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 Bee Cave, TX
Chimney repair in Bee Cave usually means one of three things: a cracked crown after a hard freeze, a rusted or missing cap that’s let grackles and squirrels nest inside the flue, or a liner that’s no longer safe for the gas or wood appliance it vents. Most of the homes we work on here were built between the 1990s and 2010s, sit on hillsides west of Austin, and have tall exterior chimneys that take a beating from Central Texas heat, sudden cold snaps, and cedar pollen. Ashton Chimney has served Bee Cave since 2014, and we handle the sweep, the repair, and the sign-off ourselves. If you’re seeing water stains near the fireplace or hearing animals inside the chase, call (855) 507-9184 and we’ll talk through what’s happening.
Why Bee Cave Homes Are Different
Bee Cave’s chimney work is shaped by the housing stock and the terrain. These are mostly large custom builds from 3,000 to 6,000 square feet, many with masonry or prefab fireplaces and exterior chimneys that rise well above the roofline. Tall chimneys catch more wind, more rain, and more sun, which means crowns and caps fail faster than they do on shorter suburban flues. The limestone and clay soils in the hills also shift with drought and heavy rain, and that movement shows up as hairline cracks in mortar joints within a few years of construction.
The climate does its own damage. Central Texas heat bakes chimney crowns through July and August, and when a January freeze arrives, any water that’s seeped into small cracks expands and widens them. After every hard freeze, we get a spike in calls from Bee Cave homeowners about cracked crowns and spalling brick on tall exterior chimneys. Spring pollen and cedar fever season also push a surprising number of inspections: homeowners walk outside, see fine pollen dust on everything, and decide it’s time to check what’s settled inside the flue before the first fire of the season.
HOA rules add another layer. Many Bee Cave communities have strict architectural standards, and homeowners can’t just swap a chimney cap or replace flashing without making sure the new parts match the house. We document every inspection with photos, leave a spotless workspace, and describe repairs before making them. That matters when your HOA wants proof the work was done properly.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Bee Cave Services
Most Bee Cave homeowners call us for one of two things: a chimney sweep before burning season or a dryer vent cleaning after a remodel or move-in. Both are fire-safety services, and both are jobs we do with the same professional-grade equipment and the same documentation standard.
Chimney Sweep in Bee Cave
In Bee Cave, a sweep is rarely about heavy soot. Fireplaces here are used a handful of times each winter, often gas-assisted, so the real work is inspecting for wildlife nests, checking creosote from occasional wood fires, and verifying the venting on direct-vent gas units still terminates correctly. Tall chimneys make cap and crown inspection a bigger part of the job than it would be in a flatter subdivision. We photograph everything we find. Chimney Sweep in Bee Cave covers the full process.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Bee Cave
Large custom homes in Bee Cave often have long dryer vent runs, sometimes 20 to 40 feet, with elbows inside walls and exits through the roof. Lint builds up fast in those runs, and a clogged vent is the leading cause of dryer fires in the U.S. That risk doesn’t show up on a home inspection, so a lot of Bee Cave homeowners discover it only after clothes start taking two cycles to dry. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Bee Cave explains how we clear and inspect the full run.
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 Bee Cave
Chimney repair in Bee Cave starts with the crown and the cap. The crown is the concrete slab at the very top of a masonry chimney, and in Bee Cave it’s exposed to full sun all summer. Heat and UV break down the sealer, water gets into micro-cracks, and a January freeze turns those cracks into open fissures. A cracked crown lets water run down the flue and into the brick, which is how a small problem becomes a structural one. The cap sits above the crown and keeps rain, debris, and animals out. In Bee Cave’s hillside neighborhoods, chimney caps are prime nesting spots for grackles and squirrels, and once they’re in, the nest material blocks venting and traps carbon monoxide. Here’s what most Bee Cave repair work involves. Learn more about our full repair scope on the Chimney Repair page.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You hear animals inside the chimney, debris falls into the fireplace, or there’s no cap at all.
What it costs in Bee Cave
Chimney cap installation in Bee Cave typically runs $160 to $290 depending on flue size and material.
How we do it
We measure the flue, install a properly sized cap with a spark arrestor, and seal the mounting with high-temperature adhesive.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is rusted through, bent from a storm, or the mesh is torn enough for birds to get past.
What it costs in Bee Cave
Replacement in Bee Cave costs $190 to $310 for most standard sizes.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, check the flue tile beneath for damage, and install a new cap rated for the appliance type.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
You have a cracked clay tile liner, missing mortar between tiles, or a gas appliance venting into an unlined or oversized flue.
