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 Hollywood, CA
Chimney repair in Hollywood usually means one thing: a 1920s fireplace that hasn’t been touched in decades, hidden behind paint or a gas insert, and nobody knows what’s actually inside the flue. Glendale Chimney Sweep has served Hollywood since 2011, and most of what we do here starts with a camera inspection, not a brush. The housing stock, the dry climate, and the way these old apartment courts were converted to rentals all shape the work. If you need a chimney company in Hollywood that can document what’s there, fix what’s broken, and tell you plainly when nothing needs to be done, call (833) 467-6493.
Why Hollywood Homes Are Different
Hollywood’s 90028 ZIP is dense with 1920s Spanish Colonial and Craftsman bungalows, plus low-rise apartment courts that were built fast during the movie-industry boom and have been rentals for generations. The fireplaces in these buildings are original brick, and most haven’t seen a wood fire in years. Landlords painted over the firebox, tenants stuck a gas insert in front of it, or the flue was capped when the roof was redone and nobody pulled a permit. What we find in the flats south of Hollywood Boulevard is rarely a sooty, well-used chimney. It’s a dormant one with unknown internal condition, and the job is to find out whether it’s safe to leave alone, safe to use, or needs repair before anyone lights anything in it.
The dry, warm climate means creosote buildup is less common here than in colder, damper parts of the country, but it doesn’t mean chimneys are maintenance-free. Cracked clay liners, failed mortar joints, and rusted-out dampers are weather-related issues anywhere, and in a rental-heavy area like Hollywood they compound because nobody has been responsible for catching them. When a sale or a new lease forces an inspection, that’s usually the first time the flue has been looked at in 40 years.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Hollywood Services
Two services account for most of the calls we get from Hollywood homeowners and property managers. Here’s how each one works in this part of Los Angeles.
Chimney Sweep in Hollywood
In Hollywood, a chimney sweep is often really a chimney inspection with sweeping only if the flue needs it. We see a lot of fireplaces that were sealed off decades ago and have never been opened, plus gas inserts installed in front of original brick that nobody has serviced. The work starts with a camera look at the full flue, then we clean what’s there and give you a written condition report with photos. If you’re a landlord, a tenant, or a buyer who needs documentation, that report is the reason to call. Learn more about Chimney Sweep in Hollywood.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Hollywood
Hollywood’s apartment courts and older bungalows often have long, awkward dryer vent runs squeezed through walls, under floors, or up through flat roofs. Lint builds up fast in those configurations, and the warm, dry climate doesn’t help, because lint ignites more easily when it’s bone-dry. A blocked vent also makes the dryer run hotter and longer, which shortens the machine’s life. We clean the full length of the run, check the termination point, and document what we removed. Details are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Hollywood 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 Hollywood
Most Hollywood chimney repair starts with a problem someone didn’t know they had: a firebox that was painted over, a flue that was capped without being inspected, or a clay liner cracked by decades of thermal cycling. In the 90028 flats, it’s common to find original 1920s brick fireplaces that have never been swept, often sealed or converted to gas, and the first repair question is whether the flue is even still sound. That’s why we don’t recommend anything until a camera has been through it. Glendale Chimney Sweep handles the repair work itself, including Chimney Repair with brand-name materials specified on every quote.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rain streaks inside the firebox, rust on the damper, or debris and nesting material visible in the flue.
What it costs in Hollywood
Chimney cap installation in Hollywood runs $150 to $600 depending on cap size, material, and roof access.
How we do it
We measure the existing flue opening, match the cap to the tile or chase top, secure it with mechanical fasteners, and verify the fit before we leave.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Crumbling clay tile pieces in the firebox, visible cracks in the flue on camera, or a fireplace that can’t pass a level 2 inspection.
What it costs in Hollywood
Chimney liner installation in Hollywood ranges from $2,500 to $7,000 based on liner type, flue height, and whether the chimney is straight or offset.
