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 New Braunfels, TX
Kindling Chimney Sweep is a chimney company serving New Braunfels, TX with sweeping, inspection, and fireplace repair backed by a written price before any work begins and the 365-Day Done Right Promise. New Braunfels jobs tend to split into two very different kinds of houses: historic limestone and brick homes with open masonry fireplaces, and 1990s-to-2020s subdivisions with prefabricated units that react to Hill Country humidity in their own way. That mix means a standard chimney cleaning here often uncovers conditions you would not see in a newer city, and it is why our crews treat every New Braunfels home as its own case. Call (361) 491-3153 any time, day or night; a live person answers.
Why New Braunfels Homes Are Different
The older German-influenced homes around downtown and Gruene sit on limestone foundations that move with the soil. When the foundation shifts, even slightly, mortar joints in the chimney flex and crack. Those hairline openings let rainwater into the flue, and in a humid subtropical climate, that moisture lingers long after the rain stops. We regularly see older New Braunfels chimneys with spalling brick faces and deteriorated mortar joints, not because the original masonry was poor, but because decades of thermal expansion and limestone movement have worked against it.
Meanwhile, the newer homes in neighborhoods like Meyer Ranch and other subdivisions built since the 1990s often have prefabricated chimneys with metal chase covers. The intense summer heat in New Braunfels warps those covers, and the humidity swings between hot afternoons and cool Hill Country nights create condensation inside the chase. Animal nests are another constant here: chimney swifts favor uncapped older flues in Gruene, while squirrels and raccoons find their way into prefab chases with loose or missing covers. A chimney cleaning in New Braunfels is rarely just about soot; it is usually about moisture, masonry movement, or something that has moved in during the dormant months.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main New Braunfels Services
Most New Braunfels homeowners call us for one of three things: a routine chimney sweep before the cool season, a Level 2 inspection after buying an older home, or a repair after a freeze or a storm exposed a problem. Each service has its own New Braunfels page with specific pricing and what to expect.
Chimney Sweep in New Braunfels
A chimney sweep in New Braunfels typically clears creosote from oak and mesquite fires, which burn hotter and dirtier than the softwoods more common up north. Older masonry fireplaces in Gruene and downtown often run without proper caps, so sweeps here frequently double as a moment to spot water damage or swift nesting before it becomes structural. Our crews lay down drop cloths and wear shoe covers before anything else happens, and the price is written down and handed over before the brushes come out. Chimney Sweep in New Braunfels
Chimney Inspection in New Braunfels
A chimney inspection in New Braunfels is the service we recommend most after a home purchase, especially in the older German-influenced neighborhoods where unlined flues are common. The humid subtropical climate means a chimney that sat unused through a hot, wet spring and summer may have hidden moisture damage or an animal nest inside. Our inspections include a camera run and a written report with photos, so you see exactly what we see before any repair recommendation is made. Chimney Inspection in New Braunfels
Fireplace Repair in New Braunfels
Fireplace repair in New Braunfels often follows a freeze. Occasional Hill Country cold snaps cause thermal shock cracks in masonry fireboxes, and warped chase covers on prefab units let rain pour into the chase. We repair fireboxes, replace chase covers, and rebuild mortar joints using professional-grade materials from brands like HeatShield and Copperfield. Every repair carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise, and you will have a written price in hand before we start. Fireplace Repair in New Braunfels
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 New Braunfels
We work on every major chimney and fireplace brand found in New Braunfels homes, and we stock parts locally for the most common prefab models. When a chase cover, cap, or liner component needs replacing, our team carries professional-grade options from DuraFlex, HeatShield, and Olympia Chimney. Our brands page lists what we stock and how we match parts to your unit.
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| Service | Typical range in New Braunfels |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep (masonry fireplace) | $189 – $249 |
| Standard chimney sweep (prefabricated unit) | $179 – $229 |
| Level 1 chimney inspection | $129 – $179 |
| Level 2 chimney inspection (with camera) | $249 – $349 |
| Chase cover replacement | $325 – $525 |
| Chimney cap supply and install | $175 – $375 |
| Firebox mortar repair (minor) | $200 – $450 |
| Glazed creosote removal (add-on) | $150 – $300 |
What pushes a New Braunfels chimney sweep toward the top of those ranges is usually access. Steep roofs on Hill Country lots, second-story prefab chases, and overgrown oak limbs near the chimney all add time. Whatever the quote, it is written down and handed to you before any work starts; there is no on-the-spot pressure and no surprise line item at the end.
Neighborhoods We Serve in New Braunfels
We serve the entire New Braunfels area, from the tourist-heavy streets of Gruene to the newer subdivisions along FM 306 and the I-35 corridor. Our crews know the difference between a 19th-century limestone chimney downtown and a 2015 prefab unit in Meyer Ranch, and we plan the day’s route around New Braunfels traffic rather than against it.
- Gruene
- Downtown New Braunfels
- Meyer Ranch
- Oak Run
- Landa Park area
Most New Braunfels appointments are scheduled within five to seven business days, and seasonal demand before the holidays usually fills faster.
Service Area – Cities Near New Braunfels
Kindling Chimney Sweep serves New Braunfels and the surrounding Central Texas communities. If you live just outside town, we also schedule work in Universal City, TX, Converse, TX, Bulverde, TX, and San Antonio, TX. Dispatch and scheduling run through our San Antonio office, and New Braunfels is a core part of our weekly route.
Serving New Braunfels, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the New Braunfels 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 New Braunfels
Most chimney sweeps and inspections in New Braunfels are scheduled within five to seven business days. In the weeks before Thanksgiving and Christmas, demand picks up and the calendar tightens, so calling early in the fall is the best way to get the date you want. Call (361) 491-3153 and a live person will give you real availability, not a callback promise.
Routine sweeping and inspection do not require a permit in New Braunfels. If a repair involves structural work, such as a partial rebuild or significant masonry repair, the city may require permitting depending on scope and location. We will tell you plainly if your job needs one, and our written quote will note it.
That is common in New Braunfels, where hot summers push fireplaces into long dormant stretches. The risks after a long idle period are animal nests, moisture damage behind the flue walls, and cracked mortar from freeze cycles. We recommend an inspection before the first fire of the season; for older unlined chimneys, this is the single most useful step you can take. Call (361) 491-3153 and we will get it scheduled.
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 New Braunfels Customers Say
"Smoke was coming back into the room. He found a blockage, cleared it, and cleaned up so well you'd never know he was here. Kind and patient explaining it all to me."
- Caitlin Mercer"Booked the annual sweep. No mess at all, he vacuumed the hearth and even wiped down the mantel. Quiet worker, respectful of the house. Fire draws beautifully now."
- Hank Delgado"Careful and clean from start to finish. He wore booties inside and taped off the hearth. Explained what was safe to burn and what wasn't, calm and no pressure."
- Marcus Halvorsen