Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Chimney Company in Running Springs, CA
Chimney repair in Running Springs usually means one of three things: a snow-crushed cap, a cracked crown letting meltwater into the masonry, or a flue liner that has given up after decades of freeze-thaw cycles. The homes here, mostly cabins and second homes built between the 1920s and 1970s, were not designed for the beating a 6,000-foot elevation delivers year after year. We fix those problems with professional-grade parts, and we have served Running Springs since 2014. Call us at (866) 253-5031 to talk through what you are seeing.
Why Running Springs Homes Are Different
Running Springs sits up in the San Bernardino Mountains where winter means real snow, sometimes measured in feet, and fireplaces stop being decorative. They become the heat source. That changes the work. A chimney that performs fine in a flatland track home can be a genuine hazard up here after one heavy storm, because snow load and falling pine branches do damage that lower-elevation chimneys never see. Chimney caps get crushed or knocked loose. Spark arrestor mesh tears. Crowns crack open and let water into the brickwork, and then freezing temperatures do the rest. We see it every spring.
The housing stock runs heavily to mountain cabins and second homes, most of them built decades ago with original masonry fireplaces and older metal flues. Those flues accumulate creosote faster than a homeowner expects, especially with the resinous pine and cedar that everyone burns. Add undersized flues on some of the older cabins, and a chimney can go from dirty to dangerous in a single hard winter. The freeze-thaw cycle up here works on mortar and metal constantly. That is not a reason to panic. It is a reason to have the chimney looked at every year, before burning season and again after the last snow.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Running Springs Services
Most homeowners in Running Springs call us for one of two reasons: the chimney needs to be cleaned and inspected before the burning months, or the dryer vent has been ignored long enough to become a fire hazard. Both are direct fire-safety work, and both are jobs we handle regularly in 92382.
Chimney Sweep in Running Springs
Mountain chimneys that burn pine and cedar collect creosote much faster than coastal or valley fireplaces, and in Running Springs we recommend an annual sweep and inspection as a matter of routine, not a suggestion. When the fireplace is the only heat during a snowed-in week, a blocked or heavy-coated flue becomes life-threatening. Our sweep service starts with a full visual inspection, then mechanical brushing matched to the flue type, and ends with a camera check so you can see what we saw. Learn more about the full process on our Chimney Sweep in Running Springs page. If the fireplace has not been used in years, that page tells you what to expect before we arrive.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Running Springs
Cabins and older mountain homes often have long or awkward dryer vent runs through crawlspaces and steep framing, which trap lint faster than short exterior-wall vents. In a second home that gets used on weekends and holidays, the dryer may be older and the vent rarely checked. That is the exact setup behind most residential dryer fires, and it is why we treat dryer vent cleaning as part of the same fire-safety picture as the chimney. Our process removes the accumulated lint, checks airflow at the exterior termination, and confirms the vent is properly routed. Full details are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Running Springs page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Chimney Repair in Running Springs
Chimney repair in Running Springs is rarely optional once the problem is visible, and the two most common calls we get are for crushed caps and failed crowns. The snow and freeze cycles up here find every weak point in a chimney system, and by the time water is showing up inside the firebox or staining the ceiling near the flue, the damage has usually been underway for several winters. We do the full repair in-house, using the same brands certified technicians rely on. If you are seeing signs of a failing chimney, start with our Chimney Repair guide to understand the scope, then call us to put eyes on it.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
A chimney cap that is dented, leaning, missing sections, or lying in the snow next to the house is no longer keeping rain, embers, or animals out.
What it costs in Running Springs
Cap replacement in Running Springs generally runs $195 to $585, depending on whether the cap is a standard galvanized or stainless unit and whether the flue tile needs a custom fit.
How we do it
We remove the damaged cap, measure the flue, install a properly sized replacement from a professional-trade brand like Famco, and lock it down to handle heavy snow load.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
A crown with hairline cracks, spalling concrete, or missing sections lets water straight into the masonry, and after a few freeze-thaw winters the bricks begin to separate.
What it costs in Running Springs
Crown repair here typically costs $630 to $1,180, varying with the crown.