How we do it
We size the liner to the appliance and flue, run a camera to confirm no blockages, lower or pull the liner into place, insulate as required, and reconnect the appliance to the new flue.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, damp drywall in the firebox area after rain, or visible gaps or lifted metal at the roofline.
What it costs in Hollywood
Chimney flashing repair in Hollywood costs $350 to $900 typically, with the higher end for flat-roof or difficult-access chimneys.
How we do it
We remove the failed flashing, inspect the underlying membrane, install new step and counter flashing, and seal the intersection so water sheds away from the chimney.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracks in the concrete surface at the top of the chimney, missing chunks of crown material, or spalling brick just below the crown line.
What it costs in Hollywood
Chimney crown repair in Hollywood is $400 to $1,200, scaling with the amount of crown that must be removed and recast.
How we do it
We assess whether the crown can be resurfaced or needs a full recast, strip the deteriorated material, build a properly sloped form, and pour a mix that sheds water away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
Do I need a new liner or can the old one be fixed?
If the clay liner has minor surface cracking, HeatShield resurfacing can often restore it without a full reline. If tiles are collapsed, offset, or too far gone, a DuraFlex flexible liner is the fix. We only recommend a liner after we’ve shown you the camera footage.
Can a sealed-off fireplace be repaired and put back into use?
Usually, yes, but the first step is always a camera inspection to document what’s behind the seal. In Hollywood we often open fireplaces that haven’t been used since the 1970s, and the flue condition decides whether the repair is minor or structural. Call (833) 467-6493 and we’ll schedule the camera work.
Brands We Service in Hollywood
We spec and work with professional chimney-industry materials in Hollywood: DuraFlex flexible liners for offset and retrofit flues, HeatShield for clay liner resurfacing, Famco caps and dampers, and Copperfield chimney components. Because we stock and order from these manufacturers directly, turnaround on parts is fast. See our brands for detail on what we use and why.
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| Service | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep and inspection | $200 – $350 |
| Level 2 camera inspection | $250 – $500 |
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $600 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $150 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $125 – $250 |
What pushes a Hollywood job toward the top of these ranges is usually roof access. Flat roofs, parapet walls, and chimneys crowded against neighboring buildings mean more ladder work and more time on site. You get the exact price before we start, and the scope is fixed unless you approve a change in writing.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Hollywood
We work throughout the 90028 ZIP and the surrounding Hollywood area, from the dense apartment blocks south of Hollywood Boulevard up through the hillside streets below the sign. Most calls come from landlords, property managers, and homeowners in the older bungalow courts and converted apartment buildings that define this part of Los Angeles.
- Hollywood flats south of Hollywood Boulevard
- Whitley Heights
- Hollywood Dell
- Beachwood Canyon
- Yucca Corridor
We route Hollywood jobs together so we’re typically in the area once or twice a week, which keeps scheduling tight without stranding you for weeks.
Service Area – Cities Near Hollywood
Glendale Chimney Sweep serves Hollywood and the surrounding Los Angeles area. We regularly handle jobs in Universal City, CA, West Hollywood, CA, Koreatown, CA, and Echo Park, CA. If your building is in the 90028 ZIP or nearby, call (833) 467-6493 and we’ll let you know when we’re next in your area.
Serving Hollywood, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hollywood 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 Hollywood
We know escrow timelines are tight, so we schedule camera inspections in Hollywood within a few business days when asked, and the written report with photos is delivered fast enough to keep the transaction moving. Call (833) 467-6493 and tell us your close date.
Yes, we work directly with property managers and HOAs in Hollywood, and we provide the documentation that boards and leases ask for, including before-and-after camera photos and a written condition report. If the HOA has forms, we fill them out.
That’s one of the most common calls we get in the 90028 area. We run a camera through the flue, document what’s there, and tell you plainly whether you can leave it alone, use it, or need repair. You only pay for the inspection, not for work we don’t recommend.
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 Hollywood Customers Say
"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Carlos Morales"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Tim Parker"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."
— Tara Barrett