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 Lennox, CA
Chimney repair in Lennox usually means finding damage that years of disuse have hidden: a crumbling 1950s clay flue liner, a rusted damper, or a masonry crown cracked by decades of sun and Santa Ana wind. Mantel Chimney Sweep handles the full scope, from inspection and cleaning to HeatShield liner restoration and DuraFlex stainless steel relining. We’ve served Lennox since 2018, and most of our work here starts with a landlord or buyer who needs answers before escrow closes. Call (844) 821-5749 when you need a chimney company that repairs what it finds, not one that just writes a report.
Why Lennox Homes Are Different
Lennox is a densely packed unincorporated pocket of Los Angeles County, ZIP 90304, tucked between Inglewood and Hawthorne. The housing stock is mostly small post-war stucco single-family homes and low-rise triplex-style rentals built between the 1940s and 1960s. Those homes went up with original masonry fireplaces and clay-tile flues, and a lot of those flues have never been touched since the day they were mortared in.
The mild Southern California climate means fireplaces here rarely get used for actual heat. That sounds like good news, and in one way it is: we don’t see the heavy creosote buildup that colder cities get. But neglect creates its own problems. Soot, bird nests, leaf debris, and long-dead pests accumulate. Spark arrestors rust through. Chimney crowns crack under summer heat and Santa Ana wind. The deferred maintenance on rental properties is the biggest driver of what we see in Lennox: a chimney that hasn’t been opened in a decade is a chimney with hidden damage waiting for an inspection to expose it.
Densified infill lots and shared driveways add a practical wrinkle. Ladder access is often tight, and roof work around a chimney on a small Lennox lot takes more care than it would on a sprawling suburban property. We’re used to it. It’s part of working here.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Lennox Services
Two services account for most of what Lennox homeowners and landlords call us about: chimney sweeping and dryer vent cleaning. Here’s how each one plays out in this specific city.
Chimney Sweep in Lennox
A chimney sweep in Lennox is less about removing creosote and more about clearing what’s been sitting in the flue since the last tenant moved out. Birds nest in unused chimneys here. Debris accumulates. Dampers seize. When a sale or escrow inspection is pending, the sweep is usually the first step before any repair gets quoted. We document everything with camera inspection, so you see exactly what we see before any recommendation gets made. Full details are on our Lennox sweep page: Chimney Sweep in Lennox.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lennox
Dryer vents in Lennox rentals and older homes often run long, narrow, and behind stucco walls, which makes lint buildup a genuine fire hazard. A clogged dryer vent is one of the leading causes of residential fires, and in a dense multi-family area like Lennox, that risk doesn’t stay behind one unit’s door. We clear the full vent run, from the dryer connection to the exterior termination, and verify airflow afterward. This is a dedicated service, not an add-on. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lennox covers the specifics.
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 Lennox
In Lennox, the chimney repair call usually follows a home sale inspection, a tenant turnover, or a landlord who finally looked up at the roof and saw cracks in the crown. The 1940s-to-1960s housing stock means most flues are original clay tile, and after 60-plus years of neglect, many have spalled, cracked, or shifted. The mild climate doesn’t protect a chimney; it just means the damage has more time to develop in the dark. Our full-service approach means we don’t just flag the problem. We fix it, using materials like HeatShield cerfractory sealant for liner restoration and DuraFlex stainless steel for full relining. That’s the repair-grade difference behind our Chimney Repair work.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Visible rust, missing bolts, or evidence of birds or debris inside the flue are the clearest signals a cap has failed or was never installed.
What it costs in Lennox
Chimney cap installation in Lennox typically runs $195 to $510 depending on the cap size, material, and access conditions on the roof.
How we do it
We measure the flue tile, source the correctly sized cap from a brand like Olympia Chimney, Copperfield, or Famco, and secure it with stainless hardware rated for the Santa Ana wind exposure common here.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Cracked or spalled clay tile fragments found during a sweep, staining on interior walls near the chimney, or an inspection report showing a failed flue all point to a liner problem.
What it costs in Lennox
A full chimney liner installation in Lennox generally runs from $2,750 to $4,900 depending on the flue height, liner material, and whether the old liner needs removal first.
How we do it
We assess the existing flue, recommend HeatShield restoration if the damage is surface-level or a DuraFlex stainless steel liner system if the clay tile has structurally failed, then install with proper insulation and top plate.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace, damp drywall around the chimney chase, or visible gaps and lifted flashing at the roofline indicate a flashing failure.
