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 San Bernardino, CA
Chimney repair in San Bernardino usually means dealing with what the heat and Santa Ana winds have done to a chimney that sat unused through a 100°F summer. We see cracked crowns, corroded caps, and flues packed with dust, leaf litter, and the occasional squirrel nest in foothill homes off Waterman and Del Rosa. Ontario Chimney has served San Bernardino since 2014, and our crews handle the full repair scope, from a deteriorated crown to a full reline. Call (833) 467-7685 when you want someone to actually look at the flue before recommending work.
Why San Bernardino Homes Are Different
San Bernardino is a hot, inland Inland Empire city. Wood-burning fireplaces and freestanding stoves are common in older foothill and mid-century neighborhoods, but they get used on a handful of cold winter nights and then sit idle through brutal summers. That means the dominant local problem is not heavy creosote from constant burning. It is long-dormant flues collecting dust, leaf litter, bird and rodent nests, and CalFire-relevant dry brush debris during fire season. Sweep-and-inspect work here is as much about warm-season blockage and wildfire defensibility as about winter creosote.
The other distinctive driver is the Santa Ana wind pattern. Hot, dry gusts funnel through the Cajon Pass and the foothill canyons, driving embers and debris into caps and crowns. Homes in 92404 and 92407, pushing up toward the San Bernardino National Forest, sit directly in that path. Pre-war bungalows near downtown and mid-century tract homes on the east side have original masonry fireplaces, single-wall metal flue connectors, and roof-mounted caps that corrode or loosen over decades of intense UV and heat. A chimney that looks fine from the yard can be a fire waiting for the first cold night or the next wind-driven ember shower.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main San Bernardino Services
San Bernardino homeowners call us most for two jobs: a thorough chimney sweep and a dryer vent cleaning that actually removes the lint packed deep in the run.
Chimney Sweep in San Bernardino
Burning a fire in a San Bernardino foothill home without knowing what is inside the flue is a gamble. A sweep removes creosote, yes, but in this city the bigger payoff is clearing out the dust, leaves, nests, and dry debris that accumulate during the long dormant season. We inspect the flue as we work, and you see the photos. Chimney Sweep in San Bernardino covers the full job, including what we check when the fireplace has been idle since last winter.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Bernardino
Dryer vents in San Bernardino homes collect lint, and lint is fuel. The CPSC and NFPA both identify dryer-vent lint as a leading cause of residential fires. In hot, dry San Bernardino, that risk does not take the winter off. We treat dryer vent cleaning as a standalone fire-safety service, not an add-on. Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Bernardino breaks down what we remove, how we verify proper airflow, and why once a year is the right cadence for most households.
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 San Bernardino
Chimney repair in San Bernardino is driven by two things: housing age and weather. Most fireplaces in pre-war bungalows and mid-century tracts are original masonry, with mortar that has been baked by decades of 100°F summers and scoured by Santa Ana gusts. The crowns crack, the caps rust through, and the seams over the roof line open up. What starts as a small leak becomes water in the flue, accelerated liner deterioration, and eventually a safety issue. The good news: Chimney Repair handles everything from a new cap to a structural rebuild, so you deal with one company from the first look to the finished job.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rain streaking down the flue, the smell of wet ash after a storm, or birds moving into the chimney are all signs a cap is missing or failed.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Chimney cap installation in San Bernardino typically runs $145 to $300, depending on the flue size, and that includes the permit, inspection, and warranty.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, measure the flue opening, seal and mount a new galvanized or stainless cap in the correct size, and confirm proper draft before we leave.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
A spalling crown, chunks of mortar on the roof, or water stains on the ceiling near the chimney indicate the crown’s overhang has cracked and is no longer shedding water.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Expect to pay $150 to $300 for a 4 inch crown rebuild on a typical single-flue San Bernardino chimney, with larger or double-flue crowns running $300 to $500 when extensive masonry work is required.
How we do it
We grind away the failed mortar, compact a proper mortar bed, and finish the crown with a drip edge that pushes water off the masonry instead of into it.
What Chimney Repair Costs in San Bernardino
| Item | Typical range in San Bernardino |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $145 – $300 |
| Chimney crown repair (4 in. crown) | $150 – $300 |
| Chimney cap replacement (stainless) | $180 – $380 |
Do I always need a new liner when the old one is cracked?
No. A hairline crack in an otherwise stable terra cotta flue can often be treated with HeatShield ceramic resurfacing instead of a full liner replacement. We show you the camera footage before discussing options.
Can I get one company to handle the sweep, the cap, and the relining?
Yes. Ontario Chimney runs three service lines – chimney sweep, dryer vent cleaning, and chimney repair – with the same trained technicians. You will not be handed off to a separate contractor mid-job.
Brands We Service in San Bernardino
Our trucks carry Famco caps and dampers and Copperfield components, the same parts the certified chimney trade specifies. We install DuraFlex stainless steel liner systems and can apply HeatShield ceramic resurfacing for flues that do not need a full replacement. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in San Bernardino |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (Level 1, single flue) | $150 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $145 – $300 |
| Chimney cap replacement (stainless) | $180 – $380 |
| Chimney crown repair (4 in. crown) | $150 – $300 |
| Chimney liner installation (DuraFlex) | $1,800 – $3,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $600 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $99 – $199 |
| HeatShield ceramic resurfacing | $1,600 – $2,800 |
What pushes cost up in San Bernardino is access: steep foothill roofs, second-story chimneys, and deteriorated masonry that slows the prep work. You get a flat price before we start, and nothing hidden after the job is done.
Neighborhoods We Serve in San Bernardino
Ontario Chimney works across the entire San Bernardino area, from the older bungalow streets near downtown to the foothill subdivisions against the national forest. Most jobs are scheduled within a few days of the call.
- Downtown and historic core (92401, 92410, 92411)
- East side mid-century tracts (92404, 92407)
- Foothill neighborhoods off Waterman and Del Rosa
- North end subdivisions near the 210 (92407)
- West San Bernardino near the 215 corridor
Service Area – Cities Near San Bernardino
Our teams regularly cross into the surrounding Inland Empire cities. If you are in Muscoy, CA, Highland, CA, Loma Linda, CA, or Rialto, CA, we can likely schedule you the same week. Call and we will confirm the route.
Serving San Bernardino, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino
Most San Bernardino jobs are scheduled within three to five business days of the call. Foothill routes sometimes run a day or two later depending on weather and crew availability. Call (833) 467-7685 to check the next open slot.
Routine sweeping and cap replacement do not require a permit. A full liner installation or structural repair may need city or county review depending on scope. Our crews know the local requirements and will tell you before work starts if anything needs to be filed.
Yes. Pre-war masonry chimneys in San Bernardino require a lighter hand and we treat them accordingly, using mortar mixes that match the original and camera verification before recommending any liner or crown work.
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 San Bernardino 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