I’m intimidated by how much it will cost to remove a fireplace, so I’d rather keep mine in good shape. Toronto winters aren’t exactly the time for a smoky surprise!
Older Cabbagetown chimneys can hide creosote, cracked brickwork, or even an unwanted furry tenant. New homeowners may need an inspection for insurance, too.
The best chimney sweep in Toronto can clear blockages, assess the flue, and spot drafting issues. I checked out some reputable ones to find the right expert to get my fireplace winter-ready (and, hopefully, yours, too).
How much does it cost to hire a chimney sweep in Toronto?
A professional chimney cleaning in Toronto usually costs $150 to $400 CAD. A standard residential job averages around $250 CAD.
A gas fireplace flue may cost $150 to $250 CAD. Cleaning a standard wood-burning fireplace ranges from $180 to $350 CAD.
Wood stoves and inserts typically cost $289 to $449 CAD. A full cleaning with an inspection may run from $200 to $450 CAD.
Severe blockages can push the bill up to $1,000 CAD. Animal removal generally costs $200 to $600 CAD.
How I Reviewed
1. Top Hat Chimney
Address: 24 Goskin Ct, Scarborough
Contact: 416-785-9003 | [email protected]
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–4 PM
If your chimney needs more than a quick brush-up, Top Hat Chimney is a strong one-stop option. This family-run company has served Toronto and the GTA since 1978.
Its team handles sweeping, repairs, stainless-steel liners, animal blockages, and full chimney rebuilds. The company’s technicians are fully insured and WETT-certified, which adds welcome reassurance.
I like the practical touches included with a standard sweep. The technician cleans the flue, smoke chamber, and smoke shelf, then performs a basic visual inspection.
If needed, they’ll adjust the damper while they’re there. Ground sheets and a specialized vacuum help keep the soot in its lane and off your rugs.
The catch is that the included visual check isn’t a detailed WETT code-compliance inspection. You’ll need to book that separately if your insurer or home sale requires a formal report.
Pros
- Family-run company serving Toronto and the GTA since 1978
- Offers sweeping, repairs, liners, blockage removal, and rebuilding
- Technicians are reportedly insured and WETT-certified
- Uses ground sheets and a specialized vacuum
- Includes damper adjustment when necessary
- Provides a basic visual inspection with sweeping
Cons
- Detailed WETT inspections must be booked separately
- Closed on weekends
“We highly recommend Top Hat Chimney Sweeps”
For many years we have relied on the excellent service and quality of work offered by Top Hat Chimney Sweeps in keeping our firebox and flue clean and safe from any potential hazards.
Knowing that we can burn safely over the winter months is a result of the professional and courteous work performed by the technicians, Greg or Adam.
We highly recommend Top Hat Chimney Sweeps.
Cathy & Drew
— Cathy C | Google Review
“Dealing with “Top Hat Chimney” is absolute pleasure”
Excellent service! These guys are very professional and friendly. Running a house, one always has to deal with different services and I have to say dealing with “Top Hat Chimney” is absolute pleasure.
They are punctual, always do exactly what they say, and of course the job is done. We have a wood fireplace and have been using the services of “Top Hat Chimney” for as long as I can remember – never had any issues.
I strongly recommend Top Hat Chimney!
— Ellebellefitness | Google Review
2. John’s Chimney Service
Address: 19 Shaunavon Heights Cres, North York
Contact: 416-445-4329 | [email protected]
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–5 PM
Older fireplaces have a talent for hiding expensive trouble until soot starts flying or bricks begin crumbling. That’s why John’s Chimney Service caught my eye as a practical all-rounder for GTA homes.
The family-run business has handled chimney and fireplace work since 1970, bringing more than five decades of experience.
Its services cover sweeping, vacuum cleaning, blocked chimneys, firebox repairs, dampers, rain caps, and liners.
John holds a TSSA G2 gas technician certificate, adding qualified gas-fitting knowledge to the mix. The company also lists Metropolitan Licence B20659 for chimney repairs, so fewer jobs need a contractor relay race.
