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 Crestline, CA
Chimney repair in Crestline usually means one of three things: a cracked crown letting snowmelt into the masonry, a deteriorated liner no longer containing heat and gases, or flashing that’s pulled away from the roof after a heavy winter. San Bernardino Chimney Sweep handles all three, plus the sweeping and dryer vent work Crestline homes need before burning season. Call (877) 516-7159 for a chimney inspection that looks at the whole system, not just the flue.
Why Crestline Homes Are Different
Crestline sits at roughly 4,600 feet in the San Bernardino Mountains, and the homes here reflect that. Many were built as cabins in the 1950s and 1960s, then expanded and winterized over the decades. What that means for chimneys is predictable: masonry fireplaces and freestanding wood stoves that have seen decades of use, often with original clay tile liners that were never designed for the volume of burning a full-time mountain residence demands. Some have been retrofitted, some haven’t. We find chimneys with no cap at all, which lets rain, snow, and embers drop straight down the flue. We find flashing sealed with roofing tar instead of proper metal, which fails the first time ice expands behind it. And we find liners with creosote glazed onto the walls so thick it’s become a fuel source waiting for ignition.
The climate drives the work rhythm here. From late October through April, fireplaces and stoves run daily in many Crestline homes. The temperature swings are hard on masonry: snowmelt seeps into hairline cracks, freezes overnight, and wedges them wider. After the big wildfires that have moved through the San Bernardino Mountains, we also see a spike in calls from homeowners needing inspections for ember intrusion and insurance compliance, especially for properties near the national forest boundary. Fire-safety regulations and insurance requirements here are stricter than in the valley cities below, and for good reason. A chimney that would pass in San Bernardino might not pass in Crestline.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Crestline Services
The two services Crestline homeowners call about most are chimney sweeping and dryer vent cleaning, both of which matter more here because of how heavily homes rely on wood heat and how dry the forest surroundings get in summer.
Chimney Sweep in Crestline
A proper sweep in Crestline removes creosote and checks the flue for the damage that mountain weather causes, but it also documents what we find. Homeowners here often need that documentation for insurance purposes, and our sweep includes a visual inspection of the liner, crown, cap, and flashing. If we find damage, we can usually quote the repair on the same visit. See Chimney Sweep in Crestline for the full breakdown of what a sweep includes and what it costs here.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Crestline
Dryer vents clog faster in mountain homes because the dryer runs more often during snow season, when line-drying outdoors isn’t an option. A blocked vent forces the dryer to work harder and can ignite lint, which is one of the leading causes of residential fires. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior vent, not just the first few feet. See Dryer Vent Cleaning in Crestline for details on how we do it and what to watch for in your home.
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 Crestline
Most Crestline chimney repairs start with water. Snow and rain get into places they shouldn’t, freeze, and break things. A cracked crown lets moisture into the chimney’s core, where it slowly destroys the masonry from the inside. A liner that was adequate for occasional weekend cabin use is often not adequate for a home that burns wood every day from November through March, and once the liner fails, the chimney becomes a fire and carbon monoxide risk. We repair what we find using materials built for the job, including DuraFlex liner systems and HeatShield resurfacing, which repairs liner damage without tearing the whole chimney apart. San Bernardino Chimney Sweep has served Crestline since 2018, and we handle the full range of chimney repairs, from Chimney Repair basics to full relining.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You don’t have a cap, or you can see rust, missing mesh, or animal debris around the top of your chimney.
What it costs in Crestline
Chimney cap installation in Crestline typically runs $300 to $900, depending on the cap size and the chimney’s accessibility.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a stainless steel or copper cap sized for your specific chimney, and secure it to the crown with the proper fasteners and sealant so it stays put through Crestline winters.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your flue tiles are cracked, spalling, or missing altogether, or a camera inspection shows gaps between tile sections where heat and gases can escape.
What it costs in Crestline
A new chimney liner in Crestline generally costs between $2,500 and $7,000, with the final price tied to flue height and liner material.
How we do it
We run a camera up the flue first to document the damage, then size and install a new stainless steel liner, typically a DuraFlex system, and insulate it so it drafts properly even on the coldest mountain mornings.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling or walls near the chimney after rain or snow, or the metal at the roofline is pulling away from the brick.
