Straight prices. No upsell tricks. Texas Chimney Experts is a budget-tier chimney and fireplace contractor serving DFW homeowners who want safe, to-code work without paying premium-shop markup. The ranges below are what we actually charge in 2026, by service category. Every job gets a written quote after a free inspection. No diagnostic fees. No surprise add-ons. If the work turns out smaller than the inspection suggested, the price comes down — we don't bill more than the work is worth.
Chimney pricing in DFW is opaque because most contractors won't commit to numbers without an on-site visit, and homeowners can't comparison-shop a service they can't price. Texas Chimney Experts fixes that by publishing the real DFW-2026 range for every category we serve. The variables that move price within a range — chimney height, condition, last sweep date, material grade — are listed under each table so you know what to expect before we knock on the door. We've been the budget option in DFW for a decade not because we cut corners but because we run a tight operation with no showroom rent baked into every invoice.
Free quote vs. paid inspection — what's the difference?
Most homeowners conflate these. Here's the distinction we draw at Texas Chimney Experts:
- Free quote. We come out, walk the exterior, look in the firebox, run a flashlight up the flue, and write a quote for the work you described — sweep, cap, crown repair, etc. No charge. This is the right starting point for ~85% of homeowners.
- Paid Level 2 inspection ($225–$385). When the situation requires documentation — pre-sale, post-fire, post-storm, insurance claim, or a chimney that hasn't been used in years — we run a Level 2 inspection with a video flue scan. You get a written report with photos, video clips, and a clear pass/fail for each component. The report is yours; you can take it to another contractor for repair work if you want.
- Paid Level 3 inspection ($850–$1,800). Required when Level 2 reveals concealed damage that needs partial demolition to confirm — typically post-fire claims, structural settlement disputes, or pre-litigation. We coordinate with insurance adjusters when applicable.
The free quote covers the same flue you'd see on a Level 1 — what we don't do for free is generate written-and-signed documentation for third parties (insurance, buyers, lenders). That's the paid product.
Chimney sweep & cleaning
Mechanical removal of creosote, soot, and debris from the flue, smoke chamber, smoke shelf, and firebox. Includes a Level 1 visual inspection per CSIA standards plus a written report with photos. Sealed-vacuum containment — no soot in the home.
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| Standard sweep + Level 1 inspection | $149–$285 |
| Sweep with stage-2 creosote (extra brush time) | $285–$475 |
| Stage-3 glazed creosote removal (chemical + mechanical, separate visit) | $650–$1,450 |
| Multi-flue sweep (furnace + fireplace, same trip) | $285–$475 |
| Smoke chamber parging / cleaning | $325–$725 |
What moves price within the range: last sweep date (longer interval = thicker creosote), chimney height (single-story homes are at the low end, two-story with steep pitch at the high end), accessibility from the roof, whether the smoke shelf needs hand-cleaning, and whether you have a flue cap that must be removed and reinstalled.
Chimney inspections (Levels 1, 2, 3)
NFPA 211 defines three inspection levels. Level 1 is the annual baseline. Level 2 is required for real-estate transactions, post-fire, post-storm, change of fuel, or change of appliance. Level 3 involves partial demolition and is reserved for concealed-damage diagnosis.
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| Level 1 visual inspection (standalone) | $99–$179 |
| Level 1 bundled with sweep | Included |
| Level 2 inspection with video flue scan | $225–$385 |
| Level 2 for real-estate transaction (with signed report) | $225–$385 |
| Level 3 inspection (partial demolition required) | $850–$1,800 |
What moves price within the range: for Level 2, whether the flue is straight or offset (offsets require an articulating camera), whether attic and crawl-space access points need to be opened, and whether the written report needs supplemental schematics for an insurance file.
Chimney caps, crowns & flashing
The top of the chimney takes the worst weather. Caps keep rain, debris, and animals out; crowns shed water away from the flue tile and brick; flashing seals the chimney-to-roof joint. Failure of any of the three is the #1 source of chimney water damage in DFW.
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| Single-flue cap (stainless, lifetime warranty) | $285–$850 |
| Multi-flue / oversized custom cap | $950–$2,400 |
| Chimney crown repair (seal + recoat) | $425–$1,250 |
| Full crown rebuild (cast in place) | $450–$1,500 |
| Flashing reseal (existing flashing reusable) | $285–$650 |
| Full flashing replacement (step + counter) | $325–$950 |
What moves price within the range: roof pitch (steep pitch requires more roof-anchor setup), flue count and dimensions, whether the existing crown has loose-mortar damage requiring full removal, and roof material at the flashing joint (slate and tile cost more than asphalt to flash properly).
Chimney liners
The flue liner is what separates combustion gases and heat from the surrounding brick and the house framing. A cracked, missing, or undersized liner is a fire-and-CO hazard. Clay-tile liners can sometimes be repaired in place; stainless-steel relining is the gold-standard fix for damaged or undersized flues.
