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 Crestline, CA
Chimney repair in Crestline usually means one of two things: a flue liner that has cracked or separated after years of mountain freeze-thaw cycles, or a chimney crown and flashing that leak snowmelt into the masonry. Most Crestline homes are 1950s-1980s cabins and vacation builds with wood-burning fireplaces and freestanding stoves rather than modern gas inserts, so the chimneys see heavy cordwood use from October through April and sit cold between burns. That combination – hard use, hard freezes, and long idle stretches – creates repair work that flatland chimney companies rarely see. At Corona Chimney Sweep, we repair what we find, using contractor-grade materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, and Olympia Chimney. Call (855) 382-6159 for a free estimate anywhere in the 92325 ZIP.
Why Crestline Homes Are Different
Crestline sits at roughly 4,600 feet in the San Bernardino Mountains, and that elevation changes how chimneys behave. Snow loads and hard freezes put moisture into masonry, and when that moisture expands inside mortar joints and crowns, the damage compounds year over year. The local housing stock skews toward older mountain cabins and second-home builds from the 1950s through the 1980s, many with original masonry fireplaces, freestanding wood stoves, and a heavy presence of pre-EPA stoves that deposit more creosote than modern units. Sloped, wooded lots mean steep-roof access is common, and flue configurations often run taller and with more offsets than a typical Riverside or San Bernardino tract home. The pine forest that surrounds Crestline drops needles and debris onto roofs and flashing continuously, which clogs, traps moisture, and accelerates deterioration around the chimney base. And because many Crestline cabins go unburned for weeks after a snow event, then get fired hot in a rush when the owner arrives, creosote glazes into stage-three deposits that a standard brushing will not remove. That cold-start, hot-burn pattern is a defining characteristic of chimney work up here, and it drives both the cleaning and the repair side of what we do.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Crestline Services
Two services account for most of the calls we get from Crestline homeowners: annual chimney sweeping before and during burn season, and dryer vent cleaning in cabins where lint builds up fast in second homes that sit closed for stretches. Here is what each involves up here.
Chimney Sweep in Crestline
A Chimney Sweep in Crestline starts with a full inspection of the flue, smoke chamber, damper, and crown, then mechanical brushing sized to the flue dimensions. Because Crestline stoves and fireplaces burn cordwood heavily and often sit cold between uses, we’re looking for glazed creosote, animal nests, and needle debris that has dropped into the flue. The sweep removes the deposits, verifies draft, and documents any cracks or spalling the homeowner needs to know about. Most Crestline sweeps run from late September through November, before the first hard snow, then again in early spring as the burn season winds down.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Crestline
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Crestline matters here because many Crestline homes are part-time cabins where the dryer sits unused for weeks, then runs through heavy laundry loads when the family arrives. Lint accumulates, compacts, and restricts airflow, and a clogged dryer vent is a fire waiting to happen. Our technicians run rotating brushes through the full vent run from the dryer to the exterior termination, clear the lint, and check that the termination flap opens freely. In mountain cabins, we also check for rodent nesting in the vent line – a common problem when a home sits unoccupied for stretches.
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 Crestline
Chimney repair in Crestline is dominated by freeze-thaw damage to masonry and liners. The same cold winters that make the fireplace essential also push water into mortar joints, crowns, and flue liners, where it freezes, expands, and cracks the structure from the inside out. In a 1960s cabin with an original clay tile liner, twenty years of that cycle usually means cracked flue tiles, spalling brick, and a crown that no longer sheds water. We handle all of it in-house, from liner installation to flashing and crown work, using DuraFlex stainless flexible liners for retrofits and HeatShield resurfacing for qualifying chimneys with deteriorated mortar joints or hairline cracks. When a sweep turns up a problem, there is no handoff – the same crew that found it fixes it. Read more about the full scope at our Chimney Repair page.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Cracked flue tiles, loose mortar in the flue, or staining on the chimney exterior walls after a hot burn are the typical indicators in Crestline.
What it costs in Crestline
In Crestline, chimney liner installation typically runs $3,000 to $5,500 depending on flue height, access, and whether the existing clay tile needs removal before the new liner drops in.
How we do it
We size the liner to the appliance and flue dimensions, then install a DuraFlex stainless flexible liner from the appliance flue collar through the full flue run and secure it with a top plate and rain cap.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracks through the mortar crown, missing chunks at the edges, or water staining on the ceiling below the chimney chase point to crown failure.
What it costs in Crestline
In Crestline, chimney crown repair typically runs $650 to $1,400 depending on crowns size, how much demolition the old surface requires, and whether we need to re-form the overhang.
