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 Santa Monica, CA
Chimney repair in Santa Monica usually means restoring a fireplace that has sat unused through months of marine layer rather than sweeping one caked with creosote. Most of the chimneys we work on here belong to 1920s and 1930s bungalows and Spanish Revival homes, where the original clay flue tile and brick firebox have spent decades absorbing salt-laden damp air from the Pacific. Mantel Chimney Sweep has served Santa Monica since 2018, and the calls we take from Ocean Park to north of Montana tend to start with the same discovery: the fireplace is a decorative feature that has quietly deteriorated while nobody was using it. Call (844) 821-5749 when you suspect yours has.
Why Santa Monica Homes Are Different
The marine layer changes what we do before we even get to the roof. In Santa Monica, a fireplace might go from October to December without a single fire, and that long dormancy is exactly when damp ocean air, nesting birds, and rust do their worst work. We find corroded dampers that have seized in place, spark arrestors crusted with salt spray, and firebox mortar that has turned powdery from repeated moisture cycles. On many blocks north of Montana and in Ocean Park, we are not sweeping soot; we are repairing the damage that time and coastal salt have done to a chimney no one thought about between seasons.
The housing stock adds a second layer of care. Original 1920s and 1930s bungalows often have brick fireboxes set inside stucco and clay tile exteriors, and roof access on those older Spanish Revival homes means slow, deliberate footing to avoid cracking tile. Newer infill condos and mid-century apartments present a different profile entirely: prefab metal flues behind stucco enclosures, where the chase cover or cap is usually the first thing to fail. Santa Monica is not a one-type-of-chimney city, and a visit that starts as a cleaning often becomes a repair call once we look inside the flue.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Santa Monica Services
Most Santa Monica homeowners call us for one of two reasons: the fireplace has not been looked at in years, or the dryer vent has never been cleaned since the house changed hands. Both are fire hazards, and both are jobs we handle with the same diagnostic care. Here is what each involves here.
Chimney Sweep in Santa Monica
A sweep in Santa Monica is less about heavy creosote removal and more about clearing out what the coastal climate leaves behind. Nests, wind-blown debris, and rust scale from deteriorating caps are the typical findings, especially in flues attached to fireplaces that get used a dozen times a year. We remove the blockage, inspect the flue and firebox, and give you an honest account of what condition everything is in. For a deeper look at the service, see our Chimney Sweep in Santa Monica page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Santa Monica
Lint-clogged dryer vents cause residential fires, and in Santa Monica the vents are often long, low-clearance runs through enclosed walls or crawl spaces that nobody remembers to check. Lint plus salt air equals a vent that clogs faster than the one your cousin in the Valley deals with. We clear the full run and check the termination point for the same rust and corrosion that attacks chimney caps here. Details are on the Dryer Vent Cleaning in Santa Monica page.
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 Santa Monica
Most chimney repair calls in Santa Monica start with a small sign that has been ignored for a season or two: a damp smell near the fireplace, a rusted cap visible from the street, or a damper that will no longer open. The marine air here corrodes metal and weakens mortar faster than inland homeowners expect, and homes from the 1920s through the 1940s were often built with clay flue tile that is now cracking from decades of salt exposure. When we inspect a Santa Monica chimney, we’re looking for the specific failure modes this climate creates, and we repair what we find rather than handing you a report and walking away. Mantel Chimney Sweep is a full-service operation, so the same crew that diagnoses a cracked flue can restore it. Learn more about our broader Chimney Repair capabilities and the material standards we follow on every job.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Water dripping into the firebox, visible rust on the existing cap, or signs of birds or debris inside the flue.
What it costs in Santa Monica
Chimney cap installation in Santa Monica typically runs $300 to $700 depending on flue size, roof access, and whether the cap is standard galvanized steel or stainless.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a cap sized to the flue tile or chase, secure it with mechanical fasteners suited to the chimney material, and verify the spark arrestor mesh is intact.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
A cap that is rusted through, warped, or missing entirely, often spotted during a sweep or after heavy rain.
What it costs in Santa Monica
Chimney cap replacement in Santa Monica costs between $150 and $500, which includes removing the old cap, disposal, and installing a new one sized correctly for the flue.
