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 Van Nuys, CA
Chimney repair in Van Nuys usually means one of two things: a cracked clay flue liner from the 1950s that’s been quietly deteriorating for decades, or a crown and cap that gave up years ago and let water eat the mortar joints. We handle both, plus the sweeping that keeps the whole system safe between repairs. The original brick fireboxes in Van Nuys tract homes were built well, but the clay tiles inside them have a lifespan, and the Valley’s dry heat plus winter cold snaps accelerate the cracking. Call (877) 516-7159 when you want a specialist who can actually fix what the camera finds.
Why Van Nuys Homes Are Different
Van Nuys sits in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, and its housing stock tells a specific story. Thousands of post-WWII single-story ranch and cottage tract homes went up between the 1940s and 1960s across ZIP codes 91401, 91405, 91406, 91410, 91411, 91470, and 91482. Most were built with original masonry fireplaces, clay-tile flues, and low-pitched roofs. Decades later, many have been expanded or converted without updating the chimney liner. That matters because the original clay tiles were never designed for 60-plus years of heating and cooling cycles.
The climate does its own damage. Semi-arid Valley heat and dry Santa Ana winds keep fireplaces idle much of the year, which lets creosote harden and glaze inside the flue. Then winter cold snaps hit, and suddenly the fireplace is burning every night. A glazed creosote layer under heavy use is a chimney fire waiting for a spark. And when the Santa Anas blow, a cracked or improperly capped flue turns into a downdraft problem, sending smoke back into the living room instead of up and out.
In the older tract blocks off Van Nuys Boulevard specifically, we routinely find missing mortar joints and cracked clay tiles that have shifted with Valley soil movement. Homeowners often don’t know anything is wrong until a sweep puts a camera up the flue and shows them the gaps. That’s the Van Nuys pattern: a chimney that looks fine from the hearth but isn’t safe to burn.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Van Nuys Services
Most Van Nuys homeowners reach out to us for one of two reasons: a chimney that hasn’t been swept in years, or a dryer vent that’s been ignored even longer. Both are real fire risks, and both are services we handle as a specialist team, not as a handyman add-on.
Chimney Sweep in Van Nuys
A thorough sweep in Van Nuys means removing the hardened creosote that the Valley’s dry idle seasons bake onto flue walls. We brush the full length of the flue, inspect the firebox and damper, and run a camera to document what the naked eye misses. In these older tract homes, the camera often reveals hairline cracks that homeowners had no way of knowing about. You’ll get a photo report and an honest recommendation, nothing more. If what we find needs repair, we can handle it without sending you to a second company. Learn more on our Chimney Sweep in Van Nuys page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Van Nuys
Your dryer vent is a fire risk too, and in Van Nuys ranch homes, the vent run is often long, turns several corners, and exits through a low-pitched roof or a side wall. Lint builds up fast in those conditions, and semi-arid heat keeps it bone dry. We remove the accumulated lint from the full run, check the termination point, and confirm the flap opens and closes properly. It’s a chimney and ventilation specialist’s job, not an afterthought. More detail on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys
Chimney repair in Van Nuys is often about the original clay-tile flue. These 1950s-era tiles crack from decades of thermal cycling, and the shifting Valley soil makes it worse. Once a tile cracks, hot gases and sparks can reach the brickwork around it, which becomes a chimney fire and carbon monoxide risk. We find it with a camera and we fix it with the right materials for the job, whether that’s a new liner, a rebuilt crown, or a proper cap. For the full scope of our repair work, see our Chimney Repair hub page.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
You need a new liner when a camera inspection shows cracked clay tiles, missing mortar joints, or flue gaps that expose brick to heat and gases.
What it costs in Van Nuys
Chimney liner installation in Van Nuys typically ranges from $2,400 to $5,800, depending on the flue length, the liner material, and how much access the existing chimney gives us.
How we do it
We run a camera first to map the existing flue, then size and install a DuraFlex flexible liner or another appropriate system, reconnect the appliance, and verify the seal and draft.
Note: This is not a do-it-yourself repair. A damaged liner leaves hot gases and carbon monoxide a direct path into your home. A trained chimney professional should always handle liner work.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
You need crown repair when the concrete slab at the top of the chimney shows cracks, spalling, or pooling water, which lets moisture into the brick and mortar below.
What it costs in Van Nuys
Chimney crown repair in Van Nuys typically runs from $400 to $1,800, depending on the crown’s size, the extent of the cracking, and whether we can patch it or need to recast the whole crown.
