Sweep & inspection
Caps & crowns
Flue relining
Masonry repair
Gas fireplace serviceLevel 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
Chimney Company in Serenada, TX
Chimney repair in Serenada usually comes down to weather damage and years of light use rather than heavy creosote buildup. Homes here, many built within the last two decades for 55+ and retirement living, have gas inserts and factory-built fireplaces that sit idle through most of the year. What we find most often on service calls in the 78633 ZIP is cracked crowns, rusted caps, and flashing that has pulled away after a freeze or a strong spring wind. The work is less about cleaning and more about keeping water and animals out of a chimney that’s mostly dormant. That’s the repair pattern Serenada throws at us, and it’s why Boardwalk Chimney Sweep has served Serenada since 2011. Call (877) 274-1247 for a chimney inspection or repair estimate.
Why Serenada Homes Are Different
Serenada is a quieter piece of Williamson County, tucked into the Georgetown area, and the housing tells a clear story. Most homes are newer single-family builds and ranch-style developments, many inside active-adult communities where the fireplace is a feature, not a workhorse. A wood-burning fireplace here might get lit six or eight times a winter. A gas insert might run more often but produces almost none of the particulate load that drives cleaning schedules elsewhere. What that means for chimney work is that our repair calls in Serenada tend to be about exposure, not exhaust. Long dry stretches followed by heavy rain let water in around a crown. An occasional hard freeze cracks mortar or a concrete cap. Strong spring winds, common across central Texas, loosen flashing and pull at cap hardware. And because the community skews toward retirement-age homeowners, plenty of chimneys go a full season without a single fire, which is exactly when birds, squirrels, and wasps move in through a damaged cap. We repair what we inspect here, and the inspection usually finds weather and wildlife problems, not creosote.
Homeowners in Serenada also deal with HOA standards that many other Williamson County neighborhoods don’t have. Several of the 55+ communities maintain exterior appearance requirements, which means a rusted chimney cap or stained crown is not just a maintenance item; it can be a compliance letter waiting to happen. That shifts the work toward cap replacement and crown repair done cleanly and quickly, with parts that match the roofline. The durability argument matters here too: a retiree who plans to stay in the home for another fifteen years wants a repair built to last the next decade, not the next inspection.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Serenada Services
Serenada homeowners call us most often for two things: a chimney sweep when the fireplace has sat unused and something smells or looks questionable, and dryer vent cleaning when the laundry room feels hotter than it should. Both are handled by the same crew, and they pair well in one visit.
Chimney Sweep in Serenada
A chimney sweep in Serenada is less about removing heavy soot and more about clearing what has moved in since the last burn. In this part of Williamson County, we routinely pull bird and squirrel nests, leaves, and mud dauber tubes out of flues that have gone untouched for a year or more. Light use rarely leaves dangerous creosote, but it does leave an unguarded opening, and the local wildlife takes advantage. We sweep the flue, check the cap and damper, and inspect the liner. Read more about what a Serenada sweep involves on our Chimney Sweep in Serenada page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Serenada
Dryer vent cleaning in Serenada addresses a fire risk that most homeowners never see, because the vent runs inside a wall or attic and the lint accumulates out of sight. Homes with laundry rooms near the living area, common in newer ranch layouts, often have longer vent runs with more bends, and those bends collect lint fast. A vent that has not been opened in three or more years is carrying a real ignition load. One call, two fire hazards addressed is the simplest way to put it: we can clean the chimney and the dryer vent in the same appointment window. Details are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Serenada page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Chimney Repair in Serenada
Chimney repair in Serenada is driven by the same pattern we see across Williamson County’s newer retirement communities: fireplaces that are mostly decorative, mostly idle, and therefore mostly vulnerable to water, wind, and animals. A home built in the last twenty years with a factory-built fireplace or gas insert rarely needs a full rebuild; it needs the right component fixed before a small leak becomes a ceiling stain. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep handles the full range of Chimney Repair work here, using the same brands chimney professionals specify: HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Famco. We repair what we inspect, and in Serenada that means starting with the cap, crown, and flashing before ever touching the firebox.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You see daylight or debris down the flue, birds are entering the chimney, or there is no cap at all on a home whose chimney sits open for most of the year.
What it costs in Serenada
Chimney cap installation in Serenada typically runs $180 to $340, depending on the cap material and flue size.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, set a stainless or copper cap sized for the flue tile, and secure it so it survives the spring winds that hit Serenada.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, the mesh is torn open, or the cap has lifted off the flue after a freeze-wind cycle and no longer closes the chase.
