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 Pomona, CA
Chimney repair in Pomona is where most of our calls start, and for good reason: much of the city’s housing stock dates to the 1900s through 1950s, with original brick and masonry fireplaces that have weathered decades of inland heat, Santa Ana winds, and long idle seasons. We’re Firebrick Chimney Sweep, and we handle the full chimney lifecycle in Pomona: sweeping first, then repairing whatever the inspection turns up. If you’re seeing spalling brick, a rusted cap, or water staining near the flue, call (866) 520-4943 for a straight diagnosis.
Why Pomona Homes Are Different
Pomona sits in the San Gabriel Valley foothills, and the housing stock in 91766 and 91767 tells the story: Craftsman bungalows, Spanish Colonial Revival homes, and early tract houses from before 1960, most with original clay-tile flues and simple chimney caps that have been baked by summer heat for fifty to eighty years. The inland climate does something specific to these chimneys. Fireplaces sit unused through Pomona’s hot, dry summers, and while they sit, soot hardens into a glaze that a standard brush won’t remove, and birds, squirrels, and debris move into uncapped flues.
Then the cold snap hits, or a Santa Ana event pushes embers and dry leaves down the chimney, and that first fire becomes a roll of the dice. In the older bungalow blocks near downtown Pomona, we routinely find masonry fireplaces that haven’t been swept in years. The risk in Pomona isn’t heavy creosote from constant burning. It’s the combination of long neglect, brittle mortar, and sudden wind-driven ignition. We approach every Pomona job with that cycle in mind: clean it, sure, but also check whether the cap, crown, and liner are still doing their job after all those idle months and wind events.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Pomona Services
Most Pomona homeowners call us for one of two things: a thorough sweep before burning season, or dryer vent cleaning after realizing how much lint has built up behind the wall. Both come down to the same principle: ventilation pathways get dirty, and dirty ventilation catches fire.
Chimney Sweep in Pomona
A proper sweep in Pomona means more than running a brush through the flue. We remove hardened soot and glaze that builds up during the long summer idle, clear nests and wind-blown debris pushed in by Santa Ana events, and inspect the cap, crown, and liner for damage before you light the first fire of the season. In Pomona’s older chimneys, the clay-tile flues often have hairline cracks that a camera inspection will reveal. The full scope is covered on our dedicated page: Chimney Sweep in Pomona.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Pomona
Dryer vents and chimneys share the same core risk: restricted, dirty ventilation becomes a fire. Pomona’s dry climate means lint dries out fast and becomes highly combustible, and in older homes with long or poorly routed vent runs, buildup happens faster than most people expect. We clean the entire run from dryer to exterior termination, check the cap and airflow, and confirm the vent is actually moving air. Details on the process and what we find in Pomona homes are on Dryer Vent Cleaning in Pomona.
What happens when you call
- 1
A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
- 2
You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
- 3
A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
- 4
You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Chimney Repair in Pomona
Repair work in Pomona is shaped by one fact: most chimneys here are older than the people living in the house. Clay-tile flues crack under decades of thermal expansion and contraction from the inland heat. Mortar joints soften and spall as winter rains soak into the brick, then summer sun bakes it dry. And caps that looked fine twenty years ago are now rusted through or missing entirely. When we find a problem during a sweep, we don’t hand you a referral and walk away. Chimney Repair is a core part of what Firebrick does, so a Pomona homeowner can go from inspection to finished repair with one company and one phone number.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Birds, squirrels, or debris in the firebox, water dripping during rain, or a visible rusted or missing cap at the top of the flue.
What it costs in Pomona
Chimney cap installation in Pomona typically runs $225 – $800, depending on the flue size, cap material, and whether a custom fit is needed for an older clay-tile flue.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a stainless or copper cap sized for Pomona’s wind conditions, secure it to the crown, and seal the fasteners against water penetration.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
A cap that’s rusted through, warped, or missing entirely, often accompanied by water damage inside the firebox or unusual downdrafts on windy days.
What it costs in Pomona
Replacing an old cap in Pomona runs $225 – $800, with the final figure set by the cap’s material and the condition of the crown it mounts to.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, check the underlying crown for cracks, install the new cap with mechanical fasteners rated for high-wind exposure, and test the fit from the roof.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Crumbling clay-tile pieces in the firebox, visible gaps in the flue during inspection, or a chimney fire that has confirmed liner damage.
