Chimney Cleaning Services in Lennox, CA
A standard chimney cleaning in Lennox runs $189 to $329 for most single-flue systems, and we’re typically on-site within 24 to 48 hours of your call. Hearthstone Chimney Co. has been working Lennox chimneys since 2014, and we answer our phones with a live person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (844) 803-1545.
We know the chimneys here. The 1940s bungalows along Lennox Boulevard, the duplex courts tucked between serving Hawthorne, CA and Inglewood, the original clay flue tiles that have seen seventy-plus years of marine layer and jet exhaust. If you live in the 90304, your chimney was likely built in an era when fireplaces were the primary heat source, and it has probably been neglected since central heating arrived. That is the chimney we restore.
What happens when you call
- 1
A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
- 2
You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
- 3
A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
- 4
You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Why Lennox Homeowners Choose Hearthstone Chimney Co.
Lennox is not a city that rewards shortcuts. The housing stock is old, the lots are tight, and the problems in your flue are specific to this place. We have earned the trust of homeowners here by treating each job as if we will be back next year, and the year after, because we will be. Hearthstone Chimney Co. has served local communities for over 42 years, and we plan to be answering calls in Lennox thirty years from now. That changes how you work.
Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and complete most jobs in a single visit. We document every inspection with photos you can see and a plain-English verdict. Our Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Lennox includes a Level-2 camera inspection as standard, not an upsell. The 90-Day Done Right Promise governs everything we do: Krafted right, Every time, Your home first, Standing behind it. In writing, no arguing.
We are particularly familiar with the chimney conditions in the neighborhoods near Lennox Park and along Century Boulevard, where the original masonry has endured decades of coastal moisture and thermal cycling. Our response time to these areas is typically same-day or next-day, depending on call volume.
Chimney Cleaning Services We Offer in Lennox
Chimney Cleaning & Sweep
Our standard sweep removes soot, debris, and obstructive buildup from the firebox through the flue cap. In Lennox, this often includes bird nesting, rodent debris, and that thin carbonaceous film from jet exhaust that settles in uncapped flues near the LAX approach corridors. We use professional-grade brushes and vacuums, and every cleaning ends with a camera inspection and photos you receive directly.
Learn more about our Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Lennox.

Chimney Repair
Lennox’s original single-wythe brick chimneys suffer from crumbling mortar joints, spalled brick faces, and deteriorated crown concrete. We rebuild what can be saved and replace what cannot, using professional-grade materials from HeatShield and Olympia Chimney. No builder-grade substitutes.
Learn more about our Chimney Repair in Lennox.

Fireplace Services
Gas log sets, damper repairs, smoke chamber parging, and firebox refractory panel replacement. Most Lennox fireplaces have not been serviced in years, and the dampers are often frozen open or corroded shut from disuse. We restore function and safety.
Learn more about our Fireplace Services in Lennox.

Chimney Cap & Crown Installation
our Chimney Cap & Crown in Lennox stops rain, debris, and jet exhaust particulates from entering your flue. We fabricate and install caps from Gelco and Famco in stainless steel and copper, sized to Lennox’s older, often non-standard chimney dimensions. Crown repairs use professional-grade pourable compounds rated for coastal UV exposure.
Learn more about our Chimney Cap & Crown in Lennox.

Chimney Liner & Rebuild
When clay flue tiles crack or mortar joints fail, our Chimney Liner & Rebuild in Lennox installs stainless steel liners from DuraFlex or performs partial or full rebuilds. The tight lot spacing in Lennox makes liner installation challenging, but our technicians are equipped for confined-space rigging and have navigated these properties hundreds of times.
Learn more about our Chimney Liner & Rebuild in Lennox.

