Level 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.
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A Level 2 chimney inspection and cleaning in Lombard typically runs $199-$289 and includes a full camera scan of the flue, a written photo record, and a written price before any work starts. We dispatch crews to Lombard from our Chicago office and carry the most common cap, crown, and liner materials on our trucks to complete jobs in a single visit when possible. Call (331) 253-4980 for a free estimate.
Why Lombard Homes Are Different
Lombard’s housing stock splits into two eras with two distinct chimney problems. Near the historic downtown core and along St. Charles Road, pre-WWII Craftsman and Colonial homes from the 1910s-1940s still stand with large masonry chimneys built for coal boilers, later adapted for gas or oil without proper relining. The rest of the village is dominated by 1950s-1970s ranch and split-level homes whose clay tile flue liners are now 50-70 years old and cracking from freeze-thaw damage.
DuPage County weather delivers 35-40 freeze-thaw cycles annually. That cycling spalls brick faces and erodes mortar joints on exposed crowns and shoulders, which drives our spring water-intrusion calls. In tighter, energy-retrofitted ranch homes, winter winds off the Chicago metro corridor create negative-pressure backdrafting that increases creosote buildup in remaining wood-burning chimneys. The most serious issue we find: gas inserts installed in the 1980s and 1990s with no liner at all, venting corrosive flue gases directly against unlined terra cotta.
Our Main Lombard Services
These are the three services Lombard homeowners call us about most often.
Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Lombard
Every sweep in Lombard starts with an NFPA 211 Level 2 camera inspection. We scan the flue for creosote class, liner condition, and obstruction, then deliver a written price before any cleaning begins. Historic downtown chimneys often need extra attention for coal-era debris and unlined masonry. Chimney Cleaning & Sweep in Lombard
Chimney Repair in Lombard
Freeze-thaw damage keeps us busy with crown rebuilds, shoulder repointing, and brick replacement on Lombard’s postwar ranch chimneys. We document every crack and spall with photos, quote the repair in writing, and back it with our 365-Day Done Right Promise. Chimney Repair in Lombard
Fireplace Services in Lombard
We service factory-built and masonry fireplaces across Lombard, from downtown coal-converted systems to ranch-era wood-burning units with 1990s gas inserts. Every visit includes a smoke chamber inspection, damper check, and documented photo record under Haven Standard Clause 4. Fireplace Services in Lombard
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.
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Chimney cap and crown work in Lombard is driven by the village’s brutal freeze-thaw cycle and two generations of aging masonry. Pre-WWII downtown chimneys often have original concrete crowns poured without reinforcement or overhang, while ranch-era crowns were built to 1950s standards that assumed clay tile liners would last forever. Neither assumption held up. We install and repair caps and crowns across Lombard using materials from our Haven buying network, including Chimney Cap & Crown components from Gelco and Olympia Chimney.
Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Hairline cracks widening after winter, mortar washing out in vertical joints, or water pooling on the crown surface instead of shedding to the drip edge.
What it costs in Lombard
Crown repair in Lombard typically runs $450-$850 depending on crack depth and whether the wash needs full replacement.
How we do it
We grind out cracked mortar, apply a bonding agent, and pour new crown concrete with proper slope and drip edge, then photograph the finished profile for your record.
Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Water stains on the firebox wall, birds or squirrels audible in the flue, or rust streaks running down the chimney face from a missing or deteriorated cap.
What it costs in Lombard
Standard single-flue cap installation in Lombard ranges $275-$495; multi-flue caps or custom sizes run higher.
How we do it
We measure the flue or crown footprint, fabricate or order the correct cap from our Gelco or Olympia Chimney inventory, and secure it with masonry screws and high-temp sealant.
What Chimney Cap & Crown Costs in Lombard
| Item | Typical range in Lombard |
|---|---|
| Crown repair (crack sealing and resurfacing) | $450-$850 |
| Full crown rebuild (concrete pour) | $1,200-$2,400 |
| Single-flue cap installation | $275-$495 |
| Multi-flue cap installation | $550-$950 |
| Crown coating (sealer application) | $350-$650 |
How long does a crown repair last in Lombard?
A properly poured crown with correct slope and overhang lasts 15-25 years even with DuPage County freeze-thaw cycling; coating alone buys 3-5 years before cracks reopen. We warranty crown repairs for one year and document the finished condition under Haven Standard Clause 4.
Can you match a cap to my chimney’s dimensions?
Yes, we measure on site and source from Gelco and Olympia Chimney’s standard and custom lines; most single-flue and multi-flue caps install within a week if not same-day from truck stock.
Chimney Liner & Rebuild in Lombard
Lombard’s split housing stock makes relining our most critical safety service. Downtown’s coal-era chimneys were never lined for modern gas appliances, and ranch-era clay tile is now cracked by decades of freeze-thaw and corrosive condensation from 1980s gas inserts. We find unlined gas venting in roughly one of every five Lombard ranch homes we inspect. Chimney Liner & Rebuild work uses DuraFlex and HeatShield materials sourced through our Haven buying network.
