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 Wells Branch, TX
Chimney repair in Wells Branch usually means one thing: a fireplace that was built with the house in the 1980s or 1990s, used for a few winters, then ignored for two decades. The result is rusted caps, cracked crowns, and flue liners that have quietly deteriorated while the house changed hands once or twice. Ashton Chimney has served Wells Branch since 2014, and we handle the whole job, from the first camera inspection to the final repair, with materials we’re willing to name. Call (855) 507-9184 when you’re ready to find out what’s actually going on up there.
Why Wells Branch Homes Are Different
Wells Branch is a master-planned MUD community built mostly in the 1980s and 1990s off Wells Branch Parkway and I-35. That matters for chimney work because most of the fireplaces here are original builder-grade units that have gone 25 to 35 years with little or no sweeping. It’s not unusual for us to be the first company to put a camera up a flue since the house was constructed.
The climate does the rest of the damage. Hot, humid summers mean fireplaces sit unused for nine months at a time. Soot and creosote settle and cake. Birds build nests. Live oaks and cedar in the greenbelts and backyards drop leaves and acorns onto roofs all winter, and without a proper cap, that debris ends up in the flue. Then the occasional hard freeze cracks masonry crowns and old chimney caps, and the next rain gets inside the chase. The cycle repeats until something visible fails or a home inspector flags it during a sale.
We also see a lot of homes in Wells Branch where the chimney cap was never installed in the first place, or it’s the original unit and it’s rusted through. That’s a cheap fix that prevents a long list of expensive problems.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Wells Branch Services
Most calls we get in Wells Branch fall into two categories: the chimney hasn’t been swept in years, or the dryer vent hasn’t been cleaned since the house was built. Both are fire risks, and both are jobs we handle directly.
Chimney Sweep in Wells Branch
A proper sweep in Wells Branch starts with the understanding that your 1990s fireplace has probably never been swept. We remove creosote, soot, and the leaf-and-acorn blockages that are common here, then run a camera inspection so you see exactly what the flue looks like afterward. The dominant local fire hazard is Central Texas cedar and juniper creosote from live oak and cedar firewood, which builds up differently than the soft pine creosote you’d get up north. It’s dense, hard to remove, and worth taking seriously. See the full breakdown on our Chimney Sweep in Wells Branch page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Wells Branch
Your dryer vent is a venting system too, and in Wells Branch it’s just as likely to cause a fire if neglected. Lint accumulates inside the duct, the dryer runs hotter, and the exhaust path narrows until the system can’t breathe. Homes here were built in the 1980s and 1990s, which means many still have original foil or flexible plastic vent runs behind the wall, and those trap lint faster than rigid metal duct. We clean the full run from dryer to exterior termination and check airflow at both ends. Details are on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Wells Branch 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 Wells Branch
Chimney repair in Wells Branch is almost always a story about age and weather. The house was built in the 1980s or 1990s, the original cap rusted out years ago, and now water has been getting into the flue and the chase for a decade or more. By the time we’re called, the crown is cracked, the flashing has pulled away, or the liner has started to flake. Our job is to show you the damage with a camera, explain what’s structural and what’s cosmetic, and fix it right so the repair outlasts the original. Most of what we do falls under Chimney Repair: caps, crowns, flashing, and liners, using DuraFlex and HeatShield materials rated for the application, not hardware-store substitutes.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You have no cap at all, or the existing cap is rusted, bent, or sitting loose on the flue tile.
What it costs in Wells Branch
A new chimney cap in Wells Branch typically runs $200 to $500 installed, depending on the flue size and material.
How we do it
We measure the flue, confirm the correct cap size, and install it with a mechanical fastening system so it stays put in Central Texas wind.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
The original cap has rusted through, let water into the chase, or no longer covers the flue opening correctly.
What it costs in Wells Branch
Replacing a rusted or damaged cap in Wells Branch is the same range as new install, $200 to $500 with the old cap removed.
