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 Long Beach, CA
Most chimney repair calls we take in Long Beach aren’t about a pile of soot. They’re about rust, spalled brick, cracked clay flue tile, and mortar crowns that the marine layer has been quietly eating away for decades. Homes here, especially the 1920s-1950s bungalows and Spanish Colonial Revival builds around Belmont Shore and Bluff Park, have original fireplaces that rarely see heavy use but sit in damp salt air year-round. That’s a different repair profile than an inland city. Ashwood Chimney Sweep has served Long Beach since 2012, and we stock the repair materials these older flues actually need. Call (833) 805-3229 for a repair assessment.
Why Long Beach Homes Are Different
Long Beach sits directly against the Pacific, and the air here is damp with salt. That single fact changes chimney work more than homeowners expect. A fireplace used only a few times each winter doesn’t accumulate heavy creosote, but its metal damper, firebox, and exterior cap are exposed to salt-laden moisture 365 days a year. We regularly find dampers rusted shut in coastal neighborhoods, and chimney caps pitted with corrosion that would look odd two miles inland.
Housing stock shapes the rest of it. Much of Long Beach dates from the 1920s through the 1950s: original brick fireplaces, clay-tile flue liners, and mortar crowns that have been weathering since the Truman administration. Inland, the mid-century tract homes and the drier corridors around ZIP codes 90805 and 90808 see a different problem set: lighter soot, less rust, more standard maintenance. The 90801, 90802, 90803, and 90804 ZIP codes closer to the water are where we see the salt-corrosion failures that make an annual inspection less about sweeping volume and more about catching spalling before a flue liner cracks through.
Santa Ana wind events in fall and winter add another layer. Older bungalows in Long Beach often have shake or composite roofs, and dry wind-driven embers landing near a deteriorated chimney cap or spark arrestor are a real concern. None of this is scare talk. It’s what the city’s housing stock and coastal climate produce, and it’s why our repair work in Long Beach swings toward masonry and metal restoration more than deep creosote removal.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Long Beach Services
The two services Long Beach homeowners call us about most are chimney sweeping and dryer vent cleaning. Both are ventilation safety work, and both get treated with the same seriousness here.
Chimney Sweep in Long Beach
In Long Beach, a chimney sweep is often as much about inspection as it is about brushing. Coastal homes accumulate moisture-driven rust and spalling that a visual check catches early. We sweep the flue, inspect the liner and damper, and give you a straight answer on whether the fireplace is safe to burn. Homes in Belmont Shore and along the bluff need this check even when the fireplace has barely been used, because salt air works on metal and masonry whether you burn or not. Read more about our Chimney Sweep in Long Beach.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Long Beach
Your dryer vent is a fire-risk system, not an afterthought. Long Beach homes, especially older bungalows with long interior vent runs and multi-family rentals near the coast, collect lint fast, and blocked vents overheat. We treat dryer vent cleaning as a serious fire-safety job with Famco-supplied ventilation components, not an upsell. Coastal humidity also causes lint to clump and stick inside vent walls, so the work takes real tools and attention. Learn more about our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Long Beach.
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 Long Beach
Chimney repair in Long Beach usually starts with one of two calls: a homeowner noticed water in the firebox or a rusted-out damper, or a home inspection flagged a cracked flue liner before a sale. Homes here date from the 1920s-1950s, and original clay-tile flues in those bungalows and Spanish Colonials crack under decades of salt moisture and heat cycling. Ashwood handles the whole flue, not just the easy parts. We assess, specify, and repair with professional-trade materials from DuraFlex, Copperfield, and Olympia Chimney, so the repair is done once and done right. See our full Chimney Repair service hub for the complete scope.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You see rust streaks below the chimney, water pooling inside the firebox after rain, or an old cap that’s rotted through and no longer covers the flue opening.
What it costs in Long Beach
A new chimney cap in Long Beach typically runs $190-$565 depending on the flue size, material, and whether a custom stainless or copper cap is required for coastal salt exposure.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a stainless or copper cap rated for salt air, and secure it to the crown with proper mechanical fasteners, not construction adhesive.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
An inspection shows cracked clay tile, missing mortar joints between tiles, or flue gases leaking into the chimney chase instead of venting outside.
What it costs in Long Beach
Chimney liner installation in Long Beach ranges from $2,750 to $6,400 for a standard single-story flue, with larger or multi-story homes pushing toward the top of that range.
