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 Compton, CA
Chimney repair in Compton usually means working on masonry fireplaces built between 1945 and 1965, when the city’s housing stock went up fast. Most of these flues hold up structurally, but cracked crowns, rusted dampers, and abandoned gas-conversion venting show up constantly on the east side near the 710 corridor. We start every Compton job with a camera inspection, because the real problem is rarely the soot you can see. If you’re dealing with a fireplace that leaks, smokes back, or hasn’t been opened in years, call Limestone Chimney Sweep at (855) 341-5439 for a straight diagnosis and a fixed quote before we touch anything.
Why Compton Homes Are Different
Compton’s chimney stock is overwhelmingly mid-century tract housing. The 1940s and 1950s subdivisions south of Rosecrans and along Alameda were framed fast during the postwar boom, and the fireplaces in those homes went in as original construction, not additions. Most use brick masonry chimneys with clay tile flue liners, and a meaningful number were sealed, bricked over, or converted to gas logs during the 1970s energy crunch when firewood got expensive and gas was cheap. A “chimney cleaning” call in Compton often starts with us figuring out whether there’s actually a functional flue behind the wall.
The climate changes the work too. Compton gets almost no freezing, so the freeze-thaw spalling you see in mountain towns isn’t the issue here. What the dry heat and Santa Ana winds do is bake chimney crowns until they crack, let mortar joints dry out, and fill neglected flues with fine soot, leaves, and bird nests. When the rare heavy rain does hit, water gets through those cracks and stains ceilings before anyone connects it to the chimney. Homeowners who heat with fireplaces only a few weeks each year tend not to notice a deteriorating chimney until something fails visibly.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Compton Services
Most Compton homeowners call us for one of two reasons: a fireplace that hasn’t been swept in years, or a dryer vent that an inspector or appliance tech flagged as restricted. Both are fire-safety issues, and both get the same camera inspection standard.
Chimney Sweep in Compton
In Compton, a sweep is less about heavy creosote and more about clearing what the dry season pushes into the flue: soot, leaves, bird nests, and sometimes a fallen damper. Many homes on the east side have original 1950s fireplaces that were fitted with gas inserts, and the flue behind them hasn’t seen a brush in decades. We sweep, inspect with a camera, and tell you plainly whether the fireplace is safe to run as-is or needs repair first. Chimney Sweep in Compton
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Compton
Dryer vents in Compton’s older single-story homes are often short runs to the exterior, but lint still compacts at the first bend and around the louver flap. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior cap, check for crushed or disconnected sections, and verify the termination is clear. When a vent is shared with a chimney chase or runs through an attic, the fire risk climbs and so does the need for a proper cleanout. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Compton
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 Compton
Repair work in Compton centers on chimneys that are structurally fine but weather-damaged or unsafe to vent. Cracked crowns, rusted-out dampers, failed flashing, and clay liners with snapped sections are what we see most in the 90220 through 90224 ZIP codes. The dry climate hides water damage for years, so by the time a homeowner notices a stain or a smell, the chimney usually needs more than a patch. Limestone Chimney Sweep carries the materials to fix what we find, including named, warrantied components from brands like Copperfield and DuraFlex, and we approach every repair as a restore-the-system job rather than a quick cover-up. Our full Chimney Repair service covers everything from caps to liners.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Birds or squirrels in the flue, rain getting into the firebox, or visible rusted metal where a cap used to sit.
What it costs in Compton
Expect to pay roughly $300 to $900 for a standard stainless steel cap installed, depending on flue size and access.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a Copperfield or comparable cap rated for your tile size, secure it to the crown, and verify the mesh won’t clog with Compton’s fine wind-blown soot.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
An existing cap with rust-through, missing mesh, or a mounting that’s come loose in the wind.
What it costs in Compton
Replacement runs about $350 to $900 depending on whether the old mounting can be reused and how large the cap needs to be.
How we do it
We remove the failed cap, inspect the crown underneath, install the new cap with mechanical fasteners, and confirm the top is sealed so rain can’t sneak under the base.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Clay tiles cracked and falling into the smoke chamber, a gas appliance venting into an unlined flue, or a failed level-2 inspection flagging the liner as unsafe.