How we do it
We remove the failing crown concrete, inspect the underlying masonry, and pour or form a new crowned surface that sheds water away from the flue instead of into it.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains on the ceiling near the chimney or damp spots in the attic after a storm mean the flashing where the chimney meets the roof has failed.
What it costs in Running Springs
Flashing repair in Running Springs is typically $795 to $2,950, driven by roof pitch, existing flashing condition, and whether we are repairing a section or replacing the full assembly.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, inspect the roof deck and chimney surface beneath, and install step and counter flashing with professional-grade materials that move water off the roof and away from the chimney joint.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Running Springs
| Item | Typical range in Running Springs |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap replacement | $295 – $685 |
| Chimney crown repair | $730 – $1,380 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $895 – $2,950 |
Prices in Running Springs run slightly above valley rates because of the drive up the mountain, the snow-season scheduling pressure, and the reality that older cabins often need more than one component addressed once we open things up. What we do not do is invent work you cannot verify. We show you camera footage before recommending any repair, and the price is agreed before the work starts.
Can a crushed chimney cap wait until spring?
No. A crushed or missing cap leaves the flue open to rain, snow, and embers. In winter that water freezes inside the flue and accelerates deterioration, and during fire season an uncapped flue can let embers escape.
Will my older cabin chimney need more than one repair?
Often yes. We frequently find that a cabin chimney with a failed crown also has damaged flashing or a cap that is at the end of its life. That is why our repair quote covers the full inspection findings, not just the first visible problem.
Brands We Service in Running Springs
We work with DuraFlex, Copperfield, and Famco parts, and we keep our inventory stocked from industry distributors so common repair components are on hand rather than ordered piecemeal. That means less delay when your chimney needs a liner, cap, or crown repair. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Running Springs |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap replacement | $295 – $685 |
| Chimney crown repair | $730 – $1,380 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $895 – $2,950 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,500 |
| Chimney liner resurfacing (HeatShield) | $2,595 – $6,900 |
| Chimney sweep (full inspection and cleaning) | $198 – $468 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $115 – $265 |
What pushes most Running Springs quotes higher is the second and third problem found during the initial inspection: a cap that looks fine from the ground but is rusted through underneath, or flashing that has been leaking slowly for years. That is why we price by the actual repair scope and show you what we found before any number is finalized. Our estimate is free, and the price we agree on is the price you see on the invoice.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Running Springs
We cover all of 92382, from the cabins along Highway 18 down through the residential roads off Live Oak Drive and around Running Springs Elementary. Most of our Running Springs work is scheduled by appointment, with the understanding that snow-season access sometimes means we adjust the date rather than rush the job.
- Running Springs town center and Highway 18 corridor
- Live Oak Drive and surrounding residential roads
- Snenoski Drive area
- Balsam Drive and Fern Drive
- Wildrose Drive and surrounding streets
Service Area – Cities Near Running Springs
We hold a chimney company service area that extends beyond Running Springs into the surrounding mountain and valley communities. Homeowners in Lake Arrowhead, CA and Crestline, CA call us for the same high-elevation repairs we handle here. We also serve the foothill communities of Highland, CA and Mentone, CA, where freeze-thaw and older chimney construction create similar problems.
Serving Running Springs, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Running Springs area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Running Springs
We schedule Running Springs inspections by appointment, and we plan routes up the mountain to serve several homes in a single trip. Call (866) 253-5031 and we will give you the next available date for the 92382 area. During the weeks before burning season, our calendar fills quickly, so an early call is the surest way to get your chimney seen before the first real cold snap.
Most emergency chimney repairs, such as cap replacement or crown repair on an existing home, do not require a permit. For larger liner or structural work, the San Bernardino County building department may require a permit depending on scope. We can tell you what is typical before the work begins, but we do not file permits on behalf of property owners.
We serve all of the 92382 ZIP code and the surrounding mountain communities, including the Highway 18 corridor and the cabin roads off Live Oak Drive. Our service area also extends down to the foothill cities. If you are unsure whether we cover your street, call (866) 253-5031 and we will confirm before you book.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local chimney cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Running Springs Customers Say
"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Wade Kowalski"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
— Beatriz Castillo"Liner was cracked in two places. He walked me through the repair options honestly, including the one that was cheaper for him and better for me."
— Angela Park