Stainless Steel Liner
Signs you need it
Clay tile chunks in the firebox, condensate stains on the chimney face, or a gas appliance venting into an unlined or partially lined flue.
What it costs in Lombard
Flexible stainless steel liner installation in Lombard typically ranges $2,800-$4,500 for a standard fireplace or furnace flue.
How we do it
We camera-inspect the full flue, measure for diameter and length, drop a DuraFlex continuous liner with proper top and bottom connections, and pressure-test gas appliance liners before sign-off.
Partial Rebuild
Signs you need it
Spalling brick above the roofline, a leaning chimney shoulder, or missing mortar joints that let water cascade into the wall cavity.
What it costs in Lombard
Partial chimney rebuilds in Lombard start around $3,500 and can reach $7,500 depending on height, scaffolding needs, and whether the crown is also replaced.
How we do it
We dismantle to sound masonry, salvage matching brick when possible, rebuild with proper bond and weep holes, and install a new reinforced crown with correct overhang.
What Chimney Liner & Rebuild Costs in Lombard
| Item | Typical range in Lombard |
|---|---|
| Flexible stainless steel liner (fireplace) | $2,800-$4,500 |
| Flexible stainless steel liner (furnace/gas) | $2,200-$3,800 |
| Liner replacement (remove and reline) | $3,200-$5,500 |
| Partial chimney rebuild | $3,500-$7,500 |
| Full chimney rebuild | $8,500-$15,000 |
Does every old chimney in Lombard need a new liner?
Not every one, but any chimney serving a gas appliance without a listed liner fails modern code and poses a carbon monoxide risk; our camera inspection determines whether the existing clay tile can be certified or must be replaced. Call (331) 253-4980 for a free estimate.
How disruptive is a liner installation?
Most flexible liner jobs in Lombard finish in one day with minimal interior disruption; we seal the work area, run the liner from top or bottom as the house layout allows, and leave a photo record and written warranty.
Brands We Service in Lombard
We stock caps, liners, and repair materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney on our Lombard-area trucks, with Famco and Copperfield specials available next-day through our Haven buying network. Most standard repairs need no ordering wait.
Pricing for Chimney Cleaning in Lombard, IL
| Service | Typical range in Lombard |
|---|---|
| Level 2 chimney inspection with camera scan | $199-$289 |
| Chimney sweep and cleaning | $179-$259 |
| Crown repair (crack sealing) | $450-$850 |
| Full crown rebuild | $1,200-$2,400 |
| Single-flue cap installation | $275-$495 |
| Multi-flue cap installation | $550-$950 |
| Flexible stainless steel liner (fireplace) | $2,800-$4,500 |
| Flexible stainless steel liner (furnace/gas) | $2,200-$3,800 |
| Partial chimney rebuild | $3,500-$7,500 |
| Full chimney rebuild | $8,500-$15,000 |
Price in Lombard pushes higher when we need scaffolding for tall ranch chimneys, when clay tile is fused and must be removed before relining, or when matching vintage brick downtown requires special orders. Every job gets a written price before work starts, with no exceptions, under Haven Standard Clause 1.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lombard
We work across Lombard’s full village limits, from the historic downtown core to the postwar ranch subdivisions. Crews typically arrive within a scheduled two-hour window.
- Historic Downtown / St. Charles Road corridor
- Westmore-Southmore area
- Manor Hill
- Butterfield East
- East Lombard (near Yorktown Center)
Service Area - Cities Near Lombard
Our crews cover the full DuPage County corridor and adjacent Cook County suburbs. We regularly schedule same-week appointments in Glen Ellyn, IL, Elmhurst, IL, Downers Grove, IL, and Wheaton, IL, with dispatch coordinated from our Chicago office to keep travel times short and arrival windows reliable.
Serving Lombard, IL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lombard 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 Lombard
Lombard follows DuPage County building codes; most liner installations and rebuilds require a permit, which we pull as part of the job, while routine sweeps and cap replacements typically do not. We handle the paperwork and inspection scheduling.
We usually book Level 2 inspections within 3-5 business days during peak fall season, and within 1-2 weeks in spring and summer; live phone support runs 24/7 to find the next available slot.
Yes, we cover all Lombard addresses village-wide, including areas near the Glen Ellyn and Downers Grove borders, with no extra travel charge.
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 Lombard Customers Say
"Found a bird nest and a blocked flue we had no idea about. Photographed everything, cleared it, and explained what the smell had been."
- Curtis V."They told me the flue was fine and I did not need a liner. Charged me for the inspection and nothing else. That is why I have called them twice since."
- Hal M."Cap and crown replaced after water was getting in. Price was quoted in writing, and they showed me the mortar failure first."
- Neil O.