Marine gradeStainless & Copper Caps
We pull rusted caps and fit stainless or copper ones sized to the flue, with mesh that keeps out animals and stops sparks.
- Single and multi-flue caps
- Lifetime-grade metals
- Old cap hauled away
Mon–Sat · 7 AM to 7 PM
Chimneys Built forthe Salt AirHuntington Beach chimney repair, sweeping and outdoor fireplaces, from the Harbour to Seacliff
Ocean air is hard on chimneys. Galvanized caps rust through in a few seasons, chase covers bleed orange streaks down the stucco, and damp marine mornings eat at crowns and mortar. We swap in parts that last by the beach, repair the masonry, and build the backyard fire features Huntington Beach evenings are made for.
Stainlesscaps & chase covers
92647Gothard St shop
6 daysa week, 7 to 7
Crown repair · Downtown HB
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Galvanized cap by the beachRusts in a few seasons
Stainless or copperBuilt to outlast it
Life a mile from the ocean
What salt air does to a chimney
Caps that flake apart
Cheap galvanized mesh turns to rust, the screen opens up, and birds, rain and embers get through.
Orange streaks down the stucco
On 1970s and newer tract homes, a rusting chase cover sheds water into the chase and stains the wall below.
Brick faces popping off
Salt crystals form inside damp brick and push the face off. That's called spalling, and it speeds up once it starts.
Crowns cracking on top
The concrete crown takes the most sun, fog and wind. Even small cracks pour rainwater down into the masonry.
Services
Coastal chimney work, done once and done right
Every part we put on a Huntington Beach roof is picked to survive the fog and spray, so you aren't calling us again in three years.
Marine grade
Prefab fireplacesChase Cover Replacement
A custom stainless cover with a sloped top and drip edge sends water off the chase instead of into it.
- Measured and made to fit
- Rot inside the chase checked
- Stucco stain cleanup tips
Brick & crownCrown & Brick Repair
Cracked crowns recast with an overhang, spalled bricks swapped, joints repointed, then a breathable sealer that keeps water out but lets the brick dry.
- Crown rebuilds
- Spalled brick replacement
- Vapor-permeable sealing
Sweep & inspectSweeping & Inspections
A clean flue plus a camera scan before the winter bonfire nights, or before you buy or sell a home.
- Drop cloths and HEPA vacuum
- Camera inspection with photos
- Real estate reports
Gas-ready flueLiners & Gas Conversions
Switching from wood to gas logs or an insert? We get the firebox, damper and flue ready and line the chimney when the appliance calls for it.
- Stainless liners
- Damper clamps for gas logs
- Insert installs
Winter stormsLeak & Flashing Repair
Wind-driven rain off the ocean finds every gap. We reflash the chimney and seal the cricket so the ceiling stays dry.
- Step and counter flashing
- Crickets on wide chimneys
- Water testing
Backyard fire
Patio fireplaces, gas pits & grill stations
Cool evenings, ocean breeze and friends over. We design and build the masonry that brings the bonfire home, gas or wood, and we repair the ones that have seen better days.
Patio fireplaces
Block or brick, finished in stucco, stone or tile to match the house.
Gas fire pits
Round or linear pits with a burner, glass or lava rock, and a seat-height ledge.
BBQ islands
Block islands with tile or stone tops, room for the grill, a sink and storage.
Block walls
Leaning or cracked yard walls rebuilt, capped and pillared.
FuelGas or wood
FinishStucco, stone or tile
Wood to gas
Converting a wood fireplace to gas
From November through February, South Coast AQMD can call no-burn days for wood fires. Gas logs and inserts aren't affected, so many HB homeowners make the switch.
01 · LOOK
Check the fireplace
We sweep, then inspect the firebox, damper and flue to see what the new setup needs.
02 · CHOOSE
Logs or insert
Vented logs for the look of a real fire, or a sealed insert that actually heats the room.
03 · PREP
Make it ready
Firebox repairs, a damper clamp or a stainless liner, and gas line work by a licensed plumber.
04 · LIGHT
Test & hand off
We light it, check the draft and show you the controls.
Huntington Beach & west OC
Minutes from Central Park to the coast
Our shop on Gothard St sits in the middle of town, a short hop from the 405, Beach Blvd and PCH. Tap a neighborhood to watch the truck roll.
Where's the job?
Ring our Gothard St office
A mason heads your way
Text when we're close
Look first, quote, then work
Drive times are rough midday estimates from 17812 Gothard St. Beach traffic on summer weekends can add a few minutes. Your arrival window gets locked in on the phone.
Why does my chimney cap rust so fast?
Most builder caps are galvanized steel. Salt in the ocean air wears through the zinc coating, and once the steel underneath is exposed it rusts quickly. Stainless steel or copper holds up far longer near the coast.
Where are the rust stains on my stucco coming from?
Usually the chase cover, the metal lid on top of a framed chimney. When it rusts or sags, water pools, drips down the siding and carries rust with it. A new stainless cover with a sloped top fixes the source.
Can I burn wood on a no-burn day?
No. From November through February, South Coast AQMD issues no-burn alerts on days with poor air, and wood fires aren't allowed in the alert area. Gas fireplaces are exempt. Check AQMD's Check Before You Burn page before lighting a wood fire.
Can you convert my wood fireplace to gas?
Yes. We inspect and repair the firebox and flue, fit a damper clamp or a liner as needed, and install gas logs or an insert. Gas line work is done by a licensed plumber.
Do you build fire pits and outdoor fireplaces?
Yes, both gas and wood. Some projects need a city permit or HOA approval, and we help you figure that out before work starts.
Does the Newport-Inglewood fault matter for my chimney?
It runs right through Huntington Beach, so a tall unreinforced brick chimney is worth a look. We look over the brick, joints and roof ties and tell you whether repair, bracing or a shorter rebuild makes sense.
Are you open on weekends?
Saturdays, yes, the same 7 AM to 7 PM we keep on weekdays. Sunday the shop is closed.
Coverage
Huntington Beach and west Orange County
All of Surf City, plus the beach towns and inland neighbors around it.
- Downtown HB
- Huntington Harbour
- Seacliff
- Sunset Beach
- Bolsa Chica
- Fountain Valley
- Westminster
- Midway City
- Garden Grove
- Seal Beach
- Los Alamitos
- Rossmoor
- Costa Mesa
- Newport Beach
Rusty cap? Cracked crown? Dreaming of a fire pit?
Call Huntington Beach Chimney & Masonry. You'll talk to someone who works on HB roofs every day.
(657) 237-2895 Call the HB shop
Huntington Beach Chimney & Masonry
17812 Gothard St, Suite 4
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
(657) 237-2895
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Huntington Beach, CA 92647
(657) 237-2895
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| Monday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |