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 Sunland, CA
Chimney repair in Sunland usually comes down to two things: age and fire. Most of the homes here were built between the 1940s and 1960s, and their original clay tile liners have been absorbing decades of heat, moisture, and creosote. Add Sunland’s position in a high fire-severity zone at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, and a cracked flue or missing spark arrestor stops being a maintenance annoyance and becomes a wildfire risk. Imperial Chimney has served Sunland since 2017, and we treat every repair call as both a structural job and a fire-safety inspection. If you suspect your chimney needs work, call (866) 253-3809 for a straight answer and a free estimate.
Why Sunland Homes Are Different
Sunland’s housing stock tells a specific story. The mid-century ranch and post-war tract homes that line the streets off Foothill Blvd and up toward Mt. Gleason were built when masonry fireplaces with clay tile liners were standard. Seven decades later, those liners are spalling, cracked, or gone entirely. Many homeowners have retrofitted those original fireboxes with wood stoves or gas inserts, which changes the venting requirements and often hides damage behind the appliance.
The climate works against these old flues in a particular way. Sunland’s hot, dry summers and Santa Ana wind events mean fireplaces sit unused for months. Creosote that formed during winter fires hardens into a glassy, stubborn layer. Birds, squirrels, and even bees move into the quiet flue. Then the first cool evening arrives, someone lights a fire, and whatever is up there either blocks the draft or catches. In the hillside streets off Mt. Gleason, we regularly pull debris and nests from flues that sat idle through the dry season, and we always check caps and spark arrestors for ember resistance because one stray spark in this wildland-urban interface zone is a genuine brush-fire hazard, not a hypothetical.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Sunland Services
The two services Sunland homeowners call about most are routine chimney sweeping and dryer vent cleaning, and both belong on your home-safety calendar for reasons specific to this area.
Chimney Sweep in Sunland
A sweep in Sunland is rarely just a brush through the flue. Because fireplaces here sit idle through long dry stretches, the creosote left from last season hardens and wildlife moves in. We clear the flue, remove nests and debris, and inspect the liner, cap, and spark arrestor as part of every visit. Given the fire-severity zone, we pay particular attention to anything that could let an ember escape or admit one into the house. Chimney Sweep in Sunland covers what a full sweep includes, what it costs, and how often homes here should schedule one.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Sunland
Dryer vent cleaning matters everywhere, but in Sunland’s dry, windy conditions, a clogged vent full of lint becomes a fast-spreading fire risk inside the wall. Older post-war homes often have long, awkward vent runs with multiple bends that collect lint faster than newer designs. We clean the entire run from dryer to exterior termination, verify airflow, and check the termination flap. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Sunland has the local pricing and the signs that tell you it is overdue.
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 Sunland
Chimney repair in Sunland means working on flues that have spent 60 to 80 years absorbing heat from wood fires and sun from the outside. The clay tile liners in these mid-century and post-war tract homes crack from thermal stress, and when the Santa Anas blow, the chimney crown and cap take a beating from wind-driven debris and dry heat. A cracked liner is not something to defer: in a high fire-severity zone, the gap that lets flue gas into the house is the same gap that can let embers reach framing. Imperial Chimney handles the full repair arc, from caps and flashing to full liner restoration, without handing the job to a subcontractor. That single-company accountability is part of why we built our Chimney Repair practice the way we did.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You can see daylight or debris falling into the firebox, birds or bees are getting in, or you notice water streaks on the damper after rain.
What it costs in Sunland
Chimney cap installation in Sunland typically runs between $175 and $400, depending on cap size and whether we are fabricating for an unusual flue shape.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a stainless or copper cap sized for proper draft, secure it to the crown, and confirm the spark arrestor mesh meets ember-resistance needs for your wildland-urban interface location.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, the mesh is torn or missing, or the cap has blown off entirely during a Santa Ana event.
What it costs in Sunland
Chimney cap replacement in Sunland is comparable to new installation, usually $175 to $400, with the removal of the damaged cap included.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, assess the crown beneath it for damage, install the new cap with mechanical fasteners, and test draft to make sure the flue still pulls properly.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
The original clay tile liner is cracked, spalled, or missing sections, or you are switching fuels and the existing liner is not rated for the new appliance.
What it costs in Sunland
Chimney liner installation in Sunland typically falls between $1,850 and $4,400, depending on flue length, access, and whether we use a rigid or flexible system.