What it costs in Compton
Budget $2,500 to $6,000 for a full liner install, with HeatShield restoration running $1,500 to $3,000 when the existing flue is salvageable.
How we do it
We camera the flue first, size the proper DuraFlex liner or HeatShield application, and install from top down with a connection at the appliance, then do a final camera pass to show you the finished work.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
A water stain on the ceiling near the fireplace after rain, or visible gaps and lifted metal where the chimney meets the roofline.
What it costs in Compton
Figure $350 to $900 for a standard flashing repair or replacement on a single-story Compton roof.
How we do it
We strip the old flashing, check the mortar joints underneath, install new step and counter flashing overlapped correctly, and seal the transition so water runs away from the chase.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Compton
| Item | Typical range in Compton |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $900 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $6,000 |
| HeatShield liner restoration | $1,500 – $3,000 |
Can you repair a chimney from the 1950s without rebuilding it?
Usually, yes. The brickwork in Compton’s mid-century homes often outlasts the liner and cap. We restore from the inside with HeatShield when the clay tiles are cracked, and only recommend masonry rebuilds when the structure itself has moved or spalled badly. Call (855) 341-5439 for a camera inspection before you assume the worst.
Does a gas-converted fireplace still need chimney repair?
It does. Many Compton homes converted wood fireplaces to gas decades ago, and the original flue is still the vent. If that flue is unlined or the liner is cracked, gas exhaust can leak into the wall cavity. Call us to verify the vent path end to end.
Brands We Service in Compton
We stock and install Copperfield caps and dampers, DuraFlex liners, and Gelco components, so repairs in Compton don’t wait on a parts order for weeks. HeatShield liner restoration goes from camera inspection to cured application with no excavation. See our brands for the full material list.
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| Service | Typical range in Compton |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard) | $249 – $375 |
| Camera inspection | $175 – $300 |
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $900 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,000 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $6,000 |
| HeatShield liner restoration | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150 – $325 |
Roof pitch and access are the two biggest price movers in Compton. Homes with low-slope roofs and easy ladder access cost less; two-story additions or chimneys crammed close to the property line push the number toward the top of each range. Every quote is a flat price agreed before we start, so the number we give you on the phone is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Compton
Our trucks run throughout Compton’s residential grid, from the older blocks around Civic Center and Richland Farms to the postwar tracts off Long Beach Boulevard and the subdivisions near the 91. We know which neighborhoods still have original masonry fireplaces and which are mostly 1980s infill with prefab metal units.
- Richland Farms
- Sunny Cove
- Civic Center
- Lueders Park
- North Compton
Response time across Compton is typically within a few business days for sweeps and inspections; liner and repair jobs are scheduled on a slightly longer horizon.
Service Area – Cities Near Compton
Beyond Compton, Limestone Chimney Sweep serves the surrounding South LA corridor, including East Rancho Dominguez, CA, Carson, CA, West Carson, CA, and Lynwood, CA. The same crew, the same camera inspection standard, and the same flat-price policy apply across our full service area.
Serving Compton, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Compton 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 Compton
For a standard sweep or camera inspection, we can usually schedule within two to four business days across Compton’s ZIP codes. Repair jobs that need parts, like liner installation or custom flashings, may take a week or two to slot in. Call (855) 341-5439 and we’ll give you a real window, not a vague promise.
Most sweep, cap, and liner work doesn’t require a permit; re-lining and restoration are considered maintenance of the existing flue. Major masonry rebuilds may trigger a permit in unincorporated or HOA-governed parts of the city, and we’ll tell you if your specific job qualifies before we start. Call us for a straight answer.
We run a regular route through Compton, including the 90220 through 90224 ZIP codes, and we’re set up to quote and schedule directly for this city. The phone number on this page rings our office, not a call center. Call (855) 341-5439 and ask for the Compton schedule.
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 Compton Customers Say
"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Bethany Pruitt"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."
— Neil Hayes"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Christine Kim