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 Temple City, CA
Chimney repair in Temple City usually comes down to one thing: houses built between the 1920s and 1960s with original masonry fireplaces that were never lined to modern standards. We’re Chimney Sweep Silver Lake, and we work on these older homes constantly – repairing crowns, replacing clay flue tiles with stainless liners, and fixing flashing before a small leak becomes a structural problem. The mild San Gabriel Valley climate means fireplaces sit idle for months, and that’s when cracked mortar and hidden flue damage go unnoticed. Call (866) 538-0809 for a free estimate. We answer 24/7, with fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm.
Why Temple City Homes Are Different
Temple City is a densely built suburb where single-story California ranches, Spanish bungalows, and postwar tract homes dominate. Most were built before 1960, and many still have their original brick or stone fireplaces with clay-tile flues. In our experience, a large share of these flues were installed without the stainless steel liners that are standard today. That matters because clay tiles crack over decades of heating and cooling cycles, and once they crack, heat and gases can reach the surrounding framing.
The climate shapes the work too. Fireplaces here see light, occasional use on cool winter evenings, not heavy all-season heating loads. Long idle periods mean debris, pest nests, and cracked mortar accumulate unnoticed. And because Temple City sits near the San Gabriel Mountains foothills, wildfire-season draft and ember concerns are a real part of the conversation. We also look at earthquake-era retrofit needs: older chimneys in this area often lack proper bracing, and that’s an inspection point every time we’re on a roof or in a firebox.
Styles & brands we work with
- Sweep & inspection
- Caps & crowns
- Flue relining
- Masonry repair
- Gas fireplace service
Our Main Temple City Services
Two calls come in more than any other from Temple City homeowners: one for chimneys that have not been cleaned in years, and one for dryers that are taking too long or running hot. Both are venting problems, and both carry fire risk when ignored. Here’s what each involves here.
Chimney Sweep in Temple City
On a typical Temple City sweep, we’re working on a 1950s ranch with an original open-hearth brick fireplace and a clay flue that has never been inspected. The job starts with camera inspection, then mechanical brushing, then a full report on what we found. We clean what’s there and tell you plainly if the flue needs a liner before the first winter fire. Full details are on our Chimney Sweep in Temple City page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Temple City
Temple City’s older homes often route dryer vents through tight crawl spaces or up through attics, and lint builds up faster in those long runs. A clogged vent means longer dry times, wasted energy, and a cooking lint fire waiting to happen. We clean the full run from dryer to exterior vent cap, check airflow, and verify the termination point is clear. See the Dryer Vent Cleaning in Temple City page for pricing and details.
Chimney Repair in Temple City
Chimney repair in Temple City often starts with a homeowner noticing water stains near the fireplace or a rusted damper, and it ends with us finding a cracked crown, failed flashing, or a clay flue that has spalled apart. The older ranches and bungalows here were built with materials that have now been through sixty to eighty years of San Gabriel Valley heat, occasional damp winters, and several earthquakes. Chimney Repair is the core of what we do, and in Temple City the most common repairs come down to five specific jobs.
We use industry-grade materials from brands like HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney – not off-the-shelf substitutes. When we recommend a repair, you will see the damage on camera before you approve anything.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Water dripping into the firebox, visible rust on the damper, or evidence that birds or rodents have been inside the flue.
What it costs in Temple City
A standard chimney cap installation in Temple City typically runs $240 – $500, with custom stainless caps on the higher end.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, mount the correct cap with mechanical fasteners, and seal the base so no water or embers can get through.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
Your existing cap is rusted through, blown loose by wind, or so corroded that the mesh no longer blocks embers.
What it costs in Temple City
Replacing an old or damaged cap in Temple City typically falls between $240 – $500, depending on flue size and cap material.
How we do it
We remove the failed cap, inspect the flue crown beneath it, and install a new cap that fits your flue dimensions precisely and is built to last in the San Gabriel Valley’s dry heat.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Spalled clay tiles spilling into the firebox, visible gaps in the flue, or the classic long-uninspected 1950s chimney that has never had a proper liner.
What it costs in Temple City
A stainless chimney liner installation in Temple City typically runs $2,900 – $8,000 depending on flue length, access, and whether we are relining an existing chimney or adding a liner where none existed.
