How long does a chimney sweep take? The duration of a chimney sweep and cleaning varies depending on the complexity of your chimney system, but most cleanings can be completed within 1-2 hours. By Stacy Harris|2024-05-29T20:43:13+00:00May 29th, 2024|Chimney Sweep FAQs| Share This Post With Others! FacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppPinterestEmail