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 Upland, CA
Chimney repair in Upland usually means one of two things: a cracked clay-tile flue in a 1920s bungalow near downtown, or a rusted factory-built metal chimney cap up in the 91784 foothills. Chestnut Chimney Sweep has served Upland since 2012, and we see the same pattern every season. Homes here sit idle through long dry summers, then get used hard during short winter cold snaps. Dust and debris blow down from the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest, packing into caps and flues that haven’t been inspected in years. Call (855) 360-4975 if you haven’t had a look inside your chimney this decade.
Why Upland Homes Are Different
Upland’s housing stock spans a century of building methods, and that changes what we find on every job. The older Craftsman and Spanish Colonial bungalows near downtown were built with masonry fireplaces and original clay-tile flues. Those tiles crack over time, and the mortar joints between them erode. We regularly find flues in these homes that were never relined, even though the fireplace still gets lit on chilly December nights. Meanwhile, the tract developments built from the 1980s through the 2000s in north and east Upland typically use factory-built metal flue systems. Those don’t crack like clay, but their caps rust, and their galvanized components can warp during Santa Ana wind events.
The climate works against these systems in a specific way. Upland is hot and dry for most of the year. Chimneys sit unused from roughly April through October. Then a cold front or wind event pushes people to light fires, sometimes the same week the first Santa Ana blows through. That’s when dust, leaves, and the occasional bird nest get pulled into the flue or shoved against the cap. In the foothill neighborhoods of 91784, we see more nests and wind-packed debris than anywhere else in the city. The older downtown homes in 91786 tend to have creosote combined with degrading clay liners. Both are fixable, but they need different approaches.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Upland Services
Most Upland homeowners call us about two things: a chimney they haven’t had cleaned or inspected in years, and a dryer that’s suddenly taking twice as long to dry a load. Here’s how each works in Upland’s climate and housing stock.
Chimney Sweep in Upland
A chimney sweep in Upland is less about heavy creosote and more about clearing what the wind and idle months put into the flue. In the 91784 foothills, we pull out bird nests, leaves, and fine dust packed against the cap. In older downtown homes, we remove creosote buildup and check clay liners for cracks before the fireplace gets used. A full safety check comes with every sweep, including the damper, cap, crown, and flashing. Learn more about what’s included on our Chimney Sweep in Upland page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Upland
Dryer vent cleaning in Upland is a fire-safety service, not an add-on. Lint builds up faster in dry inland air, and when the vent gets restricted, the dryer runs hotter and longer. That’s when the risk climbs. We check the full vent run, clear blockages, and verify the termination point is clear of the dust and debris that Santa Ana winds push around. The work is backed by our Famco venting knowledge, because the parts matter as much as the labor. Details on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Upland page.
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 Upland
Chimney repair in Upland splits along housing age. The pre-war bungalows and Spanish Colonials near downtown in 91786 commonly have original clay-tile flues that are now cracked, spalled, or missing mortar joints. Those need relining before they’re safe to light. The newer tract homes in north and east Upland more often need cap replacement after wind damage, or flashing repair where the roof line meets the chimney. Either way, the fix starts with a camera inspection so you can see exactly what’s wrong before we touch anything. Chestnut Chimney Sweep specifies the right liner, cap, or repair product for your system by name. See our full Chimney Repair hub for details on every repair type we handle.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You have no cap at all, or the existing cap is rusted through, missing sections, or letting rain and debris fall directly into the flue.
What it costs in Upland
In Upland, new cap installation ranges from $250 to $600 depending on flue size and whether the cap is standard galvanized, stainless, or a specialty design from Gelco or Olympia Chimney.
How we do it
We measure the flue, prep the crown surface, secure the new cap with masonry fasteners, and verify it’s sized to keep birds and Santa Ana debris out while drafting correctly.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked clay tiles, missing mortar joints, or gaps where smoke and heat are reaching the chimney structure itself.
What it costs in Upland
Liner installation in Upland runs $2,500 to $6,500, with the range driven by flue height, whether we’re running a DuraFlex stainless liner or doing a HeatShield restoration, and how accessible the chimney is.
How we do it
We specify either a DuraFlex stainless liner or a HeatShield restoration based on the flue’s condition, then install or coat it, connect the appliance, and test the draft before we leave.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Upland
| Item | Typical range in Upland |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $6,500 |
| Full camera inspection | Included with most repairs |
How do I know if my clay tile flue is cracked?
A cracked clay flue won’t announce itself. You may see small pieces of tile in the firebox after a fire, notice smoke backing into the room, or smell something sharp when the fireplace is lit. The only way to know for sure is a camera inspection. Call (855) 360-4975 and we’ll show you the footage ourselves.
Can a cracked flue be fixed without full replacement?
Often yes. HeatShield restoration can repair cracked mortar joints and spalled tiles in many Upland flues without a full tearout. It’s faster, less invasive, and preserves the original chimney structure. We’ll tell you plainly if full replacement is the safer call. Call (855) 360-4975 for an exact quote.
Brands We Service in Upland
We stock and install professional-grade components from HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Famco. These are contractor-quality parts, not hardware-store substitutes. Upland jobs get access to the full our brands lineup, with most caps, liners, and flashing components available same-week.
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| Service | Typical range in Upland |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard) | $180 – $280 |
| Chimney sweep (heavy buildup or first service) | $300 – $450 |
| Chimney cap installation | $250 – $600 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $250 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $6,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $900 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $250 |
What pushes cost up in Upland is typically flue height on two-story hillside homes in 91784, access issues from steep pitches, and the condition of older clay liners in downtown-era houses. We give you a flat price before any work starts, and estimates are always free.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Upland
We work across Upland’s full housing range, from the early-century bungalows near Euclid Avenue to the tract homes and foothill properties along the base of the San Gabriels. Every neighborhood has its own pattern of chimney age and exposure.
- San Antonio Heights foothills (91784)
- North Upland tract developments (91784)
- Downtown bungalow district (91786)
- East Upland (91786)
- West Upland near the Claremont border (91785)
Service Area – Cities Near Upland
We serve Upland and the surrounding foothill and valley communities. If you’re just over the border in San Antonio Heights, CA or Claremont, CA, you’re within our regular route. We also cover Montclair, CA and Rancho Cucamonga, CA for chimney and dryer vent work.
Serving Upland, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Upland 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 Upland
We schedule most Upland jobs within the same week, and we route foothill neighborhoods in 91784 alongside the valley stops to keep travel efficient. During the cold snaps before and after Santa Ana events, we add routes. Call (855) 360-4975 for the next opening.
Most cap replacements, liner installations, and crown repairs don’t require a city permit in Upland. Structural rebuild work can trigger code review. We’ll tell you before any work starts if your job falls into that category, and we handle the details if it does.
Yes. We work the hillside streets in 91784 regularly, and our team is comfortable with sloped roofs and multi-story chimney access. If your chimney is hard to reach from the ground, mention it when you call so we bring the right ladder and safety equipment.
Call (855) 360-4975 for a free estimate. We’ll walk you through what your Upland chimney actually needs, show you the camera footage, and quote a flat price before any work begins.
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 Upland Customers Say
"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Paige Parker"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."
— Andres Morales"Liner was cracked in two places. He walked me through the repair options honestly, including the one that was cheaper for him and better for me."
— Allen Nguyen