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.
Trusted Chimney Sweep for Redondo Beach Homeowners
If you use your fireplace with any regularity, the inside of your flue looks nothing like what a camera reveals. Creosote builds in layers, narrowing the passage and turning every fire into a low-grade gamble. Rob Calloway started Chimney Sweep Redondo Beach to change how South Bay homeowners see the inside of their chimney. We put a camera up every flue before we touch it, so you see exactly what we see: the glaze, the gaps, the spots that need attention. Then we clean with professional-grade equipment and give you a straight answer on what needs doing now, what can wait, and what will cost you more if you ignore it. Call (866) 632-1088 for a free estimate.
Chimney Sweep Services
Chimney Sweep Services include the full range of work that keeps a fireplace safe to operate: flue inspection, creosote removal, smoke chamber cleaning, damper function checks, and liner assessment. You need this at least once a year if you burn wood, even if the last fire of the season burned clean. Our Chimney Sweep in Redondo Beach performs every sweep with a camera inspection included, so the recommendation you get is backed by footage you can watch. A standard sweep and inspection for an open fireplace in Redondo Beach costs $189 to $289 depending on flue height and creosote stage. We’ll tell you the price before the brush touches the flue.
Level 1 Inspection With Every Sweep
Every visit includes a camera pass from the firebox to the cap. We look at mortar joints, flue tile alignment, animal intrusion, and creosote thickness. You get photos showing what we found.
Smoke Chamber and Damper Attention
The smoke chamber collects debris that a basic flue brush never reaches. We detail this area by hand where needed and check the damper opens, seals, and functions under heat. A sticky damper is the most common cause of a smoky living room, and it’s often a simple correction.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
Chimney Cleaning
Chimney Cleaning is the mechanical removal of creosote, soot, and debris from the flue interior using brushes sized to your flue dimensions. You need it when creosote buildup reaches 1/8 inch, when you notice a campfire smell inside your home on damp days, or when your fireplace smokes back into the room. Our team at Chimney Sweep Redondo Beach uses rotary brush systems for glazed creosote and traditional rods for standard buildup. A standard chimney cleaning in Redondo Beach runs $149 to $229 for a single open fireplace. That includes interior drop cloths, a sealed vacuum system, and a full post-clean camera check.
Rotary Removal for Stage 2 and 3 Creosote
If the creosote has hardened into a glossy, tar-like layer, a standard wire brush barely scratches it. We bring a rotary whip system that strips it without damaging the flue liner. This takes longer and adds cost, but it returns the flue to serviceable condition.
Dust-Free Process, Guaranteed
We run a triple-stage HEPA vacuum system that keeps soot from migrating past the fireplace opening. Floors, mantels, and furniture stay clean. If dust spreads, we clean it before we leave.
Fireplace Cleaning
Fireplace Cleaning covers everything from the firebox floor to the face of the hearth, including grate removal, ash disposal, glass door treatment, and surround care. You need this when ash builds past the grate bars, when glass doors develop a white film, or when last year’s debris smells every time the house gets humid. Our team handles the full firebox detail during every chimney sweep, not just the flue. Fireplace cleaning as part of a sweep adds $40 to $70 to the base price, depending on firebox size and glass condition. It’s built into our standard service, not billed as a separate surprise.
Glass Door De-Fogging and Haze Removal
That white haze on ceramic glass doors is baked-on creosote vapor. We remove it with a non-abrasive cleaner formulated for fireplace glass, not ammonia-based household product that etches the surface. If the glass is cracked or the seal failed, we’ll tell you and quote a replacement panel.
Firebox Repair Assessment
We inspect the firebrick and refractory panels for cracks and spalling during every cleaning. A cracked firebrick behind the grate lets heat reach the framing. We flag what’s cosmetic, what’s workable, and what needs a mason.
Chimney Services
Chimney Services describe the broader scope of work beyond cleaning: caps, flashing, flue liner repair, waterproofing, and animal entry correction. You need these when you see water streaks on the ceiling near the chimney, hear birds or scratching inside the chase, or see rust on the damper. Chimney Sweep Redondo Beach performs repairs during the same visit, because we carry the materials and the training. Chimney repair service in Redondo Beach varies widely based on the problem: a replacement cap runs $250 to $450 installed, while a flashing repair typically costs $400 to $900. Every repair starts with a camera inspection so you see why it’s needed.
Water Intrusion Diagnosis
Water is the slow death of every masonry chimney in Southern California. We trace entry points with the camera and a moisture meter: crown cracks, failed mortar joints, missing cricket flashing. Then we fix it in a way that lasts, using proper flashing materials, not silicone smeared over the problem.
Animal and Debris Removal
Birds, squirrels, and rats find chimneys inviting. We remove nests and carcasses, sanitize the flue, and install a proper screened cap so it doesn’t happen again. The cap is fabricated to match your flue size, not a universal fitter that leaves gaps.
