Chimney Services in Rancho Mirage CA

For 30+ years, Ye Olde Brit Chimney Sweep has helped homeowners in Rancho Mirage and other Riverside County, CA, communities with the important services their chimneys need to run safely and efficiently.
Here are some of the ways we can help you.

Chimney Inspections

Annual chimney inspections are the best way to learn of early signs of damage and malfunction and get them resolved quickly.

Ye Olde Brit offers all three recognized inspection levels:

Level 1: Basic annual safety inspection.

Level 2: Uses video imaging and is performed when:

• Damage is suspected
• You’re altering your chimney system
• You’re selling your home

Level 3: When major damage is known to exist.

Chimney Sweep Rancho Mirage, CA

Chimney sweeping removes flammable creosote and obstruction-causing debris from a chimney flue. We recommend that our Rancho Mirage, CA, customers schedule this service annually to help prevent chimney fires and backups of smoke and deadly carbon monoxide.
All chimney sweeping jobs include a professional inspection.

Chimney Repairs and Rebuilding

A damaged chimney can quickly become a dangerous chimney. We serve Rancho Mirage, CA, with code-compliant repair and rebuilding services. For example:

• Masonry repair, brick replacement and tuckpointing
• Complete and partial chimney rebuilding; historic chimney restorations
• Chimney crown repair and rebuilding
• Chimney liner repair and relining (we use HeatShield for outstanding results)
• Chimney flashing repair and replacement
• Chimney top repair and installation (see below)
• Solutions for leaky chimneys and drafting problems

Chimney Tops

Chimney top components are essential to the performance and safety of your entire chimney system.

Chimney tops include:

• Full-width chimney caps
• Basic flue covers
• Chimney chase covers for manufactured chimneys
• Top-mount chimney dampers

These components keep rain, debris and small animals out of your flue pipe. Except for flue covers, they all guard the entire top of the chimney, including the concrete chimney crown. If your chimney top is damaged, we’ll either repair it or replace it.

Rancho Mirage, CA, Dryer Vent Cleaning

Ranch Mirage, CA, homeowners trust us to keep their clothes dryer vents clean and safe. A clogged vent can cause the machine to work harder and wear out faster. It can also cause clothes to take longer to dry, which increases utility bills. The biggest concern, of course, is a dryer fire. We clean all types of dryer venting systems.

Avoid Chimney Service Scams in Rancho Mirage, CA

Unscrupulous chimney companies and outright scammers often show up in and around Rancho Mirage, CA. Don’t get taken – follow these guidelines:

• Ask for their business license and proof of insurance
• Ask for local customer references and follow up
• Confirm they have a reputable website
• Don’t pay for the work up front
• Get a second opinion
• Beware if they show up in unmarked vehicles

Looking for a New Fireplace or Stove?

Let us help you find the perfect new fireplace, fireplace insert or stove!  You don’t have to live with a fireplace that won’t heat well or an old, inefficient stove. We’ll help you transform your room with beauty, comfort and consistent heating performance. Our expert fireplace and stove installations meets all California state and local code requirements.

Rancho Mirage Chimney Services

Regardless of the chimney issue, we have the right answers and solutions. Ye Olde Brit serves Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Cathedral City, Thousand Palms and other communities throughout Riverside County, California. Reach a chimney expert at (909) 880-2120, or get in touch with our handy contact form.