Chimney Cleaning in Melbourne — Swept, Inspected & Safe Before You Light Up
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Creosote and soot swept from the flue, the chimney inspected and photographed, and a written condition report — with the fireplace sealed and the room left as we found it. Free upfront quote, no call-out fee, pay after the job.
Simple pricing. No surprises.
Every chimney is different, so we confirm a firm price before any work starts — no call-out fee, and you pay after the job.
Flue, firebox, damper, crown and flashing checked and photographed.
Our opening price for a basic clean of the fireplace and firebox, room protected. Your full chimney clean is quoted before any work starts.
When your chimney needs a sweep
Smoke drifts back into the room
A blocked flue can push smoke — and carbon monoxide — back into the house.
Black, tar-like build-up in the flue
That is creosote. It is flammable — it is the fuel of chimney fires.
Birds or possums in the flue
They nest in unused flues over summer and block them.
Not swept in over a year
Once a year, before winter — sooner if you burn often.
Chimney fires are creosote fires — that is why the annual sweep exists.
Same flue. Same collar. One sweep.
Drag the handle. Creosote crust before, swept back to clean metal after — every job is photographed, and the photos are yours.
BeforeAfter
What a full chimney clean includes
A full chimney clean is quoted for your chimney before any work starts. The report records what we cleaned and the condition of the flue, liner, cap, crown and damper — plus anything we found that needs attention.
- Fireplace opening sealed and drop sheets down
- Flue swept — creosote and soot removed
- Dust-controlled vacuum — room left as we found it
- Flue checked for nests and blockages
- Inspection of the flue, firebox, damper, crown and flashing
- Safety check — clearances and draw
- Written condition report, included as standard
- Before & after photos of the work
From quote to clean air in four steps
Request your free quote
The form takes 60 seconds, or call 04 3191 8137. We call back with a firm price — no call-out fee.
We inspect first
Your technician checks the system and confirms the price before any work starts.
Sweep & inspect
A standard chimney clean typically takes around 45 to 90 minutes, depending on the fireplace, the flue and the build-up.
See the photos, then pay
Before & after photos on the spot. Pay by cash, card or bank transfer.
See the work. Hear from customers.
“Eddie diagnosed our appliances quickly when he arrived. He was very organized and cleaned up the work area very nicely when done.”
“They were very clear up front about pricing & what was included in the service, and were very thorough doing the actual work.”
“Tom and James were 15 min early for our scheduled appointment at 10am. I really appreciated them respecting our house rules and taking off the shoes while in my home.”
“I scheduled my appointment yesterday, and the job was completed within 24hrs! Very satisfied with service, and will definitely be referring my family and friends to them!”
You will know us when you see us
Branded vans, uniformed technicians, professional equipment — the same documented FreshDuct standard on every job.
Book with zero risk
No call-out fee
We come to you and quote for free — no fee just for turning up.
Pay after the job
You see the result and the photos first, then you pay.
100% satisfaction
Not happy with any part of the clean? We come back and re-clean it.
Before & after photos
Every job is photographed before and after, and the photos are yours to keep.
FreshDuct vs a typical chimney sweep
| FreshDuct | A typical chimney sweep | |
|---|---|---|
| Mess | Opening sealed, drop sheets, contained vacuum | Varies |
| Condition report | Written report, included as standard | Varies |
| Before & after photos | Every single job | Sometimes, on request |
| Pricing | Firm quote upfront, no hidden costs | Quoted on site, can grow |
| Call-out fee | None | Often charged |
| When you pay | After the job is done | Often upfront |
| Availability | 7 days a week | Weekdays |
| If you are not happy | We come back and re-clean | Varies |
Questions people ask before booking
How much does chimney cleaning cost?
Chimney inspections start from $99 and a basic fireplace and firebox clean starts from $169 — that is our opening price. The final price depends on the type of fireplace, the chimney height and access, and the build-up — we confirm a firm price before any work starts. No call-out fee, and you pay after the job.
How often should a chimney be cleaned?
At least once a year, ideally before winter. Sooner if you burn often or notice creosote, smoke or odours.
How long does a chimney clean take?
Around 45 to 90 minutes, depending on the type of fireplace, the height and access of the flue, and how much build-up there is.
Is chimney cleaning messy?
Not with us — the opening is sealed, drop sheets go down and the vacuum is dust-controlled. We leave the room as we found it.
Do I get a report?
Yes. Every chimney clean includes a written condition report as standard, at no extra charge — what we cleaned, the condition of the flue, liner, cap, crown and damper, and any defects we found.
What is creosote and why does it matter?
It is the tar-like residue every wood fire leaves inside the flue. It is flammable — chimney fires are creosote fires — which is why the annual sweep exists.
Can you remove nests from the flue?
Yes. Birds and possums like an unused flue over summer. We clear the blockage and can fit a cap so it does not happen again.
Do you cover my suburb?
We service Melbourne and surrounding suburbs 7 days a week — tell us your suburb in the form and we will confirm.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. There is no call-out fee — you get a free, firm quote upfront.
All of metro Melbourne, 7 days a week
Get your free chimney cleaning quote
Tell us about your fireplace — we will call you back with a firm quote and a time before you light up.
No call-out fee
Free, firm quote upfront.
Pay after the job
See the result first.
100% satisfaction
Not right? We come back.
Photo proof
Before & after, every job.