"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/sacramento/harmon-home-inspections-reviews-265413.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Bay Area Rodent Solutions","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"KEKE T."},"reviewBody":"Chris Saldana was out inspector. He is AWESOME. Very knowledgeable and professional. Did a thorough inspection of the home for rats. HIGHLY recommend this company! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/campbell/bay-area-rodent-solutions-reviews-2343617.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"MISTER CHIMNEY CLEANING & REPAIRS, INC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Deborah B."},"reviewBody":"Purchased a deal on Angie's list to have our chimney inspected and cleaned. We've never used the fireplace but believe the previous owners had so decided to get it checked out to see if it was usable. Received an email within the hr from them to schedule an appt at a time convenient for me 2 days later. Two men arrived to perform the work. They were courteous, clean, and proficient, and left things clean. They clearly explained what would be needed to make the fireplace/chimney safe for use and cleaned the fireplace and chimney. I had to contact the main office to get a bid on what the repairs would cost as the technicians could not provide that. A bid was provided via email within a few hours. Still considering whether to go forward with the repairs but appreciate the work and interactions I've had so far with this company. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/belmont/mister-chimney-cleaning-and-repairs%2C-inc-reviews-211505.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"GRACE & GLORY PAINTING","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Binyuan C."},"reviewBody":"The contract was to have one coat primer and two coats of painting, but today when we do the roof, we found the paint peels around the chimney and there were no primer at all. I am so disappointed! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/san-jose/grace-and-glory-painting-reviews-463761.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Kelly Construction","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"BRIDGET C."},"reviewBody":"Ted (and his brother Wayne) assessed our home's exterior prior to painting it and determined that we really only needed to paint two sides where the sun had damaged the paint. Ted started by repairing a piece of siding and did an excellent job fitting and matching it to the existing siding. Ted and Wayne were punctual, worked well together and kept things tidy, which we appreciated. Ted also straightened the cap/cover on top of our chimney, which had been letting moisture in and then made a steel cap for the underside of the decommisioned chimney pipe to prevent drafts from entering. While he was on the roof, he offered to remove a couple of satellite dishes that the previous owners had installed - we were happy to see these eyesores disappear. Ted also inspected our massive skylight, which had some signs of leaking, but found it was just condensation. On a separate day, Ted installed a bathroom fan in our bathroom, which has a cathedral ceiling, and wired the fan to a timer in a convenient location with minimal damage to the sheetrock. He did the preliminary sheetrock repair himself. He also gave us some tips on applying sheetrock mud to another area where we had removed a tile surround. Ted was great to work with. He has an eye for the most cost-effective and aesthetic way to resolve home interior and exterior issues. He was willing to work with us in phases to accomodate our budget. We plan to have him back soon to install an island hood in the kitchen (including the ducting) and to move some wiring for a new light fixture. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/salinas/kelly-construction-reviews-8101030.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Switched Electric","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Brian S."},"reviewBody":"Great experience. I purchased the $49 home inspection from Angie's list. Seth (owner) came out to evaluate my house, spending a good hour and a half inspecting everything. In fact, he went ahead and fixed the wiring on a 3-way switch during his inspection. He supplied me with a very thorough report including photographs. I then hired them to install a few ceiling fans and perform some of the repairs. Nathan came out to perform the installation. He was very polite, careful and knowledgeable. All in all good experience and they will be my go-to electricians for future projects. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/monterey/switched-electric-reviews-6218246.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"SF CHIMNEY SWEEP","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"TERESA F."},"reviewBody":"I needed to replace my chimney cap after a storm blew off my old rusted one. I knew from past experience that roofers charge an arm and a leg for this so it occurred to me that perhaps a chimney sweep does chimney caps. I lucked out with my first call which was to The S.F. Chimney Sweep. I left a message and got a call back within twenty-four hours from Jeff Friedman. Jeff is very personable and easy to deal with. He came out for a free estimate and while checking that the pipe where the cap goes was in good condition, he noticed that a piece of wood molding was missing from the wood surround that encases the chimney. He told me it needed to be replaced because I could get bees in there or birds too could nest in there. I asked if he could replace it but alas he couldn't because he doesn't do woodwork. But after thinking about it, he said he could use metal flashing instead of wood, if I didn't mind it not being wood. That was fine by me, one less contractor to call. I asked about the chimney cap and what it would look like. He answered my question and added that I could get a stainless steel cap that would not rust but it would cost more. It was only $30 more so I went with the stainless steel model which had to be special ordered. Because of the special order, it took a couple of weeks before installation but the wait was worth it to me. The cap looks great and the flashing strip should keep the birds and the bees away. I think the pricing was very reasonable. It was $190 well spent. I highly recommend Jeff."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/san-francisco/sf-chimney-sweep-reviews-337353.htm"},"position":10}]}
Chimney Inspection reviews from real Angi homeowners in Aptos, CA
Michael was fantastic. Extremely thorough. Explained everything in advance: what he would be looking for, how the inspection process would proceed. When possible, he showed me how to work certain appliances and how to provide proper care an maintenance. Coming out of the inspection I felt...
