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 Shady Hollow, TX
Chimney repair in Shady Hollow usually comes down to two things: age and oak trees. The homes here were mostly built between the 1970s and 1990s, and the masonry flues from that era are now showing cracked mortar crowns and spalling brick faces. Add the live oak canopy that defines the 78739 ZIP, and you get flue caps crushed by falling deadwood, acorns packed against the damper, and creosote that’s been sitting through a long humid off-season. Ashton Chimney has served Shady Hollow since 2014, and we handle the repair work, the sweep, and the dryer vent in one visit. Call (855) 507-9184 when you’re ready to schedule.
Why Shady Hollow Homes Are Different
Shady Hollow isn’t a tract-home subdivision. The lots are large, the tree cover is dense, and the houses are custom or semi-custom builds from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. That changes the chimney work in ways a newer neighborhood never sees. Masonry fireplaces were the standard here, and forty to fifty years of Central Texas heat and humidity have done what they do: mortar crowns crack, brick faces spall, and the clay tile liners inside start to separate at the joints. We see it on nearly every older Shady Hollow chimney we open up.
Then there’s the canopy. Live oak and cedar surround most homes, which means leaf litter, cedar pollen from the December through February season, and whole acorn caches end up on the flue cap and inside the flue. Falling limbs take out caps more often than homeowners expect. The mild winters mean fireplaces burn only a handful of cold snaps a year, so debris sits and compacts between burns. Squirrels find the quiet flue appealing, and we regularly pull nests out of chimneys under the oak line. A chimney in Shady Hollow doesn’t get dirty faster because it’s used more. It gets dirty because it sits under trees and waits.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Shady Hollow Services
Most calls we get from Shady Hollow start with one of two services. Here’s what each involves in this ZIP.
Chimney Sweep in Shady Hollow
A chimney sweep in Shady Hollow has to account for what the trees drop, not just what the fire leaves behind. We remove the creosote, but we also clear acorns, cedar pollen mats, leaf litter, and the occasional squirrel nest from the flue, smoke shelf, and cap. The pollen mat that settles in after cedar season can smolder if you light a fire on top of it, so we tell customers to hold off burning until the sweep clears it. Full details are on the Chimney Sweep in Shady Hollow page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Shady Hollow
Your dryer vent is a venting system too, and in Shady Hollow it faces the same lint buildup risk as anywhere else, plus the added complication of homes with long vent runs through walls and crawl spaces. Lint is the leading cause of dryer fires, and a clogged vent also forces the dryer to run longer on every load. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior termination, then test airflow. See the Dryer Vent Cleaning in Shady Hollow page for the 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 Shady Hollow
Chimney repair in Shady Hollow tends to fall into two categories: the parts that failed because the house is old, and the parts that failed because a tree branch hit them. The 1970s through 1990s masonry here is reaching the age where mortar crowns crack from decades of thermal cycling, and clay tile liners lose their integrity at the seams. At the same time, the live oak canopy drops limbs onto flue caps, and the acidic cedar pollen and humidity accelerate rust on metal components. You don’t have to replace a damaged chimney in most cases; we repair what failed, and when the flue liner itself is compromised, we use HeatShield resurfacing or a DuraFlex stainless liner rather than defaulting to a full teardown. Ashton Chimney handles everything from the first camera inspection to the final sign-off, so there’s no hand-off to another contractor. For a deeper look at our repair process, visit Chimney Repair.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Water in the firebox after rain, rust on the damper assembly, visible debris in the flue, or signs of animal activity at the top of the chimney.
What it costs in Shady Hollow
Chimney cap installation in Shady Hollow typically falls between $300 and $850 depending on the cap material and the flue configuration.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a stainless steel or copper cap sized for the tile or liner, secure it to the flue, and verify the spark arrestor mesh is seated so embers stay in and animals stay out.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
Cracks in the mortar crown visible from the ground, water stains running down the brick face, or chunks of mortar that have fallen onto the roof or into the firebox.
