Chimney services South San Francisco homeowners can book
The work falls into four groups. One visit can often cover more than one item if you mention it when you book.
- Chimney and flue care: sweeping, creosote removal, blockage and nest removal, odor problems, and a full chimney inspection, including camera inspections and inspections for a home sale.
- Chimney repair: leaks, flashing, crowns, tuckpointing, liners, dampers, chase covers and full rebuilds, plus chimney cap installation to keep out rain and animals.
- Fireplaces: cleaning, firebox and smoke chamber repair, glass and door repair, inserts, conversions, and gas fireplace service, repair and installation.
- Dryer vents: cleaning, lint and blockage removal, airflow testing, roof vent cleaning, repair, rerouting and new vent covers.
Chimney inspection: when it makes sense to book one
An inspection is worth scheduling before you use a fireplace that has sat idle for a while, after a storm or a chimney fire, when you notice water stains or a smoky smell, and before buying or selling a home. A camera inspection lets us see inside the flue, where cracks, gaps in the liner and buildup usually hide. You can read more about what our chimney inspection covers.
Chimney repair: signs that point to a problem
Worth having checked
- Water in the firebox or stains on the wall or ceiling next to the chimney
- Crumbling mortar, loose bricks or white staining on the masonry
- A cracked or broken crown on top of the chimney
- Smoke coming back into the room instead of going up
- A rusted, loose or missing cap or chase cover
Small problems such as worn flashing or open mortar joints are usually far simpler to fix early than after water has worked into the structure. Here's how our chimney repair work is handled, from leak repair to masonry and liner work.
Gas fireplace repair and service
Gas fireplaces need attention too. Common reasons to call include a pilot that won't stay lit, a burner that lights unevenly or produces sooty glass, a fireplace that clicks but won't ignite, or a remote or switch that stopped working. We also handle routine gas fireplace maintenance, gas log installation and gas line installation.
If you smell gas
Turn off the fireplace if you can do so safely, leave the house and call your gas utility or emergency services from outside. Don't use switches or the fireplace until the gas supply has been checked.
Neighboring cities we also serve
Our service area also includes Brisbane, San Bruno and Millbrae.
