Quality Chimney Services Throughout Pasadena
CSIA-certified chimney sweep professionals serving Pasadena and surrounding areas. Expert chimney cleaning, inspection, repair, and fireplace services with same-day availability.

What this visit covers
Fireplace and chimney care for older and newer homes
Thorough sweep, inspection, and repair coordination
Clear scheduling and phone-first support
Fireplace and chimney care for older and newer homes
Thorough sweep, inspection, and repair coordination
Clear scheduling and phone-first support

How We Work
Measured findings, clear scheduling, and fireplace care that respects the home.
Calm, premium service for homeowners who want clear answers.
Forge Path Services Chimney Sweep has been serving Pasadena homeowners with professional chimney and fireplace services. Our team of certified technicians is dedicated to keeping your home safe and your fireplace functioning efficiently.
We walk homeowners through the condition of the flue, firebox, cap, crown, and visible masonry so the next step is easy to understand.
We keep things focused on home safety, clean job sites, and repair advice that matches how you actually use your fireplace.
Certified and insured
Phone-first scheduling
Trusted local reputation
Clear inspection notes
What Clients Want
A fireplace team that explains the condition, handles the work cleanly, and keeps scheduling simple.
That standard guides every sweep, inspection, repair visit, and phone callback.
Built for Craftsman Chimneys
Pasadena's 1910s-1930s Craftsman bungalows and Spanish Colonial homes have masonry chimneys that crack and shift after a century of seismic activity. We specialize in structural chimney repair and crown rebuilds that match original mortar profiles and period aesthetics, so your chimney holds up for another hundred years.
CSIA-Certified Inspections
Every technician on our crew holds current CSIA certification and performs inspections to NFPA 211 standards. When you're buying or selling a home in Pasadena's competitive market, our Level 2 camera inspections give you documentation that agents and buyers actually trust.
Serving the Foothills Year-Round
From Bradbury estates backing up to the Angeles National Forest to older neighborhoods in Azusa and Irwindale, we know how wildfire exposure, ember intrusion risk, and seasonal Santa Ana winds affect chimney safety across the San Gabriel Valley. We schedule service within the week, not the month.
Earthquake Damage, Caught Early
Pasadena sits near the Raymond Fault, and even moderate shaking causes micro-cracking in mortar joints and chimney crowns that you can't see from ground level. We inspect for seismic damage during every visit and flag structural issues before water intrusion turns a small crack into a full rebuild.
Full-service chimney and fireplace care.
Every job starts with a full assessment. We document the condition, explain what needs attention, and match the right service to your home.
Chimney Sweep
One visit, one price: we sweep the chimney and check its condition. Same-day slots open in Pasadena and Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley.
Chimney Inspection
A full top-to-bottom chimney inspection in Pasadena. Every part gets checked, your report comes same day, and we can sweep while we're there.
Chimney Repair
Crown repair, tuckpointing, and liner work in Pasadena. Licensed and insured, with materials color-matched to your chimney.
Fireplace Inspection
A fireplace inspection in Pasadena that catches refractory cracks, sticky dampers, and worn smoke shelves before they turn into bigger problems.
Fireplace Repair
Fireplace repair in Pasadena, built around what your inspection turns up. Licensed, insured, materials matched to your fireplace.
Chimney Level 2 Inspection
Selling or buying in Pasadena? Our Level 2 chimney inspection covers the camera scan and same-day report you need. CSIA-certified.
Chimney Cap Installation
New or replacement chimney caps in Pasadena. Stainless steel, spark arrestor mesh, keeps animals out too.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Flashing repair and replacement in Pasadena. We stop roof leaks right where the chimney meets the roof.
Chimney Masonry Repair
Tuckpointing, brick replacement, mortar restoration, all done by licensed masons in Pasadena, color-matched to your home.
Chimney Rebuilds
Partial or full chimney rebuilds in Pasadena, for earthquake damage, structural failure, or bringing an old chimney up to code.
Fireplace Cleaning
Fireplace cleaning in Pasadena for wood-burning, gas, and electric units alike.
Gas Fireplace Cleaning
Gas fireplace cleaning and maintenance in Pasadena. We service the pilot, thermocouple, burner, and logs.
Gas Fireplace Repair
Gas fireplace repair in Pasadena. We diagnose pilot lights, thermocouples, gas valves, and ignition trouble.
Fireplace Remodel
Fireplace remodels and surround upgrades in Pasadena. Stone, tile, mantels, or a full insert conversion.
Fireplace Inserts
Fireplace insert installs in Pasadena. Gas, wood, or electric, all fit into your existing masonry fireplace.
