Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Chimney Company in Highland, CA
Chimney repair in Highland starts with understanding how foothill weather and the housing stock actually behave. Most homes here, whether mid-century tract builds near Baseline or newer developments east of the 330, have masonry fireplaces that go through real thermal cycles every winter. The dry summers shrink mortar joints. The cold snaps force sudden expansion. The Santa Ana winds press against flashing and crowns in ways flatland chimneys never experience. Firebrick Chimney Sweep handles the full repair scope, from cracked crowns to failed liners, using professional-grade materials only: Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, Copperfield. We sweep, we diagnose, and we repair. One company, no referrals. Call (866) 520-4943 when an inspector has flagged your chimney or you’ve noticed something that doesn’t look right.
Why Highland Homes Are Different
Highland sits in the Wildland-Urban Interface, and that changes what a chimney company has to know. A large share of the 92346 ZIP code burns wood seasonally, and the dry air means creosote forms differently than it does in coastal cities. It sits as a hard, glossy glaze inside the flue, and it does not brush out with a standard sweep. It takes mechanical removal, and sometimes a chemical treatment, to get the flue back to safe operating condition. The housing stock adds another layer: many mid-century homes have original masonry chimneys with clay tile liners that are now cracked from decades of heating and cooling, while newer subdivisions often have prefabricated metal chimneys that need a different inspection protocol entirely. Add in Santa Ana winds that push embers from uncapped or poorly sparked chimneys onto dry brush, and Highland homeowners are not just maintaining a fireplace. They are managing a fire-safety system.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Highland Services
Most Highland calls come in for two things: a chimney that hasn’t been cleaned in years, or a dryer that’s taking too long to dry and getting hot to the touch. Both are ventilation problems with the same underlying risk, restricted airflow that becomes a fire. Here’s what each one involves here.
Chimney Sweep in Highland
A chimney sweep in Highland is not a quick once-over. Because of the creosote profile in this climate, the job usually starts with a camera inspection so you can see the flue condition before any brushing happens. What we find most often in the 92346 ZIP code is Stage 2 glazed creosote near the smoke shelf, plus a crown that’s starting to check from dry heat. The sweep removes what’s there, and the report tells you what you actually need to do next. Nothing gets recommended without photo evidence you can review yourself. Chimney Sweep in Highland
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Highland
Dryer vents in Highland fill with lint fast, and the static from dry air makes buildup cling harder. When the vent is restricted, the dryer runs longer, the exhaust temperature climbs, and a lint fire becomes a real possibility. This is the same combustion-risk thinking we bring to chimney work: the vent is a system, not just a tube. We clean it, check the termination point, and make sure the airflow is actually moving the way it should. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Highland
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Chimney Repair in Highland
Chimney repair in Highland is shaped by two things: the age of the masonry and the intensity of the dry-season sun. Many 1950s and 60s homes have chimneys that have never had a crown resealed or a flashing inspection, and once the crown cracks, water gets into the mortar bed and starts the slow structural decline. The climate accelerates it: hot, dry summers bake the exterior while winter fires put the interior under heat stress. Firebrick is a full-service chimney repair company, not just a sweep. When we find damage during a cleaning, we quote the repair and do the work ourselves. The materials come from professional-grade chimney suppliers, not a hardware store, because a liner or crown is not a part you want to replace twice. This is the full scope of what we do in Highland: Chimney Repair.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Water staining on the firebox floor after rain, visible rust or missing hardware where the cap should be, or a flue that’s open to rain, birds, and embers.
What it costs in Highland
Chimney cap installation in Highland typically runs $250 to $850 depending on flue size and whether the cap needs a custom fit for an odd-shaped flue or multi-flue chase.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a stainless or copper cap, secure it to the crown or flue tile, and test the fit so the cap does not obstruct draft while it blocks water and animals.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Hairline cracks spreading across the top surface of the chimney, spalling concrete chips on the roof, or a crown that has pulled away from the flue tile and is letting water run into the chase.
What it costs in Highland
Chimney crown repair in Highland typically runs $400 to $1,300 depending on whether the crown needs patching or a full tear-off and recast.
How we do it
We remove the deteriorated material, build a form that creates proper slope away from the flue, and cast the new crown with a flexible sealant bond so it will not crack again in the first dry season.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Highland
| Item | Typical range in Highland |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,300 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
Do I need a new liner if the sweep found cracks?
Not always. Hairline thermal cracks in clay tile can sometimes be addressed with HeatShield ceramic resurfacing, which restores the flue without a full reline. We show you the camera footage and explain the options before any work is approved.
How long does a chimney crown repair last in Highland?
A properly cast crown with a flexible sealant bond should last 15 to 20 years in this climate. The biggest factor is whether the original crown was built with the right slope, most in Highland were not.
Brands We Service in Highland
The parts we install in Highland come from the same professional-grade suppliers we use everywhere: Gelco for chase covers and caps, Olympia Chimney for liner components, Famco for termination caps, and Copperfield for masonry repair products. We stock parts locally, which shortens turnaround on common repairs. Our brands
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| Service | Typical range in Highland |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $189 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $850 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $300 – $900 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $6,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,300 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $115 – $250 |
| Masonry repair (per job) | $600 – $2,800 |
What pushes price higher in Highland is the roof, steep pitches on foothill lots mean more setup time and safety equipment, and that shows up in the labor line. What does not change is the way we price: you get a fixed quote before work starts, no surprises after the fact.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Highland
We work throughout the 92346 ZIP code, from the older streets around Baseline and Victoria to the newer developments east toward the foothills. Each area has its own pattern: original masonry chimneys in the mid-century tracts, prefabricated metal flues in newer construction, and a mix of both in the hills.
- East Highlands
- Baseline corridor
- Foothill areas near the 330
- Highland Village
- Areas near Greenspot Road
Service Area – Cities Near Highland
Firebrick Chimney Sweep covers Highland and the surrounding foothill and valley communities. Homeowners in San Bernardino, CA, Muscoy, CA, Redlands, CA, and Loma Linda, CA deal with the same dry-climate creosote, aging masonry, and WUI fire-code requirements, and we bring the same repair capability to every job.
Serving Highland, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Highland area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Highland
Most inspections and repairs in Highland are booked within a few days. If an insurance carrier or fire marshal has flagged a deficiency, we prioritize the camera inspection so you have documentation in hand quickly, then schedule the repair based on what the footage shows.
Standard cleaning and cap, crown, or flashing repairs do not require permits in Highland. A full liner replacement or structural rebuild may trigger permit requirements, depending on scope. We handle all the paperwork and know what the county expects for WUI-area homes.
Yes. Many foothill HOAs require annual chimney inspection documentation, and some have rules about visible cap styles or spark arrestors. We can match the work to your HOA’s requirements and provide the paperwork they ask for.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local chimney cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Highland Customers Say
"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Steve Novak"Creosote buildup was worse than I realized. He measured it, showed me the glazing on the flue with the camera, and was honest that we were closer to a chimney fire than I wanted to hear."
— Scott Ziegler"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
— Carmen Garcia