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 Mount Washington, CA
Chimney repair in Mount Washington deals with a specific set of problems: older masonry fireplaces, red-brick chimneys built into steep hillside lots, and flues that work hard through cooler winter nights. We’re a full-service chimney and venting specialist serving Mount Washington, which means our technicians clean, diagnose, and restore in a single visit – not just sweep and leave. When you call (833) 467-6692, you get a crew that carries HeatShield and DuraFlex liner materials on the truck, so a damaged flue can often be resurfaced or relined the same appointment.
Why Mount Washington Homes Are Different
Mount Washington isn’t flat, and its chimneys show it. The neighborhood climbs through mature pines, oaks, and eucalyptus, and a large share of the housing stock dates from the 1920s through the 1960s – bungalows, post-and-beam contemporaries, and later infill, many with masonry fireplaces and clay-tile flues built into sloped lots. Those conditions change the work in ways flatland crews in 90065 don’t see. Roof access is often tighter, with chimneys venting close to overhanging tree canopy. That canopy drops leaf litter, pine needles, and eucalyptus debris onto caps and spark arrestors, and technicians regularly find bird nests packed into the same openings. Fire-safe clearance matters here: brush and tree limbs near a chimney are a Los Angeles County brush-clearance concern, and a cap that is missing or damaged lets embers escape into dry vegetation during Santa Ana wind season. Winters run cooler up here than in the basin, so fireplaces get real use from late fall into early spring, and creosote builds faster in flues that burn frequently. A sweep here is not a formality – it is the difference between a fireplace that drafts well and one that loads up with combustible residue season after season.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
Our Main Mount Washington Services
Most Mount Washington calls start with two jobs: keeping a wood-burning flue clean enough to use safely, and clearing a dryer vent before it becomes a fire hazard. Both are prevention work, and both are handled by the same crew.
Chimney Sweep in Mount Washington
A Mount Washington sweep means more than running a brush. Because chimneys here sit under tree canopy and burn frequently in winter, our technicians clear creosote, remove leaf litter and nesting debris from caps and spark arrestors, and check the flue for cracks, spalling brick, or a failing liner while they work. The inspection is part of the sweep, not an add-on. If you use your fireplace as a heating source rather than a decoration, an annual cleaning before burn season is the right interval. Details on timing and what the job includes are on our Chimney Sweep in Mount Washington page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mount Washington
Lint-clogged dryer vents are a leading household fire hazard, and Mount Washington homes with older laundry setups often have long or poorly routed vent runs. We clean the full duct run, inspect the termination, and can replace damaged venting with Famco or Gelco components on the spot. Homeowners who burn wood in the fireplace and run a dryer on the same property can have both fire risks handled in one scheduled visit. The full scope is on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mount Washington page.
Chimney Repair in Mount Washington
Chimney repair in Mount Washington usually comes down to moisture and heat. Homes from the 1920s through the 1960s were built with masonry chimneys and clay-tile flues, and decades of winter burn cycles plus exposure under tree canopy take a toll. Cracked crowns let water into the brick, failed flashing sends it down the chase, and a deteriorated liner can put combustion gases where they should not be. Because the hillside lots make some repairs harder to reach, we stock DuraFlex and HeatShield materials on the truck so much of the work can be done the same visit rather than after days of waiting on parts. Our Chimney Repair service covers the full scope, from caps to liners to flashing.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
A chimney with no cap, or a cap that has been pulled loose by wind or wildlife, is open to rain, birds, and leaves.
What it costs in Mount Washington
Chimney cap installation in Mount Washington typically runs $220 to $480 depending on flue size and roof access.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, mount a stainless cap sized to the tile or liner, and secure it so it stays put through Santa Ana wind season.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, damp brick, or visible gaps where the chimney meets the roofline mean the flashing has failed.
What it costs in Mount Washington
Chimney flashing repair in Mount Washington typically costs $350 to $850, driven by slope, roofing material, and how much old flashing has to be cut out.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, install new step and counter flashing, and seal the transition so water sheds away from the chimney.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Crumbling clay-tile fragments in the firebox, a persistent smoky smell, or visible gaps in the flue during a camera inspection point to a liner that is no longer containing combustion gases.
What it costs in Mount Washington
Chimney liner installation in Mount Washington typically ranges from $1,800 to $4,500, with stainless DuraFlex systems on the lower portion of that range for a straight run.
How we do it
We run a camera to confirm the condition, size a DuraFlex liner to the flue, and install it through the existing chase in most cases, so the masonry stays intact.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Mount Washington
| Item | Typical range in Mount Washington |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $220 – $480 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $4,500 |
Do I really need to fix a cracked chimney crown?
Yes. A cracked crown lets water into the brick, and on a Mount Washington hillside that means spalling, efflorescence, and a chimney that worsens every winter. Repair is far less expensive than rebuilding a water-damaged chase. Call (833) 467-6692 for a camera-backed assessment.
Can you do chimney repairs the same day?
Often, yes. Because we stock DuraFlex liners and HeatShield materials on the truck, many cap, flashing, and resurfacing jobs are completed the same appointment. The estimate sets the final price before any work starts. Call (833) 467-6692.
Brands We Service in Mount Washington
We work with the professional supply lines contractors actually use: HeatShield for flue resurfacing, DuraFlex for liner systems, and Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield for caps, dampers, and venting components. Parts are stocked locally, which keeps most repairs to a single visit. See our brands for details.
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| Service | Typical range in Mount Washington |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $280 |
| Chimney cap installation | $220 – $480 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $240 – $500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $900 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $4,500 |
| HeatShield flue resurfacing | $900 – $2,800 |
Prices push toward the higher end in Mount Washington when roof access is steep, when tree canopy makes setup slower, or when the home has an older clay-tile flue that needs more inspection time. You get a written estimate before work starts, and the estimate price is the price – no surprises after the fact.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Mount Washington
Mount Washington is more than a single ridgeline. We work everywhere in 90065 and the immediately surrounding area, including:
- Mount Washington proper
- Montecito Heights
- Highland Park border
- Cypress Park edge
- Elysian Valley border
Response for this area is typically fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Most homes are within a short drive of our Los Feliz base.
Service Area – Cities Near Mount Washington
We also serve the neighborhoods that ring Mount Washington. Homeowners in Glassell Park, CA, Atwater Village, CA, Echo Park, CA, and Silver Lake, CA call us for the same sweep, repair, and dryer vent work. The hillside conditions vary block to block, but the approach is the same: inspect, clean if needed, and recommend repair only with camera evidence in hand.
Serving Mount Washington, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Mount Washington and nearby communities. Use the map below to see the area we cover. If you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Mount Washington
We cover all of Mount Washington and the surrounding 90065 area, from the ridgeline down to the flatland edges near the Arroyo Seco. Steep lots, tight driveways, and roof-access work are part of the job here, and we plan for them. Call (833) 467-6692 for specifics on your street.
Most sweeping and component-level repairs do not require a permit, but structural work or a full rebuild can. The City of Los Angeles building department is the authority here. We can tell you during the estimate which category your job falls into, and the written estimate spells out the scope clearly.
We are closed Saturday. Our phone line is answered 24/7, and a call on Saturday is booked into the next dispatch opening, Sunday through Friday from 7am to 7pm. Call (833) 467-6692 and we will get you on the schedule right away.
For chimney repair, sweeping, or dryer vent cleaning in Mount Washington, call (833) 467-6692. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. Estimates are free, and the written quote is the price you pay.
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 Mount Washington Customers Say
"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
- Karen Tran"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
- Laura Kowalski"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
- Allen Yang