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, CA means dealing with what decades of Inland Empire heat, Santa Ana dust, and intermittent fireplace use leave behind. Most homes here were built between the 1940s and 1970s, and the original masonry fireplaces and clay flue tiles are now fifty to eighty years old. Ashwood Chimney Sweep handles the full flue: cleaning, diagnosing, and repairing with professional-trade materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, and Copperfield. We’ve served Bloomington since 2012. If your chimney hasn’t been looked at in years, call (833) 805-3229 and we’ll tell you exactly what’s going on.
Why Bloomington Homes Are Different
Bloomington’s housing stock is dominated by long-held single-family homes from the 1940s through the 1970s, and that changes the work. These aren’t tract homes with identical fireplace boxes. Many Bloomington chimneys are original masonry structures with decades-old clay flue tiles, odd offsets, and non-standard configurations. Some properties have detached structures or additions with their own chimneys, so a sweep or repair tech here can’t assume a standard run.
The climate compounds the problem. Bloomington sits in the hot, dry Inland Empire, where summer temperatures routinely exceed 100°F and Santa Ana winds push fine desert dust, sand, and debris into flues. Winters are mild enough that fireplaces get used intermittently, so creosote builds slowly but steadily, often going unnoticed for years. After a strong Santa Ana event, Bloomington chimneys collect a layer of wind-blown grit on the smoke shelf and damper. That grit can mask creosote and cause odors, so our standard cleaning here starts with careful vacuuming of that dust before any brushing happens. A generic sweep will miss it. We don’t.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Bloomington Services
Bloomington homeowners call us most for two problems: a chimney that hasn’t been cleaned in years, and a dryer vent that’s never been cleaned at all. Both are fire-safety systems, and both get the same careful treatment from Ashwood.
Chimney Sweep in Bloomington
A Bloomington chimney sweep has to account for the desert. After a Santa Ana, the smoke shelf and damper hold fine sand that masks creosote and creates a stale, dusty smell inside the house. Our sweep starts with a careful vacuum of that wind-blown grit, then brushes the full flue length and removes creosote from the firebox, smoke chamber, and damper assembly. The older masonry fireplaces common in Bloomington were built with clay tiles that spall and crack over decades of heat cycling, so we inspect as we clean and photograph anything that looks off. See Chimney Sweep in Bloomington for a full breakdown of what a sweep includes here.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Bloomington
Your dryer vent is a fire-risk system, not an afterthought. Bloomington’s dry, dusty conditions load dryer vents with lint faster than homeowners expect, and the long vent runs common in older single-family homes here give that lint plenty of places to pack in. We open the vent at both ends, brush the full run, and confirm airflow is moving the way it should. We use ventilation components from Famco when we find joints that need replacing, because manufactured hardware holds up better than improvised fixes. Read Dryer Vent Cleaning in Bloomington for the full picture.
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
Ashwood Chimney Sweep repairs more than we replace. In Bloomington, that matters because the original fireplaces from the 1940s through the 1970s weren’t built to modern standards, and full replacement often means opening walls and spending money you don’t need to spend. We use HeatShield liner restoration to repair cracked and spalled flue liners without demolition, and we install DuraFlex flexible liners when a liner has gone too far. One contractor handles the assessment and the repair, so there’s no broken telephone between an inspector and the person doing the work. If you’ve been told you need a new liner, call (833) 805-3229. We can often restore what others say has to come out. Read more about our approach at Chimney Repair.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You can see down into your flue from the ground because there’s no cap, or you’ve found bird nests, debris, or rainwater inside the firebox.
What it costs in Bloomington
Chimney cap installation in Bloomington typically runs $280 to $480 depending on the flue size and cap style.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a cap that fits the crown and flue tile, secure it with the right fasteners, and seal the perimeter so wind and rain can’t work their way under the cap.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
An inspection shows cracked flue tiles, missing mortar joints, or a liner too deteriorated to restore with HeatShield.
What it costs in Bloomington
Chimney liner installation in Bloomington runs $1,600 to $3,200 for a standard single-story masonry chimney, varying by height and access.
