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 San Bernardino, CA
Chimney repair in San Bernardino usually means working on a masonry chimney that has stood through sixty or more Southern California summers, Santa Ana seasons, and the occasional temblor. Most homes in Northpark, Del Rosa, and the older tracts west of the 215 were built between the 1920s and 1960s with original clay tile liners and hand-laid brick. Lantern Chimney Sweep has served San Bernardino since 2013, and the work here rarely stops at sweeping: our crews spend as much time assessing what the wind, heat, and time have done to the structure as they do removing creosote. When you need someone who can tell you exactly what is happening inside your flue and then fix it, call us at (855) 341-8132.
Why San Bernardino Homes Are Different
San Bernardino’s housing stock skews old in a way that changes chimney work. The pre-1950s bungalows and ranch homes in Northpark and Del Rosa were built when builders used local brick and clay tile liners, and many of those liners are still in service. Clay tiles crack under thermal stress, and after enough decades, the mortar joints between them begin to fail. Add the Santa Ana winds that roar down the Cajon Pass every fall, and you get a pattern we see every year: dislodged caps, debris packed into flues, and fine mortar dust collecting on the smoke shelf. A sweep-only company will clean the creosote and leave. We assess the liner, the cap, and the crown because a San Bernardino chimney that gets cleaned every year can still be unsafe if the structure behind the soot is compromised.
The climate also plays a role most homeowners do not expect. Hot, dry summers bake the moisture out of masonry, which accelerates spalling on brick faces and cracking at the crown. Winter nights drop enough to light a fire regularly, so dry soot and creosote accumulate faster than people assume. It is a mild climate, but one that cycles masonry through heat and cold often enough to open small cracks that become big ones after a few seasons.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main San Bernardino Services
Most San Bernardino homeowners call us for one of two reasons: the fireplace has not been cleaned in years and they want an honest assessment before burning season, or the dryer vent is clogged and the laundry takes two cycles to dry a load. Both are leading residential fire hazards, and both are jobs we handle in a single visit.
Chimney Sweep in San Bernardino
Older San Bernardino fireplaces build up creosote differently than newer prefab units. The hot, dry summer bakes soot inside the flue until it becomes a flaky, highly flammable glaze. In the fall, after a Santa Ana event, we regularly find debris packed against the damper and the cap knocked askew. Our Chimney Sweep in San Bernardino service includes a full camera inspection of the flue after the sweep, so you see the condition of your clay tile liner before you decide whether anything else needs attention. We tell you what we found, and if repairs are needed, we can fix it on the same visit.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Bernardino
Dryer vents in San Bernardino’s older homes often run long distances through walls or under floors, which gives lint more places to catch and compact. The dry air also makes lint more brittle and easier to ignite. Our Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Bernardino service clears the entire run, inspects the termination for blockages, and uses trade-standard components compatible with Famco vent parts. Pairing this with a chimney sweep makes the visit: one appointment, two fire hazards addressed.
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 San Bernardino
Chimney repair in San Bernardino is rarely cosmetic. The homes here date to an era when builders installed clay tile liners, and those liners are now seven to nine decades old. Heat, seismic movement, and Santa Ana-driven moisture cycling have cracked many of them, which means the chimney can pass a visual check from the ground and still be unsafe to burn. Our Chimney Repair work in San Bernardino starts with a camera inspection, because we will not recommend a liner replacement or a crown rebuild without video evidence you can see yourself. When repairs are genuinely needed, we use professional-grade materials like HeatShield ceramic resurfacing and DuraFlex liner systems, not hardware-store substitutes.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You hear birds or animals in the flue, you see debris falling onto the smoke shelf, or your existing cap is missing after a windstorm.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Standard chimney cap installation in San Bernardino typically falls between $75 and $200 depending on the flue size and cap material.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, install a correctly sized cap with mechanical fasteners rather than adhesive, and verify the fit with a final visual check.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, bent from falling debris, or missing sections that leave the flue open to rain and animals.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Chimney cap replacement in San Bernardino usually runs between $75 and $200 for the cap and the labor to remove the old one and secure the new one.
How we do it
We remove the damaged cap, inspect the flue mouth for hidden damage, and install a new cap sized to the exact flue dimensions.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked clay tiles, gaps between tile sections, or flue gases condensing on the chimney walls.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Chimney liner installation in San Bernardino ranges from $590 to $3,500 depending on the liner type, connected appliances, and access difficulty.
