I run a reputable chimney service serving long island and new york city. I will tell you from my personal experience many people do not take chimney safety seriously enough. Almost every day I get a call from a customer who either has a chimney fire, puffback or a carbon monoxide problem. Even my customers with wood burning stoves or frequently use their fireplaces often when I suggest a method of creosoot removal when they have a problem they often squell about the price.A chimney sweep generally costs between $90 and $150 dollars and a average home can have a rotary or chemical cleaning to remove third stage creosoot done for between $250-$500. People tell me its too much money.How can you put a price on your family`s well being I ask?I`ve seen it a thousand times.For chimney service website www.captainsoot.com