How we do it
We drop a correctly sized DuraFlex liner down the existing flue, connect it to your appliance or firebox, and seal the top plate so the system drafts correctly and safely.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling or walls near the chimney after rain, or the metal at the roofline is lifting, rusting, or separating from the brick.
What it costs in Bloomington
Flashing repair in Bloomington usually runs $350 to $700 depending on how much of the old flashing needs to be pulled and replaced.
How we do it
We remove the damaged flashing, install new step and counter flashing that locks into the brick joints, and seal everything with a professional-grade sealant rated for Inland Empire sun.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Bloomington
| Item | Typical range in Bloomington |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $280 – $480 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $700 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,600 – $3,200 |
What pushes cost up in Bloomington is the age of the house. A chimney on a 1950s home with an unusual flue offset or a tricky roofline takes longer to work on safely, and the materials cost doesn’t change, but the labor does. We give a flat-price estimate before any work starts, so you know the number before we begin.
Do I really need a new liner?
Not always. If your clay flue tiles are cracked but the chimney structure itself is sound, HeatShield can often restore the liner without full replacement. We’ll show you camera footage of the damage before recommending anything, so you can see exactly what we see. Call (833) 805-3229 for an inspection and we’ll give you an honest verdict.
Can you repair a chimney without tearing it down?
Yes. Most Bloomington chimney repairs don’t require demolition. Liner restoration with HeatShield, cap installation, flashing repairs, and crown resurfacing all happen from the roof or inside the flue, not by pulling brick out. We’ll tell you plainly if we ever see a situation where the masonry itself has to come apart.
Brands We Service in Bloomington
Ashwood Chimney Sweep works with professional-trade brands that aren’t sold at home improvement stores. We stock DuraFlex liner components, Copperfield repair materials, and Olympia Chimney caps and hardware, which means most Bloomington repairs can be completed in one visit rather than waiting on a special order. See our brands for the full lineup.
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| Service | Typical range in Bloomington |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $280 – $480 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $260 – $620 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,600 – $3,200 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $700 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $1,000 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150 – $350 |
Bloomington pricing gets pushed higher when a chimney hasn’t been serviced in a decade or more, because creosote buildup and Santa Ana grit take longer to remove safely. Every job gets a flat-price quote before we start, and the number we give you is the number you pay. No surprises after the fact.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Bloomington
We work throughout ZIP code 92316, from the older streets off Bloomington Avenue to the neighborhoods near the Jurupa Hills. Homes here were largely built between the 1940s and 1970s, and we know the chimney configurations that era produced. Most Bloomington appointments can be scheduled within a week, and we route our Fontana-based crew through the city every week.
- Bloomington Avenue corridor
- Jurupa Hills area
- Valley Gardens
- South Bloomington
- Linden Street area
Service Area – Cities Near Bloomington
Ashwood Chimney Sweep is based in Fontana and serves the surrounding Inland Empire communities. If you’re in Fontana, CA, Rialto, CA, Glen Avon, CA, or Pedley, CA, we’re already working in your neighborhood and can schedule a chimney sweep, dryer vent cleaning, or repair on the same route.
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
Chimney sweeping and standard repairs like cap installation, flashing repair, and liner restoration don’t require a permit in San Bernardino County. Full liner replacement sometimes triggers a permit depending on the scope. We’ll check local requirements for your specific job and let you know before any work begins.
Most Bloomington appointments are scheduled within five to seven business days, and our crew routes through the city weekly from our Fontana base. If you have water coming in around the chimney after rain, we’ll make room for that sooner, because water damage doesn’t wait. Call (833) 805-3229 and we’ll find the earliest slot that works.
Move any furniture or decor within six feet of the fireplace, and if you have a gas starter, shut off the pilot light the night before. We bring floor protection, vacuums, and all the tools, so you don’t need to supply anything. If your chimney has an unusual access point or you’ve had work done on it before, let us know when you book.
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
"Three other companies in Fontana either didn't pick up or wanted to schedule me for the following week. These guys had someone out the next morning."
— Stephanie Thompson"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
— Angela Kim"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Yolanda Martinez