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 Westwood, CA
Chimney repair in Westwood, CA is not optional maintenance, it’s winter survival. Homes here in Lassen County sit above 5,000 feet where cordwood is the primary heat source through long, snow-heavy seasons, and older flues take a beating from constant use. Hickory Chimney Sweep has served Westwood since 2013. We handle cracked liners, failing caps, and leaking flashing so your heat keeps working when the snow piles up. Call (855) 554-2841 when you need a real fix, not a referral.
Why Westwood Homes Are Different
Westwood was built as a lumber town, and much of its housing stock still reflects that early-to-mid 20th century era. Single-story wood-frame homes dominate, many with freestanding wood stoves feeding into aged masonry or factory-built chimneys. These systems were installed decades ago, sometimes before modern liner standards existed, and they run hard from October through April. Creosote builds faster here than in valley climates because the fire never really stops, and the temperature swings between a hot flue and freezing Sierra nights stress mortar joints and metal components in ways coastal chimneys never experience.
The 96137 zip code covers a scattered area where a chimney problem in February can strand a household without heat. That’s not a scheduling inconvenience, it’s a genuine emergency when the outside temperature drops below zero. We plan our Westwood work around the reality that fall inspections and sweeps need to be completed before the first deep snow makes some driveways and roof access points far more difficult. Spring brings a different urgency: wildfire season. Spark screens, caps, and clean flues become the difference between a contained fire and a spark that starts something much worse in dry forest country.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Westwood Services
Most Westwood homeowners call us first about two jobs: getting the chimney swept before burning season, and clearing the dryer vent that’s been ignored since the last fire scare. Both are fire-safety work, and both are covered in detail on their own pages.
Chimney Sweep in Westwood
A proper sweep in Westwood means removing creosote that has accumulated through a full season of daily wood burning, not just a light dusting. High-elevation cold makes fires burn slower and cooler, which produces more creosote per cord than you’d see in lower, warmer climates. We inspect the flue as we clean, checking for cracks and blockages that become dangerous when the stove runs around the clock. For the full scope of what a Westwood sweep includes, see Chimney Sweep in Westwood.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Westwood
Dryer vent cleaning matters here because mountain homes often have longer vent runs through cold attics and exterior walls, which means lint piles up faster and dries harder than in shorter urban vents. A clogged dryer vent is one of the leading causes of residential fires in the United States, and in a wood-frame Westwood house, that risk is amplified by the age and dryness of the structure. We run professional equipment through the full vent length and show you what came out. See Dryer Vent Cleaning in Westwood for pricing and details.
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 Westwood
Chimney repair in Westwood means something specific: old flues, tired mortar, and stovepipe runs that were installed before modern safety standards. Many homes here still heat with original 1940s and 1950s chimneys that have seen decades of full-season burning, and the freeze-thaw cycle at 5,000 feet opens cracks that let heat and gases escape into wall cavities. When we find damage during a sweep, we fix it ourselves using professional-grade materials like HeatShield resurfacing and DuraFlex liners, so the problem is resolved on the spot rather than handed off to a third party. Our full Chimney Repair service covers everything from minor crown patching to full relining.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You see rust flakes around the top of the chimney or you’re missing the cap entirely, which lets rain, snow, and embers into the flue year-round.
What it costs in Westwood
Chimney cap installation in Westwood typically runs $200 to $350 depending on flue size and whether a custom bracket is needed for an older masonry chimney.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, install the correct stainless steel cap with a secure mechanical fastening system, and confirm the spark screen is properly seated for wildfire season.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
You’re seeing cracked flue tiles during an inspection, noticing draft problems that weren’t there before, or finding brick dust at the base of the chimney.
What it costs in Westwood
A DuraFlex flexible liner installation in Westwood typically costs $1,800 to $2,800 for a single-story home, with taller or more complex runs pushing toward the upper end.
How we do it
We run a camera through the existing flue to confirm the damage, size the new liner to the appliance, and pull a professional-grade stainless steel liner down the full length before sealing both ends.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You’ve got water stains on the ceiling near the chimney or damp spots on the wall where the chimney passes through the roofline after a snow melt.
What it costs in Westwood
Flashing repair in Westwood generally runs $400 to $700 depending on whether we’re resealing a small section or replacing damaged metal around the full perimeter.