How we do it
We remove the corroded cap, check the flue tile beneath for salt-air damage, and mount a replacement that covers the flue opening without restricting draft.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Flue tile cracks, spalling, or gaps that show up on a camera inspection, especially in Spanish Revival homes where salt-laden damp air has been working on the clay for decades.
What it costs in Santa Monica
Chimney liner installation in Santa Monica generally falls between $2,500 and $5,000 based on the flue height, diameter, and whether it is a flex or rigid liner system.
How we do it
We remove the damaged flue components as needed and install a DuraFlex stainless steel liner sized for the appliance, which restores a continuous, code-compliant vent path.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, peeled paint at the roofline, or visible gaps in the flashing after a storm.
What it costs in Santa Monica
Chimney flashing repair in Santa Monica ranges from $350 to $900, depending on whether we can reseal the existing flashing or need to cut and replace sections.
How we do it
We inspect the roofline junction, remove old sealant and damaged flashing, then install new flashing and sealant rated for coastal exposure.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
A cracked or crumbling mortar crown, visible from the roof or as moisture and efflorescence on the chimney’s upper brickwork.
What it costs in Santa Monica
Chimney crown repair in Santa Monica typically runs $600 to $1,200, depending on whether the crown needs patching or a full rebuild with proper overhang.
How we do it
We clean the crown surface, apply a flexible crown-grade sealant or re-form the crown with mortar, and make sure water sheds away from the flue opening.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Santa Monica
| Item | Typical range in Santa Monica |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $150 – $500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $5,000 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
Do I really need a new liner, or can I wait?
A cracked or spalled clay flue is letting heat and combustion gases reach combustible material. In coastal homes, the problem does not self-correct; it worsens with each moisture cycle. If our camera shows gaps, the liner should be addressed before you burn again. Call (844) 821-5749 for a straight answer.
How do I know if my chimney damage is from salt air or something else?
Rust on steel caps, dampers, and chase covers in a low-use fireplace is almost always salt air plus marine moisture. Interior flue tile spalling is the same process at work. We confirm with an inspection that identifies the failure mode before touching anything. Call (844) 821-5749 to schedule.
Brands We Service in Santa Monica
We stock parts and liners from Olympia Chimney, Copperfield, and Famco, and install DuraFlex stainless steel liner systems on full liner replacements. These are professional chimney-industry brands, not big-box substitutes, and they hold up to the salt air here. Most common repair parts are on our trucks, so a Santa Monica job seldom waits on a warehouse. See our brands for the full line we carry.
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| Service | Typical range in Santa Monica |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $150 – $500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $5,000 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
| Prefab / factory-built / metal chase cap | $200 – $600 |
| Chimney chase cover | $250 – $800 |
| Masonry repointing / tuckpointing | $800 – $1,800 |
Roof pitch and access are the two big price movers in Santa Monica. A steep clay tile roof adds setup time and care, and a flue that is hard to reach from the ladder can push a job toward the higher end of the range. We give a flat price before any work begins, so there is no surprise line item when the job is done.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Santa Monica
We work across Santa Monica’s residential neighborhoods, including the 90401, 90402, 90410, and 90411 ZIP codes. Most appointments can be scheduled within a few days, though roof work may be pushed when the marine layer is heavy enough to make roofing surfaces slick.
- Ocean Park
- North of Montana
- Sunset Park
- Mid-City
- Pico District
Service Area – Cities Near Santa Monica
For homeowners just outside Santa Monica, we regularly schedule work in Venice, CA, Century City, CA, Culver City, CA, and Beverly Hills, CA. Each of these areas has its own housing-era quirks, and our inspection reports give you the same camera-backed evidence no matter the ZIP code.
Serving Santa Monica, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica
Most chimney inspections and sweeps are scheduled within three to five business days. Roof access and weather sometimes move things a day either way, but we do not book a job until we can get on the roof safely. Call (844) 821-5749 and we will give you the first available slot.
Basic sweeps, cap replacements, and flashing repairs generally do not require a city permit. Structural work like a full chimney rebuild or major masonry repair may, and we will tell you before any work starts. We handle the diagnostics so you know exactly what the job involves.
Yes. Many mid-century apartment buildings and newer condos in Santa Monica rely on prefab metal flues and shared venting, and we service those systems along with single-family homes. Multifamily work usually starts with an inspection to assess access and any HOA requirements.
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 Santa Monica 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