Findings before invoices
Every visit ends with a written photo report. You see what we saw — before you're asked to approve a dollar of repair work.
About us
We help homeowners across San Francisco, the Bay Area and Southern California understand what their chimney needs before repair work begins.

Our story
Chimney Safety Experts started with a simple frustration: too many homeowners were handed a vague verbal quote, a quick brush of the flue, and no idea whether their fireplace was actually safe to use.
So we built the company around proof. Camera inspections in every truck. Photos of every finding. Flat pricing agreed before the first drop cloth goes down. That approach has not changed: document the issue, explain the options, and price approved work clearly before repairs begin.
We focus on practical chimney work, clear communication, and leaving customers with photos and next steps they can understand.
What we stand for
Every visit ends with a written photo report. You see what we saw — before you're asked to approve a dollar of repair work.
The number we quote is the number you pay. No trip fees, no mid-job surprises, no commission-driven upsells to a system that's fine.
Drop cloths, shoe covers and HEPA containment on every job. Soot stays in the vacuum, not on your hearth, rug or furniture.
Clear communication before, during and after the visit so you know what is happening at each step.
If your chimney only needs a sweep, that's what we'll tell you. If it's unsafe to burn, we'll say that just as plainly.
You get an appointment window and direct follow-up if conditions or timing need to change.
Our timeline
Built around explaining what we see before any repair work begins.
Job photos help homeowners understand visible chimney conditions.
Recommended work and pricing are reviewed before repairs begin.
Sweeping, inspections, caps, waterproofing, masonry repair and relining support.
Documentation
Chimney work affects fire safety, ventilation and the structure around your fireplace. We focus on clear documentation and practical recommendations.

Our process
Pick your service, choose a window, share your address.
A technician arrives within your appointment window with upfront pricing.
Clean work, job photos, and follow-up notes after the visit.
We serve homes, condos, rentals and multi-unit buildings across San Francisco, the Bay Area and Southern California. Call with your address and we'll confirm coverage and the next available window.
"Chimney Safety Experts was quick to respond. Benjamin came to our house the next morning after reaching out and he was very friendly and professional. Highly recommend this company."
"Wonderful work done! Fair pricing and work was done same day and quickly!"
"Very good service. Communicated well. Took his time and cleaned up after. Explained everything. Will recommend."
"Adam did an excellent job. He went through the inspection with me clearly. He was nice to my family also. Easy to work with."
"Roy was wonderful and charming. Did excellent work. I recommend him and will get him to come back next year."
"Very responsive and professional. Helped educate us on the fireplace in our new home. Great service!"
Request an appointment online or call to discuss what your chimney needs. We will confirm timing directly.