Highwood IL | 847 994 4388 | Chimney Sweep & Service

The City of Highwood is located in Lake County, Illinois. It is right in between Chicago and Kenosha, Wisconsin. Highwood is located south of the breathtaking Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve. The population in Highwood is just over 5,400. Highwood was largely developed before the post-World War II building boom, as it was settled in 1887. Today the City of Highwood has a large collection of pre-war residential and commercial structures that reflect the architecture that was popular during that time period, which is mostly neo-classical, Italianate and arts and crafts bungalow styles. In Highwood’s business district there are popular “store-front” structures which have commercial businesses on the ground floor and residential apartments on the top floor.

The Don Skrinar Recreation Center is a public facility located in the center of downtown Highwood. Highwood is also the host to the Midwest Young Artists (MYA) facilities and The Performer’s School. The Fine Art Studio of ROTBLATT-AMRANY which is owned by Julie Rotblatt-Amrany is located there, near the old village of Fort Sheridan.

The residents of Highwood are served by the Township High School District 113 and the North Shore School District 112. Oak Terrace school, part of the North Shore School District 112 school district provides services to grades K – 5th. Highland Park High School serves as secondary education to the residents of Highwood but it is a part of the Township High School District 113. Saint James School which served grades pre-K through 8 was a Catholic private institution, but unfortunately in 2015, St James School closed permanently due to a lack of funding and low enrollment

The Highwood Public Library is a wonderful addition to the community. It provides many joyous and positive services to it’s members. There are various clubs and programs for both young and old, homework help and tutoring for students, private meeting rooms, and so much more. The whole family loves spending time there.

The restaurants in Highwood are amazing. Many people travel far just to see what the fuss is all about. Some great restaurants in Highwood are Longitud 315, Pastiicio, and Disotto, Dine in one of those, and you won’t be disappointed!

If you are a Highwood resident, you know that winters are long and nothing says coming home like an evening around the fire. Whether you gather around the fireplace alone or with your family, you are creating memories that will last forever.  If you are looking for a chimney cleaning service, look no further than Chimney Monkey. You won’t be disappointed. We look forward to working with you soon!  Chimney Monkey charges $190 to $280 for a chimney sweep.