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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.
Fast, Reliable Dryer Vent Cleaning Across Windemere
Dryer vent cleaning in Windemere typically runs $140 – $240 for a standard single-story run, and $220 – $380 when the vent travels through a long attic chase or exits through the roof. Our Dryer Vent Cleaning team works these rural Hill Country properties every week. Windemere’s acreage lots mean longer vent runs, sharper elbows, and more squirrel and bird pressure at the termination than you’d find in a tight subdivision. If your dryer is taking two or three cycles to finish a load, the problem is rarely the machine. It’s the vent. Call (855) 507-9184 and we’ll get it diagnosed properly.
Why Ashton Chimney Is Windemere’s Preferred Dryer Vent Cleaning Company
Most companies that clean dryer vents in Windemere treat it as a side job. Ours is a full service line, run by the same technicians who handle chimney sweeps and liner work, so we understand how a venting system behaves from the appliance to the roof cap. Nolan Pruett built Ashton Chimney around a simple idea: a vent is a system, not a tube. That perspective matters on Windemere properties where a dryer vent might run 25 or 30 feet through unconditioned attic space before it sees daylight.
We know the homes here. Older ranch-style builds with masonry fireplaces sit next to newer Hill Country customs with gas inserts and long roof-vented dryer runs. No two layouts are the same, and a big-box store brush kit isn’t going to reach the clogs that actually form in these attics. Our techs carry camera inspection equipment on every Windemere job, and we show you the photos before we call the work done. That’s not an upsell tactic. It’s how you verify what you paid for.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Dryer Vent Cleaning Services in Windemere
Dryer Vent Cleaning
We clean the full run from the dryer connection to the exterior termination, using professional rotary brushes and flexible rods sized to the vent diameter. On Windemere homes with long attic runs, we often switch to a flexible brush system that can follow the elbows without tearing the pipe. Every cleaning includes a visual check of the termination cap and a before-and-after airflow reading so you know the vent is actually moving air again.
Dryer Vent Inspection
A lot of Windemere homeowners call us after a dryer has been slow for months, and the first question is whether the vent is even intact. We run a camera through the full run and document everything: crushed sections, disconnected joints, bird or squirrel nests, sharp elbows plugged solid with lint. If the vent is compromised, you’ll see exactly where and why. That camera footage becomes your decision tool for whether a simple cleaning is enough or if a section should be replaced.
Dryer Vent Cap and Screen Installation
Wooded lots around Windemere put constant pressure on vent terminations. Birds, squirrels, and wind-blown leaf litter find their way into any opening, especially on roof-vented systems. We install and replace vent caps with proper backdraft dampers and pest screens, using professional-grade hardware from Copperfield and Famco. A screened cap keeps critters out while still letting the vent breathe, and it’s one of the most cost-effective prevention steps a Windemere homeowner can take.
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.
Trusted Brands We Service in Windemere
We don’t stock hardware-store parts. The caps, dampers, screen assemblies, and liner materials we install on Windemere jobs come from Copperfield and Famco, two names any chimney or venting professional recognizes. When a vent section needs replacement after a squirrel tears through it or a roof run has separated at a joint, we rebuild it with the same commercial-grade components we’d use on a chimney liner. You won’t get a thin aluminum kit from a big-box shelf. You’ll get parts built for the job.
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AfterCommon Dryer Vent Cleaning Problems We See in Windemere Homes
- Long attic runs with hard 90-degree elbows. Windemere homes on acreage frequently route dryer vents through unconditioned attic space to reach a roof exit. Every elbow is a lint collection point, and a standard short brush won’t negotiate them. We use flexible rod systems to reach the actual clog, not just the first five feet.
- Squirrel and bird nests in terminations. Wooded lots mean constant pest pressure. We routinely find nests built inside roof caps and wall terminations, sometimes completely blocking airflow. A proper screened cap from Famco eliminates the entry point.
- Crushed or disconnected vent sections in attics. Years of heat cycling and the occasional critter or stored-box impact can separate vent joints in unconditioned attics. When the run is disconnected mid-attic, the dryer is blowing hot, lint-heavy air into your insulation. That’s a fire risk and a mold risk in one.
- Homeowners misdiagnosing the problem. We hear it constantly in Windemere: “I think the dryer’s going out.” Usually it’s fine. The vent is just so restricted that the moisture sensor can’t register dry clothes, so the cycle runs long and the heating element cycles repeatedly. Clean the vent first, then reassess the appliance.
Pricing for Dryer Vent Cleaning in Windemere, TX
A standard dryer vent cleaning in Windemere runs $140 – $240 for a short, straight run that exits through an exterior wall. Roof-vented systems and longer attic runs add labor and equipment time, typically landing in the $220 – $380 range. If we need to replace a cap or screen assembly, that’s priced separately based on the component, usually $45 – $95 for professional-grade Famco or Copperfield parts. If the camera inspection turns up a disconnected joint or crushed section, we’ll show you the photo and quote the repair before any work happens. Estimates are free. Call (855) 507-9184 and we’ll give you a firm price before we start.
We Also Serve Cities Near Windemere
Ashton Chimney covers Dryer Vent Cleaning in Windemere and the surrounding Hill Country communities, including Wells Branch, Pflugerville, Anderson Mill, and Jollyville. If you’re on the edge of Windemere or just across the line, call and we’ll confirm coverage. One company handles the sweep, the repair, and the sign-off, no matter which side of the county you’re on.
Serving Windemere, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Windemere 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 – Dryer Vent Cleaning in Windemere
Once a year is the safe minimum for Windemere homes, and twice a year if your vent terminates on the roof or runs through a long attic chase. Wooded lots put more pest pressure on terminations, and attic runs collect lint faster than short wall exits. If you burn oak or cedar in a fireplace regularly, you already know how fast creosote builds; dryer lint behaves the same way in its own system. Call (855) 507-9184 to schedule your annual cleaning.
In almost every case we see in Windemere, the dryer isn’t failing. The vent is restricted, and the moisture sensor can’t register dry clothes, so the cycle runs long. Lint clogs at elbows in long attic runs, combined with heat and humidity from the attic itself, make the problem worse here than in conditioned-space layouts. We clean the full run, verify airflow with a meter, and the dryer usually returns to normal on the next load.
Yes, and that’s a big part of the work we do in Windemere. We use flexible rod and brush systems designed to follow the elbows in long attic runs, plus a camera to verify we reached the termination and cleared the obstruction. Roof-vented systems are common on these larger properties, and we work from the ground or with a ladder as the access allows. The camera inspection is included with the cleaning.
Watch for clothes that take two or more cycles to dry, a dryer exterior that feels unusually hot to the touch, a burning smell during operation, or visible lint around the exterior vent cap. On Windemere properties with wooded lots, also look for bird or squirrel activity near the vent termination. If you’ve noticed any of these signs, call (855) 507-9184. We’ll inspect and clean the full run.
Yes. Many Windemere homes have both a fireplace and a dryer vent routed through the same attic space, and we’ll inspect and clean both in a single visit if you want. Since we’re already on-site for the chimney sweep, adding the dryer vent is efficient for you and gives us a complete picture of your home’s venting systems. Ask about combining services when you call (855) 507-9184.
If your dryer is slow, running hot, or you can’t remember the last time the vent was cleaned, call Ashton Chimney at (855) 507-9184 for a free estimate. We serve all of Windemere and the surrounding Hill Country communities, and we’ll show you exactly what we find.
Written by Nolan Pruett, Owner at Ashton Chimney, serving Windemere and the greater Austin area.