Neighborhoods We Serve in Lennox
We respond to calls throughout Lennox, with typical arrival within 24 to 48 hours. These are the areas we know best:
- The Lennox Boulevard corridor, with its concentrated post-war bungalows and original masonry
- Properties near Lennox Park, where chimney access often requires working around mature ficus root systems
- The duplex courts between Prairie Avenue and Hawthorne Boulevard, with their tight side-yard clearances
- Homes along Century Boulevard, where LAX flight path exposure is most pronounced
Why Lennox’s Climate & Housing Affect Chimney Cleaning
Lennox sits under some of the busiest flight approach corridors in the world, and that matters for your chimney. Our technicians frequently find a thin, oily carbonaceous film coating the upper flue sections of uncapped or open-damper chimneys here, residue from jet exhaust that drifts down into the flue. This is not wood-source creosote. It behaves differently under inspection lighting, has a distinct petroleum odor, and must be identified before standard cleaning begins. We disclose what we find, photograph it, and explain whether it requires specialized removal or is simply part of the local condition you should monitor.
The marine layer off Santa Monica Bay keeps temperatures mild enough that most Lennox residents use their fireplaces only a handful of times per year, if at all. This disuse creates its own hazards. Dampers corrode in the closed position. Birds and rodents nest in the warm, sheltered flue. Debris accumulates undisturbed. By the time a homeowner notices a problem, it is often a full obstruction or a damaged liner rather than a simple soot buildup. The typical Lennox chimney job is restoration of a neglected system, not routine maintenance. That requires a different approach, more time, and honest assessment of what has deteriorated.
The housing stock compounds this. Lennox was built almost entirely in the 1940s through 1960s, small bungalows and duplexes with single-wythe brick chimneys and original clay flue tiles. The mortar joints are seventy-plus years old. The tight lot density means roof access requires navigating between structures with minimal clearance. We bring the right ladders, the right rigging, and the patience these properties demand.
Pricing for Chimney Cleaning in Lennox
We believe in no-hassle upfront pricing. The number on your estimate is the number on your invoice.
| Service | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Standard single-flue chimney cleaning & sweep | $189 - $329 |
| Level-2 camera inspection (included with cleaning) | $0 - $149 if standalone |
| Chimney cap installation (stainless steel) | $289 - $549 |
| Crown repair or rebuild | $449 - $1,199 |
| Damper repair or replacement | $249 - $689 |
| Chimney liner installation (stainless steel) | $1,899 - $3,799 |
Current offers: $50 off any repair over $250. Free second opinion on any written estimate. $89 seasonal tune-up. Permanent 5% senior and veteran discount. Call (844) 803-1545 for an exact quote on your specific chimney. Estimates are free.
Service Area - Cities Near Lennox
We work throughout the South Bay and Westside. Homeowners in home territory extend to Del Aire, Hawthorne, Inglewood, and El Segundo. Each community has its own chimney characteristics, and we adjust our approach accordingly. If you are unsure whether we cover your address, call and ask. A live person will answer.
Serving Lennox, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in our Del Aire service 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 Cleaning in Lennox
Most single-flue chimney cleanings in Lennox cost between $189 and $329, including the Level-2 camera inspection. Two-flue systems or chimneys with significant debris accumulation from long disuse may run higher. Call (844) 803-1545 for a free estimate specific to your chimney.
The NFPA recommends annual inspection for all chimneys, regardless of use. In Lennox, where fireplaces often sit idle for months, the bigger risk is nesting, debris, and damper corrosion rather than creosote buildup. We find that a cleaning every one to two years, with annual inspection, keeps most Lennox systems safe and functional. Call us to schedule.
If you live near the LAX flight path, it is likely a carbonaceous residue from jet exhaust that settles into uncapped or open-damper flues. This is distinct from wood creosote and should be identified before cleaning. Our technicians document it with photos and explain whether specialized removal is needed. Call (844) 803-1545 to have it inspected.
Yes. Lennox’s narrow side yards and close structure spacing are familiar terrain for our technicians. We carry specialized ladders and rigging for confined-space access, and most jobs are completed in a single visit. We will assess access during your free estimate and tell you honestly if anything unusual is required.
For most 1940s to 1960s Lennox chimneys, targeted repair of the crown, cap, and deteriorated mortar joints is far more economical than full rebuild, often extending service life by decades. We replace only what is truly unsalvageable and show you the photos so you can decide. Our free second opinion on any written estimate ensures you have the information to make a sound choice. Call (844) 803-1545 to schedule an inspection.
Ready to have your Lennox chimney inspected, cleaned, or restored? Call Hearthstone Chimney Co. at (844) 803-1545. A live person will answer, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We will give you a free estimate, show up when we say, and stand behind our work with the 90-Day Done Right Promise. Done right, and we stand behind it.
Written by the team at Hearthstone Chimney Co., serving Lennox and local communities since 1984.
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.
- 3A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, typically within 60-minute.
- 4You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
What Los Angeles Customers Say
"Showed up fast, fixed it right the first time, and the price matched the quote. Couldn't ask for more."
- Verified local homeowner"Professional from the first call. Explained everything clearly and left the area spotless."
- Verified local homeowner"Called in the morning, problem solved by afternoon. Honest, upfront pricing - highly recommend."
- Verified local homeowner