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 San Bernardino, CA
Chimney repair in San Bernardino usually means two things when we roll up: wind damage from the Santa Ana season, and decades of deferred maintenance in post-WWII tract homes. We’re Mayflower Chimney Sweep, and we’ve served San Bernardino since 2013. If your fireplace has a cracked crown, spalling brick, or a flue that hasn’t been inspected in years, call (877) 819-0285. We’ll tell you what’s wrong in plain language before we touch anything.
Why San Bernardino Homes Are Different
San Bernardino sits at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains, and that position shapes almost every chimney we open. Thousands of homes here were built in the 1940s through the 1960s, and many still run their original masonry fireplaces. The hot, dry summers pull moisture out of mortar joints. Then the Santa Ana winds push through the Cajon Pass corridor at 40 to 60 mph, driving sand, dust, palm frond fragments, and roof shingle granules into flues and across chimney crowns.
We routinely open chimneys in ZIP codes like 92404, 92405, and 92410 and find flues half-packed with wind-blown grit. Older downtown homes near 92401 tend to show spalling brick and cracked crowns from decades of dry heat and seismic settling. None of this is cosmetic. A cracked crown lets water into the masonry. A packed flue with creosote on top of wind debris is a chimney fire waiting for the right winter night. San Bernardino homeowners deal with a combination of wind, aridity, and aging brick that most chimney companies in coastal cities never see.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main San Bernardino Services
Most San Bernardino homeowners call us for one of two reasons: a fireplace that hasn’t been cleaned in years, or a dryer vent that’s making the dryer run hot. Both are fire-safety issues, and both are handled by our own technicians.
Chimney Sweep in San Bernardino
A sweep in San Bernardino is rarely just a brush through the flue. Because of the Santa Ana winds, we almost always find debris beyond creosote: sand, leaf litter, shingle granules, sometimes palm frond fragments that blew onto the roof and fell in. We clean it all out, check the crown and cap for wind damage, and run a camera inspection so you can see what we see. If you haven’t had the fireplace cleaned in more than two years, start with a sweep and inspection. Learn more about Chimney Sweep in San Bernardino.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Bernardino
Dryer vents are chimneys too, and in San Bernardino’s dusty air, they clog faster than homeowners expect. Lint builds up, the dryer runs hotter, and the exhaust vent becomes a fire risk. We clean the full vent run from the dryer to the exterior termination, and we check for bird nests and crushed ducting that block airflow. If the dryer has been taking longer than a year to dry a load, or the flapper vent outside doesn’t open properly, call us. Learn more about Dryer Vent Cleaning in San Bernardino.
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 San Bernardino
Chimney repair in San Bernardino is driven by two things: wind and water, in that order. The Santa Ana winds tear loose spark arrestors, crack crowns, and wear flashing until it separates from the roofline. Then winter rain finds every new opening and works into the masonry. We handle repairs from the firebox to the cap: no subcontractors, no referral runaround, just our own technicians doing the work. When we find a problem during a sweep, we can address it on the spot or schedule a follow-up. Our Chimney Repair service covers everything below.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You’ve never had a cap, or the old one blew off in a Santa Ana event and you found it in the yard or on the roof.
What it costs in San Bernardino
A new cap installation in San Bernardino typically runs between $300 and $700, depending on flue size and roof access.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a cap with the right mesh size to keep out birds and embers, and anchor it to the crown with mechanical fasteners, not caulk alone.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your clay tile liner is cracked, spalling, or missing sections (we spot this on camera during a sweep), or the chimney was built without a liner and you’re burning wood.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Liner installation in San Bernardino runs from $1,100 to $4,000, with most mid-century homes near 92405 landing in the $1,200 to $3,500 range depending on flue height and material.
How we do it
We size the flue, run a camera inspection first to confirm clear passage, then install a DuraFlex stainless liner or HeatShield resurfacing system and reattach the cap.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You’ve seen water staining on the ceiling near the fireplace, or exterior flashing is lifting, rusted, or pulling away from the brick.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Flashing repair here typically costs $250 to $650 for a single side, and $1,000 or more if the flashing is fully rusted out and the roofline must be reworked.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, cut new step flashing to the roof pitch, and seal with a masonry-compatible sealant, then check the roof side for wind-lifted shingles that let water in.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The crown has visible cracks, the mortar is sandy or crumbling into the flue, or water is weeping through the brick face below the crown line.
What it costs in San Bernardino
Crown repair in San Bernardino typically runs between $600 and $1,200, whether it’s a full recoat or a rebuild with proper overhang and drip edges.
How we do it
We strip loose material, pour a new crown or apply a sealant formulated for masonry, and shape the drip edge so water runs off instead of down the brick face.
What Chimney Repair Costs in San Bernardino
| Item | Typical range in San Bernardino |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,100 – $4,000 |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
How much does chimney repair cost in San Bernardino?
Most San Bernardino chimney repairs fall between $300 and $4,000, depending on what’s damaged. A cap replacement sits on the low end; a full reline is the high end. Stop guessing, call (877) 819-0285 for an exact quote. Estimates are free.
Can I wait until after winter to fix my San Bernardino chimney?
You can, but a cracked crown or missing cap gets worse every time rain or Santa Ana winds hit it. Repairs are cheaper before water expands into full masonry damage. Call us for an inspection before the next weather cycle.
Brands We Service in San Bernardino
We stock and install hardware from Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield, so San Bernardino homeowners get parts we can name and stand behind. If a cap or damper component isn’t on the truck, we usually have it within a few days from our our brands supply line.
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| Service | Typical range in San Bernardino |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep and inspection | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $90 – $180 |
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $300 – $700 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,100 – $4,000 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $1,000+ |
| Chimney crown repair | $600 – $1,200 |
| Chimney camera inspection | Included with sweep; standalone $100 – $200 |
Prices in San Bernardino run higher when a home has a steep roofline, a two-story chimney, or flue access blocked by hillside terrain. Every job gets a flat price before we schedule the work: no surprise line items, no add-ons after the fact.
Neighborhoods We Serve in San Bernardino
We work across the whole city, from the mid-century tracts to the older downtown blocks. Our technicians know the difference between the bungalow chimneys and the two-story split-levels, and we route daily through San Bernardino rather than treating it as a drive-by stop.
- Agua Mansa
- Verdemont
- Del Rosa
- Arrowhead
- North Park
Service Area – Cities Near San Bernardino
Beyond San Bernardino proper, we regularly serve the surrounding communities along the 215 and 10 corridors. If you’re in Muscoy, CA, Highland, CA, Loma Linda, CA, or Rialto, CA, we can schedule a sweep or repair on the same route loop.
Serving San Bernardino, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino
Most routine chimney repairs like cap replacement, crown work, and liner installation don’t need a separate permit. Structural rebuilds below the roof line may, and your contractor should know the difference. Call us and we’ll tell you where your specific job falls.
At least once a year if you burn wood through winter. Because of the Santa Ana winds and dusty dry season, we recommend San Bernardino homeowners schedule their sweep before the first burn of fall. Call (877) 819-0285 to book an inspection.
A full-service company finds and fixes problems in one visit, so you don’t wait weeks between a sweep finding a cracked liner and a separate repair crew addressing it. One team, one report, one point of contact from the first inspection to the final repair.
Call (877) 819-0285 for a free estimate. We’ll talk through what we see, what it costs, and whether it can wait. No pressure. No upselling. From the firebox to the cap, we tell you what we find in plain language before we touch anything.
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 San Bernardino Customers Say
"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Shane Ziegler"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