The main snag for me is the schedule, as appointments are only from 9 AM to 5 PM. Saturday hours help, but there are no evening or Sunday appointments, either.
Pros
- Family-run business operating since 1970
- Over five decades of chimney-service experience
- Offers sweeping and vacuum cleaning
- Handles fireboxes, dampers, liners, and rain caps
- Clears chimney blockages
- John is listed as a TSSA G2 gas technician
- Saturday appointments are available
Cons
- No evening appointments
- Closed on Sundays
“Like clockwork, John arrived and swept my fireplace”
In a world full of companies who don’t care, I loved so many things about dealing with John’s Chimney Service. The phone was answered promptly, the woman was pleasant, helpful and rates were reasonable. Today like clockwork, John arrived, swept my fireplace and gave me a few tips about having indoor files and where to get wood. He left the place as clean as it was when he arrived, and although they didn’t ask, I am happy to recommend them to anyone who follows my reviews and needs their chimney’s swept. Thank you John’s Chimney Service!
— Sue Sutcliffe | Google Review
“John’s Chimney Service is for you”
Had the pleasure of dealing with John’s Chimney Service to inspect my fireplace and to get a sweep. Knowing nothing about fireplaces, I was first greeted by Madeline, who kindly explained the entire process to me. Ultimately John came in and did everything, leaving no ash or any mess behind. If you like businesses that are run by honest, hardworking folks, John’s Chimney Service is for you. Would gladly give them my business again!
— S O | Google Review
3. Chimney Sweep Toronto
Areas Served: Toronto, ON, Canada
Contact: (647) 584-9117
Hours: Daily, 7 AM to 10 PM (24/7 emergency services)
Smoke curling back into the living room can turn fireplace night into a frantic window-opening workout. Chimney Sweep Toronto caught my attention with daily 7 AM–10 PM hours and advertised 24/7 emergency assistance.
The company puts sweeping front and centre, covering creosote, soot, debris, and troublesome blockages.
It offers chimney inspections and gas-fireplace maintenance, giving homeowners a useful mix of wood- and gas-system services.
I like that its range goes beyond wielding a very long brush. The team advertises chimney-cap work, masonry repairs, and fireplace servicing, which may spare you a second contractor search.
Those long Toronto winter nights come with a cutoff, though. Regular service ends at 10 PM, with overnight help geared only for emergencies.
Pros
- Open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM
- Advertises 24/7 emergency assistance
- Provides chimney sweeping and inspections
- Handles creosote, soot, debris, and blockages
- Offers gas-fireplace cleaning and maintenance
- Handles chimney-cap and masonry work
Cons
- Regular service ends at 10 PM, despite Toronto’s long winter nights
- Overnight help is for emergencies only
“The results were INCREDIBLE”
Kyryl did an amazing job. He is friendly, personable and very knowledgeable.
Kyryl diagnosed our fireplace/chimney, made recommendations and did an excellent job with the cleaning. Kyryl did the safety repairs and upgrades to maintain a safe fireplace/chimney for us.
Kyryl explained the process, took us through the steps and showed us the buildup we were breathing in. The results were INCREDIBLE. What a difference!
Kyryl gave us a great price and ensured we were happy with his work.
Highly recommend their services; make sure you ask for Kyryl.
Thanks, Kyryl, for all your help!
— Marini Madison | Google Review
“The job was done with perfection”
The job was done with perfection. The tech, “K”, was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything adequately. The chimney seems to be working much more efficiently to date. K stated if any problems to call him for a follow up. Much appreciated.
— David McCarthy | Google Review
4. A1 Quality Chimney Cleaning & Repair
Address: 48 Fieldway Rd, Etobicoke
Contact: 416-231-6560 | [email protected] | Fax: (416) 231-6561
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–7 PM; Saturday, 9 AM–5 PM
Buying or selling a home with a wood-burning fireplace can add another spark of stress to the paperwork pile. A1 Quality Chimney caught my eye because it offers WETT inspections alongside cleaning, draft troubleshooting, and rebuilding.