Ghiaz A.
5.0
02/2016
Mr Harmon was early for our appointment and completed the whole house inspection in a couple of hours. He went over all his findings with me and pointed them out to me so I knew the problems to point out to any contractor that I contacted. He used a drone to inspect the roof and provided...
Keke T.
5.0
06/2015
Chris Saldana was out inspector. He is AWESOME. Very knowledgeable and professional. Did a thorough inspection of the home for rats. HIGHLY recommend this company!
Deborah B.
5.0
04/2015
Purchased a deal on Angie's list to have our chimney inspected and cleaned. We've never used the fireplace but believe the previous owners had so decided to get it checked out to see if it was usable. Received an email within the hr from them to schedule an appt at a time convenient for me 2...
Binyuan C.
1.0
02/2014
The contract was to have one coat primer and two coats of painting, but today when we do the roof, we found the paint peels around the chimney and there were no primer at all. I am so disappointed!
Great experience. I purchased the $49 home inspection from Angie's list. Seth (owner) came out to evaluate my house, spending a good hour and a half inspecting everything. In fact, he went ahead and fixed the wiring on a 3-way switch during his inspection. He supplied me with a ...
Teresa F.
5.0
11/2012
I needed to replace my chimney cap after a storm blew off my old rusted one. I knew from past experience that roofers charge an arm and a leg for this so it occurred to me that perhaps a chimney sweep does chimney caps. I lucked out with my first call which was to The S.F. Chimney Sweep. I...
We are a family owned business that offer a high quality and experience and we can tailor every job to what your home needs. We are experienced and dedicated to our service and we believe our work will show this. Please call or click for a free estimate today!
"Excellent, prompt, on time,professional, friendly."
Dan A on August 2025
We are a family owned business that offer a high quality and experience and we can tailor every job to what your home needs. We are experienced and dedicated to our service and we believe our work will show this. Please call or click for a free estimate today!
"Excellent, prompt, on time,professional, friendly."
At SDI Insulation, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!
"Joe come out to make sure everything is ok with the project"
David P on October 2022
At SDI Insulation, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call us today!
"Joe come out to make sure everything is ok with the project"
Keystone Masonry Heat provides custom and artistic stonework and masonry services. We are known for our strengths of craftsmanship, attention to detail, custom features and excellent communication. We do patios, stone siding/veneer, brick work, patios, walkways, and outdoor living areas. We specialize in hearth remodels, drystone walling, fireplaces and Tulikivi masonry heaters. We take jobs big and small. We love working with artistically minded clients or we are happy to handle design and aesthetics. Give us a call today and we will begin the process of creating your one of a kind project.
