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 Dripping Springs, TX
Chimney repair in Dripping Springs usually means one of two things: a cracked crown from Hill Country heat and soil movement, or a rusted-out flashing that leaks every time a spring storm rolls through. Ashton Chimney has served Dripping Springs since 2014, and the jobs we see along Fitzhugh Road and Sawyer Ranch Road are different from what you’d find in a central Austin subdivision. These are mostly custom and semi-custom homes on acreage, with limestone and field-stone veneer fireplaces that work hard through winter and sit idle the rest of the year. That long idle stretch, combined with cedar pollen, limestone dust, and humidity, creates real problems we can fix. Call (855) 507-9184 for a free estimate.
Why Dripping Springs Homes Are Different
Dripping Springs sits in the Hill Country oak-juniper belt, and that matters more than most homeowners realize. The homes here, especially the rural acreage properties outside any HOA, are built with masonry fireplaces that pull in a creosote-and-ash mix nothing like the manufactured fireboxes in Austin’s newer subdivisions. When a fireplace burns oak and juniper for months, then sits unused from spring through fall, the residue changes. Cedar pollen (Ashe juniper) blows in every spring and packs into chimney caps along with live oak leaves. By the time the first real cold front hits, a flue that ran fine last winter can be partially blocked or drawing poorly. We also see exterior chimney crowns cracked by summer heat and expanding clay soil, a routine finding on limestone-heavy acreage lots. Add in the fact that most Dripping Springs homes are outside city code enforcement, and inspection standards come down to us, not an inspector.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Dripping Springs Services
Dripping Springs homeowners call us most often for two things: a thorough chimney sweep before burning season, and dryer vent cleaning they’d been putting off. Both are fire-safety services, and both are handled by the same Ashton Chimney crew.
Chimney Sweep in Dripping Springs
A chimney sweep here isn’t just a brush-up job. On acreage homes along Fitzhugh Road, we’re pulling out creosote mixed with oak leaves, cedar pollen, and sometimes the remains of a bird nest or squirrel stash. The long warm season means flues collect debris while they sit unused, and the first burn of winter is when that matters most. We inspect the full system while we clean: liner, crown, flashing, cap, and firebox. You’ll get a clear report, not a sales pitch. If something needs repair, we’ll show you the camera footage. Learn more on our Chimney Sweep in Dripping Springs page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Dripping Springs
Dryer vents in rural Dripping Springs homes often run longer than city vent runs, sometimes through attics or under pier-and-beam foundations. That extra length means more lint accumulates before it exits, and a clogged vent is the leading cause of dryer fires. We use professional rotary brushes and vacuums rated for the job, not hardware-store rods. If your dryer takes two cycles to dry a load, or the flap outside barely opens, the vent needs service. Read more on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Dripping Springs 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 Dripping Springs
Chimney repair in Dripping Springs is most often driven by two local realities: expansive clay soil that shifts and cracks masonry over time, and Hill Country weather that bakes a crown all summer then freezes it in a January cold snap. We repair what’s broken, reline flues when the clay tiles have cracked, and replace flashing before a leaking chimney rots the framing around it. One company handles the sweep, the repair, and the sign-off, so there’s no hand-off to a separate contractor. Our repair work uses professional-grade materials, not off-the-shelf substitutes, and you’ll know exactly what’s going into your home before we start. This work falls under our Chimney Repair service line.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You have no cap, or the old cap is rusted through, letting rain, cedar pollen, and small animals into the flue.
What it costs in Dripping Springs
A new chimney cap installed in Dripping Springs typically runs $150 to $350, depending on the flue size and material.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, recommend stainless steel from Olympia Chimney or Copperfield rather than galvanized, and secure the cap to the crown so it stays put in Hill Country wind.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The existing cap is dented, corroded, or no longer sits level on the flue, which lets water pool and drip down the flue walls.
What it costs in Dripping Springs
Replacing a chimney cap in Dripping Springs typically falls between $180 and $400, including removing the old cap and hauling it off.
How we do it
We take off the old cap, check the flue tile for damage underneath, then install a properly sized replacement from Famco or Olympia Chimney and seal the attachment points.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
The clay tile liner is cracked, spalling, or missing sections, which can let heat and carbon monoxide into the house and creosote settle on masonry.
