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  3. Midtown Chimney Sweeps
Midtown Chimney Sweeps logo
Home Improvement/Maintenance Services · Outdoor Maintenance & Improvements

Midtown Chimney Sweeps["It is the only franchise taking care of America's chimneys", '52% of all American homes have at least one chimney', 'It is a breakfix model; when we inspect a chimney we often find issues and can serve the customer with solutions']

Home-BasedMulti-Unit
Total Investment

$73K - $146K

Franchise Fee

$49K

Royalty

7%

Ad Fund

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Term

—

Open Units

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Overview

About Midtown Chimney Sweeps

["It is the only franchise taking care of America's chimneys", '52% of all American homes have at least one chimney', 'It is a breakfix model; when we inspect a chimney we often find issues and can serve the customer with solutions']

Picture owning a business that’s both profitable and steeped in charm.Since 1979, Midtown Chimney Sweeps has perfected a home service model that’s now the largest chimney sweep franchise in the U.S. For a $49k franchise fee, you tap into a $2 billion industry, with our median gross revenue hitting $225k per territory in 2024. You’ll get top-tier training, 24/7 support, and tools to run a tight ship—all while bringing a Mary Poppins-inspired tradition to homeowners. With protected territories and a recession-resistant edge, this is your chance to build a legacy.

Who it fits

Ideal candidate

Technical folks- like car mechanics, chefs, masons- hands on skills.Looking for next phase of life folks- retiring Army guy, folks who want a complex interesting home serviceSales-oriented or people-oriented
The fine print

FDD facts

Initial franchise fee$49K
Royalty7%
Total investment$73K - $146K
Liquid capital required$85K
Net worth requirement$100K
Year founded1979
Year began franchising2014
Business modelBoth
Owner-operator required (Year 1)Yes
Reported figures from public FDD disclosures and franchisor websites. Verify with the official FDD before signing.
Footprint

Territory overview

AvailableMichigan, Massachusetts, Ohio, Illinois, North Carolina
LegendAvailableLimitedUnavailable
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Quick facts
Founded
1979
Franchising since
2014
Model
Both
Liquid capital
$85K min
Net worth
$100K min
Owner-op required?
Yes
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Data verified 2026
Sourced from public FDD filings & franchisor disclosures.
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