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 Manor, TX
Chimney work in Manor, TX is shaped by the town’s older housing stock, Texas weather, and what’s hiding inside the flue. Most Manor homes built before the 1980s have masonry chimneys that were set up for wood burning and never upgraded. When those homes switch to gas logs or sit through decades of Central Texas storms, the chimney becomes a liability rather than an asset. We’re the team that inspects, cleans, and repairs those chimneys with a written price before any work starts. Call (361) 603-5116 for a free estimate, and we’ll send a background-checked tech who arrives in a tracked window and shows you photos of everything we find.
Why Manor Homes Are Different
Manor’s older single-story ranch homes from the 1960s and 70s near the center often have chimneys that were built without a proper clay tile liner, or with a liner that has cracked after decades of heating and cooling cycles. When those homes switch from wood to gas logs, the original chimney isn’t necessarily safe for the new appliance. Gas produces water vapor and acidic byproducts that eat at old mortar and masonry, and without a proper inspection the switch can quietly create a carbon monoxide risk.
The soil under Manor also plays a role. Clay-rich soil expands and contracts with moisture, and that movement stresses chimney structures over time. Add in the rapid temperature swings Central Texas sees every winter and the severe thunderstorms that roll through in spring, and you get spalling brick faces, cracked crowns, and shifting flashing. Water gets in. Freeze-thaw cycles widen the cracks. By the time most homeowners notice, the damage has been compounding for years.
Rain caps are another recurring issue. A surprising number of Manor chimneys either have no cap or a cap that’s rusted through. After spring storm season, we routinely pull bird nests, leaves, and water-damaged flue tiles out of chimneys around town. A missing $80 rain cap regularly turns into an $800 flue repair, and it’s one of the most preventable problems we see in Manor.
Styles & brands we work with
Our Main Manor Services
The three services Manor homeowners call us for most are chimney sweeps, chimney repair, and gas fireplace repair. Each has its own dedicated Manor page with full details, local pricing, and what to expect on the day of your appointment.
Chimney Sweep in Manor
A Manor chimney sweep is more than brushing out creosote (the flammable tar buildup that makes chimneys a fire risk). It’s a full inspection of the flue, crown, cap, and firebox, with photos of anything we find. Older Manor homes with decades of wood burning often have thick, glazed creosote that a standard brush won’t remove, and some need a chemical treatment or rotary cleaning. We’ll show you what we’re dealing with before we recommend anything. Read the full details on our Chimney Sweep in Manor page.
Chimney Repair in Manor
Chimney repair in Manor covers everything from crown resurfacing and flashing replacement to full flue relining. Older ranch homes near downtown Manor frequently have water damage at the crown that started years ago, and the clay-rich soil underneath has shifted the structure enough to crack mortar joints. We use HeatShield ceramic repair compound and DuraFlex liner systems, and every repair carries a written 365-Day Done Right Promise. Get specifics on our Chimney Repair in Manor page.
Gas Fireplace Repair in Manor
Gas fireplace repair in Manor is in high demand as more older homes convert from wood burning. When a gas log set is installed in a chimney built for wood, the venting has to be checked and often upgraded. We troubleshoot pilot lights, thermocouples, valves, and log sets, and we check the venting and flue condition as part of every gas fireplace call. The last thing you want is a gas appliance venting into a deteriorated flue. See full details on our Gas Fireplace Repair in Manor 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 Manor
We work with the chimney materials pros actually rely on: DuraFlex flexible liner systems, HeatShield ceramic repair compound, and Olympia Chimney products. Parts are stocked locally so most Manor repairs don’t wait on shipping. If your fireplace or chimney has a manufacturer label, we service it. See our brands page for the full list.
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AfterPricing for Chimney Company in Manor, TX
Here are the typical price ranges for common chimney jobs in Manor. These are the figures we quote over the phone and they’re written down before anyone picks up a brush:
| Service | Typical range in Manor |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep (standard, wood-burning) | $180 – $340 |
| Chimney sweep (heavy creosote or glazed buildup) | $300 – $500 |
| Level 1 chimney inspection | $120 – $250 |
| Level 2 chimney inspection (real estate or after a storm) | $250 – $400 |
| Rain cap installation | $80 – $200 |
| Crown resurfacing | $450 – $900 |
| Flashing repair or replacement | $300 – $700 |
| Flue relining (DuraFlex stainless steel) | $1,800 – $4,500 |
| Chimney repointing (mortar joint repair) | $600 – $1,800 |
| Gas fireplace diagnostic call | $90 – $200 |
| Gas fireplace pilot assembly replacement | $180 – $350 |
Two things push prices up in Manor: chimneys that haven’t been touched in decades and storm damage that’s gone unnoticed. That’s why we give a written price before work starts, every single time. No surprises at the door, no number that changes once the tech is on the roof.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Manor
We work all over Manor and the surrounding area, from the older ranch homes near downtown to the newer developments on the edges of town. Response time for most Manor appointments is within a few days, and urgent chimney issues can usually be seen sooner.
- Downtown Manor (older ranch homes with masonry chimneys)
- Presidential Meadows
- ShadowGlen
- Manor Commons
- Glenwood
Service Area – Cities Near Manor
Hadley Chimney Sweep coordinates scheduling and dispatch from the Austin office, and crews serve Manor locally. If you’re in a neighboring city, we also work in Austin, TX, Elgin, TX, Cedar Park, TX, and Buda, TX.
Serving Manor, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Manor 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 Manor
Most Manor appointments are scheduled within a few days of your call. We answer the phone 24/7 with a live person, not an answering service, so you’ll know your window before you hang up. If it’s urgent, let us know and we’ll do what we can to move you up. Call (361) 603-5116.
For most sweeps, inspections, and minor repairs, no permit is needed in Manor. Larger structural work like a full rebuild or reline may require a permit depending on the scope. We can tell you what applies to your specific job when you call.
Start with a Level 1 inspection, which covers the accessible parts of your chimney and flue. If you have an older Manor home with a masonry chimney, plan on that inspection before the first fire of the season. We’ll show you photos of anything we find and give you a written price for any recommended work. Call (361) 603-5116 for a free estimate.
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 Manor Customers Say
"Photos in the text made it clear what needed fixing and what didn't."
- Pedro L."Booked a sweep online in a couple of taps. Tech texted his ETA and arrived on the dot. Cleaned the flue and checked the cap and damper."
- Bill A."Got a text with a photo report after the inspection. Cracked crown spotted and fixed the next week."
- Rena G.