Illinois · Area codes 773 / 872
Chimney sweep in Chicago, IL
Chimney inspection, chimney cleaning and dryer vent cleaning for Chicago and the rest of the 773 / 872 area.
Area codes served: 773, 872 · the overlay covers the same area as 773, so all are included.
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Chimney care in the 773 area
Winters around Chicago mean long, heavy heating seasons and deep freeze-thaw cycles. Wood stoves, inserts and fireplaces that run for months build creosote quickly, and ice and snow load test crowns, caps and flashing. Plan an inspection and sweep in late summer or early fall, before the busy season starts.
The Census Bureau counts about 1,251,800 homes and apartments in the 773 territory. 77.4% were built before 1980 and 39.7% before 1940, higher than the Illinois figure of 64.7% built before 1980. The median home here dates from the 1950s, and 25.9% of homes are single-family detached houses.
78.7% of occupied homes heat mainly with utility gas and 16.9% with electricity. Wood is the main heating fuel in 0% of homes, lower than the national rate of 1.5%.
With 39.7% of homes built before 1940, many chimneys here are older masonry. Older flues can be unlined or have clay tile liners that have cracked over the years, which a camera inspection of the flue will show.
Under the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, the territory is in climate zone 5A (cool, humid).
The 773 territory (with overlay 872) is home to roughly 2,695,000 people across 84 ZIP codes in Cook County.
Services in Chicago
- Chimney inspection in Chicago: Level 1, 2 and 3 to NFPA 211
- Chimney cleaning in Chicago: creosote and soot removal
- Dryer vent cleaning in Chicago: full vent run to the outside hood
- Chimney repairs, chimney relining and wood stove installs: ask your local company whether they offer them
| Population | 2,695,000 |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 84 |
| Counties | 1 |
| Homes and apartments | 1,251,800 |
| Built before 1980 | 77.4% |
| Median home built | 1950s |
| Heat mainly with wood | 0% |
| IECC climate zone | 5A |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018–2022 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25040, B25024) for the ZIP codes in this territory; climate zones from PNNL, Guide to Determining Climate Zone by County (2022). Population from our ZIP code data.
Selling a home in Chicago? NFPA 211 calls for a Level 2 chimney inspection, including a video scan of the flue, when a property is sold or transferred.
Source: NFPA 211
Cities and towns we serve
- Chicago
All 84 ZIP codes in the 773 territory
60601 60602 60603 60604 60605 60606 60607 60608 60609 60610 60611 60612 60613 60614 60615 60616 60617 60618 60619 60620 60621 60622 60623 60624 60625 60626 60628 60629 60630 60631 60632 60633 60634 60636 60637 60638 60639 60640 60641 60642 60643 60644 60645 60646 60647 60649 60651 60652 60653 60654 60655 60656 60657 60659 60660 60661 60664 60666 60668 60669 60670 60673 60674 60675 60677 60678 60680 60681 60682 60684 60685 60686 60687 60688 60689 60690 60691 60693 60694 60695 60696 60697 60699 60701
Questions about chimney service in Chicago
How do I book a chimney sweep in Chicago?
Call 833-CHIMNEY ((833) 244-6639) and enter your ZIP code. We'll connect you with a chimney professional who serves Chicago, IL.
Which areas does the 773 territory cover?
The 773 territory (with overlay 872) covers 84 ZIP codes in 1 county, including Chicago.
How often should I have my chimney inspected in Illinois?
NFPA 211, the national standard for chimneys, fireplaces and vents, calls for an inspection at least once a year. In the Midwest, a fall inspection before the first fire is a good habit.
How much does chimney cleaning cost in Chicago?
Prices are set by the local company and depend on the chimney, the number of flues and what the inspection finds. Call 833-CHIMNEY for a quote.
Guides for Chicago homeowners
Run a chimney company in the 773 area? This territory is open: the 833-CHIMNEY calls from Chicago and the 84 ZIP codes above can ring at your company. Claim the 773 territory 872-CHIMNEY is available as a local vanity number for $100/month.