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Leaking chimney repair

Contra Costa County · Service area

Serving Moraga Homes: Chimney, Fireplace & Dryer Vent Service

A fireplace that smokes, a flue that's overdue for a sweep, a dryer that needs two cycles to finish a load: homes in Moraga can book all of this work with us.

Chimney services Moraga homeowners can book

Our work covers the firebox, the flue, the top of the chimney and the dryer vent that runs out through a wall or the roof. Most requests are for cleaning and clearing: sweeping the flue, removing creosote, and clearing blockages or nests.

When something looks wrong, a chimney inspection that looks inside the flue shows what is going on. Repair work on masonry, crowns, flashing and liners fixes damage the inspection finds. At the top of the chimney, installing a cap to keep out rain and animals is one of the simplest upgrades.

Inside the house, we work on wood-burning and gas fireplaces, inserts and wood stoves. For laundry rooms, we clean, repair and reroute dryer vents.

Not sure what to ask for?

Describe what you're noticing when you get in touch. That could be smoke coming into the room, a strong odor, water near the hearth, noises in the flue, or clothes that stay damp. Symptoms are more useful to us than a guess at the right service name. If the cause isn't obvious, an inspection is usually the place to start.

Moraga chimney & vent questions

Can I book both chimney and dryer vent work for my Moraga home?

Yes. We clean, inspect and repair chimneys and fireplaces, and we also clean, repair and reroute dryer vents. You can ask about both in the same request.

How do I tell whether my chimney needs cleaning or repair?

Cleaning removes what builds up inside the flue, such as soot, creosote, nests or debris. Repair fixes damage to the chimney itself, such as cracked mortar, a broken crown, failed flashing or a damaged liner. Heavy soot or a smoky, sluggish fire usually points to cleaning. Water stains, crumbling brick or rust usually point to repair. An inspection settles it when you can't tell which one you need.

Is a chimney inspection worth it before buying a home in Moraga?

Usually, yes, if the house has a fireplace, insert or wood stove you plan to use. A real estate chimney inspection looks at the flue, liner, firebox and exterior, so you learn about damage before you close rather than after your first fire.

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Chimney or fireplace trouble in Moraga?

Tell us what you’re noticing. We’ll identify the system and explain the options before any work is scheduled.