Tajmahome

Chimney Sweep & Repair in Rochester, NY

Compare 4 local chimney sweep & repair pros. Typical service: $151–$403.

Top Chimney Sweep & Repair Companies in Rochester

  1. 1.Empire Chimney and Services

    4.2★ (10 reviews)

    4.2★ from 10 reviews

    +15853256472Website

  2. 2.Lake Affect Magazine Wood Stove Cleaning Specialist, NY 14607

    3.3★ (3 reviews)

    3.3★ from 3 reviews

    +15852124229

  3. 3.Hadaly Junk Hauling

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +15855159986

  4. 4.CrownChimney Sweep

    +12344609515

Chimney Sweep & Repair Cost in Rochester

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

ServiceTypical range in Rochester
Chimney sweep and level 1 inspection$151–$403/job
Level 2 camera inspection$252–$605/job

Chimney Sweep & Repair prices in Rochester run about 1% 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 Rochester, rated 2.8★ on average across 14 customer reviews.

Rochester Climate & Seasonal Timing

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

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 17
Annual precipitation
34.27"
Heating degree days
6,646
Cooling degree days
539
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.6°31.7°2.41"
Feb18.6°34.1°1.95"
Mar25.8°42.8°2.5"
Apr36.6°56°2.73"
May46.3°67.6°2.87"
Jun55.9°76.6°3.34"
Jul60.7°81°3.33"
Aug59.5°79.1°3.47"
Sep52°71.6°3.38"
Oct41.5°59.6°2.72"
Nov33°48°2.94"
Dec23.5°36.5°2.63"

NOAA station data 4.69 miles from Rochester.

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 Rochester

How much does a chimney sweep cost in Rochester?

A chimney sweep with a basic inspection in Rochester typically runs $151-$403.

How many chimney sweeps serve Rochester?

We track 4 chimney sweep companies serving Rochester.

Is a chimney sweep in Rochester more expensive than average?

Service labor in Rochester runs about +0.8% versus the national average.

How often should a chimney be swept in Rochester?

Once a year if you burn regularly; Rochester sees about 6,646 heating degree days a year, and more fires mean more creosote.

When should I book a chimney sweep in Rochester?

Late summer or early fall, before Rochester winter lows near 18F 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 Rochester; relining or rebuilding a chimney usually does.

What is a level 2 chimney inspection in Rochester?

A camera inspection of the flue, required when a Rochester home is sold or after a chimney fire; it costs more than the $151-$403 standard sweep.

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

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