"Very professional and nice to work with. Reasonable rates"
Carolyn L on November 2022
Keystone Masonry Heat provides custom and artistic stonework and masonry services. We are known for our strengths of craftsmanship, attention to detail, custom features and excellent communication. We do patios, stone siding/veneer, brick work, patios, walkways, and outdoor living areas. We specialize in hearth remodels, drystone walling, fireplaces and Tulikivi masonry heaters. We take jobs big and small. We love working with artistically minded clients or we are happy to handle design and aesthetics. Give us a call today and we will begin the process of creating your one of a kind project.
"Very professional and nice to work with. Reasonable rates"
We are a family owned and operated business committed to providing excellent service to our customers. English, Turkish and Russian speaking technician available.
"I had a very positive experience. Nasir was professional but friendly and even my protective dog settled down quickly which I always consider a good sign. Nasir explained each step of the way and let me know when he’d be up on the roof and inside to clean out the stove ( this was a chimney cleaning job ) . I felt it was an extremely fair price for an overdue and dirty job and left everything spotless. Even gave me tips on cleaning the glass door of the wood stove. I will definitely be using their services again and would highly recommend. "
JULIA B on October 2025
We are a family owned and operated business committed to providing excellent service to our customers. English, Turkish and Russian speaking technician available.
"I had a very positive experience. Nasir was professional but friendly and even my protective dog settled down quickly which I always consider a good sign. Nasir explained each step of the way and let me know when he’d be up on the roof and inside to clean out the stove ( this was a chimney cleaning job ) . I felt it was an extremely fair price for an overdue and dirty job and left everything spotless. Even gave me tips on cleaning the glass door of the wood stove. I will definitely be using their services again and would highly recommend. "
Pool and landscape construction. Full outdoor living spaces build and design by our team. We are fully licensed and insured contractors with integrity and dedication to our profession.
"Great! Al was knowledgeable, professional, and resolved multiple sprinkler issues for us. Will definitely call again!"
Joseph D on May 2025
Pool and landscape construction. Full outdoor living spaces build and design by our team. We are fully licensed and insured contractors with integrity and dedication to our profession.
"Great! Al was knowledgeable, professional, and resolved multiple sprinkler issues for us. Will definitely call again!"
Your Outdoor Kitchen Experts in the Bay Area and Beyond! 15+ years of experience providing quality craftsmanship and customer service From custom outdoor kitchens to firepits, we’ll transform your backyard!
"Very professional and always knew what to expect during construction."
Scott S on August 2023
Your Outdoor Kitchen Experts in the Bay Area and Beyond! 15+ years of experience providing quality craftsmanship and customer service From custom outdoor kitchens to firepits, we’ll transform your backyard!
"Very professional and always knew what to expect during construction."
Clean Vents Specializes in providing Quality Air. Cleaning and Sanitizing Air Vents, and Bathroom Fans is what we pride on. Our sanitizing fogger system is one of a kind. We also Clean and inspect Dryer Vents . Chimney Sweeping is within our expertise.
"Quick and efficient. When the tech arrived they explained how the process works and how long it would be. Very professional and friendly. Highly recommended"
Arlene A on July 2024
Clean Vents Specializes in providing Quality Air. Cleaning and Sanitizing Air Vents, and Bathroom Fans is what we pride on. Our sanitizing fogger system is one of a kind. We also Clean and inspect Dryer Vents . Chimney Sweeping is within our expertise.
"Quick and efficient. When the tech arrived they explained how the process works and how long it would be. Very professional and friendly. Highly recommended"
We are a licensed, insured and bonded California based, locally owned company, specializing in air duct cleaning, chimney sweep and dryer vent cleaning for both residential and commercial properties. Our technicians are experienced and professional. We offer competitive pricing. We are offering free inspection of your dryer vent and chimney in neighborhood area to prevent this kind of fire.
