"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/sacramento/harmon-home-inspections-reviews-265413.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Bay 101 Roofing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Doug H."},"reviewBody":"My experience with Bay 101 Roofing was frustrating. I went with Bay 101 over a more local company (charging thousands less) because I thought I was getting quality service and because Dave, one of their sales guys, told me they were good employers, offering their roofers workers compensation and other benefits (rather than picking up short-term laborers). The roofing and gutter jobs were fine, but there were headaches one never expects when paying tens of thousands of dollars for a job: 1) There was no Honey Bucket which means the area of my house behind the chimney was wet and smelled of urine; 2) Tar from the tear-off fused onto our brand-new garage door (Dave sent a worker over to work on getting it off after I called); 3) I still find it unbelievable that despite promises, no one from the company showed up for the city inspection! (This really blew my mind. As a result, they left a 16 ft. extension ladder and never came back to get it.); 4) Six months later I discovered that our attic was a disaster from the tear-off, but no one mentioned anything to me about this possibility and they didn't make any move on their part to prevent it. (I bring this up because I just had an AT&T installer up there and he commented about the mess); 5) The worst part was trying to get my manufacturer's warranty for the shingle product. Five months after the install I received an email from Dave promising me that they were going to have the warranty sent soon, but 2 of their computers had "melted down" from viruses. I forgot about it and when I remembered 2 years later, I contacted Lorena. What I thought would be a friendly, "Oh, let's help get that for you since we've completely dropped the ball for 2 years" response was in reality Lorena lying to me -- telling me that I had no shingle warranty. I'm not sure what was in it for her to lie to me other than to cover-up their failing and not have me follow-up on it. My interaction with her wasn't angry because I was too dumbfounded at her response. In the end, I had to forward Dave the email he'd sent me about the viruses/warranty to prove my point and get them to act. And when I finally did get the shingle warranty, I discovered that since they'd failed to register in a timely manner, the best they could do was register it... for a date TWO YEARS after they'd done the roof. When I contacted Dave to see if he could set it straight, they had the manufacturer's rep. call me to say, "don't worry, man." One thing I do know: if my 40 year shingles fall apart in 20, the manufacturer is going to look for an excuse to not honor the warranty. And, thanks to Bay 101's debacle, they'll have one. Pros: Dave Imhof is a nice guy. He quoted the job factoring in things we specifically knew his workers would find during the tear-off (rotten rafter tails and fascia), rather than surprise me with a larger bill after they were done. Cons: Follow-through! How can anyone brag about being Diamond Certified and charging more when they can't deliver what I've paid for. Facts are facts: when I paid the bill, I paid for the work, shingles, gutters, warranty. The follow-through required to deliver all of it is not optional! Staring at a very confused city inspector asking me what he should do about the sign-off and ladder placement (what luck that I work from home and was here when he showed up) is not a pleasant experience. Also, I mentioned to Dave that we wanted a couple of Sun Tunnels installed before the new roof was on. Dave referred me to G.T. Builders (not on Angie's List, and now I know why). My experience with him was horrible. I felt very fortunate that when he left the only damage I was left to fix was an unpainted patch in my ceiling where he sawed into an area he hadn't checked out (that would not fit the sun tunnel) and a giant oil slick in the middle of my driveway from his broken truck. All in all a bad experience. If you do go with them don't pay the balance until you are 100% satisfied or -- from my experience -- they are not likely to follow-through. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/alviso/bay-101-roofing-reviews-2275737.htm"},"position":5},{"@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":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Marion Restoration","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Ryan W."},"reviewBody":"They did some tuck-pointing and rebuilding of my chimney. The work was completed in a timely manner and on budget. Besides fixing the chimney my main concern was matching mortar to original. They did a perfect job. You can't tell recent work was done. Very pleased and would use their services again. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/chicago/marion-restoration-reviews-111468.htm"},"position":7},{"@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":8},{"@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":"Lindamarie R."},"reviewBody":"We had several issues with this fireplace: the fireplace had no damper and had not been cleaned in about three decades. Due to the age of the house, we felt that the mortar of the inner bricks was deteriorated and this would cause a fire hazard when the walls overheated or sparks flew up the chimney chamber. We also noticed water staining on the ceiling of our master bedroom which has part of the chimney wall going through it. After several roofing inspections it was determined that the mortar in the chimney stack was allowing water to seep into the chimney and make its way past the flashing. Essentially it was acting like a sponge and the water was trickling into our bedroom ceiling. We had Mister Chimney come out to do all the work and Martin Nava showed up to take measurements of our chimney and to do the initial chimney cleaning. He laid out plastic and a blanket to protect the floor and kept a commercial vacuum running at all times to capture the soot that came out the fireplace. When the crew returned a few weeks later to install the stainless steel liner, they had all the materials ready to go and timed it to avoid a series of storms that were due to hit. They were careful with the old chimney while replacing the mortar and my husband went up to inspect the work and see exactly what was being done. The workers, including Martin, carefully explained what they were doing and took extra care when handling the flashing and chimney cap. The liner fit like a glove and was reinforced with concrete. Everything looked good and that week the real test took place when we had a solid week of rain. We kept an eye on the ceiling and no new water leaked in. We were also able to enjoy the fireplace on Thanksgiving and all our guests commented on how special it was to have a fire during dinner. Between the "water-proofing" and having the fire safety issues resolved, we felt peace of mind and very prepared for the winter season. A month later we had another series of storms with high winds and the gusts were so strong that they lifted the chimney cap off of the chimney stack and blew it onto the roof. We called Mister Chimney on Sunday morning and they came out the same day to replace the cap and secured it with extra screws to ensure any future "hurricane" gusts would not pull it off. Their responsiveness was a huge benefit and their professional manner and quality work during all the project work was consistent. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/belmont/mister-chimney-cleaning-and-repairs%2C-inc-reviews-211505.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 Woodside, CA
I received a visit from Elvis Arriaga to inspect my roof, and give me an estimate on the repair needed. His business public profile in homeadvisor.com (for Wise Guys Precision and Construction) clearly shows that they should give free estimates, in which case, they have look at the roof,...