What it costs in Crestline
Chimney flashing repair in Crestline usually falls between $400 and $1,200, depending on how much existing flashing can be saved.
How we do it
We remove the failed flashing, inspect the underlying roof and masonry, install new metal flashing stepped into the brick and under the shingles, and seal every transition so water can’t get behind it.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete or mortar slab on top of your chimney is cracked, crumbling, or has visible gaps where water pools and seeps down into the masonry.
What it costs in Crestline
Crown repair in Crestline typically runs $600 to $2,000, depending on whether the crown needs resurfacing or a full replacement pour.
How we do it
We clean and prep the existing crown, then apply a new sloped surface that sheds water away from the flue, using materials that can handle Crestline’s freeze-thaw cycle without cracking.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Crestline
| Item | Typical range in Crestline |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $2,000 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000 |
Do I really need a new liner, or can it be resurfaced?
If the existing liner is intact but has minor cracks or surface damage, HeatShield resurfacing can often repair it for less than a full replacement. We’ll show you the camera footage before recommending either option, so the decision is based on what you can see yourself.
Call (877) 516-7159 and we’ll run a camera inspection, walk you through what it shows, and quote both options if applicable.
How long does a chimney repair job take in Crestline?
Cap, flashing, and crown repairs are usually finished in a single visit. A full liner installation typically takes one to two days. We’ll give you a fixed quote before work starts, and in our experience with Crestline homes, the actual work rarely exceeds the estimate.
Call (877) 516-7159 to schedule an inspection and get a firm timeline for your specific repair.
Brands We Service in Crestline
You’ll see us working with Chimney parts from our brands, like Famco caps, Copperfield flashing and chase covers, and DuraFlex liner systems. We keep the most common Crestline replacement parts stocked locally, so standard cap and flashing repairs don’t wait on a supplier shipment.
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Bluff pricing helps no one. Here’s what chimney work typically costs in Crestline, based on the jobs we do most often.
| Service | Typical range in Crestline |
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| Chimney sweep | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $2,000 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $100 – $250 |
What pushes a Crestline job toward the top of the range is usually roof pitch and access. Steep mountain roofs, snow guards, and lack of a flat staging area can require more time and equipment. When we give you a price, it’s fixed before we start, so the number doesn’t change halfway through the job.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Crestline
We work throughout the 92325 ZIP code, from the older cabin clusters near Lake Gregory up to the ridgeline neighborhoods closer to the forest boundary. We schedule by area, not by a rotating route, so the wait time doesn’t depend on which side of town you’re on.
- Lake Gregory area
- Crestline Village
- Cedar Heights
- Twin Peaks
- Valley of Enchantment
Service Area – Cities Near Crestline
We serve Crestline and the surrounding mountain and valley communities. Many of our Crestline customers also have family or rental properties in Lake Arrowhead, CA, and we regularly run jobs through San Bernardino, CA and Highland, CA on the same route. Down the mountain, we also cover Muscoy, CA and the surrounding foothill areas. Call (877) 516-7159 and we’ll let you know if we service your specific address.
Serving Crestline, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Crestline 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 Crestline
We schedule Crestline work throughout the week, not just on a set weekly route. During fall burning-season prep, which is our busiest period in the mountains, the wait can stretch to a week or two. If you call in spring or summer, we can usually get to you within a few days. Call (877) 516-7159 and we’ll tell you the next available visit for your area.
Most chimney sweeps, caps, flashing repairs, and liner resurfacing don’t require a permit. Full liner replacements and structural masonry work sometimes do, depending on the scope and location. We’ll tell you during the estimate if your job needs one, and we’re familiar with the county requirements for the Crestline area.
Yes. That’s the point of calling us instead of two different companies. If a sweep turns up a cracked flue tile or a failing crown, we can often quote and schedule the repair on the spot. You don’t have to hire a second company and start the process over. Call (877) 516-7159 to book a sweep with a real inspection attached.
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 Crestline Customers Say
"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"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
— Robert Quinn"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 Rodriguez