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 Inglewood, CA
Chimney repair in Inglewood usually starts with a clay tile flue that has been doing its job since the Eisenhower administration and now shows cracks from decades of heat cycling and the region’s mild but persistent seismic movement. We’re Glendale Chimney Sweep, and we work across Inglewood’s post-war tract homes every week, fixing exactly what those aging fireplaces throw at us. Most jobs are not emergencies. They’re slow failures: a rusted damper, a cracked crown, a liner that spalled apart years ago and nobody noticed because the fireplace rarely gets lit. Call (833) 467-6493 when you want it looked at.
Why Inglewood Homes Are Different
Inglewood’s housing stock was largely built between 1940 and 1965, and those homes share a construction DNA that matters to chimney work. The fireplaces are almost always site-built brick masonry with clay tile flue liners, and most sit outside the exterior wall so the brick takes the full brunt of sun, smog, and the occasional hard rain. Dry Mediterranean weather means fireplaces sit idle for months at a stretch. That idle time lets creosote from last season’s fires harden into a glaze that’s harder to remove than fresh soot, and it gives birds and squirrels time to build nests in uncapped flues. When the Santa Anas kick up or a rare cold snap hits, Inglewood residents light fires without realizing what has moved into the chimney since spring. In the denser 90301 and 90302 blocks, the original 1950s chimneys frequently lack spark arrestors and caps, and flat-roof additions complicate roof access. Technicians who know Inglewood check for cracked crowns from seismic movement as much as from freeze-thaw, because freeze-thaw barely happens here but minor shaking does.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Inglewood Services
Most Inglewood homeowners call us for one of two things: a chimney sweep when buying or selling a house, or a dryer vent cleaning when the laundry room smells like hot lint. Both live here as their own detailed pages.
Chimney Sweep in Inglewood
A chimney sweep in Inglewood is as much about documentation as it is about cleaning. Landlords and real estate agents across 90309 and 90311 need proof the flue was serviced before a sale or a new tenant moves in. The work itself involves removing creosote from the firebox up through the flue, clearing nests and debris, and checking the damper, smoke shelf, and cap. Inglewood’s idle-season bird activity means sweeps here find nests more often than wetter coastal neighborhoods. We document what we remove and photograph what we find. See the full scope on our Chimney Sweep in Inglewood page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Inglewood
Dryer vent cleaning in Inglewood tackles a fire risk that hides behind the wall. Post-war laundry rooms often vent dryers through short, restricted runs or old flexible foil that clogs faster than rigid duct. Lint builds where you never see it, and that lint is fuel. The cleaning pulls built-up lint from the full run, from the dryer connection to the exterior cap, and restores airflow so the dryer runs cooler and finishes clothes faster. It’s a different skill set from chimney work but the same logic: clear the path, document the result. Details are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Inglewood 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 Inglewood
Chimney repair in Inglewood is what we do most. The city’s post-war masonry chimneys are at the age where clay tile liners crack, mortar joints erode, and flashing around the roofline loosens. A cracked liner in a fireplace that gets lit once a year can still let carbon monoxide seep into wall cavities, and a crown that’s been shaking through minor seismic events since 1955 eventually lets water into the brick. We fix what we find, with the same brand-name materials professional chimney contractors spec. This is our full Chimney Repair scope.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You can see an open flue from the ground, or you’ve had birds, squirrels, or rain coming down the chimney.
What it costs in Inglewood
Chimney cap installation in Inglewood typically runs $150 to $350 depending on the cap size and whether a custom bracket is needed.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a stainless or copper cap from brands we stock like Famco and Copperfield, and mount it securely to the crown with weather-resistant hardware.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your clay tile liner is cracked, spalled, or missing sections, and a camera inspection shows gaps where heat or gases can escape the flue.
What it costs in Inglewood
Chimney liner installation in Inglewood typically ranges from $2,900 to $5,800, with the price moving on flue length, access, and whether we install a DuraFlex flexible liner or resurface with HeatShield.
