Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 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.
Chimney Company in Madera, CA
Alcott Chimney Sweep handles chimney cleaning, inspection, and gas fireplace repair for homeowners throughout Madera, CA. Most of the chimneys we work on here sit atop ranch-style homes built between the 1950s and 1970s, and many still have their original clay tile liners. That matters because Madera’s damp, foggy winters push creosote buildup faster than homeowners expect, especially when the fireplace burns almond or walnut orchard prunings. If you need a chimney company in Madera that shows up announced, with a written price before any work starts, call us at (559) 215-1714.
Why Madera Homes Are Different
Madera’s housing stock tells a clear story. Drive through neighborhoods near Howard Road or over by the older subdivisions off Olive Avenue, and you’ll see block after block of mid-century ranch homes with original masonry fireplaces. Those fireplaces were built well, but the clay tile liners inside them are now 50 to 70 years old. Temperature swings between hot summers and cold winter nights cause those tiles to crack, and cracked liners let heat and gases reach the brickwork behind them. We routinely find hairline fractures during inspections that homeowners had no reason to suspect.
The firewood habit here also shapes the work. A lot of Madera homeowners burn almond and walnut prunings from local orchards. That wood burns hot and fast, and it produces a heavier, stickier creosote than seasoned oak. Combine that with winter inversion layers that trap smoke close to the ground, and a clean-burning fireplace becomes a safety and air-quality issue, not just a maintenance checkbox. We see chimneys in Madera that need sweeping twice per season when orchard wood is the primary fuel.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Madera Services
These are the three services Madera homeowners call us about most, each with its own dedicated page covering local details, pricing, and what to expect.
Chimney Sweep in Madera
A proper sweep in Madera means removing creosote from the flue walls, clearing out the smoke shelf, and checking the damper operates smoothly. With orchard prunings as common firewood, we often find glazed creosote that needs more than a basic brushing. Our techs bring professional-grade tools and a camera so you can see the flue before and after. Every sweep in Madera includes a written price before work begins, never a surprise add-on at the door. Learn more on our Chimney Sweep in Madera page.
Chimney Inspection in Madera
An inspection in Madera is about finding what a sweep can’t reach: cracked clay tiles, deteriorating mortar joints, or water intrusion from valley fog and rain. We use a camera system to document the full length of the flue and give you a photo report so you can see exactly what we found. For older ranch homes near the downtown core, this is the step that tells you whether the liner is still doing its job. Details on inspection levels and what’s included are on the Chimney Inspection in Madera page.
Gas Fireplace Repair in Madera
Gas fireplaces in Madera’s newer subdivisions and retrofitted older homes fail in predictable ways: pilot assemblies, thermopiles, gas valves, and control modules. Our technicians carry replacement parts for major brands and can usually diagnose and repair in a single visit. If the repair fails, the second visit is free under our written guarantee. See the Gas Fireplace Repair in Madera page for full details on what we service.
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.
Brands We Service in Madera
We install and service chimney systems built with professional trade materials like HeatShield resurfacing products, Gelco liners, Olympia Chimney caps, and Famco components. We stock common parts locally, which shortens turnaround on Madera repair jobs. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Madera |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep (single flue) | $150 – $250 |
| Chimney sweep with glazed creosote removal | $250 – $400 |
| Level 1 chimney inspection | $100 – $200 |
| Level 2 chimney inspection (camera scan) | $250 – $500 |
| Chimney cap supply and installation | $150 – $350 |
| Clay tile liner repair (per section) | $200 – $450 |
| Full stainless steel liner installation | $2,500 – $5,000 |
| Gas fireplace diagnostics | $125 – $250 |
| Gas fireplace pilot assembly replacement | $200 – $400 |
| Gas valve replacement | $300 – $600 |
| Gas log set installation | $300 – $800 |
What pushes prices up in Madera is usually creosote density from orchard-wood fires and the age of the chimney. A liner repair on a 1960s ranch home near Olive Avenue will cost more than the same job on a newer construction. Whatever we quote, the price is written down before any work starts. You approve it first, and that’s the price you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Madera
We work throughout Madera, from the established ranch-home neighborhoods to the newer subdivisions on the city’s edges. Our technicians know the local streets and the typical chimney configurations in each area. We typically schedule Madera appointments within a few business days, and you’ll know the technician’s name and see their photo before we arrive.
- Downtown Madera and the older neighborhoods off Yosemite Avenue
- The subdivisions near Howard Road and Sunset Avenue
- Neighborhoods around Madera South High School
- Newer developments along Avenue 17 and River Road
- Rural properties on the agricultural outskirts toward the Madera Ranchos
Service Area – Cities Near Madera
Beyond Madera, our crews also cover nearby Central Valley communities. If you’re in Fresno, CA, Clovis, CA, Kerman, CA, or Chowchilla, CA, the same written-price promise and technician verification standard apply.
Serving Madera, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Madera 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 Company in Madera
Most Madera appointments are scheduled within two to three business days. For something that smells like smoke at 11 p.m., a live person answers our phone around the clock and will triage the situation. Call (559) 215-1714 and you’ll talk to a person, not a voicemail queue.
Routine sweeping and inspections don’t require permits in Madera. If a liner replacement or masonry repair is needed, the scope often falls under standard building work, and we can advise on what the city requires. We’ll tell you exactly what’s needed before any work begins.
Orchard prunings burn hotter and faster than seasoned firewood, which produces heavier creosote deposits. You’ll likely need sweeping more often, and glazed creosote removal may be necessary. We’ll show you camera footage of the flue so you can see the buildup yourself before deciding on treatment.
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 Madera Customers Say
"Left no soot anywhere. Even brought a vacuum with a sealed filter. I'd use them again every fall."
- Beth H."The report he wrote up had pictures and clear notes for the insurance. That alone was worth it."
- Garrett I."Annual inspection and sweep. He used a camera to check the liner and found a cracked tile I had no idea about. Gave me a written estimate and did not push."
- Janet W.