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 Claremont, CA
Chimney repair in Claremont usually means one thing: a home built before 1960 whose original clay flue has finally shown its age. We handle everything from cracked crowns to full liner replacement, and we start with a camera inspection so you see exactly what we see. Claremont’s older housing stock, especially around the Village and the historic tracts near the Colleges, keeps our repair crews busy year-round. If you’re looking at water stains on the ceiling near the chimney or noticing mortar bits in the firebox, call us at (833) 467-6493 and we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s urgent or can wait.
Why Claremont Homes Are Different
Claremont sits right at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, and that geography shapes the work. Fall and winter Santa Ana winds push debris and soot back down flues, but the bigger issue is how the original chimneys were built. Homes from the 1900s through the 1930s in the Village and the Craftsman tracts near the Claremont Colleges typically have masonry fireplaces made with soft, locally sourced brick and lime mortar. Many of those chimneys were never relined. When we clean them, we often find flues that draft fine on calm days but smoke back into the house during a Santa Ana event because the original clay tiles were never raised to modern heights.
The 1950s and 60s ranch homes in southern Claremont have their own pattern. Those chimneys were built with clay-tile flues that crack over decades of heating and cooling cycles. Add in occasional high-wind events that loosen caps and crowns, and you get a city where a routine sweep fairly often turns into a repair conversation. That’s not a sales pitch. It’s just what the housing stock does.
The dry chaparral foothills matter too. Creosote buildup in a wood-burning fireplace is a fire risk anywhere, but in a place where wildfire season is a real concern, keeping a chimney clean and properly capped isn’t optional. We spec spark arrestors and caps that meet the standards this region actually needs.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Claremont Services
Most Claremont homeowners call us first for one of two things: a chimney that hasn’t been cleaned in years, or a dryer vent that’s quietly backing up. Both are safety issues, and both are jobs we handle start to finish.
Chimney Sweep in Claremont
In Claremont’s older homes, a sweep is rarely just a sweep. We remove creosote and soot, but we also document the flue condition with a camera so you know whether your 1920s chimney has a modern liner or is still running on original clay. That matters in the Village, where many fireplaces have never been relined and the first sign of trouble is smoke backing into the living room during Santa Ana winds. Our Chimney Sweep in Claremont service covers the full inspection, the cleaning, and a written report of what we found.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Claremont
Dryer vents don’t care how old your house is, but Claremont’s dry, lint-heavy air doesn’t help. A clogged dryer vent is a documented house-fire risk, and it also makes your dryer run longer and hotter than it should. We clean the full vent run from the dryer to the exterior termination, and we show you the before and after. See our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Claremont page for the full scope and pricing.
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 Claremont
Chimney repair in Claremont starts with a camera inspection, because the problem is rarely visible from the ground. Homes built in the 1920s through the 1950s near the Village and the Colleges often have original clay-tile flues that were never relined. Decades of heating and cooling cycles crack those tiles, and once they crack, heat and gases can reach the surrounding masonry. We repair what we find and show you the images before we recommend anything. If you need a full service hub reference, our Chimney Repair page covers the scope across the region.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rain water inside the firebox, rusted damper hardware, or no cap at all when you look up from the ground.
What it costs in Claremont
Chimney cap installation in Claremont typically runs $250 to $450, depending on the flue size and whether a custom bracket is needed.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a stainless or copper cap from Famco or Copperfield, and secure it to the crown with mechanical fasteners and a weather-resistant seal.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Cracked or spalled clay tiles visible during a camera inspection, smoke backing into the house, or a gas appliance venting into an unlined flue.
What it costs in Claremont
Chimney liner installation in Claremont typically runs $2,800 to $5,900 depending on flue height, offset, and whether we use a rigid or flexible system.
How we do it
We run a camera first, then size the liner to the flue and the appliance, and install a DuraFlex system when the clay tiles are too far gone to salvage.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, damp drywall in the attic, or visible gaps where the roof meets the masonry.
What it costs in Claremont
Chimney flashing repair in Claremont typically runs $450 to $1,200 depending on whether we can patch the existing flashing or need to cut and install new pieces.
How we do it
We remove the damaged flashing, inspect the underlayment, and install new step and counter flashing that laps correctly with the existing roof.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracks across the top of the chimney, chunks of crown missing at the edges, or water pooling on the crown instead of running off.
What it costs in Claremont
Chimney crown repair in Claremont typically runs $600 to $1,500 depending on the degree of cracking and whether a full recast is needed.
How we do it
We grind out the damaged material, build a form or prep the surface, and recast with a Portland-based crown mix that slopes away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Claremont
| Item | Typical range in Claremont |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $450 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $450 – $1,200 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,800 – $5,900 |
How much does chimney repair cost in Claremont?
Most Claremont repairs land between $250 for a simple cap and $5,900 for a full liner replacement on a tall or offset flue. The final number depends on what the camera inspection shows. Call (833) 467-6493 for a written quote.
Do I really need to repair my chimney before using the fireplace?
If the flue is cracked or the crown is failing, yes. Heat and gases can reach combustible framing, and water entry accelerates masonry decay. If the camera shows intact clay tiles and a sound crown, a cleaning may be all you need.
Brands We Service in Claremont
We stock and install parts from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Famco, and Copperfield. That means when a Claremont chimney needs a liner, a cap, or a crown repair, we’re not special-ordering from a catalog and hoping it fits. We carry the pieces and we know how they behave. See our brands page for the full list and why we spec them.
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AfterPricing for Chimney Company in Claremont, CA
| Service | Typical range in Claremont |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $189 – $329 |
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $450 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $450 – $1,200 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,800 – $5,900 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $149 – $249 |
What pushes a Claremont price up is usually access: a steep roof pitch, a chimney on the uphill side of a foothill lot, or an older flue that needs extra prep before we can install a liner. We give you a flat price before the work starts, and that price doesn’t change unless we both agree in writing.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Claremont
We work all over Claremont, from the Village and the historic tracts around the Colleges down through the ranch-home neighborhoods south of Foothill Boulevard and into the newer infill near the foothills. Most Claremont calls get a response within one business day, and we schedule repairs around the fall rush when possible.
- The Village
- Claremont Colleges area
- Foothill neighborhoods
- South Claremont ranch tracts
- Claraboya and Piedmont Mesa
Service Area – Cities Near Claremont
We also serve the surrounding foothill and valley communities. If you’re in Montclair, CA, La Verne, CA, Upland, CA, or San Antonio Heights, CA, the same crew covers your area with the same camera-first approach and written quotes.
Serving Claremont, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Claremont 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 Claremont
Most Claremont calls get a response within one business day. During the fall rush, chimney sweeps and inspections book out fast, so call (833) 467-6493 early in the season if you want the fireplace ready before the first cold snap.
Most repair work like caps, flashing, and crown repair doesn’t require a city permit. Full liner replacements can sometimes trigger a permit depending on the scope, and we’ll tell you upfront if your job falls into that category.
Yes. If your home is in a designated historic district, we can match materials and finishes where required and provide documentation for an HOA or architectural review. Let us know when you call and we’ll plan accordingly.
If you live in Claremont and your chimney hasn’t been looked at in years, start with an inspection. Call (833) 467-6493 for a free estimate, and we’ll tell you straight whether you need a sweep, a repair, or nothing at all.
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 Claremont Customers Say
"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"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