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 Citrus, CA
Chimney repair in Citrus comes down to one recurring issue: mid-century masonry chimneys built before modern liner standards, now carrying decades of seismic stress and wildfire-season residue. We’re San Bernardino Chimney Sweep, and we handle the full stack – sweeping, repair, and dryer vents – so when our camera finds cracked flue tiles or a rusted-out damper, the same crew that found it can fix it. If you’re seeing mortar bits in the firebox or smelling smoke after a burn, call (877) 516-7159 and we’ll start with a straight answer.
Why Citrus Homes Are Different
Citrus sits at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, and that location shapes chimney work more than most homeowners realize. The Angeles National Forest above the city sends wildfire smoke into the air nearly every fire season, and when Santa Ana winds push it down through the San Gabriel Valley, fine ash settles into chimneys and bonds with creosote. That combination makes for a harder, stickier deposit than we see in coastal areas – it doesn’t brush out as easily and it hides cracks that a standard sweep might miss.
The housing stock compounds it. Most of the homes in Citrus were built between the 1940s and 1960s, and many still have their original brick or clay-tile chimneys. Those chimneys were often constructed without the stainless steel liners that are standard today’s code. Decades of hot fires, cool winters, and the occasional seismic jolt have worked the mortar joints loose. Winter temperature inversions hold smoke low over the valley, which means a poorly drafting chimney pushes combustion gases back into the house instead of up and out. None of this is guesswork – we see it chimney by chimney, block by block, throughout the 91702 zip code.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Citrus Services
Two services get the most calls from Citrus homeowners: the annual chimney sweep before burn season, and dryer vent cleaning when dryers start taking two cycles to finish a load. Here’s what each one involves here, with the caveat that every older Citrus home has its own quirks.
Chimney Sweep in Citrus
A chimney sweep in Citrus is more than a brush pass. Because of the dry climate and wildfire ash, creosote in local flues tends to harden and glaze faster than in coastal communities, and glazed creosote is the form most likely to fuel a chimney fire. We run rotary cleaning tools to break down that glaze, then camera-inspect the full flue length so you’re not left guessing whether the chimney is actually clean. Homes near the foothills often carry heavy creosote mixed with fire-season ash, which is exactly the pattern our sweeps are trained to look for. For the full scope of what a sweep covers in Citrus, see Chimney Sweep in Citrus.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Citrus
Dryer vents collect lint the same way chimneys collect creosote, and in Citrus the math is simple: long vent runs in older single-story homes, dry air that makes lint extra flammable, and a family running loads every day. We clean the full run from dryer to exterior cap, check for kinked or sagging duct, and make sure the termination is sealed and clear of debris. It’s a fire risk people don’t think about until a load takes 90 minutes to dry. The dedicated page for this service is here: Dryer Vent Cleaning in Citrus.
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 Citrus
Chimney repair in Citrus is where the age of the housing stock really shows. The original clay-tile liners in 1940s and 1950s chimneys crack over time – sometimes from settling and seismic activity, sometimes from the thermal shock of a hot fire against cold tile. Once those cracks open up, heat and gases can reach the masonry behind the liner, and that’s a fire risk no sweep alone can fix. The same is true of rusted dampers, failed flashing, and missing caps. We find it and we fix it – the full scope of repair work is described at Chimney Repair.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You notice rust on the chimney top, hear birds or animals inside the flue, or find water staining around the firebox after rain.
What it costs in Citrus
Chimney cap installation in Citrus typically runs $160 to $405, depending on the cap size and the flue configuration.
How we do it
We measure the flue dimensions, install a stainless steel cap sized to the crown, and secure it so it stays put through Santa Ana wind gusts.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, bent, or missing entirely, leaving the flue open to rain, embers, and nesting birds.
What it costs in Citrus
Chimney cap replacement in Citrus generally runs $160 to $405, same range as installation but potentially higher if the old cap requires removal work.
How we do it
We remove the existing cap, inspect the flue and crown for damage, and install a new cap rated for the local ember and wind conditions.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked or missing clay tiles, or you smell smoke after a burn even with a clean flue and open damper.
What it costs in Citrus
Chimney liner installation in Citrus typically ranges from $1,000 to $3,420 depending on the liner material, flue length, and access.
