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CSIA-Certified • 4.8★ from 164 homeowners

Chimney Cleaning in San Francisco, CA

Before you light that first fire, get it swept and looked at. Creosote builds up with every burn, quietly — and it's the leading cause of chimney fires.

Free inspection · No service fee · No obligation

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  • ⭐ 4.8 (164 reviews)
  • ⏱️ Same-Day Visits
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Key Takeaways

  • Free inspection & estimate in San Francisco — no service call fee
  • CSIA-certified, licensed & insured techs
  • Same-day & next-day; the tech calls ahead
  • Upfront price on site — you only pay if you book
  • 4.8★ from 164 homeowners

Looking for chimney cleaning in San Francisco, CA? Clear Path Chimneys serves San Francisco and the surrounding San Francisco County area. SF's coastal damp works into masonry and liners, and Spare the Air days limit wood burning — a sweep and inspection keeps you compliant and dry. Every visit starts with a free inspection and an upfront price on site — no service call fee, and you only pay if you book.

Which fix fits your situation?

If you use it regularly, an annual sweep is enough — same-day and low-cost.

If it has been years or you just bought the home, add a Level 2 inspection; the trade-off is a little more now versus burning on an unknown flue.

If you only want a price, we give it on site after the free inspection, no obligation.

Not sure? Text a photo and a local San Francisco tech will tell you before any truck rolls.

What we handle

An annual sweep matters when you burn regularly; a Level 2 inspection matters when the home is newly bought or the flue history is unknown.

Serving San Francisco and nearby

We cover San Francisco neighborhoods including Inner Richmond, Laurel Heights, Presidio Heights, Lone Mountain, throughout San Francisco County, near the Presidio and Golden Gate Park.

What homeowners say

“The tech called before he came, showed me photos of the cracked crown right on his phone, and gave me the price on the spot. No pressure, no upsell. Honestly refreshing.”
— Dana M., New Haven, CT
“Our cap blew off in a storm and they were out the next morning. Clean, on time, and a good bit cheaper than the first quote I got. They left zero mess.”
— Robert P., Minneapolis, MN
“I'd been putting the chimney off for two winters. One free inspection and I finally knew what I was actually dealing with. Booked it before they left.”
— Allie T., Richmond, VA

How it works

STEP 1Call or text a photo. Tell us what you are seeing and your zip.
STEP 2A licensed tech comes out free and calls 30-60 min ahead.
STEP 3You get the price on site. Approve it or walk away — no fee.

Our work follows CSIA certification standards and NFPA 211 guidelines for chimney and venting safety.

Questions homeowners ask

How often should a chimney be cleaned?
Generally once a year if you use it; sooner if it has been a while or you just want to start using it.
Is the inspection free?
Yes, free inspection and estimate — you only pay if you book the cleaning.
Wood or gas?
We service both — just let us know which when you call.
How much does chimney cleaning cost in San Francisco?
It depends on what is needed. The inspection is free and you get the exact price on site before any work — you only pay if you book.

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Common questions

No smoke. No surprises.

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