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See It In Action

A look inside the work.

Our rotary chimney brush moves through the flue, breaking creosote off the walls while our negative-pressure equipment captures every particle at the source. No soot in your living room. No mess on your hearth.

By the time we leave, your chimneys like new.

90min
Typical Time
50%
Faster Drying
15k
Fires Prevented/yr
Live Service Footage
i. creosote removal in progress
Rotary chimney brush + negative-pressure suction working through years of creosote.
Fire Prevention · 90-Minute Service

Chimney
Cleaning.

California chimney fires are largely preventable. Creosote — the sticky, flammable residue of incomplete combustion — accumulates with every fire, igniting once the temperature crosses 451°F. We sweep, inspect, and document every chimney we service across California.

Inside a clogged chimney before professional cleaning
What's Included

Four steps. Every job.

The full California Airduct Pros chimney method — from inspection to final test run. No surprises, no upsells.

Visual exterior inspection of California chimney by California Airduct Pros — full structural assessment from rooftop before professional sweep and creosote removal
01

Exterior Inspection

Full structural assessment from rooftop to firebox. We document the chimney's condition, identify obvious failures, and confirm cleaning scope before any work begins.

Heavy soot and creosote buildup inside California fireplace and firebox before professional sweep by California Airduct Pros — the #1 cause of chimney fires
02

Soot & Creosote Removal

Rotary chimney brush worked through the entire flue. All creosote, soot, and debris captured into sealed HEPA-filtered vacuums — nothing escapes into your living room.

California Airduct Pros cleaning chimney cap, mesh screen, and crown from rooftop — the most overlooked failure point in California home chimneys
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Cap, Screen & Crown

Exterior cap and mesh screen cleaned, crown inspected for cracks, and damper mechanism tested. Often the most overlooked failure point in California chimneys.

Final inspection and documentation of cleaned California chimney by California Airduct Pros — fully restored with written satisfaction guarantee and safe-burn certification
04

Final Check & Guarantee

Verify clear draft and safe burn. Full before/after photo documentation provided for your records — plus our written 100% satisfaction guarantee on every invoice.

What's living inside an uncleaned chimney
Why It Matters

The leading cause of California chimney fires is creosote — not the fireplace.

Creosote accumulates with every burn. After 1-2 winters of regular use, your flue can have a thick, glassy crust on the walls. Creosote ignites at 451°F — easily reached by a hot fire — and once it does, the temperature inside the chimney can exceed 2,000°F. professional sweeping is the only proven prevention.

Beyond fire risk, a creosote-coated flue prevents proper draft — meaning more smoke in your home, lower heating efficiency, and a higher risk of carbon monoxide buildup.

  • Fire prevention — eliminating the #1 cause of California chimney fires.
  • Drying time cut in half — restored airflow means fewer 2-3 cycles to dry a single load.
  • Lower energy bills — most homes save $20-40/month on electricity once the vent is clear.
  • Extended fireplace life — protecting masonry, chimney liner, and damper from heat damage and rust.
Our Promise

Always a free estimate.

We believe a quote can only be given honestly after we've seen your system with our own eyes. Until then — no charge, no obligation, no pressure.

And once we give you a quote, that's the number. We will never charge a dollar more than what's required.

What You Get
  • Free in-home inspection
  • Written, itemized quote
  • Final price guaranteed
  • Honest assessment
Frequently Asked

About chimney cleaning.

Specific questions about chimney service. For general questions, see the main FAQ.

How often should chimneys be cleaned?

Every 1–2 years for typical households, more often if you do 5+ loads per week, have pets that shed, or your vent line is longer than 25 feet. The longer the line, the faster the buildup.

What are the signs I need this done?

Clothes taking 2+ cycles to dry. Dryer hot to the touch. A burning or musty smell when running. Lint visible around the outside vent. Higher than normal electric bills. Any of these = call us today.

How long does it take?

Typical job: 60-90 minutes. Longer or rooftop vents may take up to 2 hours. We give you a precise window when scheduling and don't leave until the test cycle proves full airflow restored.

Will you make a mess in my laundry room?

No. Negative-pressure containment captures every fiber into sealed HEPA vacuums. Drop cloths and shoe covers are standard. We leave the room cleaner than we found it.

Can I bundle this with air duct cleaning?

Yes — and you should. Most homeowners bundle chimney + air duct cleaning in a single visit and save significantly. Both use the same equipment, so combining the services saves us setup time and saves you money.
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