What it costs in Pomona
Liner installation in Pomona runs $2,500 – $7,000+, driven by flue length, liner material, and whether the old tiles must be removed first.
How we do it
We run a camera to document the damage, size the new liner to the flue, and install it with the proper insulation and top plate for Pomona’s heat-expansion cycle.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, damp masonry after rain, or visible gaps where the chimney meets the roofline.
What it costs in Pomona
Flashing repair in Pomona typically runs $500 – $2,500, depending on how much of the old flashing must be torn out and whether the roof deck underneath needs work.
How we do it
We cut out the failed flashing, install new step and counter flashing with proper overlap, and seal every joint with a high-temperature roofing sealant.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracks in the concrete surface at the top of the chimney, spalling brick just below the crown, or water pooling on top of the masonry after rain.
What it costs in Pomona
Crown repair in Pomona runs $450 – $2,500, with smaller crack repairs on the low end and full crown rebuilds on the high end.
How we do it
We clean and prep the surface, fill cracks with a flexible masonry sealant that can handle Pomona’s freeze-thaw season, and for badly failed crowns, pour a new one with proper overhang and drip edge.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Pomona
| Item | Typical range in Pomona |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $225 – $800 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $225 – $800 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000+ |
| Chimney flashing repair | $500 – $2,500 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $2,500 |
How often does a Pomona chimney really need repair?
In Pomona’s older housing stock, we recommend a camera inspection every sweep, and most chimneys from the 1900s through 1950s need some form of repair work within the first two inspections. The inland heat cycle is hard on clay-tile flues and mortar.
Can I skip a repair if the chimney still drafts fine?
You can, but you’re gambling. A cracked liner or failed cap won’t always show up as a draft problem until it’s already caused water damage or a fire risk. Call (866) 520-4943 and we’ll tell you, with camera evidence, what can wait and what can’t.
Brands We Service in Pomona
We use professional-grade chimney materials: HeatShield for ceramic flue resurfacing, Gelco and Olympia Chimney caps and components, and Famco parts where factory fit matters. These aren’t hardware-store substitutes, and that means fewer return trips. See the full lineup on our brands page.
See the difference
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterPricing for Chimney Company in Pomona, CA
| Service | Typical range in Pomona |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (Level 1 inspection included) | $199 – $349 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $129 – $249 |
| Chimney cap installation | $225 – $800 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $225 – $800 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000+ |
| Chimney flashing repair | $500 – $2,500 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $2,500 |
Two things push prices up in Pomona: severely neglected chimneys that need extensive rebuild work, and roof or flue access that requires extra equipment or safety setup. What we quote is what you pay. No line items appear after the work starts.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Pomona
We work throughout Pomona, from the bungalow blocks near downtown to the newer subdivisions on the north edge of the city. Older chimneys cluster in the 91766 and 91767 cores; the 91769 and 91797 areas bring newer construction and a mix of gas and pre-fab fireplaces. We schedule throughout the week, and we’ll give you a firm arrival window when you book.
- Downtown Pomona
- Lincoln Park
- Phillips Ranch
- Westmont
- Ganesha Hills
Service Area – Cities Near Pomona
Alongside Pomona, our crews cover the surrounding San Gabriel Valley communities. You’ll find us in La Verne, CA, Walnut, CA, Covina, CA, and Claremont, CA, where the housing stock and climate conditions are often nearly identical to what we see in Pomona.
Serving Pomona, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Pomona 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 Pomona
We schedule chimney service in Pomona every week, and for most sweeps and inspections we can offer a booking within five to seven business days. Before burning season, we recommend calling at least two weeks ahead to get the slot you want.
Most chimney cap, flashing, and crown repairs do not require a permit in Pomona. Major liner work or structural rebuilds may trigger a permit check depending on scope. We’ll tell you when it’s needed, and we’ll handle the paperwork for repairs that require it.
Almost always, yes. We carry cap, flashing, and crown materials on the truck, and for liner work we schedule a follow-up once we have exact flue measurements. The point is to close the loop without sending you to another contractor. Call (866) 520-4943 for a quote.
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 Pomona Customers Say
"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Gabriela Torres"Thorough sweep and a clear report. He was running late from the job before and arrived near the end of the window, though he did call to warn me."
— Robert Sullivan"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Laura Bennett