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 Brushy Creek, TX
Chimney repair in Brushy Creek usually means one of three things: a rusted-out prefab chimney cap, a cracked crown, or a flue liner that can’t take another season of wood smoke. The 78717 ZIP is full of 1990s and 2000s tract-built homes with factory-built fireboxes and short exterior chimneys, and those systems were sized for gas logs, not the oak and mesquite fires residents burn during winter cold snaps. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep has served Brushy Creek since 2011, and we repair what we inspect. Call (877) 274-1247 when you want a straight answer about your chimney.
Why Brushy Creek Homes Are Different
Brushy Creek’s housing stock is young enough that very few homes have traditional masonry chimneys. What we see instead are prefab metal fireboxes with double-wall flue pipe running through a framed chase, and short termination caps that barely clear the roofline. In tight-lot subdivisions, those caps often sit low enough that neighboring second stories block the natural draft, which is why Brushy Creek technicians routinely find smoke spillage issues that don’t show up in other Williamson County neighborhoods. The mild climate means fireplaces go dormant from March to November, and creosote from the previous winter just sits inside the flue. Then the first hard freeze hits, and a homeowner fires up a fireplace that hasn’t been touched in nine months. That’s our busiest week of the year, every year.
The second factor is conversion. Builders put gas-log sets in most of these homes, but plenty of Brushy Creek residents have switched to wood for the heat output and the look. The problem is that gas-rated flue pipe and gas-rated caps don’t always hold up to wood creosote and the higher flue temperatures wood produces. We find warped caps, corroded liner sections, and animals nesting in terminations that were never designed for the way people actually use their fireplaces now.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Brushy Creek Services
Most Brushy Creek homeowners call us for one of two reasons, and they’re both fire-safety issues disguised as routine maintenance. Here are the two services we handle most in this area.
Chimney Sweep in Brushy Creek
Chimney sweeping here isn’t just running a brush through a straight flue. The prefab systems in Brushy Creek need a close look at the cap, the chase top, and the firebox seams every single time, because those are the components that fail first on builder-grade units. We sweep the flue with rotary tools sized for double-wall pipe, remove any nesting material from caps, and check the draft before we leave. If you’ve been burning wood in a fireplace built for gas, a sweep is how we catch liner damage before it becomes a house fire. See our full Chimney Sweep in Brushy Creek page for what to expect.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Brushy Creek
Brushy Creek homes have laundry rooms tucked into the center of the floor plan, which means dryer vents run long, twisted paths to an exterior wall. Lint builds up at every bend, and the NFPA identifies dryer vents as a leading cause of house fires. We clean the full vent run from the dryer connection to the exterior termination, and we do it in the same appointment window as a chimney sweep. One call, two fire hazards addressed. Read more on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Brushy Creek 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 Brushy Creek
Chimney repair in Brushy Creek starts with the cap and the crown, because those are the parts that take the beating from Central Texas weather and the parts most likely to fail on a factory-built system. The housing here skews toward 1990s – 2000s construction, and prefab chimneys from that era have galvanized caps that rust through after 15 – 20 years. When a cap fails, rain gets into the chase. When water gets into the chase, the firebox rusts, the insulation around the flue soaks, and the repair bill triples. Boardwalk Chimney Sweep handles the full repair cycle, from Chimney Repair diagnostics to HeatShield resurfacing and DuraFlex liner installation, so you aren’t bounced between contractors for one chimney problem.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You see rust streaks running down your siding from the chimney chase, or water stains on the ceiling near the fireplace after a hard rain.
What it costs in Brushy Creek
New chimney cap installation in Brushy Creek typically runs $180 – $340, with the final price depending on the flue size and whether the existing termination needs replacement.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, install a Copperfield or Gelco cap sized for the system, seal the chase top, and verify the draft before we pack up.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Hairline cracks or chunks of missing mortar on the concrete surface around the flue, which let water seep into the chimney structure itself.
What it costs in Brushy Creek
Chimney crown repair in Brushy Creek typically starts around $150 – $300 for minor crack sealing and runs higher when sections need to be rebuilt.