Chimney Sweep Certified
Chimney Sweep Certified means the technician carrying the brush has passed a recognized competency program in flue dynamics, code compliance, and inspection standards, not just an online orientation. You need this credential when your house depends on a safe flue, and your insurance company may ask for it after a chimney-related incident. Rob Calloway ensures every sweep meets our Chimney Sweep Maintenance Checklist for Redondo Beach Homeowners and is performed to CSIA and NCRT standards, with the camera documentation to prove the work. The cost is identical to a standard sweep: $189 to $289 in Redondo Beach. We don’t charge a premium for doing the job correctly.
CSIA-Level Inspection Methodology
We follow the same three-level inspection protocol the CSIA teaches: Level 1 for routine service, Level 2 for property transfers or system changes, and Level 3 when structural concerns appear. Every report we leave is clear enough for you, your insurance agent, or your real estate agent to act on.
Documentation That Matters
You receive a written report with photos, measurements, and a straightforward recommendation. No jargon, no alarmism. When unlined or damaged flues appear on a home inspection, the seller often needs exactly this documentation to move the deal forward. We provide it.
Gas Fireplace Cleaning
Gas Fireplace Cleaning addresses soot accumulation on logs, mineral scale on glass, blocked burner ports, and sensor buildup in direct-vent and B-vent gas fireplaces. You need this annually even though gas burns cleaner than wood, because the soot it does produce is acidic and clings to logs and pilot assemblies. Our team at Chimney Sweep Redondo Beach disassembles the log set, vacuums the burner assembly, cleans the glass interior, and tests ignition and thermocouple safety. Gas fireplace cleaning in Redondo Beach costs $149 to $229 depending on unit type. That’s a full service, not a wipe-down.
Burner and Pilot Service
A gas fireplace that lights with a delay or won’t stay lit usually has a dirty thermopile or a blocked pilot orifice. We clean both with appropriate solvents and compressed air, then verify millivolt output. If the thermocouple is failing, we quote a replacement before you have a cold hearth in January.
Log Soot and Carbon Removal
Ceramic fiber logs absorb soot and can become permanently discolored. We clean them gently to preserve the log texture and realistic finish. Warning: do not vacuum these logs yourself with a standard brush attachment, the fibers shed and the log gets damaged. This is a job for the right tools.
Chimney Maintenance
Chimney Maintenance includes the small, scheduled tasks that keep a chimney healthy between sweeps: damper lubrication, cap inspection, crown sealing, and mortar joint monitoring. You need this because Redondo Beach’s salt air eats mortar faster than inland climates, and small cracks become big spalls in two or three seasons. Our team at Chimney Sweep Redondo Beach recommends an annual sweep plus a maintenance check each spring, before the marine layer sits in for months. See our Chimney Sweep Troubleshooting: Common Problems and How to Fix Them for what to watch for between visits. Maintenance visits start at $99 for a damper and cap inspection, and most minor fixes are done on the spot at a flat price you approve first.
Seasonal Salt-Air Inspection
Homes west of PCH and up into the Golden Hills face constant marine salt exposure. We check the cap, crown, and all exposed metal for corrosion that accelerates in this microclimate. Replacing a corroded cap before winter costs far less than repairing a water-damaged smoke shelf in February.
Water Repellent Application
For masonry chimneys, a breathable siloxane-based water repellent stops water intrusion without trapping moisture inside the brick. Applied every five to seven years, it prevents the freeze-thaw spalling and efflorescence we see across older Redondo Beach homes. We quote per square foot and show you the moisture readings before and after.
Brands We Service
We stock and install Copperfield chimney caps, dampers, and flashings because their stainless steel holds up against Redondo Beach salt air better than galvanized alternatives. If your old cap is corroded, we’ll fabricate and install a Copperfield replacement the same visit. DuraFlex liner kits are our go-to for relining masonry flues, since their flexible stainless system fits variable clay tile shapes without tearing. We’ve installed this system in dozens of South Bay chimneys from our Chimney Sweep in Hermosa Beach to Rancho Palos Verdes.
Famco ventilation hardware appears in our dryer vent work, because their caps and terminations survive heat cycling without warping. When a gas fireplace shows restricted venting, the fix often involves the right Famco termination rather than an expensive unit replacement. Whether you have these brands or another manufacturer entirely, we can inspect, service, and repair what you have.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Smoke rolls back into the room on lighting. A flue that can’t sustain draft is either blocked, cold, or too tight for the firebox. It’s pushing carbon monoxide into your living space, not up the chimney. Call before the next burn.
- Black, shiny streaks on the flue walls, visible from below. That’s glazed creosote, the stage that fuels chimney fires. It will not brush out with a standard sweep. It needs rotary removal and the flue needs re-inspection afterward.
- Water stains on the ceiling or wall near the chimney chase. Water is finding a path through your crown, flashing, or brick face. In Redondo Beach’s marine air, it’s getting in faster than it would inland. Every storm extends the damage.
- Rust flakes falling into the fireplace when you open the damper. This means the damper assembly or a metal flue component is corroding. The failure point could be the cap, the damper plate, or a liner section. We’ll find it with the camera before it falls into the firebox.