How we do it
We camera-measure the existing flue, source the correct DuraFlex flexible liner, and lower it into place through the firebox or the crown, then seal and verify draft.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water spots on the ceiling near the chimney, damp masonry around the roofline, or peeling paint where the chimney meets the roof.
What it costs in Citrus
Chimney flashing repair in Citrus usually runs $150 to $305, though roof access difficulty can push toward the higher end.
How we do it
We remove the failed flashing, replace it with new metal cut to the roof pitch, and seal the joint so water sheds away from the chimney chase.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
You see cracks in the concrete crown, spalling or missing chunks along the top edge, or water pooling around the flue after rain.
What it costs in Citrus
Chimney crown repair in Citrus generally lands between $400 and $705, influenced by crown size and the extent of crack repair.
How we do it
We clean and prep the existing crown, fill and seal the cracks with a bond-leveling compound, and finish with a waterproof membrane designed for clay-tile chimneys.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Citrus
| Item | Typical range in Citrus |
|---|---|
| Chimney Cap Installation | $160 – $405 |
| Chimney Cap Replacement | $160 – $405 |
| Chimney Flashing Repair | $150 – $305 |
| Chimney Crown Repair | $400 – $705 |
| Chimney Liner Installation | $1,000 – $3,420 |
How do I know if my Citrus chimney needs a liner or just a sweep?
A sweep removes creosote; a liner addresses structural breaches in the flue. We never recommend a liner without showing you the camera footage, and we never push one when a sweep is sufficient. If the camera shows cracked tiles or gaps, the liner is the fix.
Will my 1950s clay-tile chimney pass an inspection?
Not necessarily. Many 1940s-1960s Citrus homes have clay tiles that have cracked from decades of thermal cycling and seismic settling. A camera inspection tells us quickly whether the flue is still safe to burn or needs a liner before the next fire season.
Brands We Service in Citrus
We stock and install from a curated list of manufacturers, not whatever is cheapest at the supply house. In Citrus, that means parts from our brands like DuraFlex, HeatShield, Famco, and Copperfield are typically on hand or a day out, so repair work doesn’t stall waiting on a shipment.
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| Service | Typical range in Citrus |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard) | $129 – $219 |
| Chimney sweep (heavy creosote / glazed) | $250 – $450 |
| Chimney cap installation | $160 – $405 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $160 – $405 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $150 – $305 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $705 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,000 – $3,420 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $89 – $189 |
What pushes a Citrus job toward the high end of these ranges is usually access: a steep roof pitch on a hillside home, a two-story chimney run, or decades of deferred maintenance that converted a simple sweep into a mechanical cleaning and a liner inspection. We quote the flat price before work begins, so the number on the bid is the number on the invoice.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Citrus
We cover the entire 91702 zip code and the surrounding foothill streets, from the older subdivisions near Citrus Avenue to the hillside lots that catch the first wind off the San Gabriels. Our routes put us in Citrus consistently, so scheduling doesn’t mean waiting for a crew from across the county.
- Citrus Ave corridor
- Foothill Blvd north side
- Barranca Ave neighborhoods
- South of Route 66 residential blocks
Service Area – Cities Near Citrus
We also run crews into the neighboring San Gabriel Valley cities, including Azusa, CA, Irwindale, CA, Covina, CA, and Glendora, CA. If you’re on the border between Citrus and one of these cities, we’ll confirm coverage when you call.
Serving Citrus, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Citrus 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 Citrus
Citrus is within our regular service route, so we typically schedule within a few days to a week, with more openings in spring and summer. Fire season push comes in fall, so booking before the first burn is the surest way to lock in a date.
Most repair work – caps, flashing, crown sealing, and even liner installation – does not require a separate permit when done as a repair. New chimney construction or major rebuilds can trigger local building department review, and we’ll flag that before any work starts.
If your Citrus neighborhood has an HOA with rules about chimney caps, spark arrestors, or exterior appearance, we can help you match the right component and, if needed, document the work. The cap and spark arrestor combos we stock generally meet the fire-district requirements for foothill communities.
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 Citrus Customers Say
"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."
— Priya Rao"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
— Ebony Nash"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."
— Eric Rhodes