Insured & Bonded  ·  29 Years’ Experience  ·  Open 7 Days, 7am–7pm  ·  Locally Owned in Plainfield

Your Local Chimney & Dryer Vent Experts in Plainfield

A chimney is one of the few systems in your home that can start a fire or leak carbon monoxide when it is neglected. Central Chimney Service keeps that from happening. We sweep, inspect, and repair chimneys across Plainfield and the surrounding suburbs — and we explain what we find in plain language, so you always know why a repair matters before you spend a dollar.

Our Chimney & Dryer Vent Services in Plainfield

One trade, done properly. Central Chimney Service handles every part of your chimney and venting system, so you deal with one local team, not five.

Chimney Sweeping

Complete removal of soot and creosote to cut chimney-fire risk and keep your fireplace drawing clean.

Chimney Inspection

NFPA-based Level 1 and Level 2 inspections — the check every home needs after a purchase, a chimney fire, or a system change.

Chimney Repair & Masonry

Tuckpointing, crown rebuilds, and brickwork that stop water damage before it reaches your ceilings and walls.

Chimney Relining

Stainless-steel liners that make an aging or damaged flue safe for wood, gas, or oil appliances.

Chimney Caps & Crowns

New caps and sealed crowns that keep out rain, animals, and debris — the cheapest damage you will ever prevent.

Gas Fireplace Service

Tune-ups and safety checks for gas fireplaces and inserts so they light easily and burn clean all winter.

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Clogged dryer vents cause thousands of house fires a year. We clear the full run so your dryer runs cooler and faster.

Air Duct Cleaning

Thorough HVAC duct cleaning when your home actually needs it — with honest advice about whether it does. Cleaner air, no upsell.

Why Homeowners Near Plainfield Call Us First

Central Chimney Service is led by James Rodriguez, a Plainfield native with 29 years in the trade and local service awards to show for it. Born and raised here, James and his team treat your home the way they would treat a neighbor’s — careful, clean, and honest about what does and does not need doing. You get a real local expert, not a call center.

We are fully insured and bonded, we work 7 days a week, and we show up when we say we will.

Chimney Service Across the Plainfield Area

We are based in Plainfield and serve homeowners within about 10 miles, including: Plainfield, Naperville, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, Oswego, Montgomery, Aurora, Woodridge, Joliet, Shorewood, Crest Hill, Lockport, Minooka, Lisle, Warrenville, Downers Grove.

Not sure if you are in range? Call (815) 305-5510 and we will confirm your address in a minute.

Chimney Service FAQs

How often should I have my chimney swept?

Most wood-burning chimneys need a sweep and inspection once a year, or after roughly every cord of wood burned. Gas fireplaces still need an annual safety check. Waiting longer lets creosote build to levels that fuel chimney fires.

Do you serve my town near Plainfield?

Yes. Central Chimney Service covers Plainfield and the surrounding 10-mile area, including Naperville, Bolingbrook, Romeoville, Oswego, Joliet, Shorewood, Lockport and more. Call (815) 305-5510 and we will confirm your address.

Are you insured and bonded?

Yes — Central Chimney Service is fully insured and bonded. Every technician who comes to your home is covered, so you carry none of the risk.

How much does a chimney sweep cost?

Pricing depends on the chimney and what the inspection finds. See our pricing page for current starting prices, or call (815) 305-5510 for a straight answer before we book.

What happens during a chimney inspection?

We check the flue, liner, masonry, cap, and connections for creosote, cracks, blockages, and water damage, then explain exactly what we found — in plain language, with photos where it helps.

Can you clean a chimney that has not been used in years?

Yes, and you should have it done before the first fire. An unused chimney often hides animal nests, debris, and deteriorated liners that make burning unsafe until they are addressed.

Do you clean dryer vents too?

We do. A blocked dryer vent is a real fire hazard and makes your dryer work harder. We clear the entire run from the dryer to the exterior vent.

How fast can you come out?

We work 7 days a week, 7am to 7pm. For most of the Plainfield area we can schedule quickly — call (815) 305-5510 and we will find the soonest time that works.

Book Your Chimney Service Today

Sweeping, inspection, repair, or a dryer vent that is taking too long — we will get it handled. Reach a real local team 7 days a week.

Published July 21, 2026 · Last updated July 22, 2026