How we do it
We size the liner to the appliance and chimney, then install it through the flue and connect it to the appliance collar with the correct termination cap.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling near the fireplace, damp brick around the roofline, or peeling paint directly under the chimney penetration.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Chimney flashing repair in San Bernardino generally starts around $200 to $550 depending on the extent of the damaged material and the roof pitch.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, inspect the surrounding roof deck, and install new flashing that mates properly with the chimney and the roofing material.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown is cracked, spalled, or missing pieces, and water is pooling on the top of the chimney after rain.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Chimney crown repair in San Bernardino usually falls between $275 and $550 for repair work, with full crown rebuilds at the upper end.
How we do it
We seal small cracks with a weather-resistant compound or recast a damaged crown with the correct overhang to shed water away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in San Bernardino
| Item | Typical range in San Bernardino |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $75 – $200 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $75 – $200 |
| Chimney liner installation | $590 – $3,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $200 – $550 |
| Chimney crown repair | $275 – $550 |
Can you fix a cracked chimney liner without replacing the whole thing?
In many cases, yes. We use HeatShield ceramic resurfacing, which coats the interior of a damaged clay tile liner and restores a smooth, insulated surface without full removal. This often works on liners with moderate cracking or missing mortar joints, though a camera inspection confirms whether your flue qualifies. The repair costs less than a full liner installation and usually takes a single day.
Do I really need a new chimney liner if my fireplace works fine?
Working fine and being safe to operate are different things. Clay tile liners in San Bernardino homes are often seven decades old, and cracking does not always change how the fireplace draws. The danger comes when heat and flue gases reach the brick behind a failed liner, which can ignite the structure around the chimney. If our camera shows cracked tiles, tell us whether you want us to fix it now or take your chances. Call (855) 341-8132 and we will show you exactly what we see.
Brands We Service in San Bernardino
We stock and install parts from our brands that are not sold through consumer retail channels: Gelco caps and covers, Olympia Chimney liner components, Copperfield flashing products, and Famco vent parts. Parts are stocked for common San Bernardino chimney sizes, and turnaround for special-order components is typically one week.
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| Service | Typical range in San Bernardino |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $99 – $149 |
| Chimney cap installation | $75 – $200 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $75 – $200 |
| Chimney liner installation | $590 – $3,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $200 – $550 |
| Chimney crown repair | $275 – $550 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $85 – $150 |
| Level 1 camera inspection | $99 – $199 |
| Level 2 camera inspection | $199 – $450 |
| Chimney repointing | $500 – $1,800 |
Roof pitch and chimney height are the two variables that push San Bernardino quotes upward, especially on the steep-roofed foothill homes. We give you a fixed price before any work begins, so the number we quote is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in San Bernardino
Our crews work throughout San Bernardino, from the older tracts west of the 215 to the hillside streets where roof access gets tighter and chimney crowns take more wind exposure. We schedule by appointment, and most San Bernardino customers can get a visit within a few business days depending on the season.
- Northpark
- Del Rosa
- Verdemont
- Arrowhead
- Lytle Creek foothills
Service Area – Cities Near San Bernardino
We serve the communities around San Bernardino as well. Homeowners in Muscoy, CA call us for older masonry chimneys much like the ones in central San Bernardino. We also see regular work in Loma Linda, CA, Rialto, CA, and Colton, CA, where the housing stock and climate conditions are similar enough that the same repair issues show up every fall.
Serving San Bernardino, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino
Most chimney sweeping and minor repairs like cap installation or crown sealing do not require a permit. Larger structural work, like a full liner replacement or masonry rebuilding, may fall under the city’s building code requirements. The permitting office on North D Street can confirm what applies to your specific address, and we can handle the paperwork if your job triggers a requirement.
Once a year, even if you burn only in winter. The dry summers and Santa Ana winds pack flues with dry creosote and debris faster than homeowners expect. If you burn more than two cords of wood or burn overnight fires regularly, plan for twice a year. The annual sweep is also when we catch liner damage before it becomes a fire risk.
Yes, and that is how most San Bernardino customers book us. Since both services address a leading fire hazard in your home, combining them saves the second visit fee and gives you one clear picture of what is happening in both exhaust systems. Call (855) 341-8132 and we will set it up. Estimates are free.
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 San Bernardino Customers Say
"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Roger Barrett"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
— Allison Mercer"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Marco Mendoza