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 Artesia, CA
Chimney repair in Artesia usually comes down to earthquake damage, fifty-year-old clay tile flues, and fireplaces that sit idle for months before a cold snap. Hickory Chimney Sweep handles the full repair sequence: crack diagnosis, HeatShield resurfacing, DuraFlex relining, crown rebuilds, and cap replacement. We’re the crew you call when a home inspection flags the flue before escrow closes, or when you finally light a fire and the living room fills with smoke. Call (855) 554-2841.
Why Artesia Homes Are Different
Artesia’s housing stock runs almost entirely to single-story Ranch and Spanish-style homes built between the 1950s and 1970s. Most still have their original masonry fireplaces and clay tile flue liners. Clay tile was the standard then, and clay tile cracks. Fifty years of minor seismic settling, dry-wood termite activity in the framing around the chimney chase, and the simple fact that nobody thinks about a fireplace they’re not using means many Artesia flues have never been inspected since the day the house was built. We regularly pull creosote and debris out of flues that have gone twenty or thirty years without a look.
The climate shapes the work too. Artesia sits in the semi-arid LA Basin, where winters are mild and fireplaces get used a handful of times a year. That sounds easy, but it creates a specific failure pattern: long idle stretches let creosote harden and glaze, animals move into uncapped flues, and moisture works into crown cracks. Then a cold snap hits, the fireplace gets lit, and problems that had been quietly developing for years show up all at once.
One thing we see in the older streets off Pioneer Boulevard more than anywhere else in the area: earthquake damage from the 1987 Whittier Narrows quake. Homeowners often never noticed the hairline cracks that opened in brick mortar or the flue tile shifts that happened decades ago. Those cracks stay closed and invisible until heat and pressure finally open them, and then they become a carbon monoxide path into the house. Every Artesia chimney we service gets a close look for exactly that.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Artesia Services
Two services cover most of what Artesia homeowners call us for: the annual sweep that keeps a rarely used fireplace safe, and the dryer vent cleaning that addresses the other major appliance fire risk in the house. One call covers both.
Chimney Sweep in Artesia
An Artesia chimney sweep is about more than brushing soot. We inspect the flue for the earthquake cracks and clay tile deterioration this city’s housing stock is known for, remove creosote and any debris, and give you a straight answer on whether the fireplace is safe to use. If we find something that needs repair, we show you the camera footage and fix it ourselves instead of handing you a referral. Learn more about our Chimney Sweep in Artesia service.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Artesia
Dryer vents in 1950s-to-1970s Artesia homes are often long, narrow, and packed with lint after decades of use. That lint is fuel. Dryer vent fires are one of the leading causes of residential fires in the U.S., and the risk grows with older vent runs and flexible foil transitions that trap more lint. We clean the full vent run from dryer to exterior termination and confirm proper airflow. See our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Artesia page for 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 Artesia
Chimney repair in Artesia almost always starts with the same three discoveries: cracks from seismic settling, clay tile flue deterioration, or water damage at the crown and flashing. Homes here were built in an era when clay tile was the only liner option, and those liners crack under heat stress and earthquake movement. Most Artesia homeowners don’t know anything is wrong until an inspection finds it or a fire behaves strangely. That’s the repair work we do most often, and it’s the core of what we offer as a full-scope fire-safety company. You can read more about our repair scope on our Chimney Repair page.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You hear birds or animals in the flue, find nests or debris in the firebox, or see rain water running down the inside of the chimney.
What it costs in Artesia
Chimney cap installation in Artesia typically falls between $85 and $195 depending on the flue size and whether a custom stainless cap from Gelco or Olympia Chimney is required.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a cap that matches the venting type, secure it to the crown, and verify the spark screen mesh is intact.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, the mesh is torn or missing, or the cap has blown off in high wind and left the flue open.
What it costs in Artesia
Replacing an existing chimney cap in Artesia typically runs from $105 to $250, including removal of the old cap and disposal.
How we do it
We pull the old cap, inspect the flue beneath it for damage, and install a new cap rated for the same venting type with a secure mechanical or masonry anchor.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, dampness in the attic around the chimney chase, or visible gaps in the flashing where the chimney meets the roofline.
What it costs in Artesia
Chimney flashing repair in Artesia usually costs between $250 and $650 depending on how much of the existing flashing must be removed and replaced.
How we do it
We cut out the failed flashing, install new step and counter flashing in the proper overlapping sequence, and seal the transition so water cannot track down the chimney body.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown at the top of the chimney is cracked, spalled, or has pieces chipping off, and water is soaking into the chimney structure below.