"CHIMNEY WAS CLEANED AND INSPECTED. SERVICEMAN SHOWED UP LATE. PERFORMED ABOVE SERVICE AND RELATED WE NEEDED REPAIR WORK BUT NO INFO WAS LEFT. WHEN I CALLED THE OFFICE FOR INFO ON THE REPAIR AND ASKED FOR AN INVOICE THE INVOICE STATED ALL WAS OK. NO RESPONSE WHEN I ASKED FOR THE COMPANY TO CHECK WITH THEIR SERVICEMAN REGARDING THE CONDITION OF THE CHIMNEY. WOULD NOT REHIRE THIS COMPANY"
Wendy K on June 2020
We are a licensed, insured and bonded California based, locally owned company, specializing in air duct cleaning, chimney sweep and dryer vent cleaning for both residential and commercial properties. Our technicians are experienced and professional. We offer competitive pricing. We are offering free inspection of your dryer vent and chimney in neighborhood area to prevent this kind of fire.
"CHIMNEY WAS CLEANED AND INSPECTED. SERVICEMAN SHOWED UP LATE. PERFORMED ABOVE SERVICE AND RELATED WE NEEDED REPAIR WORK BUT NO INFO WAS LEFT. WHEN I CALLED THE OFFICE FOR INFO ON THE REPAIR AND ASKED FOR AN INVOICE THE INVOICE STATED ALL WAS OK. NO RESPONSE WHEN I ASKED FOR THE COMPANY TO CHECK WITH THEIR SERVICEMAN REGARDING THE CONDITION OF THE CHIMNEY. WOULD NOT REHIRE THIS COMPANY"
SDI has a large selection of Gas, Gas Inserts, and Electric Fireplaces. Create a red-hot focal point in your new home or remodel with one of our safe and efficient SDI Gas Fireplaces. We have a wide selection of traditional and modern fireplaces such as outdoor, indoor, frame-less and see- through styles. No matter what fire feature you decide on, SDI will be there every step of the way to help your project go smoothly.
SDI has a large selection of Gas, Gas Inserts, and Electric Fireplaces. Create a red-hot focal point in your new home or remodel with one of our safe and efficient SDI Gas Fireplaces. We have a wide selection of traditional and modern fireplaces such as outdoor, indoor, frame-less and see- through styles. No matter what fire feature you decide on, SDI will be there every step of the way to help your project go smoothly.
Full service architectural design, permit submission, material specification and construction project management. General Contracting services through our sister company Emery Construction & Design, new construction, remodels and additions, residential and commercial.
Full service architectural design, permit submission, material specification and construction project management. General Contracting services through our sister company Emery Construction & Design, new construction, remodels and additions, residential and commercial.
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FAQs for chimney inspection projects in Aptos, CA
The average cost for a professional chimney cleaning is around $250, but prices range from $130 to $400 or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.
The cost to install a fireplace is $2,440 on average. This cost can range from $150 to $8,000 or more, depending on the type of fireplace, the materials used, and the size.
Electric fireplaces cost around $1,000 to install, and mostly only require wiring installation. Installing a wood fireplace from scratch could cost upwards of $10,000, depending on the foundation needed to support the weight of the fireplace. In addition, gas fireplaces can cost between $2,500 and $10,000.
The National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) recommends chimney sweeping once per year as a means of avoiding house fires and massive property damage. Over time, creosote and soot build up in your chimney from burning wood and a lack of ventilation. These compounds are both highly flammable, which means a build-up of them inside your chimney puts you at an increased risk of house fire. Chimney sweeping removes any residue and helps reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury from fire.
The cost to remodel your fireplace is $1,200 on average. This cost can range from $400 to $2,000, depending on the extent of work needed.
If you add a hearth to your fireplace, you can expect to pay between $3 and $200per square foot. However, if you're refacing your fireplace, the price tag will depend on your chosen materials. If choosing tile, you can pay between $1 and $50per square foot, depending on the design. Stone is a more expensive material, averaging between $60 and $70 per square foot.
On average, chimney repairs cost about $455. However, because of the vast range of potential repairs needed, the cost to repair a chimney ranges widely from $160 to $15,000, depending on the type and extent of repairs required.
The Aptos, CA homeowners’ guide to chimney inspection services
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