Level 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.
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Before
AfterChimney Cleaning in Irving, TX
Chimney cleaning in Irving, TX typically costs $189 to $339 for a standard sweep with a Level 1 inspection, and the job takes about 90 minutes from setup to final photo report. Most Irving homes were built between 1960 and 1985 with original clay tile flue liners that have never been relined, which means the creosote you’re dealing with has had decades to build up. Call (980) 580-8641 for a written price before anyone sets foot on your property.
Why Irving Homes Are Different
Irving’s residential buildout peaked almost exactly alongside the 1968-1974 construction and opening of DFW Airport, so the city’s dominant housing stock, along with its original masonry fireplaces and clay tile flue liners, dates to the late 1960s through mid-1980s and is now 40 to 55 years old. These aging chimneys sit on North Texas’s expansive Blackland Prairie clay soils, which shift seasonally and cause chronic mortar joint separation and cracked tile liners that go undetected for years. Neighboring newer suburbs like Coppell or Frisco simply don’t have this concentrated wave of simultaneously aging masonry fireplace infrastructure.
North Texas winters are short but punctuated by sudden hard freezes. The February 2021 winter storm pushed Irving residents to fire up rarely used fireplaces intensely after months of dormancy, which is the worst possible pattern for glazed creosote formation. This infrequent, high-intensity use cycle means chimneys in Irving often look clean visually but carry dangerous stage-two or stage-three creosote deposits. A quick flashlight check won’t catch it. A camera scan will.
Our Main Irving Services
Beyond cleaning and sweeping, Irving homeowners most often call us about two things: fireplaces that won’t light or draft properly, and chimney caps or crowns that have failed after decades of North Texas weather.
Fireplace Services in Irving
Most Irving fireplaces are original wood-burning masonry units built between 1960 and 1985, but a high proportion have had gas log inserts retrofitted into fireboxes that still lack a proper stainless liner. That combination creates draft problems, soot blowback, and in some cases a code-compliance issue. Fireplace Services in Irving include gas log installation, fireplace inspection, firebox repair, and glass door replacement, each quoted in writing before work starts.
Chimney Cap & Crown in Irving
The crown is the concrete slab at the top of your chimney, and on Irving homes it’s been exposed to direct sun, hard freezes, and seasonal soil movement for four or five decades. Once a crown cracks, water gets into the chase and starts degrading the flue liner and firebox below. Chimney Cap & Crown in Irving work covers crown recasting, cap replacement, and water-sealing, and we document the before-and-after condition with photos on every visit.
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.
BeforeAfterChimney Sweep in Irving
A chimney sweep in Irving costs $189 to $339 and is usually completed the same visit. Because most Irving chimneys are 40 to 55 years old with original clay tile liners, we scan the flue with a camera on every job and document what we find, so you see exactly what we saw before anyone recommends anything. Our full Chimney Sweep process is built around NFPA 211 Level 2 standards, with a written price, written scope, and written warranty delivered before work begins.
Level 1 Inspection
Signs you need it
You use your fireplace regularly and it’s been more than a year since anyone looked inside the flue.
What it costs in Irving
A Level 1 inspection in Irving runs $189 to $249 as a standalone visit, and it’s included with every standard sweep.
How we do it
We check the accessible portions of the firebox, damper, flue liner, and exterior chase, then document everything with photos and a written report.
Creosote Removal
Signs you need it
You see black, tar-like buildup on the firebox walls, smell a sharp campfire odor in the house, or your damper feels sticky when you open it.
What it costs in Irving
Creosote removal in Irving adds $100 to $200 to the sweep price, depending on whether it’s stage-two flaky buildup or stage-three glazed creosote that requires rotary treatment.
How we do it
We run a rotary steel whip down the flue to break up glazed creosote, then vacuum everything out through a HEPA-filtered system so nothing enters the living space.
What Chimney Sweep Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Standard chimney sweep with Level 1 inspection | $189 - $289 |
| Creosote removal (stage two or three) | $100 - $200 |
| Level 2 camera inspection | $249 - $449 |
How often should I have my chimney cleaned in Irving?
Every year, or every 30 to 40 fires, whichever comes first. Irving’s start-and-stop winter use pattern accelerates glazed creosote formation even when the flue looks clean from below. Call (980) 580-8641 for a written quote.
What does a chimney sweep include in Irving?
A standard sweep includes a Level 1 inspection, full flue brushing, creosote and soot removal, damper check, firebox cleaning, and a documented photo record. You get a written scope and price before we start. Call (980) 580-8641 to schedule.
Chimney Repair in Irving
Chimney repair in Irving typically runs $300 to $800 for mortar repointing and flashing repair, and $2,000 to $8,000 for partial rebuilding when Blackland Prairie soil movement has cracked the structure. The seasonal shifting that comes with expansive clay soils means Irving chimneys develop stair-step cracks and separated mortar joints earlier than chimneys in neighboring suburbs. Our Chimney Repair process starts with a camera scan so you see the exact crack or separation before you approve any work.
Mortar Repointing
Signs you need it
You can see crumbling or missing mortar between bricks, or the joints look recessed and powdery when you run a finger across them.
What it costs in Irving
Mortar repointing in Irving runs $300 to $800 for typical spot work on a standard single-story chimney.
How we do it
We grind out the deteriorated joints, match the original mortar color, tuck-point fresh mortar into the gaps, and seal the surface against North Texas moisture.
Flashing Repair
Signs you need it
You see water stains on the ceiling near the chimney, rusted metal where the chimney meets the roofline, or daylight coming through the flashing in the attic.
What it costs in Irving
Flashing repair in Irving runs $300 to $700 depending on whether we’re resealing, replacing a section, or rebuilding the cricket.