How we do it
We remove the old sealant, inspect the metal for rust-through, install new flashing where needed, and use a high-heat roofing sealant rated for Sierra temperature swings.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown at the top of the chimney is cracked, spalling, or missing chunks, which lets water seep into the masonry and freeze-thaw damage accelerate.
What it costs in Westwood
Crown repair in Westwood typically costs $350 to $600 when we catch the damage early with a new concrete cap and proper overhang.
How we do it
We remove the deteriorated material, form and pour a new crown with a drip edge, and add a waterproofing treatment that holds up through Westwood’s cold winters.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Westwood
| Item | Typical range in Westwood |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $350 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $600 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $700 |
| Chimney liner installation (DuraFlex) | $1,800 – $2,800 |
How long does chimney repair take in Westwood?
Most cap, crown, and flashing repairs are completed in a single visit, usually two to four hours on site. A full DuraFlex liner installation typically takes one full day, and we schedule it before the heating season so you’re not without heat when temperatures drop.
Can you repair my chimney in winter?
Yes, but weather shapes the schedule. Snow and ice make roof access unsafe and concrete work won’t cure properly in freezing temperatures. We prioritize fall repairs so your system is solid before the snow starts, and we hold emergency slots for Westwood households that lose heat mid-season. Call (855) 554-2841 and we’ll tell you honestly whether the work can wait for a thaw.
Brands We Service in Westwood
We work with professional-trade materials you won’t find on a hardware store shelf: DuraFlex liner systems, HeatShield resurfacing, Copperfield caps and dampers, and Gelco termination components. We keep these in stock for Westwood jobs rather than ordering per project, which keeps turnaround tight. See our brands for the full roster.
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| Service | Typical range in Westwood |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard cleaning) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $350 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $200 – $350 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $600 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $700 |
| Chimney liner installation (DuraFlex) | $1,800 – $2,800 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $250 |
Prices in Westwood run slightly higher than valley markets because of the travel distance, the age and condition of the housing stock, and the reality that many roof access points require extra equipment on steep or snow-slick surfaces. We give you a firm, flat price before any work begins, and we don’t add charges for materials after the fact.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Westwood
We cover the full 96137 zip code and the surrounding Lassen County communities that rely on Westwood as their service hub. Most of our Westwood calls come from homes in these areas:
- Westwood town center and the original lumber-town grid
- Clear Creek and the Pine Town area
- Homes along Highway 36 toward Susanville
- Lake Almanor Basin and the West Shore
- Mountain Meadows Reservoir and the surrounding ranch roads
Response time for most Westwood appointments is within the same week, with fall sweep slots filling fast. We hold a short list of urgent repair openings for households whose primary heat has gone down.
Service Area – Cities Near Westwood
Hickory Chimney Sweep serves Westwood and the surrounding mountain communities throughout Lassen County and into the neighboring foothills. We regularly travel to Tujunga, CA, La Crescenta-Montrose, CA, North Hollywood, CA, and Sherman Oaks, CA, bringing the same fire-safety expertise to each home regardless of whether the heat source is a wood stove or a gas insert.
Serving Westwood, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Westwood 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 Westwood
We respond to Westwood heating emergencies as quickly as mountain roads and weather allow, and we keep same-week slots available during the fall and winter peak. If your primary heat is out and the chimney is the problem, call (855) 554-2841 directly rather than leaving a message, and we’ll tell you exactly when we can be there.
Most chimney repairs and liner installations do not require a local permit in Lassen County when they’re replacements or repairs to existing systems, not new construction. We handle this for you and tell you up front if your specific job falls under a permit requirement.
Schedule in September or early October. Once the first deep snow arrives, roof access gets slower and more dangerous, and fall slots fill weeks in advance because every Westwood household that heats with wood is trying to get the same thing done before winter. Get on the calendar early, and you’ll be burning safely by the time the real cold sets in.
If you heat with wood in Westwood, your chimney is doing real work every single day. Don’t wait until a crack becomes a fire or a clog becomes a carbon monoxide problem. Call Hickory Chimney Sweep at (855) 554-2841 for a free estimate and we’ll inspect, clean, and repair whatever we find using professional-grade materials built for hard Sierra winters.
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 Westwood 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."
— Beatriz Hernandez"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Allen Tran"Older house, weird setup, previous owner did some creative things. He didn't sigh or roll his eyes, he just figured it out. Took him a while but he got there."
— Luis Castillo