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 Lakewood, CA
Chimney repair in Lakewood usually means one of three things: a cracked clay tile liner, a rusted-out cap, or flashing that’s leaked through a Southern California rain season. Most Lakewood homes are original 1950s tract builds whose fireplaces have never been relined, so what starts as a simple sweep often turns into a repair conversation. We’re Brownstone Chimney Sweep, and we work on those systems every week. Call (866) 253-8489 if you suspect your flue has a problem that cleaning won’t fix.
Why Lakewood Homes Are Different
Lakewood is a post-WWII planned suburb, and the original Lakewood Park and Lakewood Village tracts still hold thousands of single-story homes with brick or masonry fireplaces built between 1950 and 1955. Those chimneys were built with clay tile liners sized for wood-burning fireplaces. What we see decade after decade: the homeowner switched to a gas log set in the 1980s or 90s, the clay liner cracked from heat cycling and age, and now the flue is both deteriorating and undersized for the gas appliance. Creosote buildup happens slowly here because Lakewood’s climate is mild and fireplaces run only a few weeks each winter. That sounds like good news, but it means years pass between inspections, so damage accumulates unseen. Santa Ana winds push dry debris into uncapped flues, and winter rains find every hairline masonry crack. A chimney in Lakewood needs an inspection that accounts for its age, not just a brushing.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Lakewood Services
Two services dominate the calls we take from Lakewood homeowners: chimney sweeping and dryer vent cleaning. Each has its own page where we go into the details.
Chimney Sweep in Lakewood
A sweep in Lakewood is rarely just a sweep. We remove creosote and soot, then inspect the flue with a camera because on 1950s clay tile liners, cracks and spalling hide behind what looks like normal buildup. If the fireplace was converted to gas logs, we check whether the original liner is still sized correctly for the appliance now using it. That mismatch is one of the most common findings in Lakewood Park homes. Full details are on our Chimney Sweep in Lakewood page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakewood
Lakewood’s 1950s floor plans often run dryer vents through long interior walls or up through the attic, which gives lint more surface area to accumulate. A clogged vent means longer dry times, higher utility costs, and a fire hazard that most homeowners don’t think about until the dryer starts tripping its thermal fuse. We treat dryer vent cleaning as the same fire-safety work as chimney sweeping, because it is. See our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakewood page for the full scope.
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 Lakewood
Chimney repair in Lakewood most often comes down to one of two issues: a clay tile liner that has cracked after 60-plus years of heat cycling, or a chimney cap that has rusted through and let water and debris into the flue. The 1950s tract homes here were built to a wood-burning standard, and many of those chimneys were never relined when homeowners switched to gas appliances. That leaves an aging flue carrying exhaust it was not sized for, and the only way to confirm the damage is a camera inspection. Brownstone Chimney Sweep has served Lakewood since 2012, and we repair these systems using the same materials the trade specifies: DuraFlex liners, HeatShield resurfacer, Gelco caps, and Copperfield flashing. Learn more about the full scope on our Chimney Repair hub.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You see rust flakes on the hearth or a visible hole in the cap from the ground, or birds and debris are getting into the flue.
What it costs in Lakewood
Chimney cap installation in Lakewood typically runs $220 to $450 depending on flue size and cap material.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, install a stainless or copper cap sized for your tile, and secure it with mechanical fasteners so Santa Ana winds can’t lift it.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, the mesh screen is torn, or the cap has separated from the flue tile.
What it costs in Lakewood
Replacement in Lakewood is generally $200 to $400 including removal of the old cap and disposal.
How we do it
We pull the old cap, inspect the flue crown underneath for damage, then install a new cap with the correct screen mesh for your firebox type, wood or gas.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked or spalling clay tiles, or you’ve converted to gas logs and the original wood-burning liner is now the wrong size.
What it costs in Lakewood
Liner installation here typically falls between $2,300 and $5,600, with most 1950s Lakewood homes landing near the middle of that range.
How we do it
We size a DuraFlex stainless liner for your specific appliance, drop it down the flue, connect it at the appliance and cap it at the top, then verify the draft.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, damp drywall in the attic, or visible gaps between flashing and masonry.
