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 Crestline, CA
Chimney repair in Crestline is different work than it is down the hill. Homes here sit between 4,500 and 5,000 feet, where October through April means fires burning daily, snow loading onto crowns and caps, and freeze-thaw cycles that crack mortar and masonry faster than almost anywhere in the region. Ontario Chimney has served Crestline since 2014, and most of our repair calls here come down to two things: storm and snow damage to exterior stacks, and glazed creosote inside flues that have run hot all winter. If your chimney is leaking, rusting, or drafting poorly, call (833) 467-7685 and we’ll tell you what we found, show you the evidence, and give you options.
Why Crestline Homes Are Different
Crestline’s housing stock is mostly mid-century mountain cabins and 1960s to 1980s second homes, many built around Lake Gregory and the Old Town stretch. These houses have masonry fireplaces, prefab metal fireboxes, and exterior chimney stacks often clad in siding or stone veneer. The original caps are frequently undersized or rusted through, which lets pine needles, snowmelt, and the occasional squirrel into the flue. The long heating season means creosote builds faster than it does in lower-elevation cities, and when it glazes over, a standard brush-and-vacuum sweep will not remove it. We carry the odd-sized caps and dampers common to this era of Crestline cabin because the nearest hardware store does not. For homeowners with original single-wall stovepipe or shallow fireboxes from the 1950s and 60s, a few hard winters is enough to put a chimney out of spec, and the repair often falls outside what a sweep alone can address.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Crestline Services
The two services Crestline homeowners call us about most are chimney sweeping and dryer vent cleaning, and each has its own dedicated page with local pricing, process details, and FAQs.
Chimney Sweep in Crestline
A chimney sweep in Crestline is not a quick once-over. Between October and April, fireplaces here burn almost daily, and the creosote that forms is dense and often glazed by the time we arrive. Add the pine needles and cedar debris that drop onto roofs and into caps year-round, and a routine sweep usually includes clearing the crown, the spark arrestor, and the top few feet of flue before the mechanical brushing even begins. Homes with original caps or missing screens pull in more debris than homeowners realize until we show them the camera footage. For a full breakdown of what a sweep includes and what it costs in Crestline, see Chimney Sweep in Crestline.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Crestline
Dryer vents are a leading cause of house fires, and in Crestline they fill fast with lint from long drying cycles that run constantly during wet, snowy seasons when line-drying is not an option. Mountain homes also tend to have longer vent runs, sometimes routed through crawlspaces or out roof stacks, which means more surface area for lint to collect and more resistance to airflow. We treat dryer vent cleaning as a standalone fire-safety service, not a throw-in with a sweep. For local pricing, the process, and what our camera inspection covers, see Dryer Vent Cleaning in Crestline.
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 Crestline
Chimney repair in Crestline usually starts with snow. Ice dams form on crowns, freeze-thaw cycles open hairline cracks into real gaps, and water works its way behind stone veneer and siding before anyone sees a stain on the ceiling. By the time we’re called, the damage is often in the cap, the flashing, or the crown, and the flue itself needs a camera inspection to rule out cracked tiles or a failing liner. We handle the full repair scope, from a rusted cap swap to a full DuraFlex reline, which means one company from inspection through completion. That matters in Crestline because coordinating a sweep, a mason, and a liner specialist up the hill is a coordination gap most homeowners do not have time for. For our full repair service hub, see Chimney Repair.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
You see rust streaks on the chimney chase, water in the firebox after rain, pine needles inside the flue, or the old cap is missing entirely after a snow slide.
What it costs in Crestline
Chimney cap replacement in Crestline typically runs $280 to $650 depending on the flue diameter, cap material, and whether we need a custom bracket for an odd-sized prefab stack.
How we do it
We measure the flue, pull the old cap and inspect the top of the flue for damage, then install a properly sized cap with a spark arrestor and a secured mechanical fastening that holds through Crestline wind and snow load.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your camera inspection shows cracked or missing flue tiles, the chimney fails a level 2 inspection, or you smell smoke in rooms adjacent to the chimney after a fire.
