Chimney services Benicia homeowners can book
Most visits start with one of a few jobs. A sweep clears soot and creosote from the flue. A chimney inspection before you light the first fire checks the liner, damper, crown and firebox. Chimney repair for masonry, leaks and flashing fixes what an inspection turns up. A properly fitted chimney cap keeps rain, animals and debris out of the flue.
We service and install gas fireplaces and gas logs, and we clean, test and reroute dryer vents. Businesses and property managers in Benicia can book this work too.
Not sure which visit to ask for?
Describe what you're noticing when you get in touch, and we'll suggest where to start. These signs usually point to a specific visit:
- Smoke spilling into the room or a fire that won't draw: start with an inspection to find the cause before anything is replaced.
- A campfire or musty smell from the fireplace: this often means creosote buildup or moisture in the flue, so a cleaning and a look at the cap and crown are the usual first steps.
- Water stains on the ceiling or wall next to the chimney: a leak check of the flashing, crown and masonry comes before any patching.
- Scratching, chirping or twigs falling into the firebox: animal and nest removal comes first, then a cap or screen so it doesn't happen again.
- Clothes taking longer to dry, or a hot laundry room: a dryer vent inspection with airflow testing shows whether lint or a crushed duct is the problem.
If you smell gas or see fire in the chimney
Get everyone out of the house and call 911 or your gas utility first. Once the fire department or utility says the house is safe, call us. We accept emergency calls, and 24-hour service runs Sunday–Friday.