How we do it
We remove the old flashing, install new corrosion-resistant metal with proper step and counter flashing, and seal every seam with high-temperature waterproof sealant.
What Chimney Repair Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Mortar repointing | $300 - $800 |
| Flashing repair | $300 - $700 |
| Partial chimney rebuild | $2,000 - $8,000 |
Do I need a permit for chimney repair in Irving?
Most repointing and flashing work does not require a permit in Irving, but full rebuilds that change the structure may. We’ll tell you during the quote phase. Call (980) 580-8641 for specifics on your project.
Can you fix my chimney the same week in Irving?
Most repair jobs in Irving can be scheduled within 5 to 10 business days, weather permitting. We’ll send a background-checked, uniformed technician with a written scope. Call (980) 580-8641 to book.
Chimney Liner & Rebuild in Irving
Chimney liner replacement in Irving typically costs $1,800 to $6,500 for a stainless steel liner in the DFW market, and full chimney rebuilds range from $8,000 to $25,000 depending on height and masonry condition. Because most Irving fireplaces were built with clay tile liners that are now 40 to 55 years old, cracked tiles and missing mortar between them are the two most common findings on camera scans. We use DuraFlex stainless liners and follow NFPA 211 specs for every Chimney Liner & Rebuild project in Irving.
Stainless Steel Liner
Signs you need it
Your camera scan shows cracked clay tiles, missing mortar joints, or the liner is sized wrong for a gas insert you plan to install.
What it costs in Irving
A stainless steel liner in Irving runs $1,800 to $6,500 installed, with DuraFlex as our standard material.
How we do it
We measure the flue, select the correct diameter liner, pull it down through the chimney, insulate as needed, and connect it to the appliance.
Partial Rebuild
Signs you need it
The top section of your chimney is leaning, bricks are spalling, or a chimney fire has damaged the upper flue and crown.
What it costs in Irving
A partial rebuild in Irving runs $2,000 to $8,000 depending on how many courses of brick must come down and be relaid.
How we do it
We remove the damaged section, salvage reusable brick where possible, rebuild with matching mortar, and install a new crown and cap.
What Chimney Liner & Rebuild Costs in Irving
| Item | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Stainless steel liner replacement | $1,800 - $6,500 |
| Partial chimney rebuild | $2,000 - $8,000 |
| Full chimney rebuild | $8,000 - $25,000 |
Do I really need a new liner if my old one looks fine from the top?
You can’t see the middle of the flue from the top, and that’s where Irving chimneys fail. A camera scan shows cracks and separations that are invisible otherwise. Call (980) 580-8641 for a documented inspection.
What happens if I skip a liner repair in Irving?
Heat and flue gases can escape through cracked tiles into the chimney chase and surrounding framing. Carbon monoxide can also leak into living spaces. Call (980) 580-8641 to get a camera scan and a written assessment.
Brands We Service in Irving
We service and install chimneys and fireplaces from Copperfield, HeatShield, and Gelco, and we stock DuraFlex liner components locally for faster turnaround in Irving. Our brands page shows the full range. Most liner and cap parts for Irving jobs are available same-week through our Dallas-Fort Worth supply chain.
Pricing for Chimney Cleaning in Irving, TX
| Service | Typical range in Irving |
|---|---|
| Chimney sweep with Level 1 inspection | $189 - $289 |
| Creosote removal (stage two or three) | $100 - $200 |
| Level 2 camera inspection | $249 - $449 |
| Soot removal | $100 - $150 |
| Mortar repointing | $300 - $800 |
| Flashing repair | $300 - $700 |
| Partial chimney rebuild | $2,000 - $8,000 |
| Stainless steel liner replacement | $1,800 - $6,500 |
| Full chimney rebuild | $8,000 - $25,000 |
In Irving, the biggest price drivers are glazed creosote that requires rotary removal, access difficulty on steep Valley Ranch rooflines, and masonry deterioration from Blackland Prairie soil movement. Every job is quoted in writing before work starts, and the price on the quote is the price on the invoice, no exceptions.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Irving
Our crews cover all of Irving, from Valley Ranch in the northwest to Las Colinas, MacArthur, and the older ranch-style neighborhoods around Irving High School. Most appointments are scheduled within 3 to 7 business days.
- Valley Ranch
- Las Colinas
- MacArthur
- Irving Heights
- Hospital District
Service Area - Cities Near Irving
Emberly Chimney Cleaners also serves the surrounding Dallas-Fort Worth area. If you’re in Dallas, TX, Balch Springs, TX, Mesquite, TX, or Lancaster, TX, the same written-price, photo-documented service applies. Dispatch and scheduling are coordinated from our Dallas-Fort Worth office, with crews serving Irving locally.
Serving Irving, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Irving 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 Cleaning in Irving
Most Irving appointments are scheduled within 3 to 7 business days. We text you when the background-checked technician is on the way, and you get a written price before the work begins. Call (980) 580-8641 to check current availability.
Some Irving HOAs, particularly in Valley Ranch and Las Colinas, require written notice before exterior masonry work. Interior cleaning and sweeping generally does not need approval. We’ll flag any HOA consideration during the quote phase. Call (980) 580-8641 with questions.
You receive a documented photo record from the camera scan, a written scope of work completed, and a written warranty on all labor. That’s Clause 4 of the Haven Standard, and it’s been our default since 2009. Call (980) 580-8641 to book.
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 Irving Customers Say
"They told me the flue was fine and I did not need a liner. Charged me for the inspection and nothing else. That is why I have called them twice since."
- Hal M."Cap and crown replaced after water was getting in. Price was quoted in writing, and they showed me the mortar failure first."
- Neil O."Gas insert service done properly with the readings written down. The technician had the certification number printed on the paperwork."
- Bettina A.