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 Maywood, CA
Chimney repair in Maywood usually comes down to one thing: older masonry chimneys in tight-lot homes that haven’t been inspected in decades. Maywood’s housing stock runs heavily to 1920s through 1950s bungalows and duplexes, and tile-lined chimneys from that era crack and spall over time, especially with the dry heat and Santa Ana winds this part of LA County gets. Ontario Chimney has served Maywood since 2014, and we handle the full scope from initial sweep through structural repair. Call (833) 467-7685 for a free estimate.
Why Maywood Homes Are Different
Maywood packs roughly 27,000 people into about 1.2 square miles between the 710 freeway and the LA River. That density shapes every chimney job here. Lots run 25 to 40 feet wide, which means chimneys often sit within a few feet of a neighbor’s roofline and wall. Roof access is tight, staging has to stay close to the structure, and debris containment becomes a neighbor-sensitive job rather than an afterthought.
The housing stock is mostly small pre-1960 stucco bungalows and duplexes, many converted to multi-family use over the years. A lot of these fireplaces are original masonry, but a substantial share are aftermarket inserts retrofitted into 1930s and 1950s homes where the flue was never sized for a modern use pattern. We regularly find undersized flues, cracked tile liners, and chimneys that were added or modified after original construction in ways that don’t meet current code.
Climate matters too. Maywood gets a hot, dry Mediterranean pattern with mild winters, so fireplaces see light, intermittent use, a few fires on cold nights, then months of sitting. That lets creosote sit and glaze between seasons. And when the Santa Ana winds come through, dried-out linings and old mortar joints become a real fire concern, not a theoretical one.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Maywood Services
Most Maywood homeowners call us for one of two reasons: a chimney that hasn’t been swept in years, or a dryer vent that’s never been cleaned since the house was built or converted.
Chimney Sweep in Maywood
A sweep in Maywood is rarely a quick brush-through. We’re working on chimneys that may have sat unused for months, with creosote that’s had time to harden and glaze. In older bungalows with converted fireplaces, we check for flue sizing, tile damage, and whether the chimney was properly built for the appliance it now serves. The work includes a full inspection with camera documentation, not just a brushing, because in these homes the sweep is often the first look anyone has had at the flue in years. Chimney Sweep in Maywood
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Maywood
Maywood’s small lots and converted duplexes mean dryer vents are often routed through awkward, undersized runs with multiple bends. Lint builds up fast in those conditions, and a clogged vent is a serious fire risk. We treat dryer vent cleaning as a standalone fire-safety service, not an add-on, and we document the before and after with photos so you can see what was actually removed. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Maywood
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 Maywood
Chimney repair in Maywood tends to start with a homeowner noticing water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace, or a chimney cap that’s rusted through, or spalling bricks on the exterior chase. In this housing stock, the flue liners are usually original clay tile, and after 60 to 90 years of heating and cooling cycles they crack. Once a liner cracks, combustion gases and moisture escape into the surrounding masonry, and the problem compounds. Our repair work in Maywood runs from straightforward crown and flashing fixes to full liner resurfacing or replacement. We’re the same company that handles the sweep and inspection, so what we find during maintenance we can also repair without handing you off to a contractor. That continuity matters here because most Maywood chimneys are original to the home, and the full repair scope often only becomes clear once the flue is scanned. See Chimney Repair for the full scope of work we handle.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You don’t have a cap at all, or the existing cap is rusted through, letting rain, birds, and debris into the flue.
What it costs in Maywood
Chimney cap installation in Maywood typically runs $180 to $450 depending on the cap style and flue size.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a correctly sized cap from brands like Gelco and Famco, and secure it to the flue tile or crown so it stays put through Santa Ana winds.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is visibly rusted, dented, or missing pieces, or you’ve found animal nesting material in the fireplace.
What it costs in Maywood
Replacement in Maywood typically runs $180 to $450 including removal of the old cap and installation of the new one.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, inspect the flue tile beneath for damage, then install a properly fitted replacement and check the seal.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked or missing clay tile sections, or the flue is unlined and actively venting combustion gases into the masonry.
