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 Paramount, CA
Chimney repair in Paramount usually starts with a cracked crown or a deteriorating clay tile liner, and most jobs we see trace back to the same thing: decades of ground settling under compact postwar stucco homes. Paramount sits in southeast LA County’s industrial belt, where homes built in the 1950s and 60s carry masonry fireplaces that were never designed for heavy use but often get worked hard every winter. We handle the full repair scope, from WaterShield crown sealing to full relining with DuraFlex flexible liner systems. Call (855) 554-2841 when you spot a problem, or when you just want a second set of eyes before burning season starts.
Why Paramount Homes Are Different
Paramount’s housing stock is dominated by small-lot stucco tract homes built between 1945 and 1965. Those original masonry chimneys have aged clay tile liners, shallow fireboxes, and exterior stacks that sit exposed to decades of seismic settling. Hairline cracks in stucco chimney stacks are common in ZIP 90723, and they let water into the flue system long before a homeowner ever sees a water stain on the ceiling. We also see a meaningful number of rentals and multi-unit properties where maintenance got deferred for years. That means a “routine” sweep in Paramount often uncovers problems that have been building quietly: spalling brick, rusted dampers, or a flue that is already too far gone for surface repairs. The dry, mild climate means fireplaces sit unused for months, then get lit the first cold night in November with a flue full of soot, bird nests, and leaf debris. Every sweep here starts with a check for blockages, because in Paramount, the first fire of the season is the one most likely to smoke out the living room.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Paramount Services
Most Paramount homeowners call us for one of two reasons: the fireplace is smoking or smells, or the dryer vent has not been cleaned in years. Both are fire-safety issues, and both are covered by the same crew.
Chimney Sweep in Paramount
A chimney sweep in Paramount is rarely a quick brush-through. The dry season leaves flues packed with soot, nests, and fine debris, and the older clay liners in these tract homes need a careful hand so the sweeping does not damage what is left of the liner. We inspect as we sweep, and when we find cracked crowns or failing mortar joints on the exterior stack, we tell you the same day. If the flue is in good shape, you get a clean chimney and a clear report. Chimney Sweep in Paramount
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Paramount
Dryer vents in Paramount’s compact tract homes tend to run long and make sharp turns, which makes them prime spots for lint buildup. That lint is the leading cause of dryer fires in the U.S., and it builds fastest in homes where the dryer runs daily for a big family. We clean the full vent run, from the dryer connection to the exterior termination, and check the exterior cap for blockages. One call covers both chimney and dryer vent work. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Paramount
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 Paramount
Chimney repair in Paramount is heavily focused on the exterior stack and the flue liner. The original clay tile liners in these 1950s and 60s tract homes crack under decades of heat cycling and ground movement, and once a liner cracks, the chimney is no longer safe to burn. Exterior stucco cracks let water in, and water plus heat equals spalling brick and rusted components inside. We repair what we can in place using HeatShield resurfacing, and when the damage is too far along, we reline with DuraFlex flexible liner systems. If you need chimney work done right by a crew that actually performs the repair, not just documents it, Chimney Repair is our core trade.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rainwater pooling in the firebox, birds nesting in the flue, or a persistent musty smell from the fireplace all point to a missing or failed chimney cap.
What it costs in Paramount
Chimney cap installation in Paramount typically runs $175 to $275 for a standard Famco or Copperfield cap, installed and sealed.
How we do it
We measure the flue tile, select a stainless steel cap sized for the tile, anchor it to the crown with masonry fasteners, and seal the base against water entry.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracks in the concrete crown, chunks of mortar missing from the top of the stack, or water staining on the ceiling near the fireplace all mean the crown has failed.
What it costs in Paramount
Chimney crown repair in Paramount ranges from $350 to $600 for a full crown reseal, depending on the size of the crown and how much of the old mortar needs removal.
How we do it
We grind out cracked or loose mortar, rebuild the crown with a water-resistant bond coat, and float a new crown surface so water sheds away from the flue opening.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Paramount
| Item | Typical range in Paramount |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $175 – $275 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $3,200 |
Do I need a new liner, or can the old one be repaired?
If the clay tile liner has only minor surface cracks, HeatShield resurfacing can often restore it without a full replacement. When the liner is broken through, shifted, or missing sections, a DuraFlex liner is the safe fix.
Can you fix a cracked chimney crown the same day?
Yes, crown repair is usually a single-day job in Paramount, weather permitting. We remove failed mortar, rebuild the crown surface, and by the next morning it is ready for rain.
Brands We Service in Paramount
We stock and install chimney caps from Famco and Copperfield, and we use HeatShield resurfacing for cracked flue liners and DuraFlex flexible liner systems for full relines. These are the same brands certified chimney contractors specify, not hardware-store generics. Parts are on the truck, so most Paramount repairs happen in one visit. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Paramount |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $149 – $249 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $89 – $149 |
| Chimney cap installation | $175 – $275 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $175 – $275 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $600 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $3,200 |
| HeatShield resurfacing | $1,200 – $2,500 |
In Paramount, prices get pushed up when the exterior stack has extensive stucco cracking that needs repair before the chimney work, or when we find a liner that is fully separated and must be extracted rather than resurfaced. Every job is quoted as a flat price before any work begins, and the price you approve is the price you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Paramount
We work all of ZIP 90723, from the residential blocks south of Somerset Boulevard to the streets around Paramount High School and the neighborhoods along the Los Angeles River corridor. We also handle calls in the older tract areas near Orange Avenue and the mixed-use blocks closer to the industrial edge. Our standard response window for Paramount is one to three business days, and we batch calls by area so we are not driving across the county between appointments.
- Paramount Park area
- Clearwater neighborhood
- Hayter tract
- Orange Avenue corridor
- South Paramount near the 105
Service Area – Cities Near Paramount
Our crews cover Paramount and the surrounding southeast LA County cities. We regularly run calls in Bellflower, CA, Lynwood, CA, East Rancho Dominguez, CA, and Downey, CA. If you are on the border of Paramount and one of these cities, call us and we will confirm coverage for your address.
Serving Paramount, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Paramount 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 Paramount
Our standard response window for Paramount is one to three business days. During the fall rush, we prioritize homes that have already had a fire or a visible problem, so call early if you want a sweep before Thanksgiving.
Most crown repair, cap installation, and liner resurfacing in Paramount does not require a city permit because the work stays within the existing chimney structure. Full masonry rebuilding or adding a new fireplace would trigger permit review, and we will tell you if your job falls into that category before we start.
Yes. Those post-war masonry chimneys with clay tile liners are exactly what we work on most in Paramount. The liners crack with age, the crowns erode, and the exterior stucco cracks with ground movement. We are set up to repair all of it in place.
Call Hickory Chimney Sweep at (855) 554-2841 for a free estimate on any chimney or dryer vent work in Paramount. We will give you a flat price before the job starts, and you will see the problem for yourself with our camera inspection.
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 Paramount 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."
— Dina Najjar"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Marisol Vargas"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Rachel Hayes