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Greater Sydney

Chimney cleaners based across the regions of Greater Sydney.

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Where the chimney cleaners are

13chimney cleaners

  1. Blue Mountains & Outer West3
  2. Greater Blacktown2
  3. Inner West Sydney2
  4. Sydney CBD & Inner South2
  5. Baulkham Hills & Hawkesbury1

+ 3 more regions in Greater Sydney

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Regional NSW

Chimney cleaners based in the regions outside Greater Sydney.

Where the chimney cleaners are

25chimney cleaners

  1. Capital Region6
  2. Mid North Coast3
  3. Richmond & Tweed3
  4. Central Coast2
  5. Hunter Valley2

+ 7 more regions in Regional NSW

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What to expect when hiring chimney cleaners in New South Wales

Where chimney cleaners in New South Wales are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where chimney cleaners are based in New South Wales

Capital Region has the most chimney cleaners in New South Wales, while jobs in 8 regions (including Eastern Suburbs and Far West & Orana) will need tradies to travel in.

Chimney cleaners based in each region

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The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.

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New South Wales: where chimney cleaners are basedMap of 28 New South Wales regions from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Regions are shaded from light to dark teal by how many chimney cleaners are based there compared with the rest of the state; white regions have none listed. A list of regions grouped by band follows the map.
Region boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good chimney cleaner in New South Wales

New South Wales has plenty of well-reviewed chimney cleaners to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.

Most chimney cleaners here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical chimney cleaner has 7 reviews. Of the 31 rated chimney cleaners based in New South Wales, 5 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.

SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.

average rating
4.52
typical reviews
7
what the best have
4.8★ · 20+

Star rating

55% of chimney cleaners here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 7 or fewer reviews

Best: 20+ reviews

What chimney cleaning costs

Across Australia, chimney cleaning typically runs $187 – $380 for chimney sweep, and $187 – $308 for fireplace safety inspection.

Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for New South Wales. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number. It's free.

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What's in a good Chimney Cleaning quote?

A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each chimney cleaner's quote covers before you choose.

Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.

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    Fixed price

    A firm price before they arrive, not 'quote on the day'.

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    Itemised scope

    Flue brushing, HEPA vacuum, firebox clean and cap inspection.

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    Insurance

    Public liability cover before they go on your roof.

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    Add-on pricing

    Separate lines for nest removal, CCTV or heavy creosote.

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    Written report

    A condition report with photos after the clean.

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    Compliance certificate

    Proof the chimney was cleaned, for your insurer.

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Hiring a chimney cleaner in NSW

What the law requires before and after you sign.

Chimney cleaners need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.

The licence for chimney cleaning is the minor maintenance and cleaning licence. NSW has no separate chimney sweep licence.

Licence
Contractor licence (minor maintenance and cleaning)
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Written contractover$5,000large job contract over $20,000

Prices include GST. A small job contract is a shorter form with the basic information.

Applies to chimney cleaning jobs.

Deposit capup to10%

A deposit is any payment you make before work starts.

Applies to jobs over $5,000. The cap does not apply to smaller jobs.

Home warranty insuranceover$20,000minimum cover $340,000

The price includes GST. The minimum cover is for each home.

Applies to chimney cleaning jobs.

Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $20,000

You can cancel the contract in writing. The time starts when you get a copy of the signed contract.

Applies to chimney cleaning jobs. The price includes GST.

Sources: nsw.gov.au, Home Building Regulation 2014, Home Building Act 1989. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring chimney cleaners

How much do chimney cleaners typically charge?
Costs for chimney cleaning vary widely depending on the work required. A standard sweep is typically simpler than blockage removal or jobs needing repairs, and the number of flues, access and condition of the flue all affect time and materials. This page shows live pricing for jobs in your area.
Do chimney cleaners charge call-out fees?
Call-out fees are common to cover travel and the initial inspection. Most chimney cleaners also charge an hourly labour rate, and after-hours or emergency attendance usually attracts higher rates. It's worth confirming any call-out, minimum charge or after-hours loading when requesting quotes.
What qualifications should I look for in a chimney cleaner?
Chimney cleaning is generally unlicensed, so look for an ABN and evidence of adequate public liability insurance plus voluntary industry credentials. Membership of bodies like the Australian Home Heating Association or voluntary certifications such as Guild or Institute of Chimney Sweeps are useful indicators, and a written service report after the clean is often provided.

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We email you your estimate and a link to your job. Up to 3 local tradies can take it and contact you to quote; only they get your name, phone and email, and you choose who to hire, if anyone. Read the full answer
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Do I have to hire one of the tradies?
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Does SureQuote check tradies' licences and insurance?
We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

Questions about chimney cleaning in NSW

Do chimney cleaners need a licence in NSW?

Chimney cleaners need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.

The licence for chimney cleaning is the minor maintenance and cleaning licence. NSW has no separate chimney sweep licence.

The licence is the Contractor licence (minor maintenance and cleaning).

How do I check a chimney cleaner's licence in NSW?

Ask the chimney cleaner for their licence number, then look them up on the public licence register.

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Do I need a written contract with a chimney cleaner in NSW?

Chimney cleaning jobs over $5,000 need a written contract, and jobs over $20,000 need a large job contract.

Prices include GST. A small job contract is a shorter form with the basic information.

How much deposit can a chimney cleaner ask for in NSW?

A chimney cleaner can ask for a deposit of up to 10%.

A deposit is any payment you make before work starts.

Applies to jobs over $5,000. The cap does not apply to smaller jobs.

Does a chimney cleaner have to give me home warranty insurance in NSW?

Chimney cleaning jobs over $20,000 need home warranty insurance, with minimum cover of $340,000.

The price includes GST. The minimum cover is for each home.

Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a chimney cleaner in NSW?

You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $20,000.

You can cancel the contract in writing. The time starts when you get a copy of the signed contract.

The price includes GST.

Sources: nsw.gov.au, Home Building Regulation 2014, Home Building Act 1989. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Every region in NSW

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