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 Redlands, CA
Chimney repair in Redlands usually means working on a 1920s masonry stack, not a newer prefab flue. Many of the chimneys we service in 92373 and 92374 stand on original clay tile liners that have spent decades absorbing citrus-era wood smoke and Santa Ana wind-driven grit. Pilgrim Chimney has served Redlands since 2014, and we handle the full repair picture, from cracked crowns to full liner resurfacing with HeatShield, so you’re not told about a problem and then sent elsewhere to fix it. Call (866) 253-5031 when you need a straight answer on what your chimney actually needs.
Why Redlands Homes Are Different
Redlands sits at the foot of the San Bernardino Mountains in a hot, dry inland climate, which means chimneys here work in short cool-weather bursts and then sit idle for months. That idle time lets creosote harden and debris settle, and when the Santa Anas push through the pass, they carry ash, dust, and fine grit down old flues. We see wind-driven soot fallout calls repeatedly after those events, especially in the older neighborhoods.
The housing stock is the bigger factor. Downtown and the Smiley Park historic districts are full of 1910s and 1920s Craftsman and Spanish Colonial bungalows with original brick fireplaces, exterior chimney piers, and clay tile flues. Those flues are often unlined or partially lined, and decades of burning old grove wood from the citrus belt has left a hard, glazed creosote layer that does not brush out easily. Eastward toward 92374, you get more 1950s and 60s ranches, but plenty of those still carry original masonry chimneys with their own age-related issues. Careful hand work matters here more than aggressive rotary tools.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Redlands Services
Most Redlands homeowners call us for one of two things: a thorough chimney sweep before burning season, or a dryer vent cleaning they have put off too long. Both are fire-safety work, and both are jobs we handle from inspection through completion.
Chimney Sweep in Redlands
A sweep in Redlands is rarely just a brush pass. In the historic core, we are often working around glazed creosote from old grove wood and a century of soot packed into the smoke shelf. In homes closer to the foothills, wind-driven debris and bird fallout after Santa Ana events are common. We inspect as we clean, using a camera so you can see the flue condition for yourself. When we find cracks, missing mortar, or a deteriorated liner, we can quote and often fix it in the same visit. See Chimney Sweep in Redlands for the full scope of that service.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Redlands
Dryer vents clog faster than most people expect in Redlands, especially in older homes where vent runs are long, narrow, or kinked behind remodeled walls. Lint builds up, airflow drops, and the dryer works harder and hotter. We clean the full run from dryer to exterior termination, and we check the termination hood for the bird nests and wind-blown debris that are common here. It extends the life of the dryer and removes a leading household fire risk. See Dryer Vent Cleaning in Redlands for details.
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 Redlands
Chimney repair in Redlands is often preservation work on aging historic masonry. In the 92373 historic core, we regularly find 1920s chimneys with cracked crown mortar, spalling brick, and clay tiles that have softened from a century of heat and moisture. The ridge-to-valley winds worsen every existing crack by pushing grit and water into openings, and once water gets behind the brick, freeze-thaw cycles in the cooler winter months do steady damage even here in a dry climate. Our team handles everything from small mortar repairs to full Chimney Repair, including HeatShield liner resurfacing, which restores a deteriorated flue without tearing out the original masonry.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracked or missing crown mortar, water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, or loose brick fragments collecting on the roof all point to crown failure.
What it costs in Redlands
Chimney crown repair in Redlands typically runs $450 to $1,400 depending on whether we are patching, resealing, or rebuilding the crown.
How we do it
We clean and prep the crown surface, fill or rebuild the mortar with a weather-resistant mix, and apply a breathable crown sealer sized to the existing chimney dimensions.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water streaking on the firebox walls after rain, drip lines around the ceiling near the stack, or rusted, lifted flashing metal all indicate a failing flashing seal.
What it costs in Redlands
Chimney flashing repair in Redlands generally runs $400 to $1,200 depending on how much of the old flashing must be removed and replaced.
How we do it
We pull back the old flashing, inspect the underlying membrane, install new step and counter flashing at the roof junction, and seal the joint to shed water properly.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Redlands
| Item | Typical range in Redlands |
|---|---|
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $1,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner resurfacing | $2,500 – $6,000 |
Can you repair a chimney without rebuilding it?
Yes, in most cases. Crown repair, flashing replacement, and liner resurfacing all restore function without tearing down masonry. Rebuilds are only needed when the structure itself is unsound. Call (866) 253-5031 for an honest assessment before anyone sells you a full rebuild.
Do old Redlands chimneys need new liners?
Often they do, but not always. We determine this with a camera inspection, not guesswork. HeatShield resurfacing can fix a deteriorated clay tile liner without removing the original masonry. Call (866) 253-5031 to schedule that inspection.
Brands We Service in Redlands
We work with professional-trade brands including DuraFlex, HeatShield, Copperfield, and Famco, sourced from industry distributors rather than hardware-store patch kits. That means parts match the original system, and we are not guessing on fitment. Our our brands page explains what we stock and why it matters for old Redlands chimneys.
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| Service | Typical range in Redlands |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney inspection | $130 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $220 – $500 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $250 – $550 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $1,400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner resurfacing | $2,500 – $6,000 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $120 – $250 |
In Redlands, price is usually pushed upward by access: second-story stacks, steep roof pitches on the foothill side, and old masonry that requires hand work rather than quick rotary passes. We give a flat-price quote before any work begins, so the number we quote is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Redlands
We cover all of Redlands, including the historic core and the newer subdivisions east and south of downtown. Most jobs in town are scheduled within a few days, and we batch work by neighborhood when possible.
- Smiley Park historic district
- South Redlands
- Sunset Drive area
- Redlands Heights
- East Redlands
Service Area – Cities Near Redlands
Our service area extends to the neighboring communities of Mentone, CA, Loma Linda, CA, Highland, CA, and Colton, CA. Whenever you are in one of those areas, the same crew and the same professional-grade materials are available.
Serving Redlands, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Redlands 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 Redlands
Most Redlands appointments are scheduled within a few days of your call. We batch work by neighborhood to make scheduling efficient, so if you are flexible on the day, you will usually get in faster. Call (866) 253-5031 and we will give you the next open slot.
Yes. Chimney sweep, chimney repair, and dryer vent cleaning are all done by Pilgrim Chimney, not subcontracted out. That means one crew diagnoses and fixes the problem without handing you off to another company. Estimates are free at (866) 253-5031.
Generally, basic repairs like crown work, flashing, and cap installation do not need a permit in Redlands, but liner work or structural rebuilds may. We will tell you if a permit is required before any work starts. Call (866) 253-5031 with your specific situation and we will walk you through it.
Call Pilgrim Chimney at (866) 253-5031 for a free estimate on chimney repair, sweeping, or dryer vent cleaning in Redlands. We serve all Redlands ZIP codes, including 92373, 92374, and 92375.
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 Redlands Customers Say
"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"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Daniela Martinez