Where chimney sweeps buy
Chimney sweeps buy brushes, caps and liners from chimney supply specialists and masonry supplies locally.
| Supplier | Type | What their own site says | Pro program |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Home Depot | Retailer | Calls itself the world's largest home improvement retailer, with more than 2,300 stores across North America. | Pro Xtra |
| Lowe's | Retailer | Runs MyLowe's Pro Rewards for small and mid-sized pros, with points from the first dollar spent. | MyLowe's Pro Rewards |
| Uline | Distributor | Stocks over 45,000 shipping boxes, packing materials, janitorial and warehouse supplies. | Ask at the counter |
From each supplier's own site on the date in the sources; call your branch before you plan around it.
Your counter list
The items chimney sweeps buy every week, from the van stock on our tools list. Ask each supplier for a price on these first; they decide which account saves you the most.
| Item | Why it is on the list |
|---|---|
| Chimney caps in common sizes | Add-on sales |
| Dampers and gaskets | Repairs |
| High-temperature mortar and sealant | Repairs |
| Spare brush heads | Worn brushes |
For the first order, price the starter kit too: chimney brushes in round and square flue sizes; fiberglass or poly rods; chimney vacuum with hepa filter; drop cloths and a fireplace cover; extension ladder and roof brackets; multi-position ladder; respirator, gloves and eye protection; flashlight and a mirror. Bigger purchases to price at a dealer or rental house: chimney inspection camera; rotary sweeping system; creosote remover; fall protection kit.
Opening a trade account
Bring your business name, tax ID and license number, and a credit application if you want terms. The big-box programs are compared row by row on Home Depot Pro vs Lowe's Pro. For the tools themselves, the chimney tools list has prices read on the makers' own sites (Little Giant).
When supplier prices change
Update your chimney price list the same week a supplier raises prices. In Koira, that price list is what your estimates are built from.
Sources
- The Home Depot: About, checked October 9, 2026
- Lowe's: MyLowe's Pro Rewards announcement, checked October 9, 2026
- Uline: About us, checked October 9, 2026
- OSHA: Fall protection, checked October 8, 2026
Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.