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 Westwood, CA
Most chimney work in Westwood comes down to one thing: older masonry chimneys on hillside lots that have been through decades of wet winters, dry summers, and the occasional seismic nudge. We’re Ashby Chimney Los Angeles, and we handle chimney sweeps, inspections, and fireplace repairs across Westwood with written pricing before any work begins. Whether you’re up in Little Holmby with a 1930s Spanish Colonial or closer to Holmby Hills with a mid-century fireplace that hasn’t been opened in years, call (213) 652-7061 and we’ll talk through what you’re seeing.
Why Westwood Homes Are Different
Westwood’s chimney stock skews older, and that changes how we approach every job. Most homes here were built between the 1920s and 1950s, and the original masonry chimneys are still in place in a lot of them. Clay tile liners from that era crack with age, and when they do, combustion gases and creosote find their way into places they shouldn’t. Add Westwood’s dry summer fire season and the Santa Ana winds that push embers and debris around, and a chimney that would be fine in a flat, newer development needs real attention here.
The hillside neighborhoods are their own animal. In Little Holmby and Westwood Hills, we regularly see cracked crowns and spalling brick caused by seismic settling, the slow shifting of foundations on sloped lots. Flatland homes near Century City don’t deal with that the same way. Westwood’s mild, wet winters also mean moisture works its way into brick and mortar, and when the dry season hits, that trapped moisture expands and contracts through the flue. Wood-burning fireplaces are common here, which means creosote accumulation is a year-round concern, not a seasonal afterthought.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Westwood Services
Most Westwood homeowners call us for one of two things: a chimney sweep to clear out creosote and debris, or an inspection to figure out whether their aging flue is safe to use. Fireplace repair tends to follow the inspection. Each service has its own Westwood page with full pricing and details.
Chimney Sweep in Westwood
A chimney sweep in Westwood means more than clearing soot. Older homes here burn wood through original flues that haven’t always been maintained, and creosote, the tar-like residue from wood smoke, builds up along the clay liner walls. Left alone, it’s fuel. We remove it with rotary brushes sized to your flue, and we check for debris, bird nests, and the kind of blockages that Santa Ana winds blow in. Full details and local pricing are on our Chimney Sweep in Westwood page.
Chimney Inspection in Westwood
Westwood’s hillside homes need inspections that account for structural movement, not just soot. Our inspection includes a camera run through the flue so we can show you exactly what we see: cracked clay tiles, deteriorating mortar joints, gaps where liner sections have separated. If you’re buying a 1940s house in Westwood Hills, or you haven’t used your fireplace in years and want to start again, start here. Details are on the Chimney Inspection in Westwood page.
Fireplace Repair in Westwood
What we find in Westwood most often: cracked firebox panels, damaged dampers, and spalled brick on the exterior chimney. Seismic settling in hillside neighborhoods accelerates all of it. Repairs range from minor mortar work to full flue liner replacement, and we use materials from chimney-trade brands like DuraFlex and Olympia Chimney so the fix lasts. Nothing gets recommended without camera evidence you can see. The full scope is on our Fireplace Repair in Westwood 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.
Brands We Service in Westwood
We work on chimneys and fireplaces built by the major brands common in Westwood homes, including Olympia Chimney, Copperfield, and Famco. Common replacement parts are stocked locally for faster turnaround, and specialty components are ordered direct from the manufacturer. See the full list on our brands page.
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| Service | Typical range in Westwood |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, wood-burning fireplace) | $180 – $320 |
| Chimney sweep (heavy creosote or blockage) | $260 – $400 |
| Chimney inspection (Level 1, visual) | $120 – $190 |
| Chimney inspection (Level 2, with camera) | $240 – $380 |
| Flue liner replacement (clay, partial) | $900 – $1,800 |
| Flue liner replacement (stainless steel, full) | $2,400 – $4,600 |
| Fireplace damper repair/replacement | $220 – $480 |
| Firebox repair (minor mortar and brick) | $350 – $800 |
| Crown repair or rebuild | $450 – $1,100 |
Hillside access and structural movement push some Westwood jobs toward the higher end of these ranges. A leaking chimney crown on a sloped lot often requires scaffolding or roof work that a flatland job doesn’t. Whatever the number is, you’ll see it in writing before we start, and the invoice will match the quote.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Westwood
We cover the full Westwood area, from the flats near UCLA to the higher elevations where chimney access gets trickier and structural movement shows up more often. We’re typically able to schedule Westwood visits within a day or two, depending on the season.
- Little Holmby
- Westwood Hills
- Holmby Hills
- Westwood Village
- North Westwood
Service Area – Cities Near Westwood
Our crews serve Westwood and the surrounding Los Angeles neighborhoods. If you’re in Brentwood, CA, Sun Valley, CA, Sherman Oaks, CA, or North Hollywood, CA, we cover those areas too. Same written pricing, same guarantee, same team.
Serving Westwood, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Westwood 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 Westwood
Most Westwood appointments are scheduled within a day or two. Chimney sweeps and inspections don’t carry the same urgency as an active fire or a gas leak, so we book in the order calls come in. If your chimney has an active problem, tell us when you call and we’ll work you in sooner.
Simple sweeps and Level 1 inspections don’t require permits anywhere in Westwood. Structural repairs, like a full liner replacement or crown rebuild, may require city approval depending on scope and property type. We’ll let you know before any work is scheduled if a permit is involved.
Yes, we work in gated communities throughout Westwood, including parts of Holmby Hills and Little Holmby. We coordinate access with you or your property manager before the appointment. There’s no extra charge for gated access, though advance notice helps keep the schedule on time.
If your chimney hasn’t been looked at in a while, or you’re seeing anything that concerns you, call (213) 652-7061 for a free estimate. We’ll answer the phone, give you a straight answer, and if work is needed, you’ll have the price in writing before anything starts.
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 Westwood Customers Say
"We smelled something off every time the heat kicked on. Turned out to be debris in the flue. He cleared it and the smell was gone. Patient explaining it all to a first timer like me."
- Annette Prosser"No upsell nonsense. I expected him to tell me I needed a thousand dollars of work. He said the firebox was fine, swept it, and charged me the quote. That kind of honesty gets my repeat business."
- Steve Karras"Annual cleaning. Drop cloth down, vacuum running, hearth spotless after. No pressure to buy a cap or anything extra. Just did what I booked and charged the quote."
- Keith Donovan