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 Taylor, TX
Chimney repair in Taylor usually comes down to one of two findings: a masonry chimney on a pre-1950s in-town home that has been letting water in for years, or a newer prefab system that was never inspected after installation. We see both every week. Resolute Chimney Sweep handles the full repair scope, from crown rebuilds to HeatShield liner resurfacing, so the problem found during a sweep gets fixed without a second company. Call (877) 644-8036 for an inspection that tells you what actually needs doing.
Why Taylor Homes Are Different
Taylor sits in the middle of the fast-growing Austin-Samsung corridor, and that growth has pulled a wave of new homeowners into older in-town houses. Many of those buyers are operating a fireplace for the first time, and the chimney they inherited has not been opened up in a decade or more. Unlike Hutto or Round Rock, where most housing stock is newer tract construction, Taylor’s downtown core still has a meaningful concentration of pre-1950s masonry chimneys. Those chimneys behave differently than modern prefab systems. We routinely find unlined flues, deteriorated mortar joints, and crown damage that has been progressing for years without anyone noticing.
Central Texas winters are mild and short, which sounds forgiving, but it creates a specific problem: fireplaces sit dormant for eight or nine months. Creosote left from the previous season hardens. Birds, squirrels, and wasps move in. By the first cold snap, the chimney that worked fine in February is suddenly drafting poorly or smoking into the house. In Taylor’s older downtown masonry chimneys, we find dried glazed creosote and nesting material on nearly every first cold-week inspection call. The dormant season is when the damage compounds.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Taylor Services
Most Taylor homeowners reach us through one of two doors: they need a chimney swept and inspected before burning season, or they need a dryer vent cleaned after noticing long dry times or a burning smell in the laundry room. Both are safety services, and both are covered by the same company.
Chimney Sweep in Taylor
Chimney sweeping in Taylor means removing creosote, soot, and whatever wildlife moved in during the off season. We sweep masonry and prefab systems, inspect the flue with a camera, and document everything with photos you can see before any repair recommendation is made. If we find a cracked liner or damaged crown during the sweep, the repair conversation happens the same day, not weeks later. That is the advantage of a company that cleans and repairs. Chimney Sweep in Taylor
Dryer Vent Cleaning in Taylor
Dryer vents and chimneys share the same stakes: heat, lint or creosote, and an exhaust path that has to stay clear. Lint accumulation is a leading cause of residential structure fires, and most Taylor homes have dryer vents that have never been cleaned since the house was built. We clear the full run from dryer to exterior termination, confirm airflow, and point out code issues like vinyl flex hose or a missing exterior damper. Dryer Vent Cleaning in Taylor
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 Taylor
Chimney repair in Taylor is driven by the age of the housing stock. The in-town bungalows and Victorian-era homes were built with brick masonry chimneys, and many of those chimneys still have unlined flues or lime mortar that has been losing its bond for decades. When the mortar joints erode and the crown cracks, water gets into the brick, and the freeze-thaw cycle, even a mild Texas one, does the rest. The newer tract homes on the edges of town have prefab metal fireboxes that need a different kind of repair, usually a damaged cap, a rusted flashing, or a warped panel. Whatever the system, Chimney Repair work should use components matched to the chimney’s construction, not whatever is on a hardware store shelf.
Chimney Cap Installation
Signs you need it
You see birds, squirrels, or wasps entering the flue, or you find nesting material on top of the damper during the off season.
What it costs in Taylor
Chimney cap installation in Taylor typically runs $175 to $325 depending on flue size and cap material.
How we do it
We measure the flue tile, select a stainless or copper cap sized for the opening, secure it with mechanical fasteners, and confirm the draft with a smoke test.
Chimney Liner Installation
Signs you need it
A camera inspection shows cracked flue tiles, missing mortar between tiles, or an unlined flue on a pre-1950s Taylor home.
What it costs in Taylor
Chimney liner installation in Taylor typically runs $1,800 to $3,400 depending on flue height, liner diameter, and access.
How we do it
We spec a DuraFlex flexible liner matched to the appliance and flue dimensions, pull it through the existing chimney, insulate where code requires, and reconnect the appliance with a properly sized connector.
Chimney Crown Repair
Signs you need it
The concrete crown on top of the chimney is cracked, spalling, or missing sections, and water is staining the brick below or the ceiling near the flue.
