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 Mentone, CA
Chimney repair in Mentone usually comes down to two things: wind-driven debris from Mill Creek Canyon and aging masonry on homes built between the 1940s and 1970s. Santa Ana winds push ash, charred leaf matter, and fine sediment up against chimney caps and into flues, while older fireboxes and mortar joints take a beating from hot inland summers and cool canyon nights. Ashwood Chimney Sweep has served Mentone since 2012, handling everything from cracked crowns to full liner restoration. Call (833) 805-3229 when you need a straight answer about what your chimney actually needs.
Why Mentone Homes Are Different
Mentone sits at the mouth of Mill Creek Canyon, and that geography changes how chimneys behave here. When Santa Ana winds come down through the pass, they carry ember-laden debris from the San Bernardino Mountains into the foothills. We routinely find chimney caps packed with loose ash, charred leaf bits, and fine sediment after a wind event. That means cleaning schedules in Mentone get dictated by fire-season air quality and canyon smoke patterns, not just by how often you burn wood in winter.
The housing stock compounds the issue. Many Mentone homes are ranch-style or foothill builds from the 1940s through the 1970s. Masonry fireplaces and wood-burning stoves are common. Some of those older fireplaces were retrofitted with inserts, and the narrower flues on those inserts collect creosote and canyon grit faster than an open masonry chimney. Add in hot inland summers that bake mortar and cause expansion cracks, and you get a chimney that needs attention more often than a coastal home. A chimney that looks fine from the ground can be hiding spalled liner sections, loose flashing, or a crown that is quietly letting water into the brickwork. Mentone homeowners who catch those problems early save themselves from five-figure rebuilds later.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Mentone Services
Most Mentone calls we field fall into two categories: regular chimney sweeping to handle creosote and canyon debris, and dryer vent cleaning for homes where lint buildup from year-round laundry loads creates a fire risk. Here is what each one involves in the 92359 ZIP code.
Chimney Sweep in Mentone
A chimney sweep in Mentone is not just a brush through the flue. We remove creosote, dislodge wind-packed debris from the cap area, and inspect the liner and firebox while we are there. Given how much ash and sediment Santa Ana winds push toward Mill Creek Canyon homes, we check the cap and crown far more carefully than we would in a flatland community. Homeowners who burn wood regularly or who use an older masonry fireplace should schedule this before fire season, not after. The full service breakdown, including what to expect and what a sweep catches, is on our Chimney Sweep in Mentone page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mentone
Dryer vent cleaning in Mentone gets treated as a fire-safety job, not a side note. Lint builds up in the vent run behind the dryer, and when that vent exits through a crawlspace or an exterior wall, it can get packed with lint plus dust from the foothill air. A clogged vent makes the dryer work harder, overheats the appliance, and can ignite. We clean the full run from dryer to termination point, check airflow, and replace any damaged vent sections with proper Famco-manufactured ventilation hardware. The details on how we do it and why it matters for older Mentone homes are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mentone page.
What happens when you call
- 1
A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
- 2
You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
- 3
A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
- 4
You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Chimney Repair in Mentone
Chimney repair in Mentone tends to follow a pattern. Wind-driven moisture and debris from the canyon work their way into aging mortar and brick, and after enough hot summers and dry Santa Ana seasons, the chimney starts to fail from the top down. A cracked crown lets water into the masonry below it. Loose or rusted flashing lets that water reach roof decking. And in older Mancote homes with clay tile liners, years of thermal cycling produce cracks and spalling that become fire hazards. Ashwood handles the whole flue, not just the easy parts. If the liner is failing, HeatShield lets us restore it, not just document the problem. We repair with the same materials professional contractors specify, including DuraFlex liner systems and Copperfield-sourced components. For the full scope of repair work we handle, see our Chimney Repair service hub.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You see rust or missing sections on the existing cap, or you notice debris, birds, or water getting into the flue.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney cap installation in Mentone typically runs $145 to $385 depending on flue size and cap material.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a proper-fit cap from Copperfield stock, secure it to the flue tile, and verify the spark arrestor mesh is intact.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The old cap is warped, rusted through, or missing entirely after a Santa Ana wind event left it on the ground.
What it costs in Mentone
Replacement in Mentone runs $170 to $400, with the higher end covering larger flues or multi-flue setups on older ranch-style homes.
How we do it
We remove the damaged cap, check the flue tile for cracking, install a correctly sized replacement, and seal it against moisture intrusion.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your inspection shows cracked clay tiles, spalled liner sections, or you are switching to a wood stove or insert that requires a properly sized flue.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney liner installation in Mentone runs $1,700 to $5,050, with the largest variable being flue height and whether we are relining for a wood stove, insert, or open fireplace.
