Demolition · Orange County
Chimney Removal
Unreinforced brick chimneys taken down to the roofline, the firebox, or the foundation — with the roof, house and landscaping protected throughout.
- Locally owned in Fullerton
- Free written estimates
- Haul-off included
Chimney Demolition done right
Many Southern California homes built before the 1970s have unreinforced brick chimneys. In earthquakes, these are one of the most commonly damaged parts of a house, and a chimney that cracks or separates from the wall is a hazard to anyone below. Homeowners often remove them during a remodel, a re-roof, or after an inspection report flags them.
We remove chimneys from the top down, brick by brick where needed, lowering debris through chutes rather than dropping it on your roof or yard. We can take a chimney down below the roofline so your roofer can patch the opening, remove it to the firebox, or remove the entire structure including the foundation.
What’s included
- Roof, walls and landscaping protected before work starts
- Top-down removal by hand and with small tools
- Debris lowered by chute, not dropped
- Removal to roofline, firebox or foundation as scoped
- Temporary weatherproofing of the roof opening
- Haul-off of all masonry
Our process
How we handle chimney demolition
- 01
Inspect
We assess the chimney, roof access and what is directly below it.
- 02
Protect
Roof, siding, windows and plants are covered; a debris chute is set up.
- 03
Take down
Bricks are removed from the top down in a controlled way.
- 04
Close up
The roof opening is temporarily weatherproofed for your roofer, and debris is hauled.
Photos
Chimney Demolition — recent work
What affects the price
Every estimate we write is based on measurements, not guesses. These are the factors that move the number most for chimney demolition:
- Chimney height and how far down it is removed
- Roof pitch and roofing material
- Interior fireplace removal
- Access around the base of the chimney
Chimney Demolition in Orange County
Southern California sees regular seismic activity, and unreinforced masonry chimneys are a well-documented earthquake hazard. Many Orange County homeowners choose to remove an unused chimney or rebuild it with a lightweight framed chase during a remodel.
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FAQ
Chimney Demolition questions
Can you remove just the part above the roof?
Yes. Taking the chimney down below the roofline is a common choice. We weatherproof the opening temporarily so your roofer can patch it.
Do I need a permit to remove a chimney?
Requirements vary by city and by how much is removed. Partial removal with roof repair may need a permit in some cities. We will tell you what your city typically requires.
Can you remove the fireplace inside too?
Yes. We can remove the interior fireplace, hearth and firebox, with dust containment inside the home.
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