Pellet Stove Repair
Pellet stove repair in Pasadena. We troubleshoot augers, igniters, blowers, and control boards.
Wood Stove Repair
Wood stove repair in Pasadena. Baffles, firebrick, gaskets, catalytic combustors, we fix them all.
Gas Logs
Gas log installs in Pasadena. Vented or ventless sets, built for your existing masonry fireplace.
What homeowners ask before booking
Straightforward answers to the most common chimney and fireplace questions. Still unsure? Call us at (818) 671-0728.
From first call to clean chimney
A straightforward process with no surprises. Here is what to expect when you book with us.
Book Your Pasadena Inspection
Call or book online, and we'll schedule a visit within the week. We ask about your chimney's age and any visible damage so our CSIA-certified technician arrives with the right equipment for Pasadena's older masonry construction.
Pre-Visit Structural Briefing
Before we show up, you'll receive our technician's CSIA credentials and a checklist of what we'll evaluate, including crown condition, mortar joint integrity, and earthquake micro-cracking common in pre-1940s Pasadena brick chimneys. If you've noticed spalling or water stains, send us photos ahead of time so we can plan accordingly.
On-Site Inspection and Sweep
We perform a full NFPA 211 inspection, sweep the flue, and give the crown and cap a hands-on structural assessment. Many Pasadena homes near the Arroyo Seco and in Bungalow Heaven have original mortar crowns that have cracked over decades of thermal cycling and seismic activity, and we document every crack, gap, and deterioration point with close-up photos.
Photo Report with Repair Plan
Within 48 hours, you get a detailed photo report showing your chimney's current condition and a prioritized repair plan. If your crown needs a rebuild or your mortar joints need repointing, we spec out the exact scope of work, materials, and timeline rather than giving you a vague estimate.
Structural Repair Follow-Through
We schedule crown rebuilds, cap replacements, and masonry repairs based on urgency. After every structural repair, we re-inspect with a camera scan to confirm the flue is sound and the crown sheds water properly, then send you updated documentation for your records.
Available 7 AM to 7 PM daily. Same-day service available.
Local chimney care for every neighborhood we serve
We work across 14 communities in Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley. Search below or browse the full list to find your area.
Los Angeles
the City of Los Angeles and its many neighborhoods
A visit to a Los Angeles chimney starts with a full walkthrough of the firebox, flue, and crown, whether the home has an older masonry build or a newer factory-built system. We photograph what we find in each neighborhood so the visit leaves you with a clear record, not just a verbal summary.
ZIP codes: 90012, 90025, 90026, 90027, 90034 +1
Alhambra
Alhambra and the neighborhoods stretching across the western San Gabriel Valley
Most of the original brick chimneys we open up in Alhambra go back to the 1920s, so before we touch the mortar we photograph every joint and note where decades of seismic activity have left cracks or shifting. That photo set becomes the record we compare against on the next visit.
ZIP codes: 91801, 91802, 91803, 91804, 91896 +1
Altadena
Altadena, set against the San Gabriel Mountain foothills a few miles north of Pasadena
This foothill community carries one of the densest concentrations of early-1900s Craftsman and masonry construction in the region, and after the Eaton Fire moved through in January 2025, a lot of our visits here start with photographing structural condition before any rebuild conversation goes further. That documentation is what insurance adjusters and contractors both end up asking for.
ZIP codes: 91001, 91003
Arcadia
Arcadia and the central San Gabriel Valley
Arcadia features some of the most valuable residential real estate in the San Gabriel Valley. Many properties have been extensively renovated or rebuilt, creating a mix of original masonry chimneys and modern fireplace systems.
ZIP codes: 91006, 91007, 91066, 91077
More areas
10 more areas in our directory
Why it matters locally
Coastal corrosion, foothill wildfire, valley heat - all handled differently
Where you live changes what your chimney needs. Salt air, seismic age, Santa Ana winds - we plan each job around what your neighborhood actually faces.
Historic masonry
Older Craftsman and bungalow neighborhoods across the region have original brick chimneys that need mortar, crown, and seismic review - not just a sweep.
Foothill fire prep
Homes near canyon and foothill areas need tighter spark arrestors and annual cap inspections. We know which neighborhoods carry the most ember risk.
Coastal hardware
Salt air chews through standard chimney caps and dampers fast. Stainless steel and copper components are the practical choice for anything near the coast.
Get a free chimney estimate in Pasadena
CSIA-certified technicians. Same-day scheduling. Written estimates. Call now or fill in the form and we will call you back.
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