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 Bloomington, CA
Chimney repair in Bloomington means dealing with 1950s-to-1970s masonry fireplaces, clay-tile flues that are cracking from decades of Santa Ana wind-driven temperature swings, and more than a few owner-built chimneys that were never permitted in the first place. Corona Chimney Sweep has served Bloomington since 2018, and we repair what we find. That includes cracked crowns, missing spark arrestors, and damaged flue liners on original brick fireplaces throughout the 92316 ZIP code. If your chimney smokes out the living room on the first cold night, or you can see daylight through a cracked crown, call (855) 382-6159 and we’ll inspect it with a camera before recommending anything.
Why Bloomington Homes Are Different
Most of Bloomington’s housing stock was built between the 1950s and 1970s. Single-story stucco tract homes on slab foundations, with original brick fireplaces and clay-tile flues that are now fifty to seventy years old. That matters because clay tile doesn’t flex. When Bloomington gets its hot, dry summers followed by sudden cold snaps, the tiles expand and contract until they crack or separate at the mortar joints. Then a Santa Ana wind blows through and you’ve got debris, cracked crowns, and loose spark arrestor screens all over the neighborhood’s east side.
The other thing we see constantly in Bloomington is unpermitted work. A homeowner in the 1980s decided to add a wood stove, ran a single-wall pipe into an old clay flue, and called it done. No permit, no clearance check, no liner upgrade. The result is a chimney that looks fine from the outside and has unsafe clearances to combustibles inside the chase. Camera inspection catches what a visual sweep cannot. That’s why our standard job here includes a full flue video inspection, not just a brush pass. The dry climate makes creosote especially flammable when it does build up, but the structural problems are what usually fail first.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Bloomington Services
Bloomington homeowners call us most often for the two services that keep a chimney safe before and during burning season: a full chimney sweep, and dryer vent cleaning that treats the vent as the fire hazard it is.
Chimney Sweep in Bloomington
A sweep in Bloomington has to account for what the Santa Ana winds leave behind. We find leaf litter, bird nesting material, and asphalt shingle grit sitting on top of smoke shelves, and in older clay-tile flues that creosote bakes hard in the dry heat. The job starts with a Level 1 or Level 2 camera inspection depending on the chimney’s history, then a mechanical brush pass sized to the flue. We repair what we find instead of handing you a referral. Get the full breakdown on our Chimney Sweep in Bloomington page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Bloomington
Bloomington’s dry air pulls lint fast, and a clogged dryer vent is a fire waiting to happen. Long vent runs through slab foundations are common here, which collect lint at every bend and at the wall cap. Our crews run rotary brush systems through the full run, clear the exterior termination, and verify airflow with a draft gauge before they pack up. It’s the same standard we apply to chimney flues, because it is the same fire-prevention principle. One provider, every venting hazard. See our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Bloomington page for what’s included.
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 Bloomington
Chimney repair in Bloomington usually starts the same way: a homeowner lights the first fire of the season in a 1960s brick fireplace, the house fills with smoke, and we find a cracked clay flue tile or a crown that has crumbled under years of wind-blown grit and heat cycling. Our camera inspection shows you exactly what’s wrong, and if the repair is straightforward we do it the same day rather than referring it out. That’s the difference between a sweep-only crew and a full-service Chimney Repair company. We repair what we find, from the crown down to the smoke chamber.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You hear birds or scratching inside the chimney, or you see rain staining on the hearth bricks below the damper.
What it costs in Bloomington
Installing a new chimney cap in Bloomington typically runs between $280 and $620, depending on whether it’s a standard stainless mesh cap or a custom multi-flue cover.
How we do it
We measure the flue tile, select a stainless or copper cap sized for the outside dimension, and fasten it to the crown with tapcon screws and a polyurethane sealant rather than mortar alone.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, missing its mesh, or no longer covers the flue opening after a wind event.
What it costs in Bloomington
Replacing an existing cap in Bloomington runs $180 to $480, which includes removing the old cap and resealing the mounting surface.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, inspect the underlying flue tile and crown for damage, and install a new cap sized correctly for the exposed flue dimensions with mechanical fasteners and sealant.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your clay tile flue has separated joints, a previous level 2 inspection flagged cracking, or you are changing fuels (for example, adding a gas insert to an old wood-burning firebox).
