Dryer Vent Cleaning
Full-length lint removal from the dryer to the outside cap, with an airflow check.
- Lint removal
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Malibu, CA · Owner-operated
Chimney Sweep in Malibu, CA
Chimney cleaning, inspection, wood stove and fireplace cleaning, and chimney cap installation for Malibu, Topanga and canyon homes.
- 20+ years of experience
- Phone answered 24/7
- Before-and-after photos
Quick answer
A chimney sweep removes soot and creosote from the flue to reduce fire risk and improve draft. Crystal Air Duct Solutions sweeps chimneys, inspects the flue, damper and cap, cleans wood stoves and fireplaces, and installs chimney caps that keep out rain, animals and sparks.
Chimney Sweep
Chimney Sweep done thoroughly, by the owner
Creosote builds up every time you burn wood, and a thick layer can catch fire. Canyon homes in Topanga and the Malibu hills that rely on fireplaces and wood stoves through winter need a yearly sweep.
In fire country, a chimney cap with a spark screen matters too. It helps stop embers from escaping the flue and keeps birds and animals out.
Call (310) 361-9813 any time; the phone is answered 24/7, and appointments run every day from 6 AM to 8 PM.
What's included
- Flue swept from firebox to cap
- Creosote and soot removed
- Damper, smoke chamber and cap inspected
- Wood stove and fireplace cleaning
- Chimney cap and spark screen installation
- Photos and a clear report on condition
Before you light the first fire
Book a sweep in fall before the first fire of the season. Signs you need one sooner: a smoky smell indoors, smoke that does not draft well, black flakes in the firebox, or animal sounds in the chimney.
If you have not used the fireplace in years, an inspection is the place to start.
How it works
What to expect
Every job follows the same careful steps.
Inspect
We look inside the registers, returns and accessible duct runs and show you photos of what we find before quoting.
Protect
Floors, furniture and the area around each vent are covered before any equipment comes inside.
Connect the vacuum
A high-powered vacuum is connected to the system so loosened dust is pulled out, not pushed into your rooms.
Brush and clean
Rotary brushes and air whips work through each supply and return run, boot and register.
Fix what is needed
Loose connections, torn tape or damaged sections we find are pointed out, with repair options before any extra work.
Walk through the results
You see before-and-after photos, and we answer every question before we leave.
Questions
Questions we hear often
How often should a chimney be swept?
Once a year for fireplaces and wood stoves that are used regularly.
Do you install chimney caps?
Yes. We install chimney caps with spark screens to keep out rain, animals and embers.
Do you clean wood stoves?
Yes. We clean wood stoves, fireboxes and smoke chambers.
Is the sweep messy?
No. We cover the hearth and surrounding area and use a vacuum to contain soot.
Near you
Chimney Sweep near you
We provide chimney sweep across Malibu and these nearby communities.
Other services
Related services
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Ash, soot and smoke residue removed from ductwork after a fire or heavy smoke days.
- Ash and soot
- Smoke odor
- After fire season
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Furnace cleaning, AC coil cleaning, filter changes and air purifier or UV light installs.
- Furnace tune-ups
- AC coil cleaning
- Air filters
Air Duct Cleaning
Whole-home cleaning of supply and return ducts, boots, registers and grilles for Malibu homes.
- Residential
- Supply and return
- Before-and-after photos
Need chimney sweep?
Call any time; our phone is answered 24/7. Appointments every day from 6 AM to 8 PM.