What it costs in Crestline
Chimney liner installation in Crestline typically starts at $1,900 and can exceed $4,500 for long or offset flues that require flexible liner systems and insulation.
How we do it
We run a camera to map the flue, clean and prep the interior, then drop a properly sized DuraFlex flexible liner that navigates the offsets common in older Crestline cabins, insulate where required, and connect it to the appliance and a new cap.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The crown has visible cracks, spalling concrete, or pooled water after snowmelt, and you see efflorescence or damp spots on the chase below the roofline.
What it costs in Crestline
Chimney crown repair in Crestline runs $350 to $900 for a full recoat or rebuild, depending on whether we need to form and pour a new crown or can seal and resurface the existing one.
How we do it
We clean and prep the crown, remove loose or delaminated material, then apply a flexible crown sealer or full recoat with a proper overhang and drip edge, so snowmelt sheds away from the flue instead of soaking into the masonry.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, the flashing is pulling away from the roof or stack, or the old tar-and-caulk repair from a previous owner is cracking.
What it costs in Crestline
Chimney flashing repair in Crestline typically runs $400 to $950, and full replacement including new step and counter flashing can run higher on steep mountain roofs with multi-layer shingles.
How we do it
We cut out the old flashing, inspect the decking and roofline where the stack penetrates, then install new step and counter flashing with proper lap and sealant rated for Crestline’s snow and ice load.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Crestline
| Item | Typical range in Crestline |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap replacement | $280 – $650 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $950 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,900 – $4,500+ |
How soon can you repair a chimney in Crestline?
Most repairs can be scheduled within two weeks during the off-season, but after a heavy snow or wind event we prioritize water-intrusion calls. Call (833) 467-7685 and we’ll give you a straight answer on timing.
Do you really need a new liner, or can it be resurfaced?
Often a cracked liner can be restored with HeatShield ceramic resurfacing instead of a full tear-out reline. We will show you the camera footage and explain both options before recommending anything.
Brands We Service in Crestline
We work with a curated set of professional-grade materials, not hardware-store substitutes. That means Famco caps and dampers, Copperfield and Olympia Chimney supply components, and DuraFlex flexible liner systems for offset flues common in Crestline cabins. See our brands for the full rundown.
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| Service | Typical range in Crestline |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (routine, single flue) | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $260 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $280 – $650 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $950 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,900 – $4,500+ |
What pushes prices up in Crestline is access: steep roofs, ice-covered ground, and stacks with multiple offsets or odd-sized prefab diameters all add labor. You will always get a flat-price quote before we start, so the number we give you is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Crestline
We work across the 92325 ZIP and serve the entire Crestline area, including the clusters around Lake Gregory and the Old Town stretch. We typically schedule Crestline jobs within one to two weeks year-round.
- Lake Gregory area
- Old Town Crestline
- Cedar Ridge
- Lake Drive corridor
- Valley of Enchantment
Service Area – Cities Near Crestline
Our service area extends across the San Bernardino Mountains and into the valley below. We serve Lake Arrowhead, CA regularly, along with Muscoy, CA, San Bernardino, CA, and Highland, CA.
Serving Crestline, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Crestline 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 Crestline
Most cap, crown, and flashing repairs do not require a permit, but liner installs and structural rebuilds can trigger local building code review depending on scope. We will tell you upfront if your job falls into that category before any work is scheduled.
Yes. We watch mountain weather closely and will not send a tech onto a roof that is not safe to work on. If ice or snow makes access unsafe, we will reschedule at no charge and put you on a priority list for the next clear window.
Every chimney job starts with a camera inspection so you can see exactly what we see, whether it is glazed creosote, cracked tiles, or a failed flashing. Nothing gets recommended without evidence, and nothing gets sold that your chimney does not actually need. Call (833) 467-7685 for a free estimate. Estimates are free, and we will show you the footage either way.
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 Crestline Customers Say
"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."
— Sarah Sullivan"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Adriana Morales"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Tara Novak