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 Valley Glen, CA
Chimney repair in Valley Glen means working on fireplaces that have been standing since Eisenhower was president. Most homes here were built in the 1950s and 1960s, and the original clay tile liners are now 60 to 70 years old. We find cracked tiles, missing mortar joints, and crowns that have separated from the flue on a regular basis. Corona Chimney Sweep has served Valley Glen since 2018. Call (855) 382-6159 when you need a chimney company that repairs what it finds, not one that cleans and refers the problem to somebody else.
Why Valley Glen Homes Are Different
Valley Glen sits in the San Fernando Valley, and the homes here tell the story of the post-WWII building boom. Ranchers and tract homes went up fast, most with original brick or stucco-clad masonry fireplaces. The builders used clay tile flues because that was the standard of the day, and nobody back then imagined these fireplaces would still be in service seven decades later. Many of these homes have had cosmetic remodels, new kitchens, new floors, even new roofs, but the chimney interior has never been touched since the day the mortar cured.
The climate makes things worse. Hot, dry summers bake the masonry and the mortar crown. Santa Ana wind events kick up dust and push temperature swings that expand and contract the brick. Then winter comes, mild but real, and fireplaces get used in short, concentrated bursts. A flue that has sat neglected through years of these cycles is a flue that needs inspection before the first fire of the season. Add in the region’s seismic activity, and you have a specific local pattern: after any noticeable Valley earthquake, we can expect a spike in calls for cracked crowns and separated flue tiles. It is routine in Valley Glen, rare in non-seismic markets.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Valley Glen Services
Most Valley Glen homeowners call us for two things: a thorough sweep of the flue before burn season, and dryer vent cleaning to remove a fire hazard that most people never think about until it is too late.
Chimney Sweep in Valley Glen
Creosote builds up fast in Valley Glen chimneys, especially when short winter burns deposit fresh layers over old, hardened glaze. A sweep of a 1960s masonry fireplace here typically removes between a quart and two gallons of creosote, depending on how long it has been since the last cleaning. We also document the condition of the flue liner while we work, which matters more in Valley Glen than in newer markets: these clay tile liners develop hairline cracks that sweep-only crews never look for. Read the full breakdown at Chimney Sweep in Valley Glen.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Valley Glen
Many Valley Glen ranch homes route dryer vents through long, flat runs that wind through the attic before reaching the exterior. Lint accumulates at every bend, and in a 60-year-old home, that vent has often never been cleaned. A clogged dryer vent is a fire waiting to happen. We treat dryer vent cleaning as fire prevention, with the same technicians who handle combustion venting work. See the full scope at Dryer Vent Cleaning in Valley Glen.
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 Valley Glen
Chimney repair in Valley Glen starts with one fact: the original clay tile liners in these mid-century homes were never built for modern code clearances, and 60 years of heat cycles, seismic shifts, and Valley temperature swings have taken a toll. We regularly find cracked flue tiles, mortar joints that have crumbled away, and crowns with hairline separations. When problems like these go unaddressed, the chimney becomes a path for heat and gases to reach combustible framing, and that is exactly what a liner and crown are supposed to prevent. We repair what we find, in-house, with no referral to an outside contractor. The full scope of our Chimney Repair work is covered on our service hub, but here is what matters most in Valley Glen.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
A missing or rusted-through cap is visible from the ground, and without one, rain, birds, and debris enter the flue and accelerate liner deterioration.
What it costs in Valley Glen
Chimney cap installation in Valley Glen typically runs $120 to $450, depending on flue size, mounting surface condition, and whether a custom cap is needed.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, secure the cap with mechanical fasteners to the crown or flue tile, and verify draft is unaffected after installation.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
If a camera inspection reveals gaps between flue tiles, missing mortar joints, or pieces of clay tile resting in the smoke chamber, the liner has failed.
What it costs in Valley Glen
Chimney liner installation in Valley Glen typically costs between $2,500 and $6,000, with flexible stainless systems like DuraFlex at the center of that range for retrofit applications in older homes.
