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 Barton Creek, TX
Chimney repair in Barton Creek usually means rebuilding a cracked crown, replacing a rusted cap, or relining a flue that’s been damaged by animals or Central Texas freeze-thaw cycles. These aren’t small cosmetic fixes. The homes here, mostly 3,000 to 8,000 square feet of custom Hill Country masonry, often have two or three fireplaces, tall exterior chimneys, and decorative caps that take a beating from wind, hail, and overhanging live oaks. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep has served Barton Creek since 2011, and we approach every repair with the full picture in mind: what failed, why it failed, and what keeps it from failing again. Call (877) 274-1247 to schedule an inspection with a crew that repairs what it inspects.
Why Barton Creek Homes Are Different
Barton Creek’s luxury homes in the 78716 hills are built with elaborate masonry fireplaces, often several per house and many rarely used. That changes the nature of chimney work here. In a house that burns a cord of oak every winter, you’re fighting creosote. In Barton Creek, we’re just as often clearing squirrel nests from an unused flue, pulling live oak twigs off a custom cap, or inspecting a spark arrestor that’s been dented by a falling cedar elm branch. The fireplaces themselves are often showpieces: wide hearths, raised fireboxes, custom stonework. But the flues behind them are still subject to the same physics as any other chimney, and in this climate they sit idle for nine months of the year. That’s when animals move in, moisture settles into hairline cracks, and the summer heat bakes those cracks open. By the time a homeowner lights the first fire in November, the chimney has been quietly deteriorating since March. Add in the rapid temperature swings of a Texas winter, where a 70-degree afternoon can drop to 25 overnight, and you get masonry crowns cracking and shifting. Chimney repair in Barton Creek isn’t about dramatic failures. It’s about catching the slow, seasonal damage before a burning season exposes it.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Barton Creek Services
Most Barton Creek homeowners call us for one of two things: a chimney sweep before the short winter burning season, or a repair they’ve been putting off and finally want done right. Here’s what each involves in this part of the 78716.
Chimney Sweep in Barton Creek
A chimney sweep in Barton Creek starts with an exterior check of the cap and crown, because those are the parts most exposed to tree debris and animals in this area. Then we run the brush through the flue, remove whatever came out (often nests, not creosote), and do a camera inspection of the liner. If the liner shows damage, we’ll show you the footage and tell you plainly whether it needs work now or can wait. Full details are on our Chimney Sweep in Barton Creek page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Barton Creek
Dryer vents in large Barton Creek homes often run 20 to 35 feet from the laundry room to an exterior wall, with bends that trap lint. The NFPA identifies dryer lint buildup as a leading cause of home fires, and in this climate the risk compounds when air conditioning runs for months and the vent doesn’t get natural airflow. We pair dryer vent cleaning with chimney sweeping under one call, which means one appointment window addresses the two most common combustion hazards in the house. See our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Barton Creek page for specifics.
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 Barton Creek
Chimney repair in Barton Creek typically means fixing what the Hill Country climate and the local wildlife have damaged: cracked crowns from freeze-thaw cycles, caps bent by falling branches or chewed open by squirrels, and clay tile liners that have spalled or split after years of idle heat exposure. The houses here are big, the chimneys are tall, and the problems are usually structural rather than cosmetic. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep has served Barton Creek since 2011, and we handle the full repair cycle from camera diagnosis through repair, using the same brands chimney professionals specify nationwide. For a deeper look at our approach, see our Chimney Repair service hub.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Hairline cracks across the top of the crown, spalling concrete, or water staining on the upper fireplace wall are all signs the crown has failed and is letting water into the chimney structure.
What it costs in Barton Creek
Crown repair in Barton Creek typically runs $250 to $550, depending on whether we’re sealing small cracks or rebuilding a deteriorated crown with fresh mortar and a proper drip edge.
How we do it
We clean the crown surface, fill or rebuild the damaged sections with the right masonry mix, and seal it so water rolls away from the flue rather than pooling on top.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
If you hear animal noises in the flue, see nesting material at the firebox, or your current cap is rusted through or missing entirely, a new cap is the fix.
