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Serving San Ramon Homes: Chimney, Fireplace & Dryer Vent Service

Sweeps, inspections, chimney and fireplace repairs, gas fireplace work and dryer vent cleaning are all available to homes in San Ramon. Chimney Flame does the work itself, from a first look at an old flue to the finished repair.

Chimney services San Ramon homes can book

In San Ramon, the work runs from a routine sweep to rebuilding damaged masonry. The work falls into one of three groups:

  • Cleaning and clearing: chimney sweeping, creosote removal, flue and blockage clearing, nest and animal removal, and cleaning for fireplaces, inserts and wood stoves.
  • Inspection and repair: a chimney and fireplace inspection, with a camera when the flue needs a closer look. That can lead to chimney repair for leaks, cracks and worn parts, covering flashing, crowns, liners, dampers and masonry.
  • Fireplace and vent work: gas and wood-burning fireplace repair and installation, inserts, doors and conversions, plus dryer vent cleaning, airflow testing and rerouting.

Homes close by in Danville, Walnut Creek and Moraga each have their own area page.

Keeping rain and animals out of the flue

An uncapped flue is an open path for rain, leaves, birds and small animals. A cap, an animal screen or a spark arrestor closes that gap. Prefab chimneys also need a sound chase cover. Fitting or replacing a chimney cap is often a short job. If water has already reached the crown or chase, the repair can be handled in the same project.

Dryer vents get the same attention

A dryer that needs two cycles to dry a load, a laundry room that runs hot, or lint collecting around the outside hood usually points to a restricted vent. The duct is cleaned from end to end, lint and blockages are removed, and airflow is tested afterward. A run that is crushed, too long or badly routed can be repaired, replaced or rerouted, and roof-mounted vents are included.

San Ramon chimney & vent questions

What should I book first if the fireplace hasn't been used in years?

Start with an inspection. A fireplace that has sat unused can hide nests, debris, a stuck damper or cracks in the liner, and an inspection shows whether a sweep is enough or a repair is needed before the next fire.

Is a chimney inspection worth getting when buying or selling a home in San Ramon?

Yes, it often is. A real estate chimney inspection, with a camera inside the flue, documents the chimney's condition so buyers and sellers know about any damage before closing instead of after.

Why does a chimney smell even when the fireplace is cold?

The usual cause is creosote and soot in the flue reacting with moisture, sometimes made worse by debris or an animal nest. Cleaning the flue and removing any blockage usually takes care of the smell, and a cap can help keep water and animals out afterward.

Why does my dryer take longer to dry clothes than it used to?

Restricted airflow in the vent is a common cause. Lint builds up in the duct over time, or the run gets crushed or blocked, so moist air can't escape. Cleaning the vent and testing airflow shows whether the duct also needs repair or rerouting.

Can a gas fireplace in San Ramon be serviced as well as a wood-burning one?

Yes. Gas fireplace service, repair and installation, gas logs and gas line installation are offered alongside wood-burning fireplace and wood stove work.

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