What it costs in Bloomington
Chimney liner installation in Bloomington typically runs $2,600 to $5,400 for a stainless system, with the larger figure for multi-story runs or relining an existing masonry fireplace.
How we do it
We run a DuraFlex stainless flexible liner down the existing flue, connect it to a properly sized drain fitting, and insulate the gap between liner and clay tile where clearance requires it.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney chase, or damp brick around the roofline after any rain.
What it costs in Bloomington
Flashing repair in Bloomington runs $350 to $850 depending on whether we rework the roof step flashing or replace the entire base and counter-flashing assembly.
How we do it
We cut back the old flashing, install new step and counter-flashing in galvanized or stainless steel, and seal every lap with urethane caulk before leaving the roof.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The mortar crown on top of the chimney is cracked, spalling, or in the worst case missing chunks after a Santa Ana wind event has worked grit into existing hairline cracks.
What it costs in Bloomington
Crown repair runs $600 to $1,200 in Bloomington; when we have to tear off and rebuild the entire crown, it ranges from $900 to $1,500.
How we do it
We grind out the old surface, set a perimeter expansion joint, and pour a new crown with a proper drip edge and downward slope that sheds water away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Bloomington
| Item | Typical range in Bloomington |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap replacement | $180 – $480 |
| Flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
Do I always need a camera inspection before repair in Bloomington?
Yes. In a 1950s-to-1970s tract home, especially one with possible unpermitted modifications, visual inspection from the firebox or rooftop misses too much. The camera shows cracked flue tiles, missing mortar, or improper clearances before we quote any repair.
Can a cracked clay flue tile be repaired or does it need a new liner?
In many Bloomington chimneys, a deteriorated flue interior can be restored with HeatShield resurfacing rather than full liner replacement, as long as the tile structure is still intact enough to hold the coating. We’ll show you the footage and explain which option fits. Call (855) 382-6159 for an exact quote.
Brands We Service in Bloomington
We stock parts for the chimney brands Bloomington homes actually have, including Gelco caps and dampers, Olympia Chimney liners, and Copperfield flashing components. The full list is on our brands page. Because these are contractor-supply lines, not big-box substitutions, we can usually have the right material on the truck the same day we diagnose your Bloomington chimney.
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| Service | Typical range in Bloomington |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $179 – $279 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $89 – $159 |
| Chimney cap installation | $280 – $620 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $180 – $480 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,600 – $5,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
Two things push Bloomington pricing higher than the baseline: owner-built chimneys that need clearance corrections before we can install a liner, and wind-damaged crowns that require a full rebuild rather than a resurface. We quote a flat price before we start, so the number we give you is the number on the invoice.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Bloomington
We work the full Bloomington area, including the tract homes along Valley Boulevard, the older subdivisions around Bloomington High School, and the east side neighborhoods where Santa Ana wind damage shows up first. Response time across the 92316 ZIP code is typically one to three business days, with seasonal demand picking up before the first cold snap.
- Glen Avon area
- East Bloomington
- West Bloomington
- Bloomington central tract
Service Area – Cities Near Bloomington
We regularly serve homeowners in nearby communities where the housing stock and wind patterns create the same chimney problems we see in Bloomington. Our crews cover Fontana, CA, Rialto, CA, Glen Avon, CA, and Pedley, CA with the same repair-first approach and camera inspection standard.
Serving Bloomington, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Bloomington 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 Bloomington
Most repairs, like cap replacement, flashing work, or crown resurfacing, do not require a permit. When we install a new chimney liner or reline an existing flue, the work typically needs to comply with current building code. We handle that determination and can pull a permit if the job requires one.
We typically reach Bloomington within one to three business days, though the weeks before the first cold snap fill up quickly. If your chimney smokes out the house or you have visible crown damage after a wind event, call (855) 382-6159 and we’ll fit you in.
Yes. HeatShield resurfacing is a common repair in Bloomington because it lets us restore a deteriorated flue interior without tearing out the original masonry, as long as the clay tile structure is sound enough to hold the coating. It’s a repair option that sweep-only companies can’t provide.
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 Bloomington Customers Say
"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"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Megan Sullivan"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
— Laura Gallagher