasonable price. I highly recommend their services!"
Mercedes S on January 2025
Serving ME, Shamrock Chimney will provide you with a dedicated approach to ensure your chimney is kept clean and safe. Our team provides chimney solutions for every problem, protecting homes from dangers of leaking chimneys and flues. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
"Shamrock Chimney really exceeded my expectations during the inspection. From the start, their professionalism was clear, and they were incredibly thorough in their work. They took the time to explain exactly what needed to be done, all at a reasonable price. I highly recommend their services!"
Mercedes S on January 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I called for a free estimate, Justin came promtly and inspected the chimey. He showed me pictures of the problems and spelled out all the options. I explained to him that my cellar has floode due the problems and was anxious to get the repairs done. Justin quoted a price that was fair and much lower then any other estimates. To my surprise he said that he could do the job that day. He kept sending me pictures as the work progressed so I knew exactlywhat he was doing. He was professional and honest about what needed to be done. I was more then pleased with him and the company. I highly recommend .Chimneys are us."
Andrea R on March 2024
Choosing our company brings you the best of both worlds. We are a small family owned business with just as much experience as the big companies. Our technicians have over 30 years experience each and are also masons. Since we are a family owned business, we aren't just putting in our time at work, we put in our all every time. Don't forget about our no mess guarantee! What to expect with us: One of the first things we do before we start is put down a drop cloth to keep your home clean. After we've thoroughly cleaned and inspected the inside of your fireplace, we then check out the condition of the outside of the chimney. If we find anything wrong while we are on the roof, we will take pictures to show you. We will then go over a estimate with you to decide whether you'd like to proceed with the recommended repairs. Most repairs can be made the same day unless we need to special order some parts. Our customers say that we are courteous, prompt, fair, thorough and clean!
"I am very happy with the chimney tuckpointing job done by Fire It Up and Robert was very mindful of other areas of my home which a little tuckpointing was also needed. I will recommend Rob to my friends and family."
Barbara W on April 2025
Choosing our company brings you the best of both worlds. We are a small family owned business with just as much experience as the big companies. Our technicians have over 30 years experience each and are also masons. Since we are a family owned business, we aren't just putting in our time at work, we put in our all every time. Don't forget about our no mess guarantee! What to expect with us: One of the first things we do before we start is put down a drop cloth to keep your home clean. After we've thoroughly cleaned and inspected the inside of your fireplace, we then check out the condition of the outside of the chimney. If we find anything wrong while we are on the roof, we will take pictures to show you. We will then go over a estimate with you to decide whether you'd like to proceed with the recommended repairs. Most repairs can be made the same day unless we need to special order some parts. Our customers say that we are courteous, prompt, fair, thorough and clean!
"I am very happy with the chimney tuckpointing job done by Fire It Up and Robert was very mindful of other areas of my home which a little tuckpointing was also needed. I will recommend Rob to my friends and family."
Barbara W on April 2025
My name is Bo Banat I'm the owner/operator of Banat Handyman Services. I do all the work myself, you as a customer will deal only with one person which is me. My goal is quality work with affordable prices. I don't get paid until the job is done and you are happy, that being said if I'm not 100% sure I can do the job I simply tell you that. I offer referrals upon request, I'm looking forward to earn you trust and business.
My name is Bo Banat I'm the owner/operator of Banat Handyman Services. I do all the work myself, you as a customer will deal only with one person which is me. My goal is quality work with affordable prices. I don't get paid until the job is done and you are happy, that being said if I'm not 100% sure I can do the job I simply tell you that. I offer referrals upon request, I'm looking forward to earn you trust and business.
DBA: JONES CHIMNEY SWEEP.
"Ghosted me. Gave me a quote for a part and never explained why it would be $1200. Asked for an explanation politely, didn't hear back. Didn't even answer the phone. Made us miss holiday season fires. He can go take a long walk off a short dock."
Michael C on December 2024
DBA: JONES CHIMNEY SWEEP.
"Ghosted me. Gave me a quote for a part and never explained why it would be $1200. Asked for an explanation politely, didn't hear back. Didn't even answer the phone. Made us miss holiday season fires. He can go take a long walk off a short dock."
Michael C on December 2024
Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc. has won the Super Service Award 9 years in a row in 2016 - 2024. Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc. and its employees take pride in our work! Our priority is customer service. We are the #1 seamless gutter company in the state of Illinois. We're a tree service company too! We can get to any tree you have with our new Teupen Spider equipment! We are a full service contractor who specializes in 6" residential seamless gutters, gutter guard and we are the only contractor in Illinois who specializes in 7" commercial seamless gutters! At Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc. we can take care of all you metal work such as soffit, fascia, window capping, etc. We also do roofing, siding, windows, concrete, garages, room additions, decks, power washing, doors, windows and much more! We cover all of the Rockford and Peoria areas! For a quick response time, call 815.712.1227! Go to our website to see more---https://www.eliteseamlessguttersinc.com
"I have a two-story commercial building located in a downtown business district. We had a bad storm come through and the wind ripped part of the building down on two different sides. The damage was at the very top of the building which was about thirty feet above the sidewalk. Looking up at the building, you could see the exposed bricks, some of which were obviously loose. It wasn’t long before the city building inspector paid a visit and told me that the building was a safety hazard and had to be fixed immediately. I called Elite Seamless Gutters and talked to John. He came out the very next day to look at the building and even met with the building inspector. They got to work and had the job done in less than two days. The building inspector contacted me afterwards and said that the building was up to code and we were good to go. The whole process was simple and stress free. John was professional, and I will definitely call him again if I ever need anymore work done. Would highly recommend Elite Seamless Gutters."
