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 Windemere, TX
Chimney repair in Windemere usually starts with a camera inspection to find out whether the problem is a cracked flue tile, a rusted damper, or a failed crown. Homes here sit on large wooded lots, and the combination of Central Texas heat and short hard freezes does specific damage we see again and again. If you need a chimney company that works on Windemere’s custom and semi-custom homes, call Ashton Chimney at (855) 507-9184.
Why Windemere Homes Are Different
Windemere is a small Hill Country-area community in ZIP 78764 where homes are spread far apart on acreage with mature oak and cedar. That changes the job. We’re not parking a van on a cul-de-sac and knocking out three chimney sweeps in an afternoon. We’re driving between properties, and each chimney is different: an older ranch-style home might have a masonry fireplace with a clay tile liner and a rusted steel cap, while a newer Hill Country-style build could have a factory-built unit with a completely different venting setup. The fireplaces idle for most of the year in the Texas heat, and during those idle months birds, squirrels, and wind-driven leaf litter move into uncapped flues. Then the first hard freeze hits and the fireplace gets loaded with oak and cedar every night, and the creosote builds fast. Cap and screen checks matter in Windemere as much as the sweeping itself.
Another thing we notice out here: a lot of these homes had fireplaces that went completely unused for years before a new owner tried that first cold-weather burn. When a flue has been sitting with a squirrel nest in it since spring, that first fire is exactly when problems surface. We’d rather check it before you light it.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Windemere Services
Most Windemere homeowners call us first for a sweep, and many are surprised to learn we handle dryer vent cleaning with the same level of attention, since a clogged dryer vent is just as serious a fire risk as a dirty chimney.
Chimney Sweep in Windemere
Wood-burning fireplaces in Windemere see heavy use during winter cold snaps, and the oak and cedar common to the area produce a dense creosote that layers the flue quickly. Our sweep removes that buildup, checks the cap and screen, and reports what we find, with a camera view if needed. On rural lots we expect some kind of wildlife or debris in the flue, and we check for it every time. Get the full details on our Chimney Sweep in Windemere page.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Windemere
Windemere laundry rooms are often tucked against exterior walls with longer dryer vent runs than you’d find in a tight subdivision home. Those longer runs collect lint in the middle stretches and at every bend, and in a wooded area the exterior vent hood frequently gets packed with lint, dust, and sometimes a mouse nest. We clean the full run and recheck airflow. Learn about the process on our Dryer Vent Cleaning in Windemere 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 Windemere
Windemere’s mix of older ranch-style builds and newer Hill Country homes means we see every type of chimney problem: cracked crowns on masonry fireplaces, failing flashing on steep metal roofs, and clay tile liners that have given up after years of hard use. Heat and drought dry out mortar and crowns, then winter freeze-thaw cycles pop the cracks wider. When a flue liner fails, the firebox and the house itself are at risk. That’s the repair work we do most here, and we do all of it with one company, one inspection, one sign-off. See the full range on our Chimney Repair service hub.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You hear animals in the chimney, see birds flying in and out, or find leaves and twigs in the firebox, and a rain check shows water stains near the flue opening.
What it costs in Windemere
Chimney cap installation in Windemere typically runs $200 to $700 and includes the cap and the labor to secure it to the flue or crown.
How we do it
We measure the flue, then install a stainless or copper cap sized for that opening and secure it properly so it stays put in wind and hard weather.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Your sweep’s camera shows cracked or missing flue tiles, you smell smoke or fumes inside the house, or you see chunks of tile in the firebox after a cleaning.
What it costs in Windemere
Chimney liner installation in Windemere generally falls between $2,500 and $7,000 depending on chimney height, access, and whether we’re relining for wood, gas, or oil.
How we do it
We run a camera first, then install a DuraFlex stainless steel liner sized for the appliance and the flue, connected and terminated properly at the top and bottom.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water staining on the ceiling near the chimney, or you’ve noticed the metal flashing has pulled away from the brick or the roof line.
What it costs in Windemere
Chimney flashing repair in Windemere is typically $300 to $1,500, and the price depends on how much flashing has to be replaced and how hard the roof access is.
How we do it
We inspect the step and counter flashing, replace what’s failed, seal the transitions properly, and confirm water can no longer get behind the chimney.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Windemere
| Item | Typical range in Windemere |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $700 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $1,500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000 |
How do I know if my Windemere chimney actually needs a liner or just a cleaning?
Camera inspection answers this. Cracks that penetrate the tile or a full separation between tiles mean the liner has failed and needs replacement. Surface creosote doesn’t. We base the recommendation on what you can see in the footage.
Can you repair a chimney cap instead of replacing it in Windemere?
Sometimes. A loose cap can often be re-secured, but a rusted-through or badly warped cap is cheaper and safer to replace. We’ll show you the condition and let you decide from there.
Brands We Service in Windemere
We install and service parts from Olympia Chimney, Famco, Copperfield, and DuraFlex. Stocking these professional trade lines means less waiting on common Windemere repairs. Visit our brands page for the full list.
Pricing for Chimney Company in Windemere, TX
| Service | Typical range in Windemere |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep and inspection | $175 – $300 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $125 – $250 |
| Chimney cap installation | $200 – $700 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $250 – $700 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $300 – $1,500 |
| Chimney crown repair | $450 – $1,500 |
| Chimney liner installation | $2,500 – $7,000 |
In Windemere, roof pitch and chimney height push prices up on repair work, and long driveways don’t affect cost but do mean we schedule a little more time between stops. We give a flat price before we start any repair, so there’s no surprise when the invoice shows up.
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AfterNeighborhoods We Serve in Windemere
Our Windemere service area covers the full 78764 ZIP and the surrounding Hill Country roads. We schedule by request and work through our Windemere calls within 2 to 4 business days in most weeks.
- Windemere Hills
- Windemere Estates
- Windemere Ranch
- Windemere Oaks
- Windemere West
Service Area – Cities Near Windemere
Ashton Chimney also serves Wells Branch, TX, Pflugerville, TX, Anderson Mill, TX, and Jollyville, TX. If you’re a few miles outside Windemere and scheduling a sweep or a repair, call and confirm your address is in our service area.
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 About Chimney Company in Windemere
We schedule Windemere calls in batches, usually within 2 to 4 business days. During the first cold snap of the fall, when call volume spikes, we may be closer to a week out, so calling before the season starts helps.
Most Windemere-area HOAs allow chimney repairs and sweeps without prior approval, since the work is on the existing chimney and doesn’t change the roofline. Check your covenants if you’re replacing a visible cap or adding a taller liner termination.
Yes, and we regularly do exactly that for Windemere homeowners on acreage, since one trip out to the property covers three separate systems. Mention the full list when you schedule so we allow time for everything.
Contact Ashton Chimney in Windemere, TX
For a free estimate on chimney repair, a sweep, or dryer vent cleaning in Windemere, call Ashton Chimney at (855) 507-9184. We’ll talk through what you’re seeing, what it likely means, and what we’d check first.
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 Windemere Customers Say
"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"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