How we do it
We clean the crown surface, fill cracks with a weather-resistant crown coat, and rebuild any missing sections so water sheds away from the flue instead of into it.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
The flue tiles inside your chimney are cracked, spalling, or you can see gaps between tile sections during a camera inspection.
What it costs in Brushy Creek
A DuraFlex liner installation in Brushy Creek typically runs $2,500 – $4,800 depending on the flue length and whether the chimney has offset sections.
How we do it
We run a camera to map the flue, size a DuraFlex liner to the exact dimensions and offsets, then pull the liner through and secure it at the top and the appliance connection.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water staining on the ceiling where the chimney passes through, or visible gaps and lifted metal where the chimney meets the roof deck.
What it costs in Brushy Creek
Chimney flashing repair in Brushy Creek typically runs $250 – $650 depending on how much of the existing flashing can be salvaged.
How we do it
We remove the failed flashing, install new step and counter flashing to match the roof pitch, and seal the transitions with the same materials roofing pros specify.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Brushy Creek
| Item | Typical range in Brushy Creek |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney crown repair | $150 – $300 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $650 |
Do I really need a new liner if my chimney is only 20 years old?
In Brushy Creek, maybe not. If the liner has minor gaps or surface damage, HeatShield resurfacing can often restore it without full replacement. We show you camera footage before recommending anything, and we’ll tell you plainly if the liner can wait.
Can you repair my chimney the same day you inspect it?
Yes. Most cap, crown, and flashing repairs are completed in a single visit. Liner work takes a little longer because we size and order the DuraFlex liner to your exact flue dimensions, and installation is scheduled once the materials arrive. Call (877) 274-1247 for a repair quote, and we’ll tell you what’s realistic for your home.
Brands We Service in Brushy Creek
We work exclusively with the brands chimney professionals specify: Copperfield caps, DuraFlex liners, HeatShield resurfacing, and Gelco termination components. We keep common cap sizes and chase-top parts on the truck, so most Brushy Creek repairs are done in one trip. See our brands for details on the full line.
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| Service | Typical range in Brushy Creek |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney crown repair | $150 – $300 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $650 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $4,800 |
| Chimney sweep | $180 – $340 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $110 – $250 |
What pushes a Brushy Creek job higher is usually the two-story roofline on those master-planned subdivision homes, since roof access takes more time and care. The price we quote before the work starts is the price you pay, and we walk you through the camera findings before anything gets recommended.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Brushy Creek
We work throughout the 78717 ZIP, from the older sections near the Brushy Creek Community Center to the newer builds on the east side of Parmer Lane. Here are some of the neighborhoods we’re in most weeks:
- Highland Horizon
- Brushy Creek North
- Cat Hollow
- Stone Canyon
- Ranch at Brushy Creek
We’re typically inside the Brushy Creek area within one to two business days, and fall sweep appointments fill fast, so the earlier you book, the better your window.
Service Area – Cities Near Brushy Creek
Boardwalk Chimney Sweep covers Brushy Creek and the surrounding Williamson and northwest Travis County communities. We also serve Anderson Mill, TX, Jollyville, TX, Cedar Park, TX, and Wells Branch, TX, with the same crew and the same brands on every job.
Serving Brushy Creek, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Brushy 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 Brushy Creek
Most chimney repairs in Brushy Creek, including cap replacement and crown work, don’t require a permit because they’re classified as maintenance on an existing system. Liner installation sometimes triggers a permit depending on the scope, and we’ll tell you before any work starts if yours does.
Book in September or early October. Brushy Creek residents tend to call after the first cold snap, and by November, we’re scheduling two to three weeks out. A sweep before burning season means your fireplace is ready the first night the temperature actually drops.
The majority of Brushy Creek homes have factory-built prefab fireplaces, not brick masonry chimneys. Those systems need inspection from the roof because the caps sit low and animal nesting isn’t visible from the ground. We bring a camera and a ladder to every Brushy Creek inspection for exactly that reason.
If your chimney hasn’t been checked this year, or you’re seeing water stains, rust, or smoke backing into the room, call Boardwalk Chimney Sweep at (877) 274-1247. We’ll schedule the inspection, show you what we find, and give you a straight answer on what needs fixing and what can wait.
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 Brushy 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