How we do it
We size a DuraFlex flexible stainless liner to the flue, insulate it where code requires, and connect it to the appliance or firebox with a proper top plate and cap.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You’ve got water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, damp drywall, or visible gaps and lifted metal where the chimney meets the roofline.
What it costs in Long Beach
Flashing repair around a Long Beach chimney typically falls between $550 and $1,450, varying with roof pitch, accessibility, and whether old flashing must be removed completely.
How we do it
We lift or replace the old flashing, install new step and counter flashing with proper overlap, and seal the transition with a durable exterior sealant rated for coastal weather.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown on top of the chimney is cracked, spalled, or missing chunks, letting water soak into the masonry below it.
What it costs in Long Beach
Crown repair or replacement in Long Beach runs $390-$1,250, depending on whether we’re sealing hairline cracks or casting and tooling a new crown.
How we do it
We clean the crown, repair or recast it with a sloped surface that sheds water, and seal it so the Long Beach marine moisture stops working into the brick.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Long Beach
| Item | Typical range in Long Beach |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $190 – $565 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,750 – $6,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $550 – $1,450 |
| Chimney crown repair | $390 – $1,250 |
These are honest ranges. What pushes a Long Beach job toward the top is usually roof access, multi-story work, or a flue that’s been rusting in salt air so long the surrounding masonry needs rebuilding too. We give an upfront price before any work starts, and nothing gets recommended without camera evidence you can see for yourself.
Do I really need a new liner, or can it wait?
If the liner has minor surface cracks but is still structurally intact, a HeatShield restoration can repair it without full replacement. If the clay tile is broken through or pieces are missing, you need a new liner before you burn again. Call for a camera inspection and we’ll show you exactly what’s happening inside the flue.
How often should I have my Long Beach chimney inspected if I rarely use it?
Once a year, even if you only light a fire a handful of times. Coastal humidity and salt air corrode dampers, caps, and mortar whether the fireplace gets used or not. An annual inspection catches rust and spalling before they become a structural repair. Call (833) 805-3229 to book.
Brands We Service in Long Beach
We work with a curated lineup of professional-trade brands: DuraFlex for flexible liner systems, Olympia Chimney and Copperfield for masonry and cap components, and Famco for dryer vent hardware. These are the same materials certified chimney contractors specify, not retail substitutes. Learn more about our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Long Beach |
|---|---|
| Chimney inspection | $170 – $280 |
| Chimney sweep (standard) | $195 – $315 |
| Chimney sweep + inspection | $300 – $450 |
| Chimney cap installation | $190 – $565 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $240 – $650 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,750 – $6,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $550 – $1,450 |
| Chimney crown repair | $390 – $1,250 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $135 – $260 |
In Long Beach, the biggest price drivers are roof pitch, chimney height, and how much salt corrosion has already eaten into the metal and masonry. We quote an upfront flat price before any work begins, and we don’t recommend repairs without camera proof you can see for yourself.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Long Beach
We work across Long Beach, from the coastal ZIP codes to the inland corridors. The salt-air problems common near the water are different from the standard maintenance needs a few miles inland, and we adjust the inspection and repair plan accordingly. We schedule repairs across all four ZIP codes we cover.
- Belmont Shore
- Bluff Park
- Naples
- Bixby Knolls
- Alamitos Beach
Service Area – Cities Near Long Beach
Beyond Long Beach, we serve the surrounding communities with the same repair and cleaning work. If you’re in Signal Hill, CA, we cover your chimney and dryer vent needs too. Homeowners in Lakewood, CA call us for liner and flashing repair, and we work in Carson, CA and West Carson, CA on older masonry chimneys. Schedule a visit by calling (833) 805-3229.
Serving Long Beach, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Long 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.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Long Beach
We serve Long Beach ZIP codes 90801, 90802, 90803, and 90804, plus surrounding cities like Signal Hill and Lakewood. Coastal neighborhoods and inland tract areas are both in our service area. Call (833) 805-3229 to confirm your address.
Most liner installations and masonry repairs don’t require a permit, but some structural rebuilds may. We always check Long Beach building code before starting and handle any required paperwork. When you call, we’ll tell you exactly what your specific repair needs.
We typically schedule Long Beach repairs within a week or two, depending on the season. Fall and early winter fill up faster because the coastal damp season starts causing visible problems. Call (833) 805-3229 for current availability and a free estimate.
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 Long Beach Customers Say
"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Lina Aziz"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Alejandro Garcia"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."
— Paul Padgett