What it costs in Shady Hollow
Chimney crown repair in Shady Hollow typically runs between $250 and $600 for crack filling and resurfacing, with full crown rebuilds running higher depending on access and size.
How we do it
We clean the crown surface, chase out failing mortar, apply a flexible sealant built for the crown’s expansion and contraction cycle, and if the damage is structural, we form and pour a new crown over the existing masonry.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Shady Hollow
These are the repair ranges we typically quote in the 78739 area. Exact pricing depends on roof access, the condition of the existing masonry, and the flue size.
| Item | Typical range in Shady Hollow |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $250 – $600 |
| Flashing repair (per side) | $350 – $650 |
How long does chimney repair take in Shady Hollow?
Most cap and crown work is finished in a single visit, usually two to four hours. Liner resurfacing or replacement adds a half day or more depending on the flue height and the appliance it serves.
Will my repair hold up under Shady Hollow’s oak canopy?
Stainless caps and properly sealed crowns are built for this environment. We choose materials that resist rust from the humid off-season and the acidic cedar pollen, and we inspect the top of the chimney on every service call so branch damage gets caught before water enters the flue.
Brands We Service in Shady Hollow
We install and service the brands chimney professionals specify, not hardware-store substitutes. In Shady Hollow that means a lot of Olympia Chimney caps and dampers, DuraFlex stainless liners, and Copperfield flashing components. Our brands page lists the full set and what we stock locally for faster turnaround.
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| Service | Typical range in Shady Hollow |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, one flue) | $200 – $350 |
| Chimney sweep with camera inspection | $300 – $500 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $130 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $300 – $850 |
| Chimney crown repair | $250 – $600 |
| Flashing repair (per side) | $350 – $650 |
| Chimney liner resurfacing (HeatShield) | $1,800 – $3,500 |
| Chimney liner replacement (DuraFlex stainless) | $2,500 – $5,500 |
What pushes price up in Shady Hollow is usually roof access on steep pitches, multiple flues, or caps that need custom sizing for older masonry openings. Whatever the job, we price it upfront before any work begins, so the number we quote is the number you pay.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Shady Hollow
We work throughout the 78739 ZIP, from the streets on the western edge near the greenbelt to the cul-de-sacs along Brodie Lane. Shady Hollow’s layout means most homes sit on generous lots with tree cover, so we’re used to setting up ladders around live oaks and working on steep roof pitches. Here are a few of the neighborhoods we’re in regularly:
- Shady Hollow Estates
- Bauerle Ranch
- Sendera
- Village at Western Oaks
- Covered Bridge
Response time across the Shady Hollow area is typically within a week for standard sweeps and repairs, and we group visits by ZIP so scheduling stays efficient.
Service Area – Cities Near Shady Hollow
Ashton Chimney covers Shady Hollow and the surrounding communities in southwest Travis and northern Hays County. If you’re in Manchaca, TX, Buda, TX, Onion Creek, TX, or Lost Creek, TX, we work in those neighborhoods too, and the same team handles the sweep, the repair, and the dryer vent in one visit.
Serving Shady Hollow, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Shady Hollow 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 Shady Hollow
Most Shady Hollow appointments are scheduled within a week, and repair estimates often happen sooner when we’re already working in the 78739 area that day. Call (855) 507-9184 and we’ll give you the next available window for your street.
Most Shady Hollow area HOAs don’t regulate chimney repairs or sweeps, but any work visible from the street has to match the existing materials, which our repair approach always respects. We keep the same brick and cap profile so nothing stands out.
Yes, and it’s the most efficient way to use the appointment. We’ll sweep the chimney, inspect the flue, clean the dryer vent, and give you a written summary of everything we found before we leave the driveway.
If your chimney hasn’t been looked at since the last cedar season, or if you know you have a cracked cap or a vent that hasn’t been cleaned in years, call Ashton Chimney at (855) 507-9184 for a free estimate. We’ve served Shady Hollow homeowners since 2014, and we’ll tell you what we found, what it means, and what your options are in plain language.
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 Shady Hollow 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."
— Dustin Whitaker"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