What it costs in Serenada
Chimney cap replacement in Serenada typically runs $190 to $460, with stainless and copper options at the higher end.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, clean the flue rim, and install a replacement that matches the current flue dimensions and the roof’s appearance.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your inspection report shows flue tile gaps, spalling brick, or a liner that is no longer safe for a gas insert, which is a common finding in Serenada’s newer gas-log fireplaces.
What it costs in Serenada
Chimney liner installation in Serenada typically runs $2,250 to $5,850, depending on the flue height and whether the existing liner must be removed first.
How we do it
We run a camera inspection first, then size a DuraFlex flexible liner system for the existing flue, which works even in offset or complex flue configurations common in factory-built chases.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling near the chimney chase, or the flashing has pulled away from the roofline after a hard central Texas windstorm.
What it costs in Serenada
Chimney flashing repair in Serenada typically runs $185 to $485, depending on how much flashing must be replaced and whether the existing sealant has failed.
How we do it
We remove the failing flashing, reset or replace it with new step flashing and a waterproof membrane, and seal the transition where the chimney meets the roof.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown has visible cracks, pieces of mortar are washing down the roof, or water is pooling on top of the chimney after rain, which is the most common leak source we find in Serenada.
What it costs in Serenada
Chimney crown repair in Serenada typically runs $125 to $550, depending on whether it is a crack fill, a patch, or a full crown rebuild.
How we do it
We clean the crown surface, fill the cracks with a polymer-modified repair compound, and, where the crown is too far gone, form and pour a new concrete crown with a drip edge that sheds water away from the masonry.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Serenada
| Item | Typical range in Serenada |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $190 – $460 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,250 – $5,850 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $185 – $485 |
| Chimney crown repair | $125 – $550 |
Do I really need a new chimney liner, or can it wait?
If your camera inspection shows gaps between flue tiles or a crack that lets exhaust reach the framing, it should not wait. We do not recommend liner replacement without showing you the camera footage, and if it is sound, we’ll say so plainly.
How long does a chimney repair take in Serenada?
Cap and flashing work is typically done in one visit, often the same day we inspect. Crown rebuilds and liner installations take longer because the materials need time to cure or set, and we’ll give you that timeline before work starts.
Brands We Service in Serenada
We stock and install parts from HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, and Famco, the same brands chimney professionals specify across the country. That means a cap, crown sealant, or liner component we install in Serenada is not an off-brand substitute, and most common parts are on the truck the day we arrive. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Serenada |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $175 – $310 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $110 – $225 |
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $190 – $460 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,250 – $5,850 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $185 – $485 |
| Chimney crown repair | $125 – $550 |
What pushes price up in Serenada is usually height and access: a second-story chimney with a steep roof pitch costs more to work on safely, and factory-built chases often require more disassembly to reach the cap or crown. We give an upfront price before any work starts, based on what we find during the inspection, so there are no surprises after the fact.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Serenada
We work throughout the Serenada area in the 78633 ZIP, including the active-adult communities and the ranch-style streets around them. Most Serenada calls are scheduled within the same week, and we batch appointments in the area so a neighbor two streets over can often be seen the same day. We regularly serve:
- Sun City and the surrounding 55+ neighborhoods
- Serenada Country Estates
- Ranch-style developments along Williams Drive
- Newer single-family streets east and west of the 78633 corridor
- Homes near the Georgetown edge of Serenada
Service Area – Cities Near Serenada
Boardwalk Chimney Sweep works across northern Williamson County. If you’re in Georgetown, TX, Liberty Hill, TX, Round Rock, TX, or Brushy Creek, TX, the same crew and the same brand-sourced parts are available. Call (877) 274-1247 and we’ll schedule an inspection in your area.
Serving Serenada, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Serenada area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Chimney Company in Serenada
Most cap, crown, and flashing repairs do not require a permit in Williamson County, but liner replacements can fall under inspection requirements depending on the home and the HOA’s rules. We’ll tell you if your specific job triggers anything before we start, and we handle the paperwork where it’s needed.
We schedule Serenada calls most weeks, and since the work here is usually inspection and minor repair rather than emergency cleaning, we can often book within a few business days. Call (877) 274-1247 and we’ll give you the next available window.
Yes. Several Serenada communities have standards for visible chimney hardware, and we install caps and crowns that match the roofline and existing colors. If your HOA needs a work description or material list before approving the job, we can provide it.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees — talk to a local chimney cleaning pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you — the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Serenada Customers Say
"Level two inspection before we bought the house. The report was detailed enough to use as a negotiating point and he explained every photo in it."
— Steve Fletcher"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
— Tara Mercer"Decent work at a reasonable price. Communication in the days before the appointment was a bit thin, but the technician himself was great once he arrived."
— Jessica Lin