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| HeatShield ceramic resurfacing (clay-tile repair) | $1,450–$3,200 |
| Full clay-tile liner replacement | $1,200–$2,400 |
| Stainless-steel liner — wood-burning | $1,950–$3,900 |
| Stainless-steel liner — gas appliance | $1,650–$3,200 |
| Insulated liner kit (cold-climate or high-efficiency appliance) | $3,400–$6,500 |
What moves price within the range: chimney height (every linear foot adds liner cost), flue offsets (rigid vs. flex liner), liner gauge (304 vs. 316 stainless for harsher conditions), and whether the existing damaged liner must be broken out before relining.
Gas fireplaces, gas logs & repairs
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| Gas log set installation (vented or vent-free, includes connection) | $950–$2,200 |
| Gas valve / thermocouple / thermopile replacement | $185–$525 |
| Pilot assembly replacement | $285–$525 |
| Annual gas-fireplace tune-up & safety check | $189–$295 |
| Full gas-fireplace insert installation | $3,800–$8,500 |
What moves price within the range: vented vs. vent-free models, BTU output, control type (manual, remote, smart), whether a new gas line tap is required, and whether the venting (B-vent or direct-vent) needs replacement.
Masonry repair, rebuilds & waterproofing
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| Tuckpointing (mortar joint repair, per linear foot or per section) | $8–$18 / ft |
| Brick replacement (spalled or freeze-cracked brick) | $28–$65 / brick |
| Partial chimney rebuild (above-roof section) | $850–$5,500 |
| Full chimney rebuild (foundation to crown) | $8,500–$22,000 |
| Waterproofing (vapor-permeable masonry sealer) | $295–$850 |
Fireplace installations & remodels
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| Wood-burning insert (existing masonry firebox) | $3,400–$7,500 |
| Gas insert (existing masonry firebox) | $950–$2,200 |
| Linear gas fireplace (new construction or remodel) | $2,400–$8,500 |
| Mantel & surround remodel (no firebox change) | $1,800–$6,500 |
| Outdoor fireplace build (turn-key) | $8,500–$28,000 |
Animal & nest removal, dryer-vent & air-duct
| Service | 2026 DFW range |
|---|---|
| Animal removal + nest extraction (raccoon, bird, squirrel) | $195–$425 |
| Dryer-vent cleaning (single-story, straight run) | $129–$215 |
| Dryer-vent cleaning (two-story or long run) | $245–$385 |
| Air-duct cleaning (per-system, full home) | $425–$1,250 |
What we will NOT do on price
- No surprise "trip fees" or "diagnostic fees" after a written quote is signed. If we under-quoted, we eat it.
- No mandatory up-front deposits for sweeps, inspections, or repairs under $1,500. Larger projects (rebuilds, full liners) require a 30% materials deposit — receipted and itemized.
- No padding the bill with phantom "safety repairs" after we're on-site. If we genuinely find something during the sweep, we document with photos and quote it in writing — you make the call.
- No financing pressure. We do offer same-as-cash financing through a third-party for projects over $1,500, but it's opt-in and never bundled into the base quote.
Frequently asked questions about pricing
Why are your ranges so wide?
Because the variables that move price — chimney height, condition, accessibility, material grade — really do swing the cost that much. A single-story sweep on a 12-foot flue in clean condition is fundamentally different work from a two-story sweep on a 28-foot flue with stage-2 creosote and a damper that won't open. We'd rather give you the honest range and inspect than fake-precision a $199 number we can't honor.
Will I get charged for the inspection if I don't book the work?
No. Free quote means free quote — you can take our written estimate to another contractor for comparison and we don't bill you. The paid product is the Level 2 with signed documentation; if that's what you need (real-estate, insurance), we tell you up front before the visit.
Do you price-match competitor quotes?
Yes — see our price-match block above. We'll match a like-for-like written quote from any licensed-and-insured DFW chimney contractor, provided the scope, materials, and warranty are equivalent. We won't match an unlicensed-handyman quote because the work isn't comparable.
What if you find a problem during the sweep that wasn't in the quote?
We document it with photos and write a separate quote for the additional work. The original sweep price is honored — we never inflate the original scope after the fact. If the new finding is urgent (active safety hazard), we tell you in plain terms; if it can wait, we say that too.
How does Texas Chimney Experts compare on price to other DFW contractors?
We're intentionally on the budget side of the DFW market — typically 20–35% below premium-tier shops on equivalent scope. We do that by running lean (no showroom rent, no commissioned sales reps, no full-time office staff) and passing the savings on. The work meets code, the materials are name-brand, and the warranty is in writing — we just don't pad the invoice.
Do you offer financing?
Yes, for projects over $1,500. We use a third-party home-improvement lender that offers same-as-cash promotional periods (typically 6, 12, or 18 months) and longer-term fixed-rate installments. Application is soft-pull (no credit hit to check), and the approval doesn't obligate you to book the work. We never bake financing fees into the base quote — financing is always optional and itemized separately.
Are the prices on this page guaranteed?
The ranges are accurate as of 2026 and reviewed quarterly. The specific number for your home comes from the on-site inspection and the written quote. Once a quote is signed, the price is locked — we won't increase it after starting work unless a hidden condition surfaces (e.g., we open a wall and find rotted framing) and you authorize the change in writing.
Call (214) 444-8094 for a free written quote, or use our contact form. Same-week scheduling for most calls.