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 Burbank, CA
Chimney repair in Burbank usually means one of two things: restoring a fireplace that has not been used since the Reagan administration, or fixing damage the sun and earthquakes left behind. Burbank’s pre-war bungalows and mid-century ranches were built around real masonry fireplaces, and most of them are still there, waiting for someone to light the first fire in twenty years. Mantel Chimney Sweep has served Burbank since 2018, and we handle the full repair scope: cracked crowns, failed flashing, deteriorated flue liners, missing caps, and the mortar that quietly turns to sand in the attic. Call (844) 821-5749 when you want the chimney diagnosed and fixed by the same company, not referred out.
Why Burbank Homes Are Different
Burbank’s housing stock covers a tight band of eras: 1920s and 1930s Spanish Colonial and Craftsman bungalows around downtown and Magnolia Park, 1940s and 1950s ranches in the flats, and hillside homes above 91504 that climb into the Verdugo foothills. The original brick masonry chimneys in those older homes were built well, but seven or eight decades of Burbank sun have baked the mortar joints and cracked the concrete crowns. Santa Ana wind events do not help. They drive hot, dry air through the Valley, pull moisture out of masonry, and leave crowns fissured enough to let rain into the flue during winter storms.
Here is the Burbank-specific pattern we see over and over: a homeowner buys a 1938 Spanish Colonial near Chandler Bike Path, the fireplace has been decorative for years, and the first cold night in December triggers a test fire. The flue has not been swept since before the last significant earthquake, the crown is cracked, and the smoke rolls back into the living room. Add in winter Spare-the-Air no-burn days, when people hesitate to burn at all, and you get chimneys that sit dormant for entire seasons at a time. Creosote builds up in layers from occasional, low-temperature fires rather than continuous heating. The job is not just sweeping; it is re-certifying a flue that has been ignored long enough to develop real defects.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Burbank Services
Most Burbank homeowners call us for one of two reasons: a fireplace that has not been cleaned or inspected in years, or a dryer vent that is quietly packing itself with lint behind the wall. Both are fire hazards, and both are services we perform in-house.
Chimney Sweep in Burbank
Every chimney in Burbank should be swept before its first fire of the season, especially if the fireplace has sat unused for a year or more. Our sweep includes a full flue inspection, removal of creosote and any debris that has dropped in from a cracked crown, and a written report on what we found. In Burbank’s older homes, we often pull out pieces of deteriorated terra cotta liner and loose mortar that have sloughed off the flue walls. The full scope, pricing, and what to expect are covered on our Chimney Sweep in Burbank page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Burbank
Burbank’s older single-family homes often have long, convoluted dryer vent runs that exit through the roof or snake through a crawl space. Lint accumulates faster than homeowners expect, and a restricted vent makes the dryer work harder while building a fuel load inside the duct. We clean the full run from the dryer connection to the exterior termination, then verify airflow with a measurable check. See the dedicated Dryer Vent Cleaning in Burbank page for pricing and details.
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 Burbank
Chimney repair in Burbank is less about cosmetic touch-ups and more about stopping water intrusion and restoring flue integrity in homes that are seventy to ninety years old. The original masonry chimneys in Burbank’s 1920s and 1930s bungalows were built without modern dampers or stainless liners, and decades of hot summers and dry Santa Ana winds have cracked crowns and softened mortar joints throughout the 91501, 91502, and 91505 flats. When a crown cracks, water gets into the chimney’s interior, freezes and thaws through winter, and accelerates deterioration of the flue liner. That is the problem most Chimney Repair calls start with, and it is exactly the kind of damage a sweep-only company can report but not fix.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
You see hairline or wide cracks across the concrete surface at the top of the chimney, or you find small pieces of mortar and concrete in the firebox or on the roof near the chimney.
What it costs in Burbank
Crown repair in Burbank typically ranges from $450 to $1,200 depending on crown size, crack severity, and whether we are doing a partial seal or a full recast with a proper expansion joint.
How we do it
We inspect the crown, remove loose and deteriorated material, apply a flexible sealant or recast the crown with the correct mix, and leave a crown that sheds water instead of absorbing it.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace, dampness in the attic around the chimney chase, or rusted, lifted, or missing flashing at the roofline.
What it costs in Burbank
Flashing repair in Burbank usually falls between $450 and $1,200, depending on whether we are resealing existing flashing or replacing sections with new Copperfield or Gelco materials.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, inspect the roof-to-chimney transition, install new step and counter flashing, and seal the junction so water cannot find a path behind the chimney.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You have no cap on the flue, or the existing cap is rusted through, missing its mesh, or letting rain and birds into the chimney.
