16 July 2026

What does chimney sweeping cost in 2026?

All price guides in one place: per flue, on subscription and for an inspection or nest — plus the 5 factors that drive the price.

Chimney sweeping in 2026 costs on average € 60 to € 100 per flue. Choose a sweeping subscription — the same professional, automatically on route every year — and you pay € 55 to € 90 per visit.

The price depends on five factors: the number of flues, the flue type (masonry, liner or twin-wall), the fuel (wood produces more soot and creosote than gas or pellets), the time since the last sweep, and accessibility — a flue that can only be swept via the roof takes more time. Also remember the flue must be cold: don't light a fire for at least 24 hours before the appointment.

Beyond the sweep itself there are three common follow-up jobs. A flue camera inspection costs € 80 to € 150 and reveals cracks and deposits that stay invisible from the outside. Bird's nest removal costs € 100 to € 250, depending on how deep the nest sits. And for stove and flue advice with minor maintenance expect € 75 to € 200 per visit.

Request multiple quotes: differences between companies run up to 40% for exactly the same job, especially in peak season. Set a quote against the price index before you agree to it.