A free standing wood stove is slightly more difficult to clean. The pipes that are connected to the top of the free standing stove and turn into the masonry chimney usually require disconnection. The process of disconnecting these pipes and reconnecting the pipes can be difficult. If the pipes are not required to be disconnected and reconnected, then there is not additional charge for the cleaning process. Free standing wood stoves are a great way to heat your home, however many of the free standing wood stove generate lots of creasote. If you burn wood in your wood stove, definitely have it cleaned at least once a year.