How we do it
We size the liner to the appliance and flue dimensions, feed the flexible stainless liner down from the top, connect it to the appliance at the base, and insulate where the construction requires it.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace, or drip marks on the flue interior after rain, point to failed flashing at the roof line.
What it costs in Valley Glen
Chimney flashing repair in Valley Glen usually runs $350 to $900, but the final number depends on whether the existing flashing can be resealed or must be cut out and replaced.
How we do it
We inspect the roof-to-chimney junction, remove failed sealant or metal, install new step and counter flashing, and seal with a high-temperature roofing compound.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
A cracked or spalling crown allows water into the chase and flue, and in Valley Glen, earthquake movement frequently opens up separations that were never there before.
What it costs in Valley Glen
Chimney crown repair in Valley Glen typically costs $400 to $1,200, depending on whether a sealant overlay can close the cracks or the crown needs rebuilding from scratch.
How we do it
We clean the crown surface, fill cracks with a flexible cementitious sealant or form and pour a new crown with proper slope and drip edge, and verify water sheds away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Valley Glen
| Item | Typical range in Valley Glen |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $120 – $450 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation (stainless flexible) | $2,500 – $6,000 |
Do I really need a new liner if the old clay tile one is cracked?
Yes. A cracked clay tile liner exposes the chimney chase to heat and gases and cannot be patched reliably. In some cases where the damage is limited to hairline cracks and deteriorated mortar joints, HeatShield resurfacing can restore the flue interior without full liner replacement. A camera inspection tells us which path applies.
Can you repair my Valley Glen chimney the same week you inspect it?
We schedule repairs after the inspection, and most Valley Glen jobs are completed within one to two weeks of the estimate. Liner installations take a full day; cap and crown work is usually done in a single visit. Call (855) 382-6159 to get on the schedule before burn season.
Brands We Service in Valley Glen
We work with contractor-grade product lines, not big-box substitutes. Our Valley Glen trucks carry parts and materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney. That means faster turnaround on liner jobs and repairs without waiting on special orders. See the full list on our brands page.
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| Service | Typical range in Valley Glen |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard masonry fireplace) | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $120 – $450 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation (stainless flexible) | $2,500 – $6,000 |
What pushes a Valley Glen repair price higher is usually the condition of the existing masonry. A crown that has separated from the flue, a chase that needs rebuilding, or a flue with multiple missing mortar joints all add labor hours. You get an upfront price before any work begins, and nothing gets recommended without camera evidence you can review yourself.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Valley Glen
Valley Glen is bordered by Van Nuys to the west and North Hollywood to the southeast, and our trucks cover the entire 91404 ZIP plus surrounding blocks. Most calls put us at the door within two to five business days, with emergency earthquake-damage inspections squeezed in sooner when we can.
- Valley Glen proper (along Oxnard Street and Victory Boulevard)
- South of Vanowen Street near Valley College
- The residential blocks east of Coldwater Canyon Avenue
- North of Burbank Boulevard near the North Hollywood border
- West of Laurel Canyon Boulevard toward Van Nuys
Service Area – Cities Near Valley Glen
We work in Valley Glen and the surrounding San Fernando Valley communities every week. If you are in Van Nuys, CA, Sherman Oaks, CA, Encino, CA, or North Hills, CA, the same crews and equipment cover your area. Call (855) 382-6159 for a chimney inspection or repair estimate, or home for our full service overview.
Serving Valley Glen, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Valley Glen 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 Valley Glen
Most inspections are scheduled within two to five business days. After a Valley earthquake, we shorten that where possible because cracked crowns and separated flue tiles should not wait. Call (855) 382-6159 and we will give you the first open slot.
Most repairs like caps, flashing, and crown work do not require a permit. A full liner installation or structural rebuild may need one depending on the scope and the City of Los Angeles building code. We determine that after the inspection and before the work begins.
Yes. A pre-purchase chimney inspection with camera footage is one of the smartest checks you can make on a 60-year-old Valley Glen ranch. We document liner condition, crown integrity, and flashing, and give you a repair price if problems exist. Call (855) 382-6159 to schedule it.
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 Valley Glen 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."
— Imani Dawson"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."
— Veronica Flores"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Jodi Brooks