With more than 40 years in business, this crew brings plenty of soot-season experience. The company has served over 60,000 customers across Toronto and surrounding areas.
Its sweeps use oversized custom brushes and interlocking fibreglass poles from the fireplace to the cap. I like that every cleaning includes checks for proper clearances, drafting, and venting.
Cleaning prices can be quoted by phone, while the process is designed to contain soot and debris. That’s reassuring when cream-coloured rugs are anywhere near the hearth.
However, home sellers facing a tight closing deadline should allow 24–48 hours for the WETT report. Sunday closure may make weekend scheduling trickier, too.
Pros
- More than 40 years of industry experience
- Reports serving over 60,000 customers
- Offers sweeping, WETT inspections, and rebuilding
- Troubleshoots drafting and venting problems
- Uses oversized brushes and interlocking fibreglass poles
- Includes safety and clearance checks with cleaning
- Provides cleaning quotes by phone
- Uses a process designed to contain soot and debris
Cons
- WETT reports take approximately 24–48 hours
- Closed on Sundays
“I can’t say enough good things about A1!”
I can’t say enough good things about A1! They came to our house twice to inspect and clean our chimney, which had not been used in years. Jacob came by the first time, and Owen the second time. They were both incredibly friendly, helpful, efficient and transparent about pricing. They never tried to upsell us, which I appreciated. They took the time to explain everything they were doing, and cleaned our chimney so that it was functional again! I would highly recommend A1 and will continue to use them for future chimney sweeps.
— Emma Cottreau | Google Review
“They do a fantastic job, clean up after”
Every year for the past 10 years I have my chimney cleaned and inspected by A1. They do a fantastic job and clean up after. Very friendly personnel and will tell you if anything extra needs to be done.
— Kat W | Google Review
5. Pro Handy Solutions
Address: 12 Virgilwood Dr, North York
Contact: 647-325-6554 | [email protected]
Hours: Available 24/7, including holidays
Wood stove inserts can turn a simple sweep into a soot-filled puzzle, especially when pipe sections need to come apart. Pro Handy Solutions caught my eye because its deep-cleaning setup is designed to keep that black cloud contained.
The company identifies Dan as a WETT-certified chimney sweep. For deep sweeps, he uses a soot tent, protective sheets, and a HEPA-filter vacuum before tackling the flue.
Removable stove-pipe sections are taken outdoors, while a double-drilled rotary system powers through the main flue.
I like that the team handles animal removal and fits chimney caps, too!
The company advertises 24/7 support, including holidays. That’s handy when the chimney chooses Christmas morning to start acting up.
The catch is that basic cleaning covers only the firebox and damper face, not the chimney’s full height. It’s ideal to book the deep sweep for top-to-bottom cleaning.
Pros
- Dan is a WETT-certified chimney sweep
- Uses a soot tent and protective sheets for deep sweeps
- Uses a HEPA-filter vacuum
- Cleans removable stove-pipe sections outdoors
- Power-sweeps the main flue with a rotary system
- Handles animal removal and chimney-cap installation
- Advertises 24/7 support, including holidays
Cons
- Basic cleaning covers only the firebox and damper face
- Full-height cleaning requires the deep-sweep option
“Excellent chimney sweep and dryer vent clean-out”
Excellent chimney sweep and dryer vent clean-out. Dan was punctual, professional, and incredibly thorough, leaving everything spotless. He provided helpful maintenance tips to ensure my home’s safety against fire hazards. Highly recommend this service for anyone in Toronto; it’s reliable, fairly priced, and gives real peace of mind.
— Linda Cianci | Google Review
“I would highly recommend using this company for your chimney needs”
Excellent customer service. Dan called me back quickly to set up an appointment. He arrived on time and was very courteous. The work was done quickly with no cleanup needed after. He provided a detailed report and an instructional video at the end. I would highly recommend using this company for your chimney needs.
— Catherine Hyatali | Google Review