How we do it
We inspect the existing flue, remove damaged tile sections as needed, install a DuraFlex or Olympia Chimney liner sized for your appliance, insulate where code requires, and secure the top plate and cap.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, the flashing is lifting or rusted, or the sealant has cracked and separated from the roofline.
What it costs in Sunland
Chimney flashing repair in Sunland typically runs $280 to $650, depending on roof pitch and how much of the existing flashing is salvageable.
How we do it
We strip back the old flashing, inspect the roof decking beneath, install new step and counter flashing with proper overlap, and seal with a high-temperature roofing compound that holds up to Sunland’s dry heat.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown is cracked, spalling, or pitted, and water is pooling instead of shedding off the top of the chimney.
What it costs in Sunland
Chimney crown repair in Sunland typically costs between $325 and $700, depending on crown size and the extent of the cracking.
How we do it
We clean and prep the crown surface, fill cracks with a flexible sealant, and apply a weatherproof crown coating that resists the thermal expansion and contraction of Sunland’s hot days and cool nights.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Sunland
| Item | Typical range in Sunland |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $175 – $400 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $175 – $400 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,850 – $4,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $280 – $650 |
| Chimney crown repair | $325 – $700 |
Do I really need a new liner, or can I wait?
If the liner is cracked or missing sections, do not wait. Flue gas and embers can reach combustible framing through the gaps, and in Sunland’s fire zone, that risk is compounded. We only recommend a liner when the camera inspection shows damage we can show you.
How often should chimney repair be checked in Sunland?
Homes in the wildland-urban interface should have the chimney inspected every year, even if you rarely burn. Sunland’s dry-season winds and idle months allow deterioration to accelerate unseen. Call (866) 253-3809 and we will schedule an inspection at no charge for the estimate.
Brands We Service in Sunland
We install and service chimney components from Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield, and we keep common cap, crown, and liner parts in local stock so Sunland repairs do not stall waiting on a shipment. Our brands page explains why we chose these manufacturers and what each one does best.
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| Service | Typical range in Sunland |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $135 – $210 |
| Level 2 inspection | $325 – $475 |
| Chimney cap installation | $175 – $400 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $175 – $400 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,850 – $4,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $280 – $650 |
| Chimney crown repair | $325 – $700 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $95 – $180 |
Two things push price up in Sunland more than anywhere else: hillside access and fire-zone code requirements. If your chimney is on a steep lot off Mt. Gleason or requires a longer ladder setup and roof staging, that adds labor. And if the county or your insurer requires specific ember-resistant cap specs, those components cost more. We give you a flat price before any work starts, so the number we quote is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Sunland
We work throughout the 91040 and 91041 ZIP codes, from the flats along Foothill Blvd up into the hillside streets where the driveways get narrow and the chimneys get tall. Most Sunland calls are scheduled within a few business days, and we group jobs in the same area to keep travel efficient.
- Shadow Hills edge along the western boundary
- Foothill Blvd corridor
- Mt. Gleason hillside streets
- Sunland Park area
- Tujunga-adjacent neighborhoods near the 210
Service Area – Cities Near Sunland
Imperial Chimney also serves the neighboring communities where Sunland homeowners often refer friends and family. If you are in Shadow Hills, CA, Tujunga, CA, La Crescenta-Montrose, CA, or Burbank, CA, the same crew, the same materials, and the same flat-price approach apply.
Serving Sunland, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Sunland 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 Sunland
Most Sunland repair calls are scheduled within a few business days. If you have an active leak, visible smoke entering the house, or a damaged cap after a wind event, tell us when you call and we will prioritize the visit. The estimate is free, and the inspection report includes photos.
Most repairs, including caps, crowns, flashing, and liner installation, do not require a permit from the City of Los Angeles when done as like-for-like replacement. If the scope expands into structural masonry rebuild, we will tell you before any work begins and help coordinate what the city needs. Call (866) 253-3809 and we will walk through your specific situation.
Yes. Some Sunland neighborhoods, particularly hillside communities, have HOA rules about cap styles, exterior finish, and visible components. We have installed caps and crowns to match specific architectural guidelines, and we will work with your HOA’s requirements as long as they do not compromise the fire-safety function of the chimney.
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 Sunland Customers Say
"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
— Salma Haddad"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Christine Lin"Thorough sweep and a clear report. He was running late from the job before and arrived near the end of the window, though he did call to warn me."
— Shannon Hoffman