How we do it
We grind or remove the deteriorated crown material, build a form with the correct overhang and drip edge, and pour a new crown that slopes away from the flue so snowmelt sheds properly.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Rust-stained flashing, lifted step flashing, or water running down the chimney interior during heavy mountain storms means flashing has failed.
What it costs in Crestline
In Crestline, chimney flashing repair typically runs $450 to $950 depending on how many courses of flashing need replacing and whether the roofline requires custom counter-flashing.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, cut and install new step and counter-flashing in galvanized or stainless steel, and seal all transitions with a polyurethane sealant rated for mountain temperature swings.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Crestline
| Item | Typical range in Crestline |
|---|---|
| Chimney crown repair | $650 – $1,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $450 – $950 |
| Chimney liner installation | $3,000 – $5,500 |
Two things push repair prices up in Crestline: steep-roof access on wooded lots, which requires extra safety rigging, and taller flue runs on multi-story hillside homes. Every quote is a flat price agreed before we start, and nothing gets recommended without camera evidence you can see for yourself.
Can you repair a chimney liner without full replacement in Crestline?
Sometimes. HeatShield resurfacing can restore a flue liner with deteriorated mortar joints or hairline cracks, provided the underlying structure is sound and the damage does not include full tile collapse. We scope the flue with a camera before recommending it, and we will tell you plainly if the liner needs replacement instead. Call (855) 382-6159 to schedule a camera inspection.
Do I need a new liner if my chimney is only used occasionally?
In Crestline, yes in most cases. A cabin that sits unburned for weeks, then gets fired hot creates thermal cycling that opens and closes cracks in an old clay liner. Even occasional use pushes carbon monoxide through those cracks. If a camera scope shows any gap or separation, the liner needs replacement before the next burn. Call (855) 382-6159 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
Brands We Service in Crestline
We install and service DuraFlex, HeatShield, and Olympia Chimney products in Crestline, stocking the common liner diameters, crowns, and caps locally so turnaround stays short during burn season. See the full list at our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Crestline |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, wood-burning fireplace) | $190 – $270 |
| Chimney sweep (freestanding wood stove) | $210 – $290 |
| Chimney sweep (gas fireplace or insert) | $160 – $220 |
| Chimney sweep (prefab fireplace) | $200 – $280 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $190 |
| Chimney cap installation | $280 – $480 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $300 – $500 |
| Chimney crown repair | $650 – $1,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $450 – $950 |
| Chimney liner installation | $3,000 – $5,500 |
Steep-roof access, taller flue runs on hillside lots, and stage-three glazed creosote all push Crestline pricing toward the upper end of these ranges. Whatever the number, you get it as a flat price before we book the job, and the only work we recommend is what the camera shows us.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Crestline
We cover all of Crestline and the surrounding mountain communities in the 92325 ZIP, from the lake-adjacent streets up to the higher ridgeline roads. Some areas need four-wheel-drive access after a snow, so seasonal scheduling sometimes tightens after a storm.
- Lake Gregory area
- Cedar Pines Park
- Valley of Enchantment
- Top Town Crestline
- Skyland
Service Area – Cities Near Crestline
Corona Chimney Sweep has served Crestline since 2018, and we work the mountain and valley communities around it as well. That includes Lake Arrowhead, CA for lakeside cabins and steep chalet-style chimneys, Muscoy, CA for older valley homes with masonry fireplaces, San Bernardino, CA for the larger housing stock down the hill, and Highland, CA for East Valley homes with wood-burning and prefab setups. If you’re near any of these communities, the same crew covers the whole area.
Serving Crestline, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Crestline 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 Crestline
We schedule Crestline jobs throughout the week and batch mountain runs when possible, so most homeowners get a visit within a week, tighter in summer and shoulder season. During snow events, access can push scheduling out a day or two. Call (855) 382-6159 and we’ll give you the next available slot.
Chimney sweeping and most repairs do not require a permit in Crestline, but some HOAs around Lake Gregory require exterior work like caps or crowns to match existing materials. We can help you check ahead of scheduling. For liner installation, a building permit is sometimes required by San Bernardino County; we handle that paperwork.
Schedule a sweep and inspection before the first hard freeze, ideally in September or October. That catches creosote buildup from the prior season and any damage from snowmelt before you rely on the fireplace. If the chimney has not been swept in years, book earlier because stage-three glazing takes more time to remove. Call (855) 382-6159 for a free estimate.
For chimney repair, sweeping, or dryer vent work in Crestline, call Corona Chimney Sweep at (855) 382-6159. We repair what we find, show you the camera evidence, and quote a flat price before any work begins.
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 Crestline Customers Say
"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Jodi Brooks"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Marcy Padgett"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Raj Patel