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How do wind-driven rain and hurricane season affect a Sheldon chimney?
Anyone living near the Texas Gulf Coast knows how storm season feels: heavy rain pushed sideways by wind, and sometimes a named storm on the forecast. Your chimney is the tallest, most exposed part of the house. A cap can be knocked loose, and a cracked crown lets driven rain straight into the masonry.
After a rough season, it is smart to have the top of the chimney checked. The damage is often invisible from the ground, and trapped water will keep working on brick, mortar and the metal inside the flue long after the weather clears.
Wind-driven water also finds its way down the flue when a cap is missing, soaking the firebox and rusting the damper from above. A quick check of the top is cheap protection against that chain of problems.
What should I check before lighting the first fire?
Houston-area winters are mild and short, so many fireplaces sit idle for most of the year. A few things can go wrong in that quiet time.
- Birds or squirrels can nest in an uncapped flue
- Damp can rust the damper so it sticks
- Soot from the last fire can harden on the flue walls
- Water can collect on the smoke shelf above the firebox
Any of these can turn a cozy evening into a smoky room. A sweep and inspection before the first fire answers all four questions at once, so you can light up with confidence.
What is covered by the $99 visit?
The Chimney Xpert offers chimney sweep and inspection from $99. We clean the chimney and check the flue, firebox, damper, cap and crown, which are the parts that decide whether the fireplace is safe and dry.
When something needs repair, we explain what we found in plain language and price the work before it starts. We do not add jobs quietly, and you are never pushed to decide on the spot. Many homeowners appreciate this, since chimney repair can sound complicated and expensive until someone simply tells you what it involves.
The price works for wood burners and gas log owners alike, so whichever you use, you can get the same full check.
How do I book a chimney sweep in Sheldon?
Pick a day online and choose a 3-hour arrival window that fits your schedule. The office calls or texts to confirm, and the technician calls about 30 minutes before arriving.
The Chimney Xpert serves Sheldon as part of our Houston area coverage. You get the same fair pricing and the same straightforward service as any customer, and booking before the cooler months means you are not stuck waiting during the busiest weeks.
Not sure how long it has been since the chimney was last looked at? That is common, and it is a perfectly good reason to book. We start with the sweep and inspection and go from there.
Do you serve towns near Sheldon?
Yes. Our crews also cover these nearby towns:
- Chimney Sweep Jacinto City
- Chimney Sweep Galena Park
- Chimney Sweep Humble
- Chimney Sweep Baytown
- Chimney Sweep Deer Park
- Chimney Sweep Pasadena
- Chimney Sweep La Porte
- Chimney Sweep South Houston
Frequently asked questions
How much is a chimney sweep in Sheldon?
Chimney sweep and inspection starts at $99 with The Chimney Xpert. Additional work is explained and priced before it begins.
Can storms damage a chimney cap or crown?
Yes. Wind can loosen a cap, and a cracked crown lets rain into the masonry. Both are checked during the visit.
Why check a chimney that I rarely use?
Animals can nest, dampers can rust and soot can harden while it sits idle. A check before the first fire shows whether it is safe.
How does the appointment process work?
Book a day and a 3-hour arrival window online. The office calls or texts to confirm, and the technician calls about 30 minutes ahead.
When was the last time you cleaned your Chimney?
Over 25,000 chimney fires in the U.S. last year were responsible for over $120 million in property damage. Chimney fires can quickly spread into house fires in a relatively short period of time.
Top 3 Reasons to Sweep your Chimney
The importance of yearly chimney inspections and sweepings cannot be understated, as they are the one true way to minimize the likelihood of a chimney fire sparking in the first place. The fact is that clean chimneys simply don’t catch fire.
- Prevent Chimney Fires
- Protect Your Health
Breathing the fumes from gas or solid fuel fires can be dangerous—or even fatal. - Avoid Smoke Damage
If a chimney is not cleaned regularly, soot will accumulate around the flue. This makes it difficult for the flue to draw the smoke upwards and can cause the smoke to enter your room. This soot will leave a black film around your hearth and soil any furniture, carpeting, or nearby decor. Smoke can also leave black stains around your chimney, which can be difficult or sometimes impossible to remove.
What Degree of Creosote is in Your Chimney?
A buildup of creosote is the main reason why it’s important to have your chimney cleaned and inspected annually, but did you know that there are three degrees, or stages, of creosote?
Soot: While not dangerous, soot is flammable and spreads easily, leaving dirt stains in your home and potentially causing respiratory illnesses.
Creosote flakes: If soot isn’t addressed in a timely manner, over time it can morph into larger flakes, which are highly flammable and more difficult to remove.
Tar creosote: Severe disrepair. At this stage, the creosote coalesces to form a thick, extremely flammable paste along the walls of the chimney. The tar releases gasses, which remain in the chimney flue until a fire is lit. At that point, the gasses as well as the tar will catch fire almost immediately.
Chimney Fire Causes
Factors that increase risk of chimney fires include:
- Failing to have your chimney swept often enough, which can lead to soot buildup
- Blockages such as soot buildup, animal nests, or bits of foliage in your chimney that can restrict air flow
- Burning wet or unseasoned wood, which increases the production of creosote
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At The Chimney Xpert in Sheldon TX, we take care of your chimney and fireplace, from the sweep to the repair. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation estimate on any chimney cleaning or repair.
Chris L.
Oct 22, 2022
David was prompt and very professional. He inspected and cleaned the fireplace & went over everything that he did and provided valuable information. Price was better that competitor's. I will definitely continue to do business with this company.
Nick Campbell
Oct 1, 2022
Very pleased with the professionalism and promptness of service. Chad was very helpful and courteous and the work was done quickly and efficiently at significantly less cost than the first quote we received. Happy to recommend Chimney Xpert.
Nicole Clarke
Aug 7, 2022
Professional and polite company-I was able to get in the schedule the following week of my initial request for service. My tech was Conner and he did a great job. Going to have them back to repair the fireplace gas line.
Matt Emmerson
Aug 6, 2022
Can't say enough good things about this company. James is extremely easy to communicate with, and is glad to answer any questions. The installers were extremely quick, but did a very quality job, at an affordable price. If I need any future chimney work I will definitely be coming back to Chimney Master Dallas.
Barry Patrick
Sep 30, 2019
I will try to keep this short and sweet! From dealing with the owner about what our needs really were to keeping the communication lines open and his team installing our new Buck Stove.
There is no way I could have been any more pleased with the entire experience. Their team are "First Class" all the way
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