What it costs in Bee Cave
Chimney liner installation in Bee Cave typically ranges from $2,300 to $3,900 depending on length and fuel type.
How we do it
We measure the full flue run, install a DuraFlex stainless liner rated for the appliance, and insulate where needed.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
You see hairline cracks across the crown, water staining on the ceiling near the fireplace, or spalling brick below the roofline.
What it costs in Bee Cave
Chimney crown repair in Bee Cave generally runs $350 to $600 for a standard seal and resurface.
How we do it
We clean the crown, fill cracks with a flexible sealant rated for exterior concrete, and rebuild the peak so water sheds away from the flue.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Bee Cave
| Item | Typical range in Bee Cave |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $160 – $290 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $190 – $310 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,300 – $3,900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $450 |
Does a cracked crown really need immediate repair in Bee Cave?
Yes, if water is getting through. A hairline crack widens with each freeze, and the damage moves from the crown into the brick and eventually the ceiling. Sealing a crown early costs a few hundred dollars; rebuilding a chimney chase costs thousands. Call (855) 507-9184 for an exact quote, and we’ll photograph everything before recommending what’s next.
Will insurance cover chimney repair after a freeze?
Sometimes, if the damage came from a sudden event like a storm or freeze rather than normal wear. We document the condition of the crown, cap, and flashing before and after repair, and many Bee Cave homeowners use those photos for an insurance claim. Call (855) 507-9184 if you want a repair assessment you can submit to your carrier.
Brands We Service in Bee Cave
Ashton Chimney works with professional-grade materials, not off-the-shelf substitutes. In Bee Cave, that means DuraFlex for stainless liners, HeatShield for flue resurfacing, and Copperfield and Gelco for caps and crowns. We keep the common sizes on the truck, so a standard cap replacement or crown reseal is usually done in one visit. See our brands for the full list.
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| Service | Typical range in Bee Cave |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (fireplace) | $189 – $239 |
| Chimney sweep (wood stove) | $210 – $260 |
| Chimney sweep (gas fireplace) | $160 – $210 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $100 – $180 |
| Chimney cap installation | $160 – $290 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $190 – $310 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $600 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,300 – $3,900 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $250 – $450 |
What pushes a Bee Cave chimney repair higher than the listed range? Height and access. Tall exterior chimneys on hillside lots often need a taller ladder or a lift, and that adds time and equipment cost. Terraced lots with limited side access can also make setup slower.
We quote a flat price before the work begins. No hourly billing surprises, and if we find something additional, we show you the photo and tell you the price before touching it.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Bee Cave
We work throughout Bee Cave and the surrounding 78738 ZIP code, including the hillside communities where tall chimneys and steep driveways are common. Most of our Bee Cave appointments are scheduled within a few days, not weeks, and we batch multiple jobs on the same side of town to keep trip time out of your price.
- Falconhead
- Spanish Oaks
- The Homestead
- Lake Pointe
- Village of Bee Cave
Service Area – Cities Near Bee Cave
Ashton Chimney is based in Cedar Park and runs a regular route through the hill country west of Austin. Along with Bee Cave, we serve Lakeway, TX, The Hills, TX, Briarcliff, TX, and Barton Creek, TX. If you’re a few minutes outside Bee Cave proper, call (855) 507-9184 and we’ll confirm coverage for your address.
Serving Bee Cave, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Bee Cave 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 Bee Cave
Some Bee Cave HOAs require approval for exterior changes, including caps and flashing that are visible from the street. We can provide photos, dimensions, and material specs before the job so you can submit them. Call (855) 507-9184 and we’ll help you figure out what your HOA needs.
We schedule most Bee Cave chimney inspections within two to four days, faster if a freeze just passed and you suspect crown damage. Spring is our busiest time for allergy-driven inspection calls, so it’s best to book before the first cold snap. Call (855) 507-9184 to hold a slot.
Yes, we cover the full 78738 ZIP code, including Bee Cave, parts of the Village, and the surrounding hill country. Some far-west properties take a few extra minutes to reach, which we build into the estimate rather than surprising you later. Call (855) 507-9184 with your address for a free quote.
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 Bee Cave Customers Say
"Thorough sweep and a clear report. He was running late from the job before and arrived near the end of the window, though he did call to warn me."
— Cole Doyle"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
— Tyrone Ingram"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."
— Nia Mosley