Chimney Inspection cost · Renton & South King County, WA
$99 plus tax
What we charge for chimney inspection.
Elsewhere in South King County it typically runs $121–$855. Market rates observed in South King County (King County, WA), surveyed October 4, 2026 — not our quote.
We charge $99 plus tax for a chimney inspection in Renton and South King County, credited toward the job if you approve our quote. Level 1 visual; Level 2 adds a full camera scan. You get a written report and a written, itemized quote with photos before any work starts.
What the price includes
What we charge for each service. Chimney Inspection is highlighted.
| Service | What we charge | Typical South King County price | When you need it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimney Sweep | $189–$459 | $70–$350 | Annual maintenance, or you burn regularly and it has been a year |
| Chimney Inspection | $99 plus tax | $121–$855 | Buying or selling a house, after a chimney fire, or before a new appliance |
| Chimney Relining | From $1,900 | no South King County data published | Cracked clay liner, an unlined chimney, or fitting a stove or insert |
| Chimney Repair | From $375 | $111–$3,000 | Cracked bricks, open mortar joints, a leaning or spalling stack |
| Chimney Cap Installation | $265–$850 | $149–$349 | Missing or rusted cap, rain or animals getting into the flue |
| Masonry Repair (Crown / Repointing) | From $425 | $150–$300 | Cracked or crumbling crown, failing mortar joints across the stack |
| Chimney Waterproofing | $320–$795 | no South King County data published | White staining on the brick, or damp showing inside |
| Chimney Flashing Repair | $330–$1,500 | $300–$400 | Water stains on the ceiling around the chimney |
| Gas Fireplace Service | $189–$475 | no South King County data published | Annual service, or the unit will not light or stay lit |
| Creosote Removal | From $245 | no South King County data published | Several seasons since the last sweep, or a hard glaze in the flue |
| Dryer Vent Cleaning | $105–$259 | $129–$199 | Clothes need two cycles, or it has been over a year |
| Air Duct Cleaning | From $535 | $388–$450 | After a renovation, or after water damage |
Market rates observed in South King County (King County, WA), surveyed October 4, 2026 — not our quote. Sources: Chimcare — Chimney Sweep in Snoqualmie, WA, Chimcare — Local Chimney Sweep and Cleaning in Kent, WA, Chimney 360 Services — Chimney Sweep in Maple Valley, Chimney 360 Services — Chimney Sweep in Renton, Chimneyz LLC — Chimney Sweep Kent, WA, Homeyou — Air Duct Cleaning in Renton, WA costs, Homeyou — Chimney Repair in Maple Valley, WA costs, Homeyou — Chimney Repair in Renton, WA costs, Homeyou — Chimney Repair in Snoqualmie, WA costs, Homeyou — Chimney Sweeping in Renton, WA costs, Homeyou — Fireplace Repair in Renton, WA costs.
Published by others — not our quote
Figures published by other companies and cost guides, local first, national for context. Not our quote.
$199–$299 per chimney
Renton/Southeast King · Not our quote
Renton page: 'Level 2 Video Inspection: $199–$299'. Its Kent page lists a camera inspection add-on at $75–$125. No date on page.
$121–$855 per chimney
Renton/Southeast King · Not our quote
Homeyou Renton: camera inspection during cleaning '$121 to $855' (guide updated September 27, 2026). Modeled estimate with a very wide range.
$260–$460 per chimney
US national · Not our quote
Level 2 inspection, national pricing guide (updated January 22, 2026); Level 1 inspection only $160–$300, Level 3 $500–$800, camera liner inspection add-on $100–$250.
$100–$500 per chimney
US national · Not our quote
National range, average $400; Level 1 $85–$950 depending on size and type. Update date not captured on this read.
Every figure below is published by a third party. Not our quote.
A typical job, at our prices
You want the chimney checked before the season, or before buying or selling a house.
| Step | Cost |
|---|---|
| On-site inspectionFlue, firebox, crown, cap and flashing checked, per chimney | $99 |
| Written report with photosWhat we found, sent after the visit | included |
| Written, itemized quoteOnly if work is needed — you decide | included |
The total came to $99 before sales tax. If you approve a quote for the work, those $99 are credited toward it.
Published figures, not our quote: Chimney 360 Services — Chimney Sweep in Renton: $199–$299 per chimney (Renton/Southeast King, accessed 2026-10-04); Homeyou — Chimney Sweeping in Renton, WA costs: $121–$855 per chimney (Renton/Southeast King, accessed 2026-10-04); Housecall Pro — Chimney Cleaning Prices 2026: $260–$460 per chimney (US national, accessed 2026-10-04); Fixr — Chimney Inspection Cost: $100–$500 per chimney (US national, accessed 2026-10-04). Not our quote — what we charge is shown at the top of this page.
NFPA 211, as quoted by CSIA, states that chimneys, fireplaces and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits and correct clearances; CSIA recommends sweeping masonry fireplaces at 1/8 inch of sooty buildup, sooner if glaze is present. The State Fire Marshal likewise advises annual professional inspection and cleaning.
Common questions
The exact price for your chimney is set on site, in writing, after the $99 plus tax inspection. Our FAQ covers booking, the inspection and where we work.
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