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 Tujunga, CA
Chimney repair in Tujunga usually means dealing with an aging clay-tile flue or a rusted metal chimney on a house built between the 1920s and 1980s. Glendale Chimney Sweep has served Tujunga since 2011, and we know what these foothill homes throw at a chimney: cracked flue tiles, missing caps, wind-battered crowns, and creosote that hardens into glaze from years of softwood burning. Whether it’s a damaged liner that needs HeatShield resurfacing or a full DuraFlex replacement, we diagnose with camera inspection and show you exactly what we found before any work begins. Call (833) 467-6493 for a repair estimate.
Why Tujunga Homes Are Different
Tujunga sits in a high-fire-hazard foothill canyon where many homes still rely on wood heat. That changes the way we look at every chimney. Creosote buildup plus dry Santa Ana winds make spark arrestor and flue inspections a year-round safety need here, not just a pre-winter formality. A missing or damaged chimney cap in Tujunga isn’t deferred maintenance; it’s an ember-cast risk during red-flag conditions.
The housing stock shapes the work, too. Most of Tujunga’s homes are 1920s-to-1960s canyon cottages and post-war tract houses with original masonry fireplaces and clay-tile flues. Clay spalls as it ages, cracking under repeated heating cycles and decades of canyon temperature swings. We also service a number of 1970s and 80s homes built with prefab metal chimneys that need specialized cleaning and often have rusted chase covers or warped components from UV exposure. Homes in the 91042 and 91043 ZIP codes routinely show original 1940s-through-60s flues with no cap at all, paired with heavy glaze creosote from burning pine and other softwoods.
Wind is a bigger factor here than most people realize. Santa Ana winds funnel through the canyons in fall, carrying dust, leaves, and fine debris that settles in flues and on chimney crowns. Over time, that debris traps moisture against masonry, accelerating spalling. We check the crown, the cap, and the wash on every Tujunga repair job because the wind and the dry heat age those surfaces faster than the flue itself.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Tujunga Services
Most Tujunga homeowners call us first for one of two things: getting a fireplace or wood stove swept before burning season, or clearing a clogged dryer vent that’s adding heat and lint to an already hot canyon house. Both are covered below.
Chimney Sweep in Tujunga
Tujunga’s wood-burning homes generate creosote faster than most owners expect, especially when pine and other resinous softwoods from the foothills are the fuel. A professional sweep removes that buildup and catches cracked flue tiles or missing caps before they become safety problems. In the high-fire-hazard zone, a clean flue and a functioning spark arrestor matter all year, not just in December. See our full breakdown at Chimney Sweep in Tujunga.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Tujunga
Dryer lint is a recognized house-fire risk, and Tujunga’s dry air makes lint especially combustible. Canyon homes with long, offset dryer ducts or roof vent terminations clog faster than typical suburban layouts. We clean the full duct run, not just the first few feet behind the dryer. Details and local pricing are on the Dryer Vent Cleaning in Tujunga 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 Tujunga
Chimney repair in Tujunga is typically about one thing: stopping fire and flue gases from escaping through a damaged liner or a broken crown. The older canyon cottages and post-war tract homes here were built with clay-tile flues that crack and spall over 40 to 80 years of heating cycles, and too many have no cap at all. Left alone, a cracked flue exposes combustible framing to heat and lets carbon monoxide leak into living spaces. That’s why we start every repair with a camera inspection and show you the footage, so you can see the crack or spall for yourself before deciding what actually needs fixing. We’re authorized to work with HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Famco materials, and when a flue is too far gone we install DuraFlex flexible liner systems that handle offset and retrofit layouts. For a deeper look at what goes into a repair, see Chimney Repair.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Open flue, visible debris or bird activity inside the chimney, or no cap on the flue at all.
What it costs in Tujunga
Cap installation in Tujunga typically runs $300 to $700 depending on flue size and whether we’re adding a spark arrestor for the high-fire-hazard zone.
How we do it
We measure the flue, install a stainless or copper cap sized to the crown, and secure it with mechanical fasteners so Santa Ana winds won’t lift it.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Cracked clay tiles visible on camera inspection, flue gas odor inside the house, or a liner that’s spalled past the point of resurfacing.
What it costs in Tujunga
Full liner installation in Tujunga spans $2,500 to $6,500 depending on whether we’re pulling a DuraFlex flexible liner or rebuilding the flue path, and if scaffolding is needed for a steep canyon roofline.
How we do it
We run a camera first to map the flue, then size and install a DuraFlex liner system that handles the offsets common in older Tujunga floorplans, finishing with a proper top plate and cap.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Tujunga
| Item | Typical range in Tujunga |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $6,500 |
Does HeatShield resurfacing work for Tujunga’s cracked clay flues?
Yes, and it’s often the best option here. HeatShield is designed to resurface cracked clay tiles without a full relining tear-out, restoring the flue’s integrity and saving the cost and disruption of a liner replacement.
Do I really need a new liner if the old one is cracked?
Usually yes, but not always a full tear-out. HeatShield resurfacing can seal cracks before they become dangerous. If the damage is too extensive, a DuraFlex liner is the right fix. We’ll show you the camera footage either way.
Brands We Service in Tujunga
We stock and specify HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Famco materials on Tujunga jobs. Parts are kept locally with our crews, so most repairs don’t wait on a supply order. For the full list of what we work with, see our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Tujunga |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $6,500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150 – $300 |
Prices in Tujunga trend toward the higher end when a home has a steep canyon roofline that needs extra safety equipment, or when an older chimney hasn’t been serviced in decades and the creosote removal takes longer. We always give you a flat price before the sweep starts, and a written repair scope with camera findings before any structural work is approved.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Tujunga
We work throughout Tujunga’s residential pockets, from the older homes near Foothill Boulevard to the canyon-side streets climbing toward the Angeles National Forest boundary. Our crews know the local rooflines and flue layouts, and typical response time for a Tujunga appointment is within a few business days depending on season.
- Sunland-Tujunga foothill canyons
- Homes along Foothill Boulevard corridor
- Plainview area
- Hillhaven neighborhood
- Tujunga canyon streets off Oro Vista Drive
Service Area – Cities Near Tujunga
Along with Tujunga, our crews cover the surrounding foothill and valley communities. If you’re in Sunland, CA or just over the hill in La Crescenta-Montrose, CA, we can schedule the same inspection and camera-based diagnostics. We also serve Shadow Hills, CA and Burbank, CA, plus the rest of the San Fernando Valley and Glendale area.
Serving Tujunga, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Tujunga 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 Tujunga
Most Tujunga appointments are scheduled within a few business days. During fall, before Santa Ana season, our Tujunga calendar fills fastest, so book the inspection a couple of weeks ahead if you can.
Most routine sweeps and liner resurfacing don’t require a permit. Structural rebuilds or full chimney replacements in the City of Los Angeles jurisdiction, which includes Tujunga, may. We’ll tell you before work starts if your job needs one.
Yes. One call covers your fireplace, chimney, and dryer vent. If you’re in Tujunga and want both checked, we’ll schedule them together and give you a combined price before the visit.
Call Glendale Chimney Sweep at (833) 467-6493 for a free estimate on chimney repair, sweeping, or dryer vent cleaning in Tujunga. We’ll give you a straight answer and camera proof before any repair is recommended.
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 Tujunga 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."
— Erin Doyle"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Rafael Guzman"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