How we do it
We remove the old cap, inspect the flue tile beneath it for damage, and install a replacement that matches the appliance type.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your chimney has no liner, the original clay tile is cracked, or an inspection found gaps between tiles where heat can reach the framing.
What it costs in Wells Branch
Liner installation or replacement in Wells Branch typically runs $2,000 to $5,000 depending on the flue length, diameter, and whether the old liner needs removal.
How we do it
We measure the full flue run, select the correct DuraFlex stainless liner, drop it down, insulate the annular space, and reconnect the appliance.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Wells Branch
| Item | Typical range in Wells Branch |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $500 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,000 – $5,000 |
Do I really need a new liner, or can it be repaired?
It depends what the camera shows. If the clay tile has minor cracks but is structurally sound, HeatShield resurfacing can restore the flue for less money than full liner replacement. If the tile is collapsed or the flue is undersized, a DuraFlex stainless liner is the right fix.
How long does a chimney repair take in Wells Branch?
Cap and crown repairs are usually done in one visit. A full liner installation takes most of a day, sometimes two if the existing liner fights us on the way out. We’ll tell you the timeline before we start.
Brands We Service in Wells Branch
We stock and install Famco caps, Copperfield flashing, DuraFlex stainless liners, and HeatShield resurfacing materials for Wells Branch jobs. Because we keep common parts on the truck, most cap and flashing repairs are done on the first visit. See our brands for the full list of what we work with.
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| Service | Typical range in Wells Branch |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (routine, single flue) | $150 – $300 |
| Chimney sweep with camera inspection | $200 – $400 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $100 – $200 |
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $500 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $200 – $500 |
| Chimney crown repair | $400 – $1,200 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $800 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,000 – $5,000 |
| HeatShield liner resurfacing | $1,500 – $3,500 |
In Wells Branch, the price usually climbs when decades of neglect have stacked one problem on top of another: a rusted cap led to water in the chase, which cracked the crown, which let moisture reach the liner. That’s why we give you the camera footage before we quote, so you see the chain of events and know what’s urgent and what can wait. The price we quote before the sweep or repair is the price you pay, for exactly the work described.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Wells Branch
Our Wells Branch work takes us across the whole 78728 ZIP code. Most of the homes are 1980s and 1990s brick veneer on small lots, with the same original fireplaces and the same accumulation patterns. We try to schedule several Wells Branch jobs on the same route day, which keeps drive time down and gets us to you sooner.
- Wells Branch subdivision
- Bratton Hill
- The Enclave at Wells Branch
- Carlton Oaks
- Wells Point
Service Area – Cities Near Wells Branch
We also cover the surrounding Central Texas communities. If you’re in Windemere, TX, Pflugerville, TX, Anderson Mill, TX, or Jollyville, TX, the same crew and the same materials apply. Give us a call and we’ll get you on the route.
Serving Wells Branch, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Wells Branch 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 Wells Branch
We typically route Wells Branch jobs within a few days of the call, and we batch multiple 78728 visits on the same day to speed things up. If you’re flexible on timing, we can usually squeeze you in sooner. Call (855) 507-9184 and we’ll give you a straight answer on scheduling.
For standard sweeps, caps, and repairs, no. The Wells Branch MUD and local HOAs generally don’t require approval for maintenance and repair work on an existing chimney. If you’re changing anything visible from the street, like a cap style or color, it’s worth checking your specific section’s rules.
Yes. We do real estate chimney inspections in Wells Branch, and we’ll give you the camera footage and a plain-language report. If the seller’s home inspector flagged the chimney, we’ll tell you what’s actually wrong and what it costs to fix, then you decide how to negotiate.
If your Wells Branch chimney hasn’t been looked at in years, start with a sweep and camera inspection. Call Ashton Chimney at (855) 507-9184 for a free estimate, and we’ll tell you what we found, what it means, and what your options are.
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 Wells Branch 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