What it costs in Barton Creek
A standard cap replacement in Barton Creek runs $130 to $450, and custom multi-flue or decorative caps for the taller chimneys here can push toward the upper end.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, install a cap sized for your specific chimney (custom options for oversized or multi-flue systems), and secure it to withstand Barton Creek’s wind and squirrel pressure.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Barton Creek
| Item | Typical range in Barton Creek |
|---|---|
| Chimney crown repair | $250 – $550 |
| Chimney cap installation | $130 – $450 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $600 |
Does chimney repair in Barton Creek require a permit?
Most liner and cap work doesn’t require a permit, but if the repair touches the masonry structure itself, Barton Creek’s building department may want a quick review. We’ll tell you up front if your job crosses that line.
Can a damaged crown really cause a fire?
A cracked crown doesn’t directly cause a fire, but it lets water into the flue, which deteriorates the liner, and a deteriorated liner can absolutely be a fire hazard. That’s why we don’t ignore small cracks in this climate.
Brands We Service in Barton Creek
We stock and install parts from Copperfield, DuraFlex, and HeatShield, which means most Barton Creek repairs don’t wait on a special order. When a liner needs resurfacing rather than full replacement, we offer HeatShield, a capability many sweep-only companies don’t have. Learn more about our brands.
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| Service | Typical range in Barton Creek |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (first flue) | $135 – $200 |
| Chimney sweep (additional flue) | $80 – $120 |
| Aged creosote removal | $100 – $300 extra |
| Chimney cap installation | $130 – $450 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $130 – $450 |
| Chimney crown repair | $250 – $550 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation (per foot) | $60 – $110 |
| Chimney liner installation (full job) | $900 – $3,500 |
| HeatShield resurfacing | $1,100 – $2,800 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $90 – $160 |
Two factors push prices up in Barton Creek more than anything else: chimney height and access. Tall masonry chimneys on two- or three-story homes need taller ladders and more setup time, and if the roofline is steep or the chimney is set back from the roof edge, that adds labor. We always confirm a flat price before we start, so the number we agree to is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Barton Creek
We work throughout the 78716, and most of the neighborhoods here share the same characteristics: large lots, mature live oaks, and chimneys that haven’t been looked at in years. The difference is usually access, not address.
- The Bluffs of Barton Creek
- Calera Drive area
- Mirador Estate
- Woods of Barton Creek
- The Reserve at Barton Creek
For most Barton Creek neighborhoods, we can schedule within a week, and we’ll always confirm the appointment window before we arrive.
Service Area – Cities Near Barton Creek
Boardwalk Chimney Sweep works throughout the Barton Creek area and into the neighboring communities. We regularly serve Lost Creek, TX, West Lake Hills, TX, and Austin, TX. If you’re just across the line in Rollingwood, TX, the same crew that handles Barton Creek jobs will be the one at your door.
Serving Barton Creek, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Barton Creek 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 Barton Creek
We schedule most Barton Creek appointments within five to seven business days. If you have an animal in the flue or water actively leaking into the fireplace, call us and we’ll do our best to move you up.
Some Barton Creek HOAs require approval for exterior changes like cap replacement, especially if the cap style changes. We’ll match the existing cap design when possible, and we can provide the photos your HOA board wants.
Yes. Much of our work in Barton Creek involves tall chimneys on multi-story homes. We come equipped with the ladders and access gear those jobs require, and we inspect on the first visit so we’re not coming back with equipment you don’t need.
If your chimney hasn’t been looked at in a year or more, call Boardwalk Chimney Sweep at (877) 274-1247 for a free estimate. We’ll tell you what we find, show you the camera footage, and give you a flat price before any work begins.
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 Barton Creek Customers Say
"Creosote buildup was worse than I realized. He measured it, showed me the glazing on the flue with the camera, and was honest that we were closer to a chimney fire than I wanted to hear."
— Jennifer Vaughn"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Sarah Bennett"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Yolanda Mendoza