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: a clay tile flue from the 1940s that has finally cracked, or a chimney cap that got dislodged by the same Santa Ana winds that push twigs and squirrel nests down into the flue. We handle both, and everything else in your chimney system, from the crown to the firebox. Ashford Chimney Sweep has worked Burbank’s mix of Spanish Revival bungalows, ranch tracts, and hillside homes since 2012. Call (833) 589-9860 for a free estimate.
Why Burbank Homes Are Different
Burbank’s housing stock skews older than most of the San Fernando Valley. The flat neighborhoods near downtown and Magnolia Park, especially in 91501 and 91505, are full of 1920s and 1930s California bungalows and Spanish Revival homes built with original brick fireplaces and clay tile flues. Those flues are now eighty to a hundred years old. Clay tile joints crack, mortar erodes, and the flue becomes a path for heat and gases to reach wood framing. On the east side, in 91504 and the ranch tracts, you see more factory-built fireplaces from the 1950s and 60s, many of which have had gas log sets or inserts added over the years. The inserts often don’t match the original flue size, which is why we recommend a camera inspection before any sweep.
The climate creates its own timetable. Burbank’s summers are hot and dry, and the fireplaces sit unused for months. When the first cold evening arrives in late fall, people light a fire and discover a flue packed with debris or an animal nest. The hills above Olive Ave and near the Verdugo foothills have a resident squirrel and bird population that treats uncapped chimneys as housing. Santa Ana winds knock caps loose, and winter rains drive water into the exposed mortar. What starts as a small crack in a crown becomes spalling brick and a deteriorating flue within a couple of rainy seasons.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
Our Main Burbank Services
Two services make up most of what Burbank homeowners call us for: chimney sweeping to keep the flue clear and drafting, and dryer vent cleaning to remove the lint that causes thousands of house fires each year. Each has its own dedicated Burbank page below.
Chimney Sweep in Burbank
Burbank’s older flues need more than a brush run. A proper sweep here starts with a visual check of the cap, crown, and brick, then a camera run to see what the flue tile actually looks like after decades of heat cycling. Gas log sets, which are common in the hills above Olive Ave, produce acidic condensation that eats mortar joints even though there is no visible soot. We remove the creosote, animal debris, and blockages, then give you a clear report on what we found. Chimney Sweep in Burbank covers the full process, typical costs, and what to expect from the first call to the final report.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Burbank
Dryer vents in Burbank homes run through walls and crawl spaces where lint accumulates out of sight. The warm, dry air means lint stays dry and combustible. If your dryer takes longer than one cycle to dry a load, or if the outside vent flap doesn’t open when the dryer runs, the vent is partially blocked. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior termination, remove the built-up lint, and check the duct for separations or kinks. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Burbank explains the process, the fire risk, and what Burbank homeowners typically pay.
Chimney Repair in Burbank
Most chimney repairs in Burbank come back to the age of the house. A 1930s Spanish Revival or bungalow on the flat streets still has its original clay tile flue, and clay tile eventually cracks under decades of heating and cooling cycles. A cracked flue tile is a fire hazard because it exposes the chimney’s interior to the framing around it. The other common repair is a missing or damaged chimney cap on a hillside home, where Santa Ana winds and squirrels work together to dislodge caps and pack flues with debris. Chimney Repair is the service we build our whole business around, because a sweep that finds a problem and leaves you to find someone else to fix it is only half a job.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You hear birds or animals in the flue, see twigs falling into the firebox, or notice water stains on the ceiling near the chimney.
What it costs in Burbank
A new chimney cap in Burbank typically runs $180 to $340 installed, depending on the flue size and whether a custom bracket is needed.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a stainless or copper cap matched to the flue tile size, secure it to the crown, and verify the draft is unchanged.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown has visible cracks, chunks are missing, or water pools on top of the chimney after rain.
What it costs in Burbank
Crown repair in Burbank usually falls between $400 and $700, depending on whether it’s a patch job or a full recast with a proper overhang.
How we do it
We clean the crown, remove loose material, build a form for the proper slope, and pour a new crown that sheds water away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Burbank
| Item | Typical range in Burbank |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $700 |
| Flashing repair | $250 – $500 |
How often should I have my Burbank chimney repaired or inspected?
Have the chimney swept and inspected once a year, even if you only use it a few times. Repair issues caught early cost less than the damage they cause if left through a rainy season.
Can you repair a chimney liner without tearing out the whole chimney?
Yes. HeatShield ceramic restorative can resurface a cracked clay liner from the inside, and DuraFlex stainless liners can be installed without demolishing brick. We’ll show you camera footage of what’s actually wrong before recommending anything.
Brands We Service in Burbank
We stock and install professional trade components that are not available at consumer retail stores: HeatShield ceramic restorative for liner repairs, Gelco caps that survive Burbank’s wind, and venting and crown products from Olympia Chimney and Famco. For the full list, see our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Burbank |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $190 – $280 |
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $220 – $380 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $700 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $5,500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $220 |
| Video camera inspection | $99 |
Burbank prices run slightly higher on hillside homes where roof access is steeper and crews need extra safety setup. Every job gets a written estimate before any work starts.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Burbank
We work across all of Burbank, from the flat bungalow streets of Magnolia Park to the hillside roads above Olive Ave. Typical response time for Burbank calls is one to two days, depending on the season and the job type.
- Magnolia Park
- Downtown Burbank
- Rancho Adjacent
- Verdugo foothills
- 91504 east side ranches
Service Area – Cities Near Burbank
We serve Burbank and the surrounding San Fernando Valley and Verdugo communities. Nearby service areas include North Hollywood, CA, Toluca Lake, CA, NoHo Arts District, CA, and Glendale, CA.
Serving Burbank, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Burbank and nearby communities. Use the map below to see the area we cover. If you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Burbank
Routine sweeping and dryer vent cleaning do not require permits. Structural repairs, liner replacement, or cap installation may require a building permit. We’ll tell you during the estimate whether your job needs one, and we handle the process from start to finish.
Most Burbank calls get a crew on site within one to two days. Call (833) 589-9860 and we will schedule from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. We answer 24/7.
Yes. We work the flat neighborhoods, the ranch tracts on the east side, and the hillside streets above Olive Ave where roof access and ventilation differ from the valley floor.
If your Burbank chimney needs a sweep, a repair, or a camera inspection before you make any decisions, call (833) 589-9860 for a free estimate. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday.
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
"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."
- Gabriela Salazar"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."
- Nicole Reed"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."
- Luis Morales