Antioch, IL · Chimney Service
Chimney Sweep in Antioch, IL
In the Gateway to the Chain O’Lakes, Antioch’s historic downtown homes and lakeside properties get careful chimney and venting care from Chimney Sweep Squad.
Chimney Sweep Squad provides chimney sweeping, inspection, and repair throughout Antioch, IL. As the Gateway to the Chain O’Lakes near the Wisconsin border, Antioch pairs a charming historic downtown with lots of lakeside homes — a combination of older masonry chimneys and waterfront moisture that we know how to handle. Call (815) 420-6665.
Historic downtown and lakeside homes
Antioch has one of the most walkable historic downtowns in the area, and the older homes around it often carry original brick chimneys and clay liners that benefit from inspection, tuckpointing, and crown repair after decades of Illinois winters. Out toward the lakes, waterfront and near-water homes face extra moisture, so we focus on keeping water out with sound crowns, caps, and flashing. Two different challenges, one local crew that handles both.
Many Antioch homes use wood-burning fireplaces through the long northern winters, which means regular sweeps to clear creosote and keep fire risk down. We also service gas fireplaces throughout the village.
The Gateway to the Chain O’Lakes
Antioch’s downtown is a historic district with more than 100 shops and eateries, a Metra station, and the Lakes Region Historical Society Museum, and its roots reach back to Hiram Buttrick’s 1839 sawmill on Sequoit Creek. Antioch Community High School serves local families. We’re proud to keep the fireplaces warm across this far-north corner of the area. More at the Village of Antioch.
Chimney & venting services we provide in Antioch
- Chimney sweeping and creosote removal
- NFPA 211 chimney inspections (Levels 1–3)
- Chimney repair, tuckpointing & rebuilds
- Caps, crowns & stainless liners
- Gas fireplace service (incl. gas valve replacement)
- Dryer vent & air duct cleaning
Emergency in Antioch?
For an active chimney fire, a carbon monoxide alarm, or a gas smell, call 911 or your gas utility first, get everyone outside, then call us. See our chimney emergency guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do you work on older homes in downtown Antioch?
Yes. The older homes around Antioch’s historic downtown often have original masonry and clay liners that need inspection and careful repair. We match brick and mortar on tuckpointing and crown work so repairs suit the age and look of the home.
My Antioch home is near one of the lakes — does that affect the chimney?
It can. Waterfront and low-lying homes take on more moisture, which drives masonry damage. We pay extra attention to the crown, cap, and flashing, and waterproof when it’s warranted, to keep that moisture out.
How often should I sweep a wood-burning fireplace in Antioch?
With our long northern winters and regular use, once a year is a sensible baseline, sooner if you notice odor, smoke, or weak draft. Frequent burning builds creosote, which fuels chimney fires, so a yearly sweep is cheap protection.
Antioch is near the Wisconsin border — do you still serve it?
Yes, Antioch is well within our service area. We’re based in McHenry and reach Antioch in about 29 minutes, 7 days a week. For a live fire, CO alarm, or gas smell, call 911 or your gas utility first.
Do you service gas fireplaces in Antioch too?
Yes. Along with wood-burning sweeps and masonry work, we service gas fireplaces throughout Antioch, including the annual cleaning and venting check that prevents carbon monoxide problems.
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Published November 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Joseph Ino, Founder, Chimney Sweep Squad