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 Lakeway, TX
Chimney repair in Lakeway comes down to one recurring pattern: masonry fireplaces built in the 1980s and 1990s, sitting on hillside lots, taking on water through cracked crowns and failed flashing. Our repair work addresses those structural failures before they become fire hazards or interior water damage. Resolute Chimney Sweep has served Lakeway since 2014, and we handle the full scope: chimney sweep, dryer vent cleaning, and chimney repair. Call (877) 644-8036 when a sweep or inspection turns up something that needs correcting.
Why Lakeway Homes Are Different
Lakeway sits directly in the Hill Country limestone belt, and that geology shapes how chimneys fail here. The terrain means many homes are built into slopes with exterior chimneys rising two or three stories on the downhill side. Access alone changes the job: a standard ladder won’t reach a cap on a hillside chimney, and the work often requires roof staging or a lift. The housing stock compounds it. Older ranch-style homes from the 1980s and 1990s were built with full masonry fireplaces and clay tile liners, while newer custom builds in communities across the 78738 ZIP code tend toward prefab inserts. Both have issues in this climate. The hot summers and occasional hard cold snaps create a cycle where creosote accumulates, then bakes hard during months of disuse. By the time a Lakeway homeowner lights the first fire of the season, that creosote has cured into a glaze that a basic brush cannot remove. Spring humidity and fall pollen add another layer: cedar pollen from the surrounding hills blows into uncapped flues and settles as a fine, sticky film that captures soot and restricts draft. If the chimney has a spark arrestor, that same pollen plugs the mesh until the fireplace smokes back into the living room. Smoke backing up after a cold front is one of the most common calls we receive in Lakeway.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Lakeway Services
Lakeway homeowners call us most often for two jobs: a chimney sweep when the fireplace starts smoking or smells, and dryer vent cleaning when the dryer runs hot or takes two cycles to finish a load. Both are combustion and exhaust safety issues, and both are handled by the same qualified team.
Chimney Sweep in Lakeway
A chimney sweep in Lakeway means more than brushing soot. The limestone dust and cedar pollen that accumulate in flues here create a particular kind of buildup that hardens and narrows the passage. We remove it with rotary cleaning equipment sized to the flue, then camera-inspect the full length so you can see what was removed and what remains. If the inspection turns up a cracked liner or water staining, we can address it during the same service relationship. That’s the advantage of a company that repairs as well as cleans. See the full scope at Chimney Sweep in Lakeway.
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakeway
Dryer vents in Lakeway homes run through exterior walls or through roof lines, and the latter routing is common on the hillside and custom builds throughout the area. Long vertical runs collect lint faster than short horizontal ones, and a blocked vent pushes heat back into the dryer, which is how dryer fires start. We clear the full run from the dryer to the termination point, verify airflow with a gauge, and tell you plainly whether the venting configuration needs correction. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Lakeway covers the full process and schedule guidance.
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 Lakeway
Chimney repair in Lakeway usually starts with water. The limestone terrain and sloped lots put exterior chimneys in the path of driving rain, and the freeze-thaw cycles we get in winter, modest as they are, still work on cracked mortar and crowns. A hairline crack in a crown lets water into the masonry, and over two or three years that becomes spalled brick, a rusted damper, and a liner that no longer vents correctly. Repairing structural issues at the first sign of moisture is the difference between a $600 flashing job and a $4,000 rebuild. We work from the same product lines professionals specify: Chimney Repair with HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney components when the job calls for liner or crown restoration.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
Rain staining on the firebox floor, a musty smell from the fireplace in humid months, or visible nesting material at the flue opening means an uncapped or damaged chimney.
What it costs in Lakeway
Chimney cap installation in Lakeway typically runs $380 to $720 depending on flue size and roof access; stainless steel caps from Olympia Chimney or Famco are standard on our jobs.
How we do it
We measure the flue opening, select a cap sized for proper draft and spark protection, secure it with mechanical fasteners rated for Hill Country wind, and verify the flue is clear before we finish.
Chimney Cap Replacement
Signs you need it
A rusted-through cap, a cap that has lifted from the flue, or one that no longer covers the opening after wind or wildlife damage needs replacement rather than repair.
What it costs in Lakeway
Chimney cap replacement in Lakeway usually costs $420 to $780 including removal of the old cap, disposal, and installation of a new stainless steel unit.
How we do it
We remove the existing cap, inspect the flue tile for damage, prep the mounting surface, and install the replacement with the same manufacturer hardware specified for the cap.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
Cracked flue tiles, visible gaps in the clay liner during camera inspection, or a chimney that drafts poorly even after a cleaning points to a liner that is no longer sealed.
What it costs in Lakeway
Chimney liner installation in Lakeway runs $1,900 to $4,200 depending on flue height, access from roof or firebox, and whether the home takes a 6-inch or 8-inch liner.