Janet M.
4.0
09/2016
Replaced chimney cap
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...
Doug H.
2.0
08/2015
My experience with Bay 101 Roofing was frustrating. I went with Bay 101 over a more local company (charging thousands less) because I thought I was getting quality service and because Dave, one of their sales guys, told me they were good employers, offering their roofers workers compensation...
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!
Ryan W.
5.0
11/2013
They did some tuck-pointing and rebuilding of my chimney. The work was completed in a timely manner and on budget. Besides fixing the chimney my main concern was matching mortar to original. They did a perfect job. You can't tell recent work was done. Very pleased and would use their services...
Brian S.
5.0
01/2013
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 ...
Lindamarie R.
5.0
12/2012
We had several issues with this fireplace: the fireplace had no damper and had not been cleaned in about three decades. Due to the age of the house, we felt that the mortar of the inner bricks was deteriorated and this would cause a fire hazard when the walls overheated or sparks flew up...
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"
With years experience in the industry, Chimney Sweep Masters is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. I have the know-how to tackle everything! Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust that we will treat your home as we would our own. Give us a call today!
"At first I was unhappy with the pro did not clean correctly but returned and completed it correctly."
Clare A on June 2025
With years experience in the industry, Chimney Sweep Masters is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. I have the know-how to tackle everything! Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust that we will treat your home as we would our own. Give us a call today!
"At first I was unhappy with the pro did not clean correctly but returned and completed it correctly."
At United Chimney Service, Inc., we are a full-service masonry and concrete business with over 37 years in the trade. Our specialty is custom built fireplaces places and outdoor kitchens. We are fully licensed and insured and we can give you a free estimate. Please call us today. We also clean dryer vents and kitchen exhaust systems. We install pizza ovens, fireplace facades, stone, masonry, and pavers. We are Masonry and General Contractor California Contractor License #570119
"Project not completed yet"
Ignace P on February 2025
At United Chimney Service, Inc., we are a full-service masonry and concrete business with over 37 years in the trade. Our specialty is custom built fireplaces places and outdoor kitchens. We are fully licensed and insured and we can give you a free estimate. Please call us today. We also clean dryer vents and kitchen exhaust systems. We install pizza ovens, fireplace facades, stone, masonry, and pavers. We are Masonry and General Contractor California Contractor License #570119
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!"
-Have been in business for 5+ years. -Care about delivering quality every time as that is what keeps ua in business. -No job is to big or to small and will treat all jobs with same importance no matter what the size. -Specialize in interior renovations and new construction/ Residential and commercial. -Will save you your building head aches. So you just get to enjoy the results of the work.
-Have been in business for 5+ years. -Care about delivering quality every time as that is what keeps ua in business. -No job is to big or to small and will treat all jobs with same importance no matter what the size. -Specialize in interior renovations and new construction/ Residential and commercial. -Will save you your building head aches. So you just get to enjoy the results of the work.
CleanyWell is dedicated to enhancing indoor air quality across the region. With a skilled team and cutting-edge equipment, we offer Air Duct, Dryer Vent, Chimney, Carpet, and Solar Panel Cleaning services. Our commitment is to a cleaner, healthier living environment for every customer
CleanyWell is dedicated to enhancing indoor air quality across the region. With a skilled team and cutting-edge equipment, we offer Air Duct, Dryer Vent, Chimney, Carpet, and Solar Panel Cleaning services. Our commitment is to a cleaner, healthier living environment for every customer
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."
Scott S on August 2023
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FAQs for chimney inspection projects in Woodside, 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 Woodside, CA homeowners’ guide to chimney inspection services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Notice leaks and corrosion around your chimney? You might need new flashing or some careful repairs. Here are some common chimney flashing repair costs.
The cost of removing a fireplace insert depends on the type of insert that’s installed. Read on to learn why electric is cheaper than a gas or wood insert.
Stay on top of your chimney safety and maintenance with our chimney inspection checklist featuring expert tips on how to work with an inspector near you.
Regular chimney cleaning keeps your fireplace running safety and efficiently. But who cleans chimneys? Our guide explains which pro is best for the job.