What it costs in Artesia
Chimney crown repair in Artesia is priced by the lineal foot, typically $5 to $12 per foot depending on the extent of the damage and whether a full rebuild is needed.
How we do it
We assess the crown for structural failure, remove loose material, rebuild or resurface the crown with a proper overhang and drip edge, and seal it against moisture intrusion.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked clay tiles, missing mortar joints, or a flue size that no longer matches the appliance you’re using.
What it costs in Artesia
Chimney liner installation in Artesia typically falls between $1,500 and $4,500 when using a DuraFlex flexible liner system, with the final price driven by flue height and diameter.
How we do it
We run a camera to confirm the existing flue condition, select the correct DuraFlex liner size, pull the new liner through, insulate where required, and reconnect the appliance.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Artesia
| Item | Typical range in Artesia |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $85 – $195 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $105 – $250 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $650 |
| Chimney crown repair | $5 – $12 per lineal foot |
| Chimney liner installation (DuraFlex) | $1,500 – $4,500 |
Do I really need a new liner, or can the old one be patched?
If a camera inspection shows hairline cracks but the flue is otherwise structurally sound, HeatShield resurfacing can often restore it without a full liner replacement. But if tiles have shifted or fallen out of place, a patch won’t hold. We show you the camera footage before any recommendation. Call (855) 554-2841 for an honest read.
How long does chimney repair take in Artesia?
Most cap replacements and flashing repairs are done in a single visit. A full DuraFlex liner installation typically takes one workday from setup to final inspection. Crown work and HeatShield resurfacing may need a day or two. We book the work and tell you the schedule before we start. Call (855) 554-2841 to talk through your repair.
Brands We Service in Artesia
We stock and install HeatShield resurfacing material at the van level, so a damaged flue can often be sealed the same day we find it. Gelco and Olympia Chimney caps are kept in common Artesia flue sizes, which means less waiting on parts and quicker turnaround when a cap is rusted out or blown off. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Artesia |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $145 – $350 |
| Chimney crown repair | $5 – $12 per lineal foot |
| Chimney cap installation | $85 – $195 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $105 – $250 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $650 |
| Chimney liner installation (DuraFlex) | $1,500 – $4,500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $95 – $250 |
| Dryer vent repair | $150 – $500 |
| Dryer vent rerouting | $400 – $1,200 |
What pushes a price up in Artesia is usually liner condition and access. A two-story chimney on a Spanish-style home with a steep pitch costs more to work on than a single-story Ranch, and earthquake cracks that have spread through multiple flue tiles mean more HeatShield material and more labor. Every job is priced upfront in flat-rate form before we start, so you know the number before the work begins. No surprise add-ons.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Artesia
We work the full 90701 and 90702 zip codes, from the older Ranch streets off Pioneer Boulevard to the residential blocks around Artesia Park and the neighborhoods east toward the Cerritos border. Most Artesia jobs are booked within a week, and we batch appointments by area to keep response times short.
- Pioneer Boulevard corridor
- Artesia Park area
- East Artesia, toward Cerritos
- South Artesia, near the 91
- West Artesia, toward the Norwalk border
Service Area – Cities Near Artesia
From our base in South San Gabriel, we run a tight route through the Gateway Cities. Homeowners in Cerritos, CA, La Palma, CA, Hawaiian Gardens, CA, and Norwalk, CA call us for the same reason Artesia does: older housing stock, clay tile flues, and a fireplace that hasn’t been looked at in decades. If you’re in any of these cities, the service works the same way.
Serving Artesia, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Artesia 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 Artesia
Yes. We cover both Artesia zip codes, 90701 and 90702, including every residential street from the Cerritos border to the Norwalk side. There’s no part of this small city we don’t work, and we batch appointments by neighborhood to keep scheduling efficient.
Most chimney sweeps and cap replacements don’t require a permit. Full liner installations or structural crown rebuilds can, depending on the city’s current building department interpretation. We pull permits when the job calls for them and handle the paperwork from our end. Call (855) 554-2841 if you want a straight answer on your specific chimney before you book.
Most non-emergency repairs in Artesia are booked within a week. If a chimney cap has blown off and rain is entering the flue, or you suspect a carbon monoxide leak from a cracked liner, tell us when you call and we’ll prioritize it. Estimates are always free, and the phone number is (855) 554-2841.
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 Artesia Customers Say
"Honest people. That's getting rare."
— Danielle Rhodes"Weekend rate was higher, which they told me up front and I was fine with. What I wasn't expecting was for someone to actually come out on a Sunday."
— Nathan Pruitt"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