What it costs in Lennox
Chimney flashing repair in Lennox typically costs $350 to $750 depending on whether the flashing can be resealed or must be partially replaced.
How we do it
We remove the old sealant, inspect the step and counter flashing, replace any corroded sections, and reseal with high-temperature roofing sealant rated for the dry-wet-dry cycle of Southern California winters.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracks running across the concrete crown, spalling that leaves chunks missing, or a crown that has visibly pulled away from the flue tile means water is getting into the masonry.
What it costs in Lennox
Chimney crown repair in Lennox runs from $395 to $850 depending on the crown condition and whether a full rebuild or a resurfacing is the right call.
How we do it
We remove loose and deteriorated concrete, build the crown back with a proper slope to shed water away from the flue, and install a new cap and flashing junction where needed.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Lennox
| Item | Typical range in Lennox |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $195 – $510 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $750 |
| Chimney crown repair | $395 – $850 |
Liner work is quoted separately because every flue is different. A full reline typically lands between $2,750 and $4,900 depending on liner material, flue height, and access. We give a flat-price quote before any work begins, based on what the camera inspection shows.
Do I really need a new liner if the firebox looks fine?
Not necessarily. If the clay tile is cracked but the structure is sound, HeatShield restoration can resurface the flue without a full liner replacement. We only recommend full relining when the clay has structurally failed or the flue is unlined. Call (844) 821-5749 for an inspection, and we’ll show you the camera footage.
Can you fix it the same day you inspect it?
Some repairs, like cap installation or flashing resealing, can often be done the same visit. Liner work is scheduled separately because it requires material that must be ordered for your flue’s specific dimensions. We’ll tell you honestly which category your repair falls into.
Brands We Service in Lennox
Mantel Chimney Sweep works with a curated set of professional chimney-industry materials: DuraFlex stainless steel liner systems, HeatShield cerfractory sealant, and components from Olympia Chimney and Famco, among others. These aren’t big-box brands. They’re what the trade actually uses. See our brands for the full list and why material selection matters.
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| Service | Typical range in Lennox |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (inspection + cleaning) | $179 – $390 |
| Chimney cap installation | $195 – $510 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $210 – $520 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $750 |
| Chimney crown repair | $395 – $850 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,750 – $4,900 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150 – $330 |
What pushes price up in Lennox is access. Tight ladder placement on densified lots, shared driveways, and roofs with steep pitches or fragile clay tile all add time and care. You’ll never get a surprise add-on from us. The price quoted before the work starts is the price you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lennox
Lennox is a small, dense ZIP code, but the work varies block to block. Older single-family homes near the Inglewood border tend to have original masonry fireplaces that haven’t been touched since the post-war build. The multi-family pockets closer to Hawthorne bring inspector-driven sweeps and liner questions. Our typical response time in Lennox is one to three business days for an on-site visit.
- Adjacent to Inglewood along Lennox Boulevard
- The rental triplex clusters north of Imperial Highway
- The residential blocks near Lennox Park
- The Hawthorn-adjacent streets off Prairie Avenue
- The southern edge near El Segundo Boulevard
Service Area – Cities Near Lennox
Mantel Chimney Sweep works throughout the South Bay and Inglewood-adjacent communities. We regularly serve Del Aire, CA just to the southwest, Hawthorne, CA directly south, Inglewood, CA along the northern and eastern borders, and El Segundo, CA a few minutes west. If you’re unsure whether we cover your block, call (844) 821-5749 and ask.
Serving Lennox, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lennox 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 Lennox
We typically schedule on-site visits in Lennox within one to three business days. Inspection-first jobs tied to escrow deadlines get priority when you let us know the closing date. Call (844) 821-5749 to get on the schedule.
Most chimney repairs in unincorporated Los Angeles County, including Lennox, don’t require a separate permit when the work is a like-for-like repair or liner restoration. Full structural rebuilds can trigger permit requirements. We’ll tell you if your job falls into that category after the inspection.
Yes. Landlords and property managers in Lennox regularly coordinate with us for tenant access. We work efficiently, document everything with photos, and can send the report directly to the owner or management company. Just mention it when you call (844) 821-5749.
Mantel Chimney Sweep has served Lennox since 2018. From flue to dryer vent, we repair what others can only report. Call (844) 821-5749 for a free estimate and a straight answer about your chimney.
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 Lennox Customers Say
"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Rafael Flores"Thorough sweep and a clear report. He was running late from the job before and arrived near the end of the window, though he did call to warn me."
— Marisol Mendoza"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Tiana Robinson