What it costs in Burbank
A new chimney cap in Burbank, including installation, typically runs $375 to $800 depending on flue size, cap material, and whether a custom bracket is needed.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select the correct cap from trusted suppliers like Famco or Copperfield, fasten it securely, and verify the mesh is intact for spark arrest and animal exclusion.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your flue has cracked terra cotta tiles visible during a camera inspection, or the fireplace produces smoke and odors even after sweeping.
What it costs in Burbank
Full liner installation in Burbank generally ranges from $3,000 to $7,000, with the final figure depending on flue length, liner diameter, and whether we are replacing a damaged terra cotta liner with a DuraFlex stainless system.
How we do it
We run a camera inspection first, then size and install a DuraFlex flexible stainless steel liner that restores a continuous, properly insulated flue path from the appliance to the top.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Burbank
| Item | Typical range in Burbank |
|---|---|
| Crown repair | $450 – $1,200 |
| Flashing repair | $450 – $1,200 |
| Cap installation or replacement | $375 – $800 |
| Full liner installation | $3,000 – $7,000 |
Do I need a new liner or can the old one be repaired?
Not every cracked liner needs full replacement. We use HeatShield, a cerfractory sealant, to restore minor flue damage when the underlying structure is still sound. That option often runs in the $1,500 to $3,000 range. Call (844) 821-5749 and we will show you the camera footage before recommending anything.
Can Burbank’s older chimneys meet current fire safety standards?
Most can, once the liner, crown, and cap are brought into serviceable condition. The key is a camera inspection that shows exactly what is inside the flue. Without that, any claim about safety is a guess. We provide the footage before you commit to any repair.
Brands We Service in Burbank
Mantel Chimney Sweep works with a curated set of professional chimney and hearth suppliers: DuraFlex for stainless steel liners, HeatShield for cerfractory flue restoration, and Famco or Copperfield for caps and terminations. We keep the most common sizes and parts stocked, which means most Burbank repairs do not wait on a supplier shipment. See our brands for the full material standard.
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| Service | Typical range in Burbank |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard flue) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney sweep (heavy creosote or animal removal) | $400 – $600 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150 – $250 |
| Crown repair | $450 – $1,200 |
| Flashing repair | $450 – $1,200 |
| Cap installation or replacement | $375 – $800 |
| Chimney cap replacement (including parts) | $375 – $800 |
| HeatShield flue restoration | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Full liner installation | $3,000 – $7,000 |
| Masonry repair (brickwork, tuckpointing) | $800 – $2,500 |
Two things push Burbank prices up more than anything else: access and deferred maintenance. Hillside homes above 91504 can require roof access with steeper pitches, and chimneys that have gone decades without a cap or crown repair often need more extensive masonry work than a simple sweep first suggests. You will know the exact price before we start, not after. We work from a flat-rate scope, and you approve it before any material is ordered or any work begins.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Burbank
We work across Burbank’s residential neighborhoods, from the downtown bungalows and Magnolia Park ranches to the hillside streets above 91504 and the post-war tracts in the Verdugo foothills. Response in the Burbank area is usually within a few business days for a sweep, with repair work scheduled based on the inspection findings.
- Magnolia Park
- Downtown Burbank
- Rancho Adjacent
- Hillside District (above 91504)
- Toluca Lake adjacent (91502)
Service Area – Cities Near Burbank
Mantel Chimney Sweep serves Burbank and the surrounding San Fernando Valley and Verdugo communities. If you are in Universal City, CA, North Hollywood, CA, Glendale, CA, or Studio City, CA, we can schedule the same camera-inspected, flat-price service described on this page.
Serving Burbank, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Burbank 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 Burbank
Most Burbank sweeps and dryer vent cleanings can be scheduled within three to five business days. Repair work depends on what the inspection finds. We carry common caps, flashing materials, and liner components on the truck, which means many repairs are completed on the first visit.
Most crown, flashing, cap, and liner repairs are classified as routine maintenance and do not require a city permit. Major structural rebuilds or full chimney replacements may trigger Burbank’s building permit process. We will tell you plainly if your job falls into that category before any work is scheduled.
Yes. We work in 91523, 91526, 91501, 91502, and the surrounding Burbank neighborhoods, including the flats, Magnolia Park, and the hillside areas. Call (844) 821-5749 to confirm availability for your specific street and to schedule 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 Burbank Customers Say
"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."
— Rachel Lawson"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
— Gilbert Garcia"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."
— Matt Delaney