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 Boerne, TX
A chimney sweep in Boerne, TX typically costs $189 – $289 for a standard open fireplace, and most Boerne homes need one roughly every year or two, even when the fireplace only gets used a handful of times each winter. Boerne’s mix of 1800s limestone homes, custom Hill Country estates, and newer stone-and-stucco subdivisions means no two chimneys age the same way, and the mild climate here creates a specific set of problems we’ll get into below. If you’re wondering what a Boerne chimney job actually involves or what it should cost, call us at (903) 515-5079 and we’ll tell you straight.
Why Boerne Homes Are Different
Boerne’s fireplaces run on ambiance, not survival. Winters are mild, with the occasional hard freeze, so most homeowners light fires a few times a season rather than every night. That sounds like good news for the chimney, but it’s not always. Low-temperature, infrequent fires produce creosote – the tar-like, highly flammable residue that builds up in flue liners – without ever getting hot enough to burn it off. That creosote stays behind and layers up over time, and the next hot fire can ignite it. The other thing we see constantly in Boerne is animal intrusion. Spring and summer are the busiest nesting seasons, and chimneys built without caps are open invitations to squirrels, ringtail cats, and birds. On older limestone homes along Main Street and the historic downtown district, it’s a weekly occurrence in spring: a homeowner hears scratching above the firebox, and we pull out a nest that’s been there for months. Boerne’s summer heat and spring thunderstorms also work against your chimney from the outside. Water gets into cracked masonry, freezes on those occasional winter nights, and widens the cracks. Mortar joints deteriorate faster in freeze-thaw cycles than they do in drier climates, and uncapped flues let rain straight down into clay tile liners that are already brittle from age.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Boerne Services
The two calls we get most from Boerne homeowners are routine cleanings before the holidays and inspections after a home purchase or a concerning smell. Each service has its own Boerne page with pricing, timelines, and local specifics.
Chimney Sweep in Boerne
A chimney sweep in Boerne removes creosote, soot, and debris from the flue and smoke chamber, then checks the damper, firebox, and cap. Because so many local fireplaces burn fresh-cut or poorly seasoned oak from the homeowner’s own Hill Country property, we often find a thick creosote glaze that requires more than a basic brushing. We’ll show you what came out and what the inside looks like when we’re done. Full details are on our Chimney Sweep in Boerne page.
Chimney Inspection in Boerne
A chimney inspection in Boerne typically follows a real estate transaction or a suspected problem: water stains on the ceiling, a smoky smell, or a chimney that hasn’t been used in years. We run a camera through the flue and give you a photo report so you can see exactly what we see, including any cracked clay liner tiles or unlined sections on older homes. You’re not taking anyone’s word for a repair thousands of dollars down the line. See how inspections work and what they cost on our Chimney Inspection in Boerne page.
Gas Fireplace Repair in Boerne
Many newer Boerne homes have gas fireplaces that get used for heat during cold snaps and ignored the rest of the year. Ignition problems, thermocouple failures, and dirty burners are common, and a gas fireplace that won’t light or smells odd when it does should be checked by someone who works with these systems daily. We carry parts for the major brands and can usually get a gas fireplace running again in a single visit. See what we fix and typical turnaround on our Gas Fireplace Repair in Boerne 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.
Brands We Service in Boerne
When a Boerne chimney needs a new liner, resurfacing, or a rebuild, we use the materials chimney professionals actually specify: our brands include DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, and Olympia Chimney. We stock the most common components locally, which keeps most repair jobs from waiting on a parts order.
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| Service | Typical range in Boerne |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep | $189 – $289 |
| Chimney sweep with creosote glaze removal | $250 – $375 |
| Level 1 chimney inspection | $150 – $250 |
| Level 2 chimney inspection (with camera) | $350 – $550 |
| Chimney cap supply and installation | $175 – $450 |
| Damper replacement | $225 – $500 |
| Clay flue liner repair (per section) | $125 – $300 |
| Stainless steel liner (DuraFlex, installed) | $2,500 – $6,000 |
| Chimney crown repair | $350 – $900 |
| Masonry repointing (per square foot) | $15 – $35 |
| Gas fireplace service call and diagnosis | $125 – $250 |
What pushes prices up in Boerne is almost always access. Steep roofs on Hill Country homes, tall chimneys on multi-story estates, and tight lots in the historic district can add time and safety equipment to a job, and we factor that into the written price you receive before any work starts. You’ll always see the number first, and it will not change at the end of the day.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Boerne
We work throughout Boerne and the surrounding Hill Country, from the limestone homes downtown to the acreage communities on the edges of town. Same-day scheduling is generally available on weekdays, and we route calls from the whole Boerne area daily.
- Downtown Boerne and Main Street historic district
- Regency Park
- Cordillera Ranch
- Esperanza
- Bentwood and surrounding Hill Country acreage
Service Area – Cities Near Boerne
Alcott Chimney San Antonio handles chimney sweeping, inspection, and gas fireplace repair for Boerne homeowners, with dispatch and scheduling coordinated from our San Antonio office. We also serve nearby communities in the greater San Antonio area, including San Antonio, TX, Schertz, TX, Converse, TX, and Cibolo, TX. If you’re just outside Boerne proper, call us and we’ll confirm coverage for your address.
Serving Boerne, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Boerne 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 Boerne
Most Boerne appointments are scheduled within a few days, and same-day or next-day slots are often available on weekdays. We route crews through the Boerne area regularly, not occasionally, so you’re not waiting for a technician to drive in from another county. Call (903) 515-5079 and we’ll give you a specific window.
Routine chimney sweeping and inspections do not require permits in Boerne. Structural repairs, like a full liner replacement or masonry rebuild, may trigger permit requirements depending on the scope, and we’ll tell you plainly if that’s the case before any work begins. Nothing gets started until you know what’s involved.
Historic masonry chimneys in Boerne are some of the most common jobs we handle, and they need a lighter touch than modern flues. We inspect those older clay-tile liners carefully and recommend only what the camera evidence supports. If the existing chimney can be used safely as-is, we’ll say so, and that’s the end of the 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 Boerne Customers Say
"Great sweep, very tidy. The only gripe is the appointment window was wide and I waited in the morning. Once he arrived the work was fast and thorough."
- Rita S."Gas fireplace pilot kept going out. Cleaned the burner, replaced the thermocouple, and explained what failed. Works first try now."
- Alicia R."Good chimney cleaning. They found a small gap in the mortar and quoted the repair, which was a bit more than I wanted to spend. Did the sweep and left the repair for later without any pressure."
- Stuart L.