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 Hornsby Bend, TX
Chimney repair in Hornsby Bend usually means one of two things: a cracked crown letting water into the masonry, or a flue liner that was never properly sized for the wood stove it serves. We see both on a regular basis out here, where older ranch homes and manufactured houses on acreage were often built before modern liner standards became common practice. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep has served Hornsby Bend since 2011, handling the full repair-to-maintenance cycle so you’re not bouncing between contractors for one chimney problem. Call (877) 274-1247 when you’re ready for an honest assessment.
Why Hornsby Bend Homes Are Different
Hornsby Bend sits on Austin’s eastern edge, unincorporated and mostly outside city chimney-sweeping ordinances. That matters more than most homeowners realize. There’s no municipal inspection schedule here, no code enforcement knocking on doors. Homeowners rely on volunteer fire department guidance and their own eyes between service visits, which means chimneys often go a decade or more untouched. The housing stock reflects that reality. Many homes are single-story ranch builds from the 1970s and 1980s, or manufactured homes set on large lots, and a good number have wood-burning fireplaces or freestanding stoves that see heavy use every winter. The original flues, where they exist at all, are frequently unlined or lined with materials that have since deteriorated.
The climate compounds the problem. Summers in Hornsby Bend are long and hot, and fireplaces sit idle from April through October. Creosote left over from the previous winter hardens into a glaze that’s significantly harder to remove than fresh soot. Then the short burn season arrives, often with a hard freeze in November or December, and homeowners fire up their stoves for days straight. That rapid, heavy use loosens the hardened deposits and pushes them toward the flue walls. A neglected flue that survived last winter quietly becomes a fire risk the next one.
The volunteer fire department’s annual chimney-safety warnings are the main trigger for calls in Hornsby Bend. Homeowners typically book after a neighbor’s chimney fire or a post-freeze scare, so scheduling clusters in late fall right after the first cold snap. We plan our Hornsby Bend route accordingly each year.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Hornsby Bend Services
Most Hornsby Bend homeowners call us for one of two things: a thorough chimney sweep before burn season, or dryer vent cleaning they’ve been putting off since the last load of laundry took twice as long to dry. Both are fire-hazard issues, and both get handled by the same crew in one visit.
Chimney Sweep in Hornsby Bend
We sweep wood-burning fireplaces, freestanding stoves, and the occasional gas fireplace in Hornsby Bend, but the real work here is creosote removal. Long idle summers turn last winter’s soot into a tar-like glaze that a basic brush can’t fully clear. We remove it properly, inspect the flue as part of the service, and tell you plainly whether the liner is safe for another season. We also bundle chimney sweeping with dryer vent cleaning under one call, addressing the two leading household combustion hazards in a single visit. Full details on our Chimney Sweep in Hornsby Bend page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Hornsby Bend
Lint-clogged dryer vents cause thousands of house fires every year, and Hornsby Bend homes with long vent runs or flexible foil ducts are at higher risk. We clean the entire run from dryer to exterior exit, remove the blockage, and check the termination point for proper airflow. It takes about an hour and pairs naturally with a chimney sweep. See our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Hornsby Bend page for full 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 Hornsby Bend
Hornsby Bend’s older ranch homes and manufactured houses frequently show up in our repair queue with cracked crowns, rusted caps, and flue liners that were undersized or never installed to begin with. The long, hot summers don’t just harden creosote; they also bake chimney crowns until hairline cracks open up and let water into the masonry. Then a hard freeze expands that water, and the damage accelerates. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep repairs what we inspect, using the same professional-grade materials chimney industry professionals specify nationwide. Learn more about our Chimney Repair services.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Water inside the firebox, nesting material in the flue, or a rust-colored stain running down the exterior masonry usually means your chimney is open to the elements.
What it costs in Hornsby Bend
Chimney cap installation in Hornsby Bend typically runs $200 to $560, with the final number depending on flue size and cap type.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a cap sized for proper draft and spark arrest, then secure it to the crown with mechanical fasteners and a weatherproof seal.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Flaking tile pieces at the bottom of the firebox, a sulfur smell when burning, or visible gaps in the existing flue liner signal that exhaust and heat are reaching the masonry directly.
What it costs in Hornsby Bend
Chimney liner installation in Hornsby Bend generally falls between $1,500 and $3,600, with DuraFlex systems running higher in complex or offset flue configurations.
How we do it
We install DuraFlex flexible liner systems, which allow relining in offset or oddly angled flues where rigid pipe can’t be pulled through, then insulate and secure the liner for a tight fit.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Hornsby Bend
| Item | Typical range in Hornsby Bend |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $560 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,500 – $3,600 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,600 |
Do I really need a new liner, or can the old one wait?
Sometimes it can wait, and we’ll tell you that plainly. We don’t recommend replacement without camera evidence of damage. If the liner is cracked but not collapsing, HeatShield resurfacing can restore it at a fraction of replacement cost. Call (877) 274-1247 for an exact quote.
What actually happens if I skip chimney repair in Hornsby Bend?
Water intrusion keeps worsening through freeze-thaw cycles, and a compromised liner lets heat reach combustible framing. The result is either expensive masonry repair or a chimney fire. We repair what we inspect, and we’ll show you the photos so you know what’s urgent and what’s not.
Brands We Service in Hornsby Bend
We work exclusively with recognized trade brands: DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney. These are the materials chimney professionals specify, not off-the-shelf substitutes. Parts are stocked locally for faster turnaround on Hornsby Bend jobs. See our brands for details.
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| Service | Typical range in Hornsby Bend |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep | $149 – $300 |
| Chimney inspection | $99 – $350 |
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $560 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $180 – $520 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,500 – $3,600 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,600 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $99 – $180 |
Pricing in Hornsby Bend pushes higher when a chimney hasn’t been inspected in a decade or more, which is common here, and when the flue is unlined and needs full relining rather than spot repair. We quote a flat price before any work begins, so you know the number before we pick up a tool.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Hornsby Bend
We cover all of Hornsby Bend’s 78725 ZIP code, from the older ranch homes along FM 969 to the manufactured home communities off Hunters Bend Road and the larger lots near the Colorado River. Response time is typically two to three business days, though late fall fills up fast.
- Hunters Bend Road area
- FM 969 corridor
- Lots near the Colorado River bend
- Manufactured home communities off Gilbert Road
- Acreage parcels east of Austin’s Colony
Service Area – Cities Near Hornsby Bend
We also serve the surrounding communities, including Garfield, TX, Manor, TX, Rollingwood, TX, and Austin, TX. If you’re just outside Hornsby Bend and unsure whether we cover your area, call and ask.
Serving Hornsby Bend, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hornsby Bend 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 Hornsby Bend
We typically schedule Hornsby Bend visits within two to three business days. October through December is our busiest stretch across the Austin area, so if you want to beat the post-freeze rush, book in September or early October. Call (877) 274-1247 to check current availability.
Hornsby Bend is unincorporated, so most chimney repair and relining work doesn’t require a municipal permit. That said, if your home falls under a specific HOA covenant or Travis County land-use restriction, we’ll flag it during the inspection so you’re not surprised.
Yes, and we often do. Bundling a chimney sweep with dryer vent cleaning means one appointment window, one crew, and both fire hazards addressed the same day. It’s the most common booking we get from Hornsby Bend homeowners heading into fall.
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 Hornsby Bend Customers Say
"Swept it, capped it, and installed a proper damper. The downdraft smell in the summer that we'd lived with for years is gone."
— Travis Norris"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