What it costs in Maywood
Liner installation in Maywood typically runs $2,600 to $5,500 depending on flue size, height, and whether the existing liner must be removed first.
How we do it
We size the flue, specify a stainless steel liner system such as DuraFlex when offsets require flexibility, and install it through the existing chase with minimal disruption to the home.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace, dampness in the attic around the chimney, or visible gaps where the chimney meets the roof.
What it costs in Maywood
Flashing repair in Maywood typically runs $350 to $850 depending on accessibility and whether the flashing needs patching or full replacement.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, inspect the roof decking beneath for rot, install new flashing and counter-flashing, and seal the transition properly.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown is cracked, spalling, or missing pieces, letting water soak into the chimney structure below.
What it costs in Maywood
Crown repair in Maywood typically runs $300 to $750 depending on crown size and the extent of cracking.
How we do it
We grind out damaged concrete, repour or resurface the crown with proper slope and overhang, and seal it so water sheds away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Maywood
| Item | Typical range in Maywood |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $450 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $300 – $750 |
How do I know if my Maywood chimney needs a new liner?
A camera inspection shows cracked, spalled, or missing tile sections, or the flue has no liner at all. We won’t recommend a liner without showing you the camera footage, and if the flue is sound we’ll say so.
Can a cracked crown wait until next season?
It can wait a short time, but not indefinitely. Water entering through a cracked crown accelerates freeze-thaw damage in winter and spalling in summer heat. Call (833) 467-7685 for an inspection and we’ll tell you honestly how urgent it is.
Brands We Service in Maywood
We install and service chimney components from Famco, Copperfield, and DuraFlex. These are the brands certified chimney professionals specify, sourced from major trade distributors, not big-box retail. We keep common parts staged locally, so most repairs in Maywood don’t wait on long lead times. See our brands for details on what we carry and why we specify them.
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| Service | Typical range in Maywood |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard inspection and cleaning) | $180 – $240 |
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $450 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $180 – $450 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $300 – $750 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,600 – $5,500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $180 |
What pushes price up in Maywood is access. Steep or unusually constrained roofs, chimneys set close to a neighbor’s wall, and flues with multiple offsets all add time and care. We quote a flat price before we start and you approve that price before any work happens, no surprise add-ons at the end.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Maywood
We work throughout the 90270 ZIP code and all of Maywood’s residential streets, from the neighborhoods along Slauson Avenue north toward the LA River channel, to the blocks east of the 710 and the older avenues near Atlantic Boulevard. Because the city is compact, we can usually reach any address within a day or two of your call, and we schedule around your work hours when possible.
- Central Maywood (near Slauson and Atlantic)
- North Maywood (streets toward the LA River)
- East Maywood (blocks east of the 710)
- South Maywood (near the Maywood/Cudahy line)
- West Maywood (near the 710 corridor)
Service Area – Cities Near Maywood
Ontario Chimney also serves the surrounding Southeast Los Angeles communities. Homeowners in Bell, CA, Cudahy, CA, Commerce, CA, and Huntington Park, CA call us for the same chimney, dryer vent, and repair work, and we schedule jobs in those cities alongside our Maywood appointments.
Serving Maywood, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Maywood 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 Maywood
We schedule within a day or two for most Maywood addresses because the city is compact and we’re already working the surrounding area regularly. Emergency repairs, like a chimney exposed to weather after storm damage, get priority scheduling. Call (833) 467-7685 and we’ll give you a specific day and time window, not a vague “sometime next week.”
Most routine chimney repairs, including cap replacement, crown repair, and flashing work, don’t require a city permit in Maywood. Liner installation can require a permit depending on scope, and we’ll tell you if yours does. We handle the paperwork when permits are needed, so you’re not left sorting out city requirements on your own.
That’s one of the most common situations we see in Maywood. We inspect the flue sizing and condition against the current appliance, and if the flue was never properly sized or lined for its modern use, we’ll show you the issue on camera and explain the options. Call (833) 467-7685 for 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 Maywood Customers Say
"Liner was cracked in two places. He walked me through the repair options honestly, including the one that was cheaper for him and better for me."
— Eric Tran"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— David Park"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Bethany Padgett