What it costs in Taylor
Chimney crown repair in Taylor typically runs $575 to $1,200 depending on crown size, crack severity, and whether a full recast is required.
How we do it
We remove loose concrete, build a form around the flue, pour a new crown with a proper drip edge, and seal it so water sheds away from the flue and brick.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Taylor
| Item | Typical range in Taylor |
|---|---|
| Chimney cap installation | $175 – $325 |
| Chimney crown repair | $575 – $1,200 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $3,400 |
Do I really need a new liner, or can it wait?
A cracked or missing liner is not a wait-and-see item. Gaps in the flue let heat and gases reach the surrounding masonry and framing, which is how chimney fires and carbon monoxide leaks start. We show you the camera footage before recommending anything, and if the liner can be resurfaced with HeatShield rather than fully replaced, we say so. Call (877) 644-8036 for an exact quote.
How do I know if water is damaging my Taylor chimney?
Look for white staining on the brick, spalling faces, a musty smell near the fireplace, or damp drywall on the ceiling around the flue chase. These are all signs water has been getting in for a while. A crown repair or flashing fix stopped early costs a few hundred dollars; the same leak left for five years can mean a partial rebuild. Call (877) 644-8036 and we will inspect it.
Brands We Service in Taylor
We stock and install professional-grade components, and we do not substitute hardware-store parts. HeatShield resurfacing products handle liner restoration. Gelco and Olympia Chimney supply caps and termination components. Famco covers venting and connector parts. Our brands are ordered through professional chimney supply channels, so they arrive fast and fit right.
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| Service | Typical range in Taylor |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep and inspection | $189 – $349 |
| Dryer vent cleaning | $99 – $199 |
| Chimney cap installation | $175 – $325 |
| Chimney cap replacement | $225 – $425 |
| Chimney crown repair | $575 – $1,200 |
| Chimney flashing repair | $375 – $875 |
| Chimney liner installation | $1,800 – $3,400 |
| Chimney liner resurfacing (HeatShield) | $1,200 – $2,600 |
The two things that push price up in Taylor are flue height and access. Taller chimneys on Victorian-era homes need more liner and more ladder work, and chimneys boxed into tight downtown lots can take longer to set up safely. The price we quote before the sweep is the price you pay; if the camera inspection reveals something new, we show you the footage and get your approval before any additional work is scheduled.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Taylor
We work throughout the 76574 ZIP code, from the Victorian and bungalow blocks near downtown to the newer subdivisions on the east and west edges of town. Our crews are typically on site in Taylor within one to three business days for scheduled work, and we batch repair jobs by area when we can to keep travel efficient.
- Downtown Taylor historic district
- Doak and West End neighborhoods
- Bull Branch area
- Meadows at Taylor
- Villages of Taylor
Service Area – Cities Near Taylor
Beyond Taylor, we cover the surrounding Williamson County communities where similar housing stock and the same Central Texas climate create the same chimney and vent issues. That includes Hutto, TX, Round Rock, TX, Pflugerville, TX, and Windemere, TX. If you are on the edge of our service area, call (877) 644-8036 and we will let you know exactly when we can get there.
Serving Taylor, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Taylor 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 Taylor
Most Taylor appointments are scheduled within one to three business days. During the first cold week of the season, when calls spike across the metro, we add routes to keep wait times reasonable. Call (877) 644-8036 and we will give you a specific date and a two-hour arrival window.
Most routine sweeps, cap installations, and crown repairs do not require a permit in Taylor. Liner installations and structural rebuilds can trigger a permit review depending on scope. We confirm the requirement for your specific job before we schedule, so you are never surprised by a city inspection. Call (877) 644-8036 and we will check for you.
We serve the entire 76574 ZIP code, including the older downtown neighborhoods and the newer subdivisions on the edges. Prefab metal fireboxes get the same camera inspection and photo documentation as a masonry chimney. If you are in Taylor, you are in our coverage area. Call (877) 644-8036 to schedule.
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 Taylor Customers Say
"Cap keeps the birds out now, which after two springs of scratching noises is worth every penny."
— Henry Kim"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."
— Gabriela Castillo"Crown was cracked and taking water. Repaired it rather than quoting a rebuild, which the previous company had pushed hard for."
— Eduardo Reyes