Chimney services in Walnut Creek: what homes can book
We serve Walnut Creek for chimney sweeping and creosote removal, fireplace, insert and wood stove cleaning, chimney and fireplace inspections, and masonry, liner and leak repairs. We also service and install gas fireplaces, and we clean, repair and reroute dryer vents. If you aren't sure which of these you need, describe what you're seeing. We'll tell you what makes sense to check first.
Walnut Creek chimney inspection
An inspection checks the parts of a chimney you can't easily see: the flue and liner, the damper, the smoke chamber, the crown, and the flashing where the chimney meets the roof. When the inside of the flue needs a closer look, we run a camera through it so cracks, gaps or buildup show up on screen instead of being guessed at. You can read more about what a chimney inspection covers before you book.
- Routine inspection: a good starting point if the fireplace hasn't been used or checked in a while.
- Camera inspection: for a closer view of liner damage or blockages deep in the flue.
- Real estate inspection: for buyers and sellers who want the chimney's condition documented before closing.
- Storm damage inspection: after high wind, a fallen limb or roof damage near the chimney.
Chimney repair in Walnut Creek
Most chimney repairs fall into a few groups. Masonry work includes crown repair, tuckpointing worn mortar joints, and rebuilding sections that have shifted. Leak work includes flashing repair and waterproofing. Inside the chimney, we repair or replace liners, fix dampers that stick or won't seal, and repair smoke chambers. On prefab fireplaces, we repair the chase and replace rusted chase covers. Our chimney repair options explain each of these in more detail.
A missing or damaged cap lets rain, leaves and animals straight into the flue. Installing a new chimney cap is often the simplest fix, and we can add an animal screen or spark arrestor at the same visit.
Dryer vent cleaning in Walnut Creek
Lint that builds up in a dryer vent slows airflow, makes the dryer run longer, and can become a fire hazard. We clean the full run of the vent, remove blockages and nests, and test airflow afterward so you know the vent is clear. Roof-mounted vents are included.
Signs your dryer vent needs attention
- Clothes need more than one cycle to dry
- The dryer or laundry room gets unusually hot
- Little or no air comes out of the outside vent hood while the dryer runs
- Lint collects around the outside vent or behind the dryer
- You notice a burning smell when the dryer is on
When cleaning alone won't fix the problem, we repair or replace damaged vent sections, replace broken vent covers, and reroute vents that are too long or have too many bends.