How we do it
We run a camera up the flue to measure and document, then install either a DuraFlex flexible stainless liner sized to the flue or a HeatShield resurfacing system that restores the existing clay liner without a full tear-out.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, or the flashing at the roofline is lifting, rusted through, or missing sections.
What it costs in Inglewood
Chimney flashing repair in Inglewood typically runs $500 to $1,200 depending on whether we can patch the existing metal or need to cut and step-flash a full new section.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing at the chimney-roof joint, inspect the underlayment for rot, and install new step and counter flashing that sheds water down the roofline instead of into it.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown on top of your chimney has visible cracks, is spalling, or water pools on it after rain.
What it costs in Inglewood
Chimney crown repair in Inglewood typically runs $750 to $1,600 depending on whether we’re sealing surface cracks or forming and pouring a new crown with proper overhang.
How we do it
We clean and prep the existing crown, fill and seal cracks with a flexible crown sealer, or build a form and pour a new sloped crown that directs water off the brick.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Inglewood
| Item | Typical range in Inglewood |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney crown repair | $750 – $1,600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,900 – $5,800 |
Do I really need a new liner if the fireplace still draws fine?
A fireplace can draw fine while gases escape through cracks you cannot see from the firebox. Clay liners fail slowly, and Inglewood’s age of housing means most original liners are near end of life. A camera inspection shows exactly what’s there. Call (833) 467-6493 and we’ll show you the footage.
How long does a chimney repair take in Inglewood?
Cap and crown repairs are usually done in one visit, typically three to five hours. Liner installations run a full day to a day and a half, including the camera work, sizing, and installation. We book a set appointment, not a window.
Brands We Service in Inglewood
We work with a curated set of chimney-industry brands: DuraFlex liners, HeatShield resurfacing, and Famco and Copperfield caps and dampers. We stock these locally for Inglewood jobs and quote by exact product name so you know what you’re paying for before we start. See our brands for the full rundown.
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| Service | Typical range in Inglewood |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $320 |
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney crown repair | $750 – $1,600 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $500 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,900 – $5,800 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $250 |
Prices in Inglewood move up when roof access is tight, flat-roof additions block the standard ladder path, or the flue has been dammed off for a gas conversion and needs extra prep before a liner goes in. We price the job before we start and the number we give you is the number on the invoice.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Inglewood
We work throughout Inglewood’s residential blocks, from the brick-and-stucco streets of Morningside Park to the duplex-heavy lots near La Tijera and the older homes around Centinela Park. Most of our Inglewood calls get a technician on-site within three to five business days, sooner for non-functional fireplaces or water leaks.
- Morningside Park
- Centinela Park
- Lockhaven
- Arbors at Century
- Hollypark Knolls
Service Area – Cities Near Inglewood
Beyond Inglewood, we run calls through the neighboring South Bay and airport communities. That includes Hawthorne, CA, Del Aire, CA, Lennox, CA, and Alondra Park, CA. If you’re close to an Inglewood border, call and we’ll tell you straight whether we cover your street.
Serving Inglewood, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Inglewood 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 Inglewood
Most chimney sweeps, cap installs, and crown repairs do not require a City of Inglewood permit. A full liner replacement or structural rebuild may need one, and if it does, we’ll tell you before we start and handle the paperwork as part of the job.
Our typical Inglewood response is three to five business days from your call. If you have water coming through the chimney or a fireplace that won’t draft, say so when you call (833) 467-6493 and we’ll prioritize the visit.
Yes. We sweep and document chimneys for rental turnarounds and real estate closings throughout 90309, 90310, and 90311. You get a written record of what was cleaned and what we found, which is what landlords and listing agents need.
If you’ve got a fireplace that hasn’t been looked at in years, or a chimney that’s been leaking in the Inglewood rains, call (833) 467-6493. We’ll put a camera up the flue and show you what’s going on before we sell you anything.
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 Inglewood Customers Say
"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"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Luis Ramirez"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