What it costs in Dripping Springs
A new stainless steel liner installed in Dripping Springs typically runs $2,500 to $5,500 depending on flue height and appliance type.
How we do it
We size the system to the appliance, run a DuraFlex stainless liner rated for wood, gas, or oil as needed, insulate where code requires, and connect it properly at both ends.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water stains appear on the ceiling near the chimney, or the metal flashing is lifted, rusted, or pulling away from the roofline.
What it costs in Dripping Springs
Flashing repair in Dripping Springs generally runs $400 to $900, with full replacement typically $900 to $1,800.
How we do it
We inspect the roof-to-chimney junction, remove the failed flashing, install new step and counter flashing, and seal the joint with a commercial-rated sealant that holds up to Texas heat.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete or mortar crown has cracks, is spalling, or has pulled away from the flue tile and lets water into the masonry below.
What it costs in Dripping Springs
A crown repair in Dripping Springs typically runs $350 to $700, while a full concrete crown replacement runs $900 to $1,500.
How we do it
We clean out any failed material, resurface or rebuild the crown with a proper slope away from the flue, and seal it with a flexible crown coat resistant to Hill Country freeze-thaw cycles.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Dripping Springs
| Item | Typical range in Dripping Springs |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $180 – $400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $700 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $5,500 |
Do I always need a full liner replacement if my flue tiles are cracked?
No. If the existing clay tiles are cracked but the flue structure is sound, we can often resurface the interior with HeatShield, a manufacturer-backed repair system, and avoid the higher cost of full liner installation.
Can you fix a cracked crown without rebuilding the whole chimney?
Yes, in most cases. A cracked crown can usually be resurfaced or patched with a proper crown coat. Full reconstruction is only needed when the crown has crumbled or the masonry underneath is compromised.
Brands We Service in Dripping Springs
We install and work on components from Olympia Chimney, Famco, Copperfield, and DuraFlex. We keep common cap sizes and connector parts stocked on the truck, which means most Dripping Springs repairs happen in one visit rather than two. See our brands for the full line.
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| Service | Typical range in Dripping Springs |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (cleaning and inspection) | $150 – $300 |
| Chimney cap installation | $150 – $350 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $180 – $400 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $400 – $900 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $700 |
| Chimney crown replacement | $900 – $1,500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $5,500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $125 – $250 |
Prices in Dripping Springs push toward the higher end when a chimney is on a steep roof, the stack is unusually tall, or the flue has gone years without a sweep. We quote a flat price before any work begins, so the number we give you is the number you pay. Call (855) 507-9184 for a free estimate.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Dripping Springs
We work throughout the 78620 ZIP code, from the ranch homes along Fitzhugh Road to the newer subdivisions on the east side of town. Response time for most Dripping Springs appointments is within a few business days, and we group our visits so you’re not waiting two weeks for a cap replacement.
- Fitzhugh Road corridor
- Sawyer Ranch Road area
- Belterra
- West Cave Estates
- Polo Ridge
Service Area – Cities Near Dripping Springs
Ashton Chimney is based in Cedar Park and serves Dripping Springs plus the surrounding Hill Country communities. If you’re nearby, we also work regularly in Bee Cave, TX, Lakeway, TX, The Hills, TX, and Briarcliff, TX. One call covers the whole area: (855) 507-9184.
Serving Dripping Springs, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Dripping Springs 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 Dripping Springs
Most unincorporated Dripping Springs properties are outside city permitting, so routine repair like cap replacement or crown work doesn’t require a permit. Inside city limits, any structural or liner work may need approval. We’ll tell you what applies to your address before we start.
For Dripping Springs, we typically schedule within three to five business days, with earlier availability if you’re flexible on time. Chimney sweeps and dryer vent cleanings are faster to book than full liner projects, which require more lead time for materials.
Our scope covers the chimney and venting system: liner, crown, cap, flashing, and the flue. We don’t rebuild fireboxes or install new fireplaces, but we can tell you clearly if your issue is in the chimney or the firebox and who needs to do that work. For anything in the chimney, call (855) 507-9184 for a free estimate.
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 Dripping Springs Customers Say
"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"Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vac, and not a speck of soot on the carpet. I'd been dreading the mess for nothing."
— Alicia Hampton"Liner was cracked in two places. He walked me through the repair options honestly, including the one that was cheaper for him and better for me."
— Nisha Patel