Chimney services in Martinez: what homes can book
The work falls into one of three groups. Knowing which group your problem belongs to makes the first call shorter.
- Chimney work: sweeping, creosote and blockage removal, camera inspections, leak and flashing repair, crown and masonry work, liners, caps and chase covers.
- Fireplace work: wood-burning fireplaces, inserts and wood stoves, gas fireplaces and gas logs, electric units, glass and doors, plus new installations and conversions.
- Dryer vent work: cleaning and lint removal, airflow testing, roof vent cleaning, blockage removal, repairs, rerouting and vent cover replacement.
Where to start if you're not sure what you need
If the fireplace hasn't been used in a while, you've just bought the house, or something looks or smells wrong, start with a chimney inspection. It shows whether a sweep is enough or the chimney needs more work.
Cracked crowns, loose bricks, failed flashing and damaged liners are handled through our chimney repair service. If the top of the flue is open, fitting a chimney cap helps keep rain, leaves and animals out.
Signs it's time to call
- Smoke drifts into the room instead of going up the flue
- A strong campfire or musty smell, especially on humid days
- Water stains on the ceiling or wall near the chimney
- Crumbling mortar, loose bricks or flakes of tile in the firebox
- Scratching or chirping sounds inside the chimney
- Clothes take longer to dry, or the laundry room gets unusually hot
- Lint collecting around the outside vent hood