How we do it
We size the DuraFlex liner to the appliance and flue dimensions, run it through the chimney, insulate where needed, and connect it to the appliance collar and cap.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water stains on ceilings near the chimney, rust on existing flashing, or gaps where flashing has pulled away from the brick.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney flashing repair in Mentone runs $290 to $770, with the range depending on how much of the existing flashing can be salvaged and whether the roofline requires custom cutting.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, inspect the roof decking for rot, cut and install new step and counter flashing, and seal all joints with high-temperature roofing sealant.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
You see hairline cracks across the crown surface, pieces of mortar missing at the edges, or standing water pooling on top of the chimney.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney crown repair in Mentone runs $340 to $780, with full crown rebuilds on wider chimney footprints landing at the higher end.
How we do it
We either fill and seal minor cracks or remove and repour the entire crown using a proper concrete mix with a formed drip edge to shed water.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Mentone
| Item | Typical range in Mentone |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $145 – $385 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $170 – $400 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,700 – $5,050 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $290 – $770 |
| Chimney crown repair | $340 – $780 |
Two factors push repair costs up in Mentone more than anything else: roof pitch and access. Some foothill homes have steep roof lines that require extra safety setup, and chimneys with limited ground access or awkward rooflines take longer to work on. We quote every job with a fixed price before work begins, so you know the number before we touch the chimney.
How long does chimney repair take in Mentone?
Most cap, flashing, and crown repairs are completed in one visit. Liner installations take half a day to a full day depending on flue height and appliance setup. We schedule around weather, and Santa Ana wind days get rescheduled for crew safety.
Can you restore a cracked liner without replacing the whole chimney?
Yes. If the liner has cracks or spalling but the chimney structure is sound, we can apply HeatShield restoration instead of a full tear-out. That saves thousands compared to rebuilding masonry, and it is a repair option most sweep-only companies in Mentone cannot offer.
Brands We Service in Mentone
We stock and install DuraFlex liner systems, HeatShield restoration products, and components sourced from Copperfield and Famco. Having this trade-grade material on hand means liner and vent repairs in Mentone do not stall waiting on parts. Most common cap and flashing hardware is on the truck at the first visit. See our brands for the full lineup.
See the difference
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterPricing for Chimney Company in Mentone, CA
| Service | Typical range in Mentone |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard inspection + cleaning) | $149 – $299 |
| Chimney cap installation | $145 – $385 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $170 – $400 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,700 – $5,050 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $290 – $770 |
| Chimney crown repair | $340 – $780 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $99 – $220 |
What pushes a Mentone chimney job toward the higher end is usually the same thing: access. Older foothill homes with steep roofs, tight chimney clearances, or second-story setups take more labor. The price we quote is the price you pay. We do flat-price quotes before any work, so there is no surprise line item when the job is done.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Mentone
We cover the full 92359 ZIP code, from the ranch-style homes along Mentone Boulevard to the foothill properties up toward Mill Creek Canyon and the surrounding streets off Garnet and Jasper. Our typical response time for a chimney sweep or repair visit in Mentone is two to four business days, though fire-season inspections get priority.
- Mentone Boulevard corridor
- Foothill and canyon-adjacent streets off Garnet
- Mill Creek Canyon approach
- Residential streets off Jasper Avenue
- Ranch-style subdivisions built in the 1950s and 1960s
Service Area – Cities Near Mentone
Ashwood Chimney Sweep works throughout the San Bernardino foothill corridor. In addition to Mentone, we regularly handle chimney and dryer vent jobs in Redlands, CA, Yucaipa, CA, Highland, CA, and Calimesa, CA. If you live in a neighboring community and need a sweep, liner inspection, or vent cleaning, one call covers the whole footprint.
Serving Mentone, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Mentone 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 Mentone
Most Mentone appointments are scheduled within two to four business days. During fire season or after a major Santa Ana wind event, we add inspection slots to handle cap and debris issues quickly. Call (833) 805-3229 and we will get you on the schedule.
Most chimney cap, flashing, crown, and liner repairs do not require a building permit in Mentone. Full chimney rebuilds or structural changes may, and we handle that paperwork as part of the job. We tell you upfront if a permit is required before any work starts.
Yes. Clean, inspect, repair – in one call. If you want the chimney swept and the dryer vent cleaned, we schedule both on the same trip. That saves a second service call fee and gets the whole house’s ventilation checked at once, which matters in Mentone where canyon dust affects both systems.
If you live in Mentone and need a chimney sweep, liner repair, or dryer vent cleaning, call Ashwood Chimney Sweep at (833) 805-3229 for a free estimate. We will give you an honest answer about what your chimney needs, backed by camera evidence you can see for yourself.
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 Mentone Customers Say
"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"They were the only ones willing to just tell me the price. Everyone else wanted to "come take a look" first, which in my experience means come apply pressure in person."
— Marisol Salazar