Bernie L on March 2025
Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc. has won the Super Service Award 9 years in a row in 2016 - 2024. Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc. and its employees take pride in our work! Our priority is customer service. We are the #1 seamless gutter company in the state of Illinois. We're a tree service company too! We can get to any tree you have with our new Teupen Spider equipment! We are a full service contractor who specializes in 6" residential seamless gutters, gutter guard and we are the only contractor in Illinois who specializes in 7" commercial seamless gutters! At Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc. we can take care of all you metal work such as soffit, fascia, window capping, etc. We also do roofing, siding, windows, concrete, garages, room additions, decks, power washing, doors, windows and much more! We cover all of the Rockford and Peoria areas! For a quick response time, call 815.712.1227! Go to our website to see more---https://www.eliteseamlessguttersinc.com
"I have a two-story commercial building located in a downtown business district. We had a bad storm come through and the wind ripped part of the building down on two different sides. The damage was at the very top of the building which was about thirty feet above the sidewalk. Looking up at the building, you could see the exposed bricks, some of which were obviously loose. It wasn’t long before the city building inspector paid a visit and told me that the building was a safety hazard and had to be fixed immediately. I called Elite Seamless Gutters and talked to John. He came out the very next day to look at the building and even met with the building inspector. They got to work and had the job done in less than two days. The building inspector contacted me afterwards and said that the building was up to code and we were good to go. The whole process was simple and stress free. John was professional, and I will definitely call him again if I ever need anymore work done. Would highly recommend Elite Seamless Gutters."
Bernie L on March 2025
Premier Roofing and Siding provides high quality roofing and Siding in Rockford, Illinois and the surrounding areas. We offer complete roof repair, installation and maintenance.
Premier Roofing and Siding provides high quality roofing and Siding in Rockford, Illinois and the surrounding areas. We offer complete roof repair, installation and maintenance.
Five Star Painting specializes in interior and exterior painting, and accompanying services for the greater Yorkville, Oswego, and Plainfield areas. Our fully-insured, experienced painters professionally apply top quality materials. We can also easily handle light carpentry and minor drywall repairs. I consider communication essential to your satisfaction. As a hands-on owner, I'm always accessible to answer questions or concerns you may have throughout your painting project. We are bonded, insured and EPA lead certified and offer a written two year workmanship warranty. Schedule your free detailed estimate today. Methods of payment include checks, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover credit cards, or free financing to qualified individuals.
"Got a quote from 5 star Yorkville and was going to have them do the work . Was going to by the paint myself since it was on sale at Sherwin Williams. I asked Mike how many gallons I would need and he told me I have to sign the contract first. It felt like he thought I was trying to pull a fast one on him, but that was not the case at all. If that’s how you do business then I will go elsewhere which I did. I had a new contractor the same day and you lost out on a job you would oh had. As far as I’m concerned this was a bad business decision since there are a lot of contractors looking for businesses"
Rick J on August 2023
Five Star Painting specializes in interior and exterior painting, and accompanying services for the greater Yorkville, Oswego, and Plainfield areas. Our fully-insured, experienced painters professionally apply top quality materials. We can also easily handle light carpentry and minor drywall repairs. I consider communication essential to your satisfaction. As a hands-on owner, I'm always accessible to answer questions or concerns you may have throughout your painting project. We are bonded, insured and EPA lead certified and offer a written two year workmanship warranty. Schedule your free detailed estimate today. Methods of payment include checks, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover credit cards, or free financing to qualified individuals.
"Got a quote from 5 star Yorkville and was going to have them do the work . Was going to by the paint myself since it was on sale at Sherwin Williams. I asked Mike how many gallons I would need and he told me I have to sign the contract first. It felt like he thought I was trying to pull a fast one on him, but that was not the case at all. If that’s how you do business then I will go elsewhere which I did. I had a new contractor the same day and you lost out on a job you would oh had. As far as I’m concerned this was a bad business decision since there are a lot of contractors looking for businesses"
Rick J on August 2023
Chimney sweeping services FAQs
While it’s possible to sweep your own chimney, it’s usually not a good idea for two reasons. First, inexperienced DIYers are more likely to miss areas of the chimney, which still leaves the risk of house fire due to the remaining residue. Second, chimney sweeping seems like a simple process, but it’s highly dangerous. Soot and creosote are both carcinogenic and can cause breathing issues and lung damage. If you don’t take the same safety precautions that professionals do, you could be putting yourself at risk of serious bodily harm.
You should plan to ask your chimney sweeper questions about the cleaning process they intend to use, the project timeline, and more to get a sense of which professional is right for the job:
What is your process for cleaning chimneys?
How long will the process take?
Will you protect my floors from soot and debris?
Will you do a chimney inspection, too?
Do you have certification from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) or the National Fire Institute (NFI)?
Will you need access to my roof?
The average cost for a professional chimney cleaning is around $250, but prices range from $130 to $400 or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.
In some cases, you don’t need to do anything to prepare for chimney sweeping, but professionals always appreciate leaving the area clean and easy to access. As such, it’s a good idea to move fireplace accessories like screens and fire tending tools out of the way, and lay down tarps of drop cloths around your fireplace opening to help keep your floors clean. Laying down a plastic sheet under those cloths or tarps is a good idea if your fireplace is surrounded by carpeting, just to add extra protection. Finally, secure any pets or children away from the work area.
The National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) recommends chimney sweeping once per year as a means of avoiding house fires and massive property damage. Over time, creosote and soot build up in your chimney from burning wood and a lack of ventilation. These compounds are both highly flammable, which means a build-up of them inside your chimney puts you at an increased risk of house fire. Chimney sweeping removes any residue and helps reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury from fire.
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