- Animal sounds from inside the chimney or wall – scratching, fluttering, chirping. Whatever’s in there is adding nesting material to the flue, which creates a fire hazard and a blockage. We’ll remove the animal humanely where possible, clean the flue, and cap it so it doesn’t return.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Arrival and protection. We lay drop cloths from your door to the fireplace, cover the hearth with a protective runner, and place our vacuum system before the fireplace opening. Your home stays clean throughout.
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Camera inspection, top to bottom. We run a high-resolution inspection camera from the firebox up to the cap, recording everything. We pause on every joint, crack, and buildup layer. You’re invited to watch the screen and ask questions.
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Mechanical sweeping. Using brushes sized to your exact flue dimensions, we remove creosote and soot from the walls, smoke shelf, and damper assembly. For glaze-stage buildup, we switch to rotary whip heads that strip without harming the liner.
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Detail cleaning and component checks. The firebox gets a full detail: ash removal, grate cleaning, glass treatment if applicable, damper lubrication, and cap inspection from the roof when accessible.
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Report and honest recommendation. You receive a written summary with photos from the camera pass. We explain what we found, what’s urgent, what can wait, and an exact price for anything that needs follow-up. No phone-call upsell. No vague “you need a liner” without footage showing you why.
How Much Does Chimney Sweep Cost in Redondo Beach?
A standard chimney sweep for an open wood-burning fireplace in Redondo Beach runs $189 to $289. Gas fireplace cleaning comes in at $149 to $229. Adding a full fireplace cleaning detail runs $40 to $70. If the flue has Stage 2 or Stage 3 glazed creosote, the rotary removal adds between $150 and $300 depending on flue length. A Copperfield replacement cap installed starts at $250. Flashing repairs typically fall between $400 and $900. Every estimate is free, and you approve the price before any tool comes out of the van. What changes the cost: flue height, creosote stage, animal intrusion, and whether your damper or cap needs replacement. A chimney on a one-story bungalow in the Avenues sweeps faster than a three-story coastal home with a rooftop chase. We don’t charge by square footage, just by the actual work. To avoid overpaying, never accept a phone quote without a camera inspection, and be suspicious of any sweep who quotes a “$49 special” then discovers problems that triple the ticket. Call (866) 632-1088 for a flat-price quote on your exact chimney.
Our Service Area Near Redondo Beach
We work throughout the South Bay: Redondo Beach, Chimney Sweep in Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Rancho Palos Verdes. We also cover Chimney Sweep in Lawndale and the inland communities of Western Torrance and select Harbor Gateway South neighborhoods. For residents in Redondo’s Golden Hills, the Riviera, or over near Morningside Park, our typical response window is 2 to 3 business days. From our home page, read more about our full chimney and dryer vent service offerings.
Serving Redondo Beach, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Redondo Beach area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage – if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweep in Redondo Beach
A chimney sweep is the full cleaning of your fireplace flue, smoke chamber, and firebox to remove creosote, soot, and debris that can ignite or block carbon monoxide. We also inspect the entire system, photograph what we find, and provide a written report. It’s the single most effective way to prevent chimney fires.
Plan for 60 to 90 minutes for a standard open fireplace, and up to two hours for gas units or chimneys with heavy glaze-stage creosote. Roof access, animal removal, or a second flue will add time. We tell you the expected duration when you book your visit.
Expect $189 to $289 for a standard wood-burning fireplace sweep, and $149 to $229 for a gas fireplace. Your price depends on flue height, creosote stage, and any repairs found during the inspection. We quote a flat price before work begins. Call (866) 632-1088 for your exact number.
Yes. We install and repair Copperfield caps, dampers, and flashings, and we use DuraFlex liner systems for masonry relining work across Redondo Beach and the wider South Bay. If your chimney has these components, you’re already dealing with a technician who knows them by part number, not by guess.
We are not a 24/7 emergency service, but we prioritize chimney-blockage and active-water-leak situations, and we often can schedule within 24 to 48 hours. If you smell smoke without a fire, turn off your HVAC and call us during business hours. We’ll tell you honestly if the situation can wait a day or needs immediate attention.
Our sweeping and cleaning work is backed by a satisfaction guarantee: if you’re not satisfied with the cleanliness or the documentation, we’ll return and re-clean the chimney. Installed components carry their manufacturer’s warranty plus our one-year workmanship coverage.
Don’t start a fire at least 24 hours before we arrive, and move fragile items off the mantel. We’ll handle floor protection and dust control. If you’ve heard animal sounds from the chimney, let us know when booking so we bring the right removal and exclusion equipment.
Schedule Your Chimney Sweep Service in Redondo Beach Today
Rob Calloway and the Chimney Sweep Redondo Beach team are ready to inspect, clean, and protect your fireplace and flue. Call (866) 632-1088 for a free, flat-price estimate. We’ll explain exactly what we’ll do, what it will cost, and what your chimney actually needs. If it can wait, we’ll tell you that too.
Written by Rob Calloway, Owner at Chimney Sweep Redondo Beach, serving the South Bay’s chimney and dryer vent needs.