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 West Lake Hills, TX
Chimney repair in West Lake Hills usually means one of three things: a rusted-out cap, a cracked crown, or a liner that’s no longer doing its job. We see all three regularly in the 1970s through 1990s custom homes tucked into the oak-covered slopes of the 78746 ZIP. These aren’t tract houses with identical fireplaces. They’re individual builds on sloped lots, often with exterior chimneys exposed to full Hill Country weather. That means the masonry moves, the flashing separates, and the caps take a beating from branches and debris. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep has served West Lake Hills since 2011. Call (877) 274-1247 when you want a straight answer about what’s actually wrong.
Why West Lake Hills Homes Are Different
West Lake Hills sits in a heavily wooded, hillside enclave where most homes are large custom builds from the 1970s through the 2000s, many with exterior masonry chimneys cut into sloped lots. Limestone and stucco are the standard finishes, and live oak canopy is everywhere. That canopy does more than shade the yard. It drops leaves, twigs, and pollen directly onto chimney caps and crowns, especially during the long dry stretches Central Texas throws at us every summer. Clogged caps and animal nesting are routine finds here, not occasional ones.
The wildfire-conscious nature of this neighborhood changes how we think about a sweep. A clean flue with a functioning spark arrestor isn’t just maintenance in West Lake Hills. It’s part of defensible-space discipline. Homes sit close to dense oak, and a chimney that throws sparks in January is a real hazard. Add in the steep, narrow private drives off roads like Loop 360, and you’ve got a job that requires equipment, ladders, and experience working on uneven terrain. We’re set up for that.
Phone once: (877) 274-1247.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main West Lake Hills Services
Most West Lake Hills homeowners reach out for one of two reasons: the fireplace hasn’t been swept in years, or the dryer vent has never been touched. Both are fire risks, and both are jobs we can handle in the same visit.
Chimney Sweep in West Lake Hills
A proper sweep in West Lake Hills means more than running a brush. We’re clearing creosote from the flue, but we’re also pulling leaves and sticks off the cap, checking the spark arrestor, and looking for signs that animals have moved in. The live oak canopy here means caps clog faster than in open-lot neighborhoods. Winter burning in a wooded area makes creosote buildup the main fire concern, so we recommend annual service if you burn regularly. Learn more about what’s involved on our Chimney Sweep in West Lake Hills page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in West Lake Hills
Dryer fires start in the vent line, not the appliance. Lint builds up, airflow drops, and heat has nowhere to go. In West Lake Hills, we see a lot of long vent runs through walls and up through roofs, which collect more lint than short exterior-vent setups. The NFPA has identified dryer vent cleaning as a primary defense against household dryer fires. We can bundle it with a chimney sweep, one call, two fire hazards addressed. See Dryer Vent Cleaning in West Lake Hills for details.
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 West Lake Hills
Chimney repair in West Lake Hills usually comes down to water and time. The exterior chimneys on 1970s-90s custom homes here have spent decades in Central Texas heat, drought, and occasional hard freezes. Crowns crack, flashing pulls away from the roofline, and caps rust through. HeatShield resurfacing and Chimney Repair from our service hub address these problems directly. We repair what we inspect, so you’re not guessing.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You hear birds or scratching from the flue, or your existing cap is missing, rusted, or so clogged with leaves that smoke backs up.
What it costs in West Lake Hills
Quality caps from Copperfield or Olympia Chimney run $125 to $350 installed, depending on flue size and access.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select a stainless or copper cap from our truck stock, set it with mechanical fasteners, and test the draft.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The old cap has rust holes, a missing spark arrestor mesh, or was damaged by a falling oak limb during a storm.
What it costs in West Lake Hills
Replacement runs $150 to $350, and we haul the old cap away.
How we do it
We remove the failed cap, inspect the flue tile beneath it, install the new cap, and secure it against future wind load.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your clay tiles show gaps, cracks, or spalling during a camera inspection, or the original liner is missing entirely.
What it costs in West Lake Hills
DuraFlex liner installation typically falls between $2,500 and $5,500, depending on flue length and whether we’re dealing with a simple or offset configuration.
How we do it
We run a camera first to map the flue, then pull a DuraFlex stainless liner sized to the chimney and connected to the appliance collar.
What Chimney Repair Costs in West Lake Hills
| Item | Typical range in West Lake Hills |
|---|---|
| Basic cap installation or replacement | $125 – $350 |
| Flashing repair | $250 – $600 |
| Crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
How long does chimney repair take in West Lake Hills?
Most cap, flashing, and crown repairs are done in one visit, usually two to four hours including setup on uneven driveways. A full liner installation may take a full day.
Do I need a new liner, or can the old one be saved?
We only recommend replacement after a camera inspection shows gaps, cracks, or spalling that compromise draft or safety. HeatShield resurfacing can extend liner life without full replacement in many cases. Call (877) 274-1247 for a camera-backed answer.
Brands We Service in West Lake Hills
We stock and install Copperfield caps, DuraFlex liner systems, HeatShield resurfacing materials, and Gelco components, the same brands chimney professionals specify nationwide. Most common parts are on the truck, so repair work doesn’t stall waiting on a second trip. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in West Lake Hills |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep (with full inspection) | $199 – $399 |
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $600 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation (DuraFlex) | $2,500 – $5,500 |
| HeatShield resurfacing | $1,200 – $3,000 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $129 – $249 |
Two things push prices up in West Lake Hills: steep access that requires more ladder work, and oak debris that has to be cleared before the actual repair can start. We quote upfront before any work begins, so there’s no surprise on the invoice.
Neighborhoods We Serve in West Lake Hills
We work throughout the 78746 ZIP and the surrounding hillside streets. Typical response time for a service call in West Lake Hills is one to three business days, depending on whether we’re already running a truck in the area.
- Westwood
- Rolling Hills West
- The Overlook at West Lake
- Canyon Creek Estates
- Amberwood
Service Area – Cities Near West Lake Hills
We also serve homeowners in nearby Hill Country communities. If you’re in Lost Creek, TX, Austin, TX, Barton Creek, TX, or Rollingwood, TX, the same crew covers your chimney and dryer vent work. The terrain changes, the materials don’t.
Serving West Lake Hills, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the West Lake Hills 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 West Lake Hills
Most routine sweeps and cap or flashing repairs don’t require a permit. Liner installation or structural work may, depending on scope, and we can tell you what applies before we start the job.
We schedule service calls in West Lake Hills within one to three business days in most cases. If you’re already burning and something feels off, call (877) 274-1247 and we’ll fit you in as soon as a truck is nearby.
Yes. Bundling both services in one visit is common in West Lake Hills because it clears the two biggest combustion-related fire risks in the house at once, and it saves a second trip charge. Call (877) 274-1247 for a free estimate on both.
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 West Lake Hills Customers Say
"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
— Rosa Castillo"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