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 Claremont, CA
Chimney repair in Claremont most often comes down to two things: the age of the original masonry and what previous owners did to it. Homes in the Village and surrounding historic districts carry 1900s to 1930s brick and sandstone chimneys that have been retrofitted with inserts over the decades, often with tile flues that don’t match the original footprint. We’re Firebrick Chimney Sweep, and we’ve served Claremont since 2012. Chimney work is all we do, and that depth shows in every inspection. Call us at (866) 520-4943 when you need a straight answer about your chimney.
Why Claremont Homes Are Different
Claremont’s fireplace stock splits into two distinct camps. In the historic core, you’ll find Craftsman bungalows, Spanish Colonial, and English Cottage Revival homes from the early 1900s through the 1930s with original brick or sandstone chimneys. Many have had inserts retrofitted, and we regularly encounter tile flues that don’t match the original masonry footprint. Those retrofit flues often need camera inspection to sort out, and frequently a full stainless liner to bring a 1920s chimney up to current venting standards.
North of the Village, the hillside and north Claremont neighborhoods carry 1960s through 1980s ranch and modern homes with factory-built fireboxes and shorter exterior chimney stacks. These face a different problem: direct Santa Ana wind exposure. Dry, gusty offshore winds press down on exterior chimney caps and masonry crowns, loosening crown mortar and driving creosote odor back into living spaces. That’s a Claremont-specific pattern we see every fall and winter. The hot, dry inland summers and cool evenings mean fireplaces get seasonal use rather than constant use, which changes the type of creosote buildup we find and how aggressively it needs to be removed.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Claremont Services
Most Claremont homeowners call us for one of two jobs: a chimney sweep for a fireplace they’re ready to use again, or dryer vent cleaning when they’ve realized a clogged vent is a fire hazard. Both are covered below, and each has its own Claremont page with deeper detail.
Chimney Sweep in Claremont
A chimney sweep in Claremont starts with the same question we ask everywhere: what’s the house, and what’s been done to it. In the historic core, we’re looking at century-old masonry and retrofit flue tiles that may not fit. In north Claremont, we’re checking for Santa Ana-driven crown wear and creosote odor backing into the house. We sweep it, we repair it. One company, no referrals. Read the full Claremont sweep breakdown on our Chimney Sweep in Claremont page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Claremont
Dryer vents and chimneys share the same core risk: restricted, dirty ventilation that becomes a fire. We treat both with the same seriousness. Claremont homes with laundry rooms on exterior walls often have short, accessible vents, but older central-neighborhood homes sometimes run dryer vents through attic spaces or longer interior paths that collect lint faster than homeowners expect. Get the full picture on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Claremont page.
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 Claremont
Chimney repair in Claremont tends to be structural before it’s cosmetic. A 1920s brick chimney in the Village that’s been through multiple insert retrofits often carries a mismatched tile flue, cracked crown mortar from decades of Santa Ana wind, and flashing that’s weathered past its useful life. We handle the full Chimney Repair scope in-house, from crown work to full stainless relining, using professional-grade materials rather than hardware-store substitutes.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracked or crumbling mortar on the chimney top, water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace, or pieces of crown mortar on the roof after a Santa Ana wind event.
What it costs in Claremont
Chimney crown repair in Claremont typically runs $600 to $1,200 depending on crown size and how much of the existing mortar is salvageable.
How we do it
We remove the deteriorated crown material, build a proper form with a drip edge, and pour a new crown with the correct slope so water sheds away from the flue.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Flue tiles that are cracked, spalling, or visibly mismatched during a camera inspection, often found in Claremont’s older homes after multiple insert retrofits.
What it costs in Claremont
Chimney liner installation in Claremont typically falls between $2,500 and $5,000, with scope varying by flue height and access from the roof or firebox.
How we do it
We run a camera inspection first to document the existing flue condition, then size and install a DuraFlex stainless liner rated for the appliance it’s venting.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Claremont
| Item | Typical range in Claremont |
|---|---|
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $5,000 |
| Chimney cap installation or replacement | $150 – $400 |
Do I need a new liner, or can the old one be saved?
If camera inspection shows only light surface wear, a HeatShield ceramic resurfacing can restore the flue without full relining. Cracked or spalling tiles, or a mismatched retrofit flue, require a stainless liner.
Is a cracked chimney crown urgent in Claremont?
Water is the enemy of masonry, and Claremont’s Santa Ana season accelerates damage once water enters crown cracks. Repair before the next rainy season; call (866) 520-4943 for a free estimate.
Brands We Service in Claremont
We work with recognized chimney-industry brands: HeatShield ceramic resurfacing, Gelco chimney caps, Olympia Chimney components, and Famco connectors. That means repairs use parts built for the job, not whatever’s stocked at the hardware store. See the full set on our brands page.
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| Service | Typical range in Claremont |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, one flue) | $189 – $289 |
| Chimney sweep (with camera inspection) | $289 – $389 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $129 – $189 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $5,000 |
| Chimney cap installation or replacement | $150 – $400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $700 |
| Masonry repair (minor brick repointing) | $500 – $1,500 |
What pushes a Claremont chimney repair price up is access: steep roof pitches and second-story chimneys in the hillside neighborhoods add labor and equipment time. What pushes it down is catching crown and flashing issues before water gets into the flue. Every job gets an upfront quote before we start; no surprise add-ons.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Claremont
We work across all of Claremont’s 91711 ZIP code, from the historic Village to the hillside developments north of Base Line Road. We typically schedule Claremont sweeps and inspections within a week of your call, and repair estimates within a few days of the initial visit.
- The Village and Claremont Historic District
- North Claremont hillside neighborhoods
- Colleges area near Foothill Boulevard
- Claraboya and the neighborhoods east of Towne Avenue
Service Area – Cities Near Claremont
Beyond Claremont, we serve the neighboring foothill communities across the eastern San Gabriel Valley. That includes Montclair, CA just south of the 10, La Verne, CA directly west, Upland, CA to the east, and San Antonio Heights, CA up against the mountains.
Serving Claremont, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Claremont 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 Claremont
We typically schedule Claremont chimney sweeps and inspections within a week of your call. Repair estimates usually follow within a few days after the initial visit, depending on scope. Call (866) 520-4943 and we’ll get you on the calendar.
Most chimney repair work, including liner installation and crown repair, doesn’t require a city permit in Claremont. Major structural rebuilds may. We’ll tell you during the estimate if your job crosses that line, and we’ll handle the paperwork if it does.
Some hillside and newer north Claremont developments have HOAs with exterior modification rules. We’re familiar with the common ones and can provide the documentation your HOA needs for chimney cap or liner work. Mention it when you book and we’ll flag it on the estimate.
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 Claremont 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