Prairie Grove Chimney Service
Brick chimney on a home served by Prairie Grove Chimney Service in Chicago, IL

Chimney Sweep in Chicago, IL

Certified technicians who protect your floors, trap every speck of soot, and hold same-week openings for local homeowners.

Family tradeIndependently owned since 2009
Certified techniciansIn-house training before any solo job
Same-week appointmentsMorning and afternoon slots available
Clean workDrop cloths down, soot contained
Our services

Six services, all handled with care

Chimney Sweeping

Most requested

We clean the flue from top to bottom and vacuum all soot so your fireplace pulls a proper draft and operates safely.

Includes: Full flue brushing, smoke chamber, firebox, damper inspection, photo documentation.

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Masonry Repair

We replace crumbling mortar, restore worn crowns, and waterproof the brickwork before moisture causes deeper damage.

Includes: Tuckpointing, crown restoration, flashing inspection, waterproofing.

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Wood Stove Service

A thorough cleaning and safety review for wood and pellet stoves, covering the stovepipe through the door seal.

Includes: Stovepipe cleaning, baffle inspection, gasket and door seal review.

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Dryer Vent Cleaning

Lint accumulation reduces airflow and creates a real fire risk, so we clear the entire path from dryer to outside wall.

Includes: End-to-end brushing, airflow verification, exterior flap inspection.

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Chimney Cap Installation

A properly sized stainless cap blocks rain, wildlife, and debris from entering the flue and prevents downdrafts.

Includes: Sizing, stainless steel cap, spark screen, secure fastening.

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Chimney Inspection

A thorough review of the flue, crown, liner, and firebox, with detailed notes on anything that requires attention.

Includes: Camera scan of the liner, written findings, photo documentation.

Book Inspection
A quick guide

Not sure which service fits?

Smoke odor in the living room Chimney Sweeping
Buying or selling a house Chimney Inspection
Water marks around the fireplace Masonry Repair
Birds or squirrels in the flue Chimney Cap Installation
Dryer takes two cycles to dry Dryer Vent Cleaning
Smoke leaking from the wood stove Wood Stove Service

Six reasons homeowners hold on to our number

Certified technicians

Every sweep on our team is certified and mentored in-house before handling a job on their own.

Photo documentation

You see exactly what we find: images of the flue, crown, and cap included with every visit.

Honest answers

We let you know what requires attention today and what can safely hold off.

Family owned

Operated by the same family since 2009. Not a franchise, and never will be.

Punctual windows

You get a two-hour window and a heads-up call when we are headed your way.

Clean, every visit

Drop cloths, shoe covers, and a HEPA vacuum running the entire time we are inside.

On every visit

What we look at, and what to watch for at home

Items we review on every visit

i.Flue liner integrity
ii.Creosote accumulation
iii.Damper function
iv.Smoke chamber and smoke shelf
v.Firebox masonry and joints
vi.Chimney crown condition
vii.Cap and spark arrestor
viii.Flashing where the chimney meets the roof

Warning signs your chimney needs service

i.Smoke rolling into the room
ii.A campfire smell when the fireplace is not in use
iii.Dark flakes falling into the firebox
iv.Fires that struggle to light or stay burning
v.Water marks near the chimney area
vi.Deteriorating mortar or shifting bricks
vii.Scratching or chirping sounds from the flue
viii.White residue on the outside brickwork
What homeowners are sayingThree recent jobs
“Caught a cracked flue tile the previous company overlooked, showed me the pictures, and laid out my choices without pushing anything.”
David R. — inspection before buying a house
“Our dryer went from needing two full cycles down to one the same day they finished the vent.”
Renee B. — dryer vent cleaning
“The technician went through every photo in the report and told me honestly what could wait until the spring.”
Paul H. — chimney inspection
Where we work

Our service area

Proudly serving Chicago, IL and nearby communities, including: Not on the list? call (872) 366-9720 and we will let you know straight away.

Cicero · Stickney · Berwyn · Oak Park · Riverside · Forest Park · Lyons · North Riverside · Summit · Hometown · Burbank · River Forest · Evergreen Park · Brookfield · Maywood

Before the season turns

Set before the first freeze?

Late summer and early fall fill up quickly. Reserve your slot before the season changes.

Book a Cleaning

or call (872) 366-9720

Find us on the map

310 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607