Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. gabort71 / Getty Images The average chimney cleaning cost is $220. Chimney cleaning costs range from $105 to $330. Chimney ...

From grand Victorian mansions to humble country homes, chimneys have a rich history of keeping homes warm and creating a more comfortable atmosphere. Historically, chimney sweeping has been infamously ...

Q. I used my masonry fireplace as often as possible during winter to cut my utility bills. What should I do to minimize the amount of creosote buildup and what chimney problems should I look for now?

Dear Jim: I used my masonry fireplace as often as possible during winter to cut my utility bills. What should I do to minimize the amount of creosote buildup, and what chimney problems should I look ...

A: You can probably call a chimney sweeping company to find out. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one for sale anywhere. But cleaning a chimney is a difficult job if you don’t have all the right equipment ...