ClearPath Chimney (713) 526-5389

Chimneys built to last need care that lasts too.

ClearPath Chimney handles sweeping, repