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 Mentone, CA
Chimney repair in Mentone usually means rebuilding a crown, replacing a cracked flue liner, or sealing flashing on a home built before 1980. The dry air and Santa Ana winds that sweep through this foothill town at roughly 1,600 feet elevation punish masonry faster than homeowners expect. Mayflower Chimney Sweep has served Mentone since 2013, and we handle the full repair scope: from a loose cap to a full DuraFlex relining. Call (877) 819-0285 when you need someone who will tell you plainly what is wrong.
Why Mentone Homes Are Different
Mentone sits in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, and that location shapes nearly every chimney job we take on here. Many homes are older ranch-style houses and cabins, most built before 1980, with masonry fireplaces or freestanding wood stoves that have burned decades of oak and pine. Those systems often have no modern liner, or a liner that has cracked from repeated heating and cooling. Combine that with semi-arid air that draws moisture out of mortar, and you get spalling brick and crumbling crowns faster than you would down in the valley.
Then there is the wind. When a Santa Ana event tears through the pass, it does two things. It scatters embers from any open burn, and it pushes dry leaves, twigs, and chaparral debris straight into uncapped flues. After a big wind, we often find chimneys half-clogged with material that turned a routine sweep into a full inspection and repair call. That is not a generic chimney problem. It is a Mentone problem, and it changes the order of the work: clear the debris, check the cap, then inspect the liner before you light the next fire.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Mentone Services
The two calls we get most from Mentone homeowners are for a thorough chimney sweep and for dryer vent cleaning. Both are fire-safety jobs, and both are commonly put off until something smells wrong.
Chimney Sweep in Mentone
A proper sweep in Mentone starts with what the wind left behind. We remove creosote from the flue walls and clear out the leaves and twigs that Santa Ana winds push into uncapped chimneys, then inspect the system for cracks, gaps, or signs of water. If we find damage, we can quote the repair on the spot because repair is part of what we do. You will not be handed off to another company. Learn more about the full process on our Chimney Sweep in Mentone page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mentone
Dryer vents are chimneys too, and just as important to maintain. Lint builds fastest in the dry Mentone air, and a clogged dryer vent is a leading household fire cause. We clean the full run from dryer to exterior and check the termination for blockages or backdraft. It is the same fire-safety discipline we apply to fireplaces, applied to the exhaust system you use every week. Details are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mentone 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 Mentone
Most chimney repair calls in Mentone come from older homes whose masonry and liners have weathered decades of dry heat, cold nights, and wind-driven debris. A cracked crown lets water into the brick, a rusted cap lets embers and rain into the flue, and a deteriorated liner becomes a carbon monoxide hazard. We inspect first, show you what we find, and only then quote the fix. Our repair work uses named materials like HeatShield and DuraFlex so you can verify exactly what went into your chimney. That is the Chimney Repair standard we hold across every job to.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
After a Santa Ana event, you find leaves, twigs, or nesting material inside the firebox or smoke chamber, or you see rain staining on the hearth.
What it costs in Mentone
In Mentone, a new chimney cap with installation typically runs between $250 and $550 depending on flue size and roof access.
How we do it
We measure the flue, match the cap to the crown dimensions, secure it with mechanical fasteners, and confirm the draft remains clear.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
You see cracked flue tiles during a camera inspection, notice mortar chunks in the firebox, or smell smoke in rooms that share a wall with the chimney.
What it costs in Mentone
A full liner replacement in Mentone typically falls between $2,800 and $6,500, depending on the liner length, the existing flue condition, and roof access.
How we do it
We inspect the full flue with a camera, clean it thoroughly, then install a correctly sized DuraFlex or HeatShield liner and connect it to the appliance or firebox with new flashing and a proper termination cap.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You find water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, damp brick after rain, or peeling caulk and lifted flashing at the roofline.
What it costs in Mentone
Flashing repair in Mentone typically runs $350 to $900 per side or area, depending on how much flashing must be cut out and replaced.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, install new step and counter flashing sealed with proper roofing-grade sealant, and confirm the water path flows away from the chimney chase.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
You see cracking or spalling on the concrete crown, standing water above the flue, or efflorescence streaking down the exterior brick.
What it costs in Mentone
Crown repair in Mentone typically costs between $450 and $1,800 depending on whether we patch cracks or remove and recast the full crown.
How we do it
We grind out failed material, rebuild the crown with a proper slope away from the flue, and apply a waterproof sealant rated for high-heat exposure.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Mentone
These are the typical ranges we quote in the 92359 area. Final numbers depend on roof pitch, access, and what the camera inspection shows.
| Item | Typical range in Mentone |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $550 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,800 – $6,500 |
| Flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
Does a cracked liner really need to be replaced?
If the camera shows gaps or separation in the flue tiles, yes. Those gaps let heat and carbon monoxide reach the surrounding masonry and the living space. In Mentone’s older homes, we commonly find liners that were never rated for the heat output of a modern wood stove.
Can you repair my chimney in one visit?
Most cap, flashing, and crown repairs can be completed same-day since the materials fit our service truck inventory. A full liner replacement usually requires a follow-up visit for staging and installation, but you will have a written price before we start anything.
Brands We Service in Mentone
We stock and install components from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney. These are the same professional-grade materials certified chimney professionals use nationwide, and we keep common cap and liner parts in our trucks for faster Mentone turnarounds. See our brands for the full line we work with.
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These are the line-item ranges we quote most often in Mentone. Every job gets a written price before work begins, based on what the inspection actually shows.
| Service | Typical range in Mentone |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep and inspection | $189 – $309 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $129 – $229 |
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $550 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $250 – $550 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,800 – $6,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $1,800 |
Two things push prices up in Mentone: steep roof pitches on hillside lots and wind-driven debris that requires extra time to clear before a repair can start. We give you the number after the inspection, and we do not add surprise fees after the work is done.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Mentone
We work throughout the 92359 ZIP and the surrounding foothill streets. Most Mentone jobs we can reach on the same visit, though we recommend booking sweeps at least a week ahead during fall and early winter when demand peaks.
- Mentone town center and older residential streets
- Homes along Highway 38 toward Angelus Oaks
- Neighborhoods off Mentone Boulevard and Crafton Avenue
- Foothill properties near the Mill Creek corridor
- Unincorporated ranch lots and cabin parcels east of Mentone
Service Area – Cities Near Mentone
Mayflower Chimney Sweep works across the San Bernardino foothills and the neighboring valley communities. If you are in Redlands, CA, Yucaipa, CA, Highland, CA, or Calimesa, CA, we can often schedule a chimney or dryer vent job in the same week as a Mentone visit.
Serving Mentone, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Mentone 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 Mentone
We do our best to reach Mentone homes within a few days after a major wind event, especially when debris is visible in the flue or water has come down the chimney. Call early in the week, because fall demand fills the schedule quickly.
Most cap, flashing, and crown repairs fall under routine maintenance and do not require a permit in Mentone. A full liner replacement may require an inspection depending on the structure, and we can tell you what applies to your specific home before work begins.
Yes. We work across the entire 92359 ZIP, including the older town streets, the foothill roads, and the unincorporated parcels on the edges of Mentone. If you are unsure whether you are in range, call and we will confirm while you are on the line.
If your chimney in Mentone needs a sweep, a repair, or a full reline, call Mayflower Chimney Sweep at (877) 819-0285 for a free estimate. We will tell you what we find in plain language, and you will see exactly what you are paying for.
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 Mentone Customers Say
"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."
— Alejandro Vargas"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."
— Adriana Reyes"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Lucia Rodriguez