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 Mentone, CA
Pilgrim Chimney handles chimney repair, chimney sweep, and dryer vent cleaning for homes throughout Mentone, ZIP 92359. The work here runs different from the valley floor: older ranch houses and hillside cabins with masonry fireplaces, wood stoves that have seen decades of use, and creosote that builds up faster than most homeowners expect. When a chimney cap gets fouled by windblown oak leaves or a crown starts letting water into the flue, we fix it with the same professional-grade materials we use on every job. Call (866) 253-5031 to schedule.
Why Mentone Homes Are Different
Mentone sits right at the edge of the San Bernardino National Forest, where the air is drier and the wind moves differently than it does down in Redlands or Highland. Homes here are a patchwork: mid-century ranch houses built when fireplaces were the primary heat source, older cabins tucked into the hillside, and scattered properties that sit close to the chaparral. Most of them still burn wood regularly during the cool winter nights, which means creosote accumulates in the flue line at a pace that surprises people who’ve moved in from newer developments.
The Santa Ana winds change the equation further. They carry dry air through the foothills and push debris against chimney caps and spark arrestors. When the surrounding brush is tinder-dry, a single spark from an uncapped chimney is a genuine hazard. That’s why Mentone homeowners tend to be more serious about sweep intervals and cap condition than people in suburban tracts. We see a lot of older wood stoves here too – pre-EPA stoves that run dirtier and leave behind a harder, glazier creosote that a simple brushing won’t remove. The combination of older housing stock, forest-edge debris, and wildfire consciousness makes chimney care in Mentone a practical safety measure, not an annual formality.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Mentone Services
The two calls we get most from Mentone homeowners are chimney sweeps on older fireplace systems and dryer vent cleaning on long, low-pitch rooflines where lint builds up where you can’t see it.
Chimney Sweep in Mentone
Wood-burning fireplaces and older stoves in Mentone accumulate creosote at a rate influenced by the local climate: cool nights, older stoves, and the occasional burn of softer woods. A proper sweep here means more than brushing the flue. We inspect the cap and spark arrestor for leaf and debris fouling from the forest edge, check the crown for hairline cracks, and let you know if the creosote has reached a stage that a standard sweep won’t fully address. For a detailed look at how we approach a Mentone sweep, see our Chimney Sweep in Mentone page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mentone
Many Mentone homes route dryer vents through the roof or along extended horizontal runs, and the dry foothill air turns lint into a fine, flammable dust that packs into the duct. Lint buildup is the leading cause of residential dryer fires, and a vent that’s never been cleaned forces the dryer to run hotter and longer. We clean the full vent run, verify airflow at the exterior termination, and address the specific problem of long runs that many older ranch homes share. Full details live on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Mentone 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 Mentone
Chimney repair in Mentone usually starts with one of two discoveries: a cap that’s rusted through or blown loose by Santa Ana winds, or a crown that’s cracked from years of foothill temperature swings. Older masonry chimneys handle the swing between cool nights and warm days by expanding and contracting, and after forty or fifty years, the mortar and concrete start to give. We handle repairs in-house, using professional-grade components like Famco and Copperfield caps, DuraFlex liner systems, and HeatShield resurfacing – the same materials trained chimney technicians specify on repair work. Full details on repair services are available at our Chimney Repair hub page, and Pilgrim Chimney has served Mentone since 2014.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You’ve never had a cap, or you can see rust, bent flanges, or missing hardware on the cap you have.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney cap installation in Mentone typically runs $150 – $450 depending on cap size, flue count, and access.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a correctly sized cap from Famco or Copperfield stock, secure it to the flue tile or crown, and verify it sits level and tight.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The old cap is rusted through, the mesh spark arrestor is torn or missing, or wind has shifted the cap off the flue opening.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney cap replacement in Mentone usually runs $120 – $350, with the higher end reflecting multi-flue or custom-fit caps.
How we do it
We remove the failed cap, clean the flue rim, install a new Famco or Copperfield cap sized to the flue, and check that the spark-arrestor mesh meets the wildfire-season standards Mentone requires.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You’re seeing water stains on the ceiling around the chimney, damp sheetrock in the attic, or rust streaks on the brick below the roofline.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney flashing repair in Mentone typically costs $350 – $800 depending on how much of the existing flashing can be salvaged.
How we do it
We inspect the roof-to-chimney junction, replace damaged step or counter flashing with new material, seal the joint with professional-grade sealant, and confirm the water path flows away from the penetration.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown on top of the chimney has cracks, spalling, or a visible dip where water pools instead of draining off.