How we do it
We size the liner to the appliance and the existing flue, run a stainless steel flexible liner through the chimney, insulate where code requires, and connect it to the appliance with a proper top plate and cap.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
Water staining on ceilings or walls around the chimney chase, damp drywall in the room behind the fireplace, or visible gaps in the flashing where it meets the roofline means the flashing has failed.
What it costs in Lakeway
Chimney flashing repair in Lakeway typically costs $550 to $1,100 depending on roof pitch, the length of flashing that needs replacement, and whether the roofline requires step flashing or continuous counter-flashing.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, inspect the roof deck and chimney masonry for damage, install new flashing with proper overlap, and seal all joints with a high-grade roof sealant rated for Hill Country UV exposure.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
A cracked, spalled, or eroded concrete crown at the top of the chimney lets water into the masonry and is the most common entry point we find after the first hard rain of fall.
What it costs in Lakeway
Chimney crown repair in Lakeway runs $650 to $1,400 depending on crown size, the depth of the damage, and whether we resurface the existing crown or pour a new one.
How we do it
We clean and prep the crown surface, build an overhanging form if the crown is being replaced, and apply a waterproof crown coat or new concrete with a proper drip edge so water sheds away from the masonry.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Lakeway
| Item | Typical range in Lakeway |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $380 – $720 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $420 – $780 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,900 – $4,200 |
Prices shift in Lakeway based on roof access. A single-story chimney on a flat lot is straightforward; a three-story exterior chimney on a hillside with a 40-degree pitch adds staging time and safety equipment cost. We quote every repair as a flat price before we start, so the number on the proposal is the number on the invoice. Camera evidence backs every recommendation, and if a repair can wait, we say so plainly.
Does a cracked chimney crown really need to be fixed right away?
Yes, because the crown is the chimney’s roof. A crack lets rainwater into the masonry, where it expands and contracts through every temperature cycle and breaks brick faces off from the inside out. Call (877) 644-8036 for an assessment with camera evidence.
How long does a chimney liner installation take in Lakeway?
Most liner installations in Lakeway are completed in one day, including teardown of the old liner and cleanup. Roof pitch and flue height can extend the job to a second morning, but we tell you the schedule before the work begins.
Brands We Service in Lakeway
We stock and install components from HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney, which means repair parts arrive on the truck rather than from a hardware store special order. Most cap and crown jobs use in-stock components, so scheduling moves faster. See our brands for the full line.
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| Service | Typical range in Lakeway |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney cap installation | $380 – $720 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $420 – $780 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,900 – $4,200 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $550 – $1,100 |
| Chimney crown repair | $650 – $1,400 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $150 – $300 |
The biggest cost drivers in Lakeway are roof pitch and chimney height. Hillside homes with steep rooflines require staging and safety rigging that a one-story flat-lot home does not. Every job is quoted as a flat price up front, and we do not add a line item without telling you why it is there before the work begins.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lakeway
We work throughout the 78738 ZIP code and the surrounding Lakeway area, from the original lakefront streets to the newer custom builds up the hill country slopes. Response time for most Lakeway appointments is within the same week, and sooner when a homeowner reports water intrusion or smoke backup.
- The Hills of Lakeway
- Lakeway Highlands
- Rough Hollow
- Flintrock Falls
- Old Lakeway
Service Area – Cities Near Lakeway
Resolute Chimney Sweep also serves homeowners in the neighboring Hill Country communities. We work in The Hills, TX, just across 620 from central Lakeway, as well as Briarcliff, TX, Barton Creek, TX, and Hudson Bend, TX. Same team, same flat-price approach, same camera-verified recommendations.
Serving Lakeway, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lakeway 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 Lakeway
We schedule smoke-backup and water-intrusion calls as priority appointments, usually within two to three days in Lakeway. If the problem is severe, call (877) 644-8036 and we will tell you honestly whether to stop using the fireplace until we arrive.
Most Lakeway HOAs do not require pre-approval for chimney repair or cap installation that matches the existing exterior material and color. If your community has architectural review, we can provide the spec sheet and photo documentation to submit with your request.
Yes. Steep rooflines and exterior chimneys on hillside lots are common in Lakeway, and our crews carry the staging and safety equipment to work them properly. If the access is too hazardous for a ladder, we use a lift or scaffold rather than cutting corners on safety.
If you have a chimney or dryer vent in Lakeway that needs attention, call Resolute Chimney Sweep at (877) 644-8036. We’ll give you a straight answer, a flat price, and the camera evidence to back up every recommendation.
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 Lakeway Customers Say
"Good work. The written inspection report took about a week to arrive after I asked for it, which was slower than I expected."
— Scott Fletcher"Fireplace had never drawn properly since we moved in. He found the damper was only opening halfway due to a bent linkage and fixed it in ten minutes."
— Beatriz Guzman"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Henry Kim