What it costs in Lakewood
Flashing repair in Lakewood runs $350 to $800, depending on how much of the existing flashing can be saved.
How we do it
We remove the damaged flashing, clean the roof line, and install new Copperfield flashing sealed to both roof and chimney with a proper rain guard.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown is cracked, spalling, or has visible gaps where it meets the flue tile.
What it costs in Lakewood
Crown repair here is $400 to $1,000 depending on crack severity and whether we can resurface or need to recast.
How we do it
We chip out the damaged crown, form and cast a new one with a proper drip edge, and seal it so rainwater sheds away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Lakewood
| Item | Typical range in Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $220 – $450 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,300 – $5,600 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $800 |
What pushes the price up in Lakewood: older masonry that has shifted, second-story roof access, or the need to remove and recast a crown before a cap can seat properly. We give you a flat price before work starts, not an estimate range that drifts later.
Can you tell if my 1950s chimney needs a new liner without tearing it apart?
Yes. We run a camera down the flue and look at the tile condition directly. If you converted to gas logs, the liner sizing question is settled on that same inspection. You see the footage yourself before anyone recommends a liner.
Is it safe to keep using a fireplace with a cracked chimney crown in Lakewood?
It is not something to ignore. A cracked crown lets water seep into the masonry and the flue chase, and over a few wet winters that turns a $600 crown repair into a much bigger masonry job. Call (866) 253-8489 and we’ll look before it gets there.
Brands We Service in Lakewood
We stock and install Gelco caps, Olympia Chimney components, Famco vent parts, and Copperfield flashing. These are the brands professional chimney techs specify because they hold up in this climate. See our brands for the full list and why we don’t use hardware-store substitutes.
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| Service | Typical range in Lakewood |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, one flue) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney sweep with camera inspection | $260 – $420 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $220 – $450 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $200 – $400 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,300 – $5,600 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $800 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,000 |
The things that typically push Lakewood pricing above the baseline: second-story roof access, a flue that has not been cleaned in many years and requires extra passes, or masonry that has shifted enough to need repair before a cap or crown can go on. We quote a flat price before work starts. You know the number when you book, and that’s the number on the invoice.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lakewood
We cover every Lakewood ZIP code – 90712, 90713, 90714, 90715. That includes the original Lakewood Park and Lakewood Village tracts, the 1960s additions east of Woodruff, and the neighborhoods around Mayfair Park. We’re usually able to schedule within a week, and we’ll give you a firm arrival window when you call.
- Lakewood Park
- Lakewood Village
- Mayfair
- East Lakewood
- Lakewood Mutual
Service Area – Cities Near Lakewood
We also serve the communities around Lakewood, including Signal Hill, CA, Bellflower, CA, Long Beach, CA, and Paramount, CA. If you’re in one of those cities and need a chimney sweep or repair, the same crew and the same flat-price promise apply.
Serving Lakewood, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lakewood 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 Lakewood
We schedule Lakewood jobs throughout the week, and most homeowners get a visit within five to seven days. If we’re already working in the area, we can sometimes fit a smaller job in sooner. Call (866) 253-8489 with your address and we’ll pull up a route and give you a firm slot.
Most of what we do – sweeping, cap replacement, crown repair, flashing – falls under repair and maintenance, and no permit is required. Liner installation is also considered a repair when we’re replacing an existing liner, not adding a new fireplace. We’ll tell you upfront if your specific job is different.
Yes, and we recommend it. Most home inspectors don’t put a camera down the flue, and on a 1950s Lakewood tract home, the clay tiles are the whole story. A pre-purchase chimney inspection costs less than a liner replacement, and you’ll know what you’re buying before you sign. Call (866) 253-8489 to schedule one.
Call Brownstone Chimney Sweep at (866) 253-8489 for a free estimate on any chimney or vent work in Lakewood. We’ll give you a straight answer, a flat price, and no recommendation you can’t see with your own eyes.
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 Lakewood Customers Say
"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Veronica Herrera"Creosote buildup was worse than I realized. He measured it, showed me the glazing on the flue with the camera, and was honest that we were closer to a chimney fire than I wanted to hear."
— Paul Ackerman"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
— Malik Mosley