How we do it
We clean and prep the existing crown, fill hairline cracks with a flexible sealant, or build and pour a new properly sloped crown so water sheds away from the flue.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You need a cap when there’s no cover on the flue, or when the old one is rusted through, letting rain, birds, and downdrafts into the chimney.
What it costs in Van Nuys
Chimney cap installation in Van Nuys typically ranges from $250 to $800, including the cap itself and the labor to secure it to the flue.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a correctly sized cap, and mechanically fasten it so it stays put through Santa Ana wind events and storm season.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You need flashing repair when you see water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, rusted metal at the roofline, or missing sections of flashing where the chimney meets the roof.
What it costs in Van Nuys
Chimney flashing repair in Van Nuys typically costs between $350 and $1,400, depending on the number of sides that need work and whether the old flashing can be patched or must be replaced.
How we do it
We remove the damaged flashing, inspect the underlying roof joint, install new flashing that overlaps correctly, and seal the transition so water can’t find a path in.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Van Nuys
| Item | Typical range in Van Nuys |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $800 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,800 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $1,400 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,400 – $5,800 |
How do I know if my Van Nuys chimney needs a new liner?
A camera inspection is the only way to know for certain. In Van Nuys tract homes with original clay tiles, we often find cracks and missing mortar that can’t be seen from the firebox. If the camera shows gaps, the liner has failed, and burning is unsafe until it’s replaced. Call (877) 516-7159 to schedule an inspection.
Can chimney repair wait until next winter?
It depends on what the camera shows. A rusted cap or minor crown crack can often wait a few months. A cracked liner cannot, because it exposes your home to chimney fire and carbon monoxide risk every time you burn. We’ll tell you plainly which situation you’re in, and show you the photos to back it up.
Brands We Service in Van Nuys
We work with contractor-grade brands, not hardware-store substitutes. In Van Nuys, that means Copperfield caps, DuraFlex liners, and HeatShield resurfacing materials are what we install and stand behind. We keep the common parts stocked locally, so most repair jobs don’t stall waiting on a shipment. See our brands for the full lineup.
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| Service | Typical range in Van Nuys |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $800 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $250 – $800 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,800 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $1,400 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,400 – $5,800 |
What pushes a Van Nuys job higher is usually access: a steep low-pitched roof, a chimney in the middle of the roof plane rather than at the eave, or a flue that’s been neglected long enough that the repair scope has grown. We give you a flat price before any work begins, so the number we quote is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Van Nuys
We work throughout Van Nuys, from the older tract blocks near Van Nuys Boulevard to the ranch home neighborhoods in the surrounding ZIP codes. The housing stock is consistent across the area, which means we know what to expect before we arrive: original brick fireboxes, clay-tile flues, and the repair issues that come with them.
- Van Nuys Boulevard corridor (91401, 91405)
- Valley Glen-adjacent blocks (91401)
- Central Van Nuys (91405, 91406)
- South Van Nuys (91411)
- Sherman Oaks-adjacent blocks (91411)
Most Van Nuys appointments can be scheduled within a week, and many repair jobs are completed same-day once we’re on site with the parts.
Service Area – Cities Near Van Nuys
We serve Van Nuys and the surrounding San Fernando Valley communities. If you’re in Valley Glen, CA, Sherman Oaks, CA, Encino, CA, or North Hills, CA, the same team handles your chimney and dryer vent work. The housing stock across these areas shares the same era and the same chimney issues, which means we know what to look for before we arrive.
Serving Van Nuys, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys
Most Van Nuys appointments are scheduled within a week. If you’re seeing smoke back up into the living room or hearing animals in the flue, tell us when you call and we’ll do what we can to move you up. The phone number is (877) 516-7159.
Most chimney repairs and liners don’t require a permit in Van Nuys, but if your home is in a historic district or your HOA has rules about exterior work, we’ll flag that before starting. We can tell you what’s needed on your street when you call.
Move furniture and decor away from the hearth, and clear a path to the fireplace. If you have pets, keep them in another room while we work. We’ll handle drop cloths and cleanup around the firebox, and we’ll show you the camera footage before we leave.
If your Van Nuys chimney hasn’t been looked at in years, or you already know the liner is bad and you want it fixed right, call (877) 516-7159 for a free estimate. We’ll put a camera up the flue, show you exactly what’s happening, and give you a flat price for the work that actually needs doing.
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 Van Nuys Customers Say
"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Rafael Torres"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