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 Burbank, CA
Chimney repair in Burbank means working on 1920s bungalows and post-war ranch homes with original brick fireplaces, clay-tile flues, and decades of earthquake stress. Most of what we find here isn’t a dirty chimney. It’s a cracked flue liner, a rusted damper, or a crown that’s let water into the masonry. Firebrick Chimney Sweep handles both the cleaning and the structural repair under one roof, so a problem found during a sweep gets fixed by the same company. Call (866) 520-4943 for a free estimate.
Why Burbank Homes Are Different
Burbank’s housing stock was built fast during the Lockheed boom, and the chimneys reflect it. Homes in the flats north of Olive and along the Verdugo foothills run heavy on clay-tile flues that were never meant to handle sixty years of heating cycles. Those tiles crack, and once they crack, hot gases find their way into the chase. In the Hillside District, where two-story construction and steep lots are the norm, chimneys are taller, harder to access, and more exposed to wind-driven rain. Post-1994 Northridge, we still find flues with earthquake cracks that were never addressed. Add Santa Ana season, and the concern shifts to creosote loading and spark arrestors. Burbank isn’t a city of new build gas inserts. It’s a city of old masonry that needs to be brought up to current code.
The other factor is the city itself. Burbank Building & Safety enforces seismic bracing requirements on masonry chimneys in certain retrofit situations, and the hillside neighborhoods off Sunset Canyon see stricter fire-safety scrutiny because of their proximity to wildland vegetation. That means a chimney here isn’t just a vent. It’s a structural element subject to code, and the inspection has to account for that. We look at the flue, the crown, the flashing, and the attachment to the roofline the way a Burbank inspector will.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Burbank Services
Two services account for the overwhelming majority of what Burbank homeowners call us for, and both are fire-safety issues at their core. Here’s what each involves locally.
Chimney Sweep in Burbank
Burbank’s winter heating season is short but intense, and most fireplaces here haven’t been swept in years. That’s a problem, especially in hillside homes where a chimney fire would have a ready fuel supply. A Chimney Sweep in Burbank from Firebrick includes full flue access, a rotary or brush cleaning matched to the flue type, and a visual inspection of the liner, damper, and crown. We photograph everything. If we find a crack, a missing tile, or water staining, we show it to you on the spot and explain what it means.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Burbank
Dryer vents run through crawlspaces and tight utility rooms in Burbank’s older homes, accumulating lint in long bends where it can’t be seen. That lint is one of the leading causes of residential fires. Our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Burbank service pulls the vent apart at the dryer, runs a reversible spinning brush through the full run, and confirms airflow at the termination point. In post-war tract homes where the dryer sits in a converted garage or a hallway closet, the vent run can be twenty feet or more, and those are the ones that need it most.
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 Burbank
Chimney repair in Burbank comes down to age and seismic history. Homes built between 1920 and 1960 dominate the core zip codes, and most still have their original clay-tile flues. Those tiles crack from repeated heating, from Northridge settling, or simply from time. Once cracked, a flue can’t contain the heat, and that’s when a chimney becomes a liability. Firebrick Chimney Sweep repaired hundreds of these systems across Burbank since 2012, and the diagnosis always begins the same way: a camera inspection the homeowner can watch. If you’re facing a reline or a rebuild, the Chimney Repair work is handled by us, not subbed out to a masonry crew we’ve never met.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rain enters the flue, birds or squirrels nest inside, or you notice damp odors near the fireplace.
What it costs in Burbank
Chimney cap installation in Burbank typically runs $135 to $780, depending on whether the cap is a standard single-flue model or a custom multi-flue cover for the taller two-story chimneys common in the foothills.
How we do it
We measure the flue tile, select a cap from Copperfield or Gelco inventory, and secure it with mechanical fasteners so it stays put through Santa Ana wind gusts.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Cracked flue tiles, a failed heat shield, a home inspector’s report, or signs of gas or smoke entering the living space.
What it costs in Burbank
A full chimney liner installation in Burbank runs $380 to $3,080, with the biggest cost driver being whether we use a DuraFlex stainless flex liner or a poured-in-place system sized for an oversized mid-century flue.
How we do it
We camera the flue, clean it, lower the new liner from the top, and reconnect the appliance with a properly sized connector so the vent meets current clearance requirements.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Burbank
| Item | Typical range in Burbank |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $135 – $780 |
| Chimney liner installation | $380 – $3,080 |
| HeatShield ceramic flue resurfacing | Custom quote after camera inspection |
Do I need a new liner if the chimney inspector flagged my clay tiles?
Not automatically. If the cracks are limited and the flue is structurally sound, HeatShield ceramic resurfacing can restore the surface without a full reline. We’ll show you the camera footage before any recommendation is made.
Can you repair earthquake damage to a Burbank chimney?
Yes. The damage pattern we see most often is cracked clay tile inside the flue and a damaged crown at the top. Both are repairable. We’ll scope the full length and write the repair around what the camera shows.
Brands We Service in Burbank
Firebrick works with Gelco caps, Olympia Chimney dampers, Famco flashing components, and Copperfield termination hardware. We keep the common sizes in our local inventory, so most cap and damper jobs in Burbank don’t wait on a parts order. If you’re curious about our brands, the full lineup is covered there.
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| Service | Typical range in Burbank |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweeping | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $135 – $780 |
| Chimney liner installation | $380 – $3,080 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $125 – $275 |
Prices in Burbank push toward the higher end on two-story hillside homes with steep roof pitches and taller chimney stacks, which require more ladder work and longer flue runs. We give you a flat price before we start, and we don’t add fees after the fact. If the camera finds something, you see it and you approve the fix before any repair work is scheduled.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Burbank
We work throughout Burbank, from the flat bungalow blocks near Magnolia Park to the canyon streets above Sunset Canyon Drive. Our crews know the rooflines in each area, and we schedule between 91501, 91502, 91505, and 91506 without routing issues.
- Hillside District
- Magnolia Park
- Rancho Adjacent
- Verdugo Foothills
- Downtown Burbank
Most Burbank calls can be scheduled within the same week, and we’ll give you a firm arrival window. There’s no charge for the estimate.
Service Area – Cities Near Burbank
Firebrick Chimney Sweep serves Burbank and the surrounding San Fernando Valley communities. We regularly run calls in Universal City, CA, North Hollywood, CA, Glendale, CA, and Studio City, CA. The same crew, the same camera-backed diagnosis, and the same flat-price approach apply wherever we work.
Serving Burbank, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Burbank 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 Burbank
Most Burbank homes can be scheduled within five business days. Hillside addresses with steep access sometimes need a crew with specific ladder equipment, and that can add a day or two. Call (866) 520-4943 and we’ll give you a firm window.
Most liner replacements and cap installations fall under routine maintenance and don’t require a permit. Structural work, like a partial rebuild or seismic bracing, sometimes does. We’ll tell you on the first visit if your job is in that category.
Yes. We cover 91523, 91526, 91501, and 91502, including the hillside streets where parking and access are tight. No job is too far from our usual route through the Valley.
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 Burbank Customers Say
"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"Liner was cracked in two places. He walked me through the repair options honestly, including the one that was cheaper for him and better for me."
— Lucia Ramirez