How we do it
We size the liner to the flue, run it from the firebox up through the chimney, connect it properly, and seal the top plate so the entire system vents safely under positive draft.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, damp drywall in the attic around the chase, or visible gaps where the chimney meets the roofline.
What it costs in Temple City
Chimney flashing repair in Temple City typically runs $450 – $950, though the final number depends on how much of the old flashing can be salvaged and how steep the roofline is.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, inspect the roof penetration, and install step and counter flashing with proper overlap and sealant, so water sheds away from the chimney instead of into the house.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracked or spalling concrete on top of the chimney, water staining on the exterior brick below the crown, or mortar joints that have started to crumble at the top of the stack.
What it costs in Temple City
Chimney crown repair in Temple City typically runs $650 – $1,200, depending on whether we can patch and seal the existing crown or need to rebuild it entirely.
How we do it
We clean and prepare the surface, repair cracks with a flexible crown sealer, and in severe cases pour a new concrete crown with proper overhang so water drops away from the brick.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Temple City
| Item | Typical range in Temple City |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $240 – $500 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $240 – $500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,900 – $8,000 |
Every repair starts with a camera inspection, and you see exactly what we see. Your written estimate sets the final price before we start.
Do I really need a new liner, or is this an upsell?
If your clay flue is cracked, spalled, or was never lined, yes – it needs a liner. We show you the camera footage of the damage before recommending anything. Call (866) 538-0809 for an honest assessment.
How do I know if my Temple City chimney needs flashing repair or crown repair?
Water staining near the chimney usually means flashing; cracking at the top of the chimney means crown. We diagnose both on the same visit and show you photo evidence. Call (866) 538-0809 to schedule.
Brands We Service in Temple City
We work with recognized industry brands, not whatever is on clearance at the local hardware store. In Temple City we commonly install and work with HeatShield for liner resurfacing, Gelco and Olympia Chimney caps, and Famco components. Parts are stocked for common jobs, so most repairs can be completed in one visit. See our brands for the full breakdown of what we carry and why it holds up here.
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| Service | Typical range in Temple City |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $225 – $400 |
| Chimney cap installation | $240 – $500 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $240 – $500 |
| Chimney crown repair | $650 – $1,200 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $450 – $950 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,900 – $8,000 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $285 |
Two things push prices up in Temple City: roof pitch on the older Spanish and Mediterranean bungalows, and flue access on houses that have been added onto over the decades. Every job gets a written estimate before we start, and that estimate is the price you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Temple City
We work across all of Temple City, including the 91780 areas. Typical response for a scheduled job is same day or next day depending on our route, and we route calls by neighborhood so we can usually bunch jobs efficiently. We regularly serve:
- The original tract neighborhoods near Temple City High School
- The ranches and bungalows east of Rosemead Boulevard
- Homes near Live Oak Park and the surrounding blocks
- The newer infill rebuilds west of Baldwin Avenue
- Older sections along Las Tunas Drive and Cloverly Avenue
If you’re not sure whether you’re in our response area, call (866) 538-0809. We answer 24/7, and we’ll tell you plainly whether we can get there and when.
Service Area – Cities Near Temple City
While this page covers Temple City specifically, our crews also serve the surrounding San Gabriel Valley communities. If you’re in South Pasadena, CA, Bell, CA, Echo Park, CA, or Silver Lake, CA, the same chimney repair, sweeping, and dryer vent services apply. The housing stock differs slightly from one city to the next, but the material standards and camera-first inspection approach stay the same.
Serving Temple City, CA – Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Temple City 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 Temple City
We answer 24/7, and crews dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. A call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening. Most Temple City repairs are scheduled within one to two days of the call. Call (866) 538-0809 to get on the schedule.
Most repointing, crown repair, cap work, and liner replacement does not require a permit, but structural rebuilds or full chimney teardowns often do. The City of Temple City building department makes the final call, and we’ll tell you if your job looks like it crosses the line before we quote it.
Yes. We work throughout the city, from the older tracts near Las Tunas to the newer rebuilds and everything in between. If you are in Temple City or immediate surrounding streets, we cover it. Call (866) 538-0809 and we’ll confirm your address and a dispatch window.
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 Temple City 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."
- Destiny Grant"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
- Marco Morales"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."
- Eric Walsh