What it costs in Mentone
Chimney crown repair in Mentone generally runs $300 – $700, with full crown replacement and proper overhang work at the upper end.
How we do it
We remove loose or failed crown material, build proper slope away from the flue to shed water, apply a durable crown sealant, and verify the flue opening is still properly capped and protected.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Mentone
| Item | Typical range in Mentone |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $450 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $120 – $350 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $800 |
| Chimney crown repair | $300 – $700 |
How often should a Mentone chimney be inspected for repair issues?
Once a year, aligned with your sweep. The foothill temperature swings in Mentone actively work on mortar and concrete, and a small crack caught in October is a cheap fix compared to a failed crown found in January when the repairs can’t safely be done on a wet or windy roof.
Can a cracked chimney crown wait until next season?
It can wait a few months in most cases, but every rain cycle pushes water deeper into the masonry. Hairline cracks are cheaper to treat than spalled brick and rebuilt crowns, so scheduling in the dry season is the practical move. Call (866) 253-5031 and we’ll give you an honest read on whether it’s urgent or can wait.
Brands We Service in Mentone
We install and service DuraFlex liner systems, HeatShield resurfacing, and chimney components from Famco and Copperfield. Parts are sourced from industry distributors, not hardware-store patch kits, which means we can match the existing system on most Mentone chimneys without waiting on a special order. See our brands page for the full rundown.
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| Service | Typical range in Mentone |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard fireplace) | $180 – $250 |
| Chimney sweep with glaze-stage creosote | $280 – $400 |
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $450 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $120 – $350 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $4,500 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $350 – $800 |
| Chimney crown repair | $300 – $700 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $95 – $175 |
Prices in Mentone push toward the upper end when access is tight – steep hillside rooflines, older chimneys with multiple flues, and creosote that has reached the glazed stage all require more labor and slower, more careful work. Every job gets an upfront price before we start, and nothing gets recommended without camera evidence you can see for yourself.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Mentone
We work throughout ZIP 92359, from the flatter streets near Mentone Boulevard up into the hillside pockets and ranch properties along the Highway 38 corridor and the forest-edge roads. Typical scheduling for Mentone runs one to two weeks out, with a little more flexibility during the late spring and early fall.
- Mentone proper, including homes near Mentone Boulevard
- The hillside and rural properties along Highway 38
- Ranch and cabin properties near the Santa Ana River wash
- Foothill streets east toward the Yucaipa ridge line
- Older homes in the Crafton Hills corridor
Service Area – Cities Near Mentone
Pilgrim Chimney serves Mentone and the surrounding foothill and valley communities. We regularly work with homeowners in Redlands, CA who need liner repair on older Craftsman-era chimneys, in Yucaipa, CA where hillside homes face similar forest-edge debris, in Highland, CA for standard sweeps on newer construction, and in Calimesa, CA for older ranch properties that still burn wood through the winter. If you’re not sure whether Mentone is in our service area, call (866) 253-5031 and we’ll confirm it directly.
Serving Mentone, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Mentone 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 Mentone
Most Mentone appointments are scheduled one to two weeks out. We are not a same-day dispatch operation, and we don’t pretend to be. If you have a chimney cap that’s blown loose during a Santa Ana event, call (866) 253-5031 and we’ll tell you honestly whether it can wait for a regular appointment or needs to be moved up.
Routine repairs like cap replacement, flashing work, and crown sealing don’t require a permit in Mentone. A full liner replacement or structural masonry rebuild may, depending on scope. We’ll tell you before any work starts if a permit is involved and what the process looks like.
We repair them. From cap replacement to DuraFlex liner installation to HeatShield resurfacing, the same crew that runs the camera through your flue is the crew that fixes what it finds. You’re not left holding an inspection report and a referral to someone you’ve never met.
For a straight answer about your chimney or dryer vent, call Pilgrim Chimney at (866) 253-5031. We’ll schedule a time, show up when we say we will, and give you an honest assessment with no pressure and no scare tactics.
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 Mentone Customers Say
"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
— Cole Thompson"Our tenant called us in a panic on a Friday afternoon, which is the worst possible timing for a property 200 miles away. I called these guys at four, they were on site by six, and they sent me photos and a written summary the same night so I could approve the work without driving down. Tenant said the technician was polite and cleaned up. Invoice came in slightly under the estimate. I have now made them our default for anything in that area."
— Luis Flores"Creosote buildup was worse than I realized. He measured it, showed me the glazing on the flue with the camera, and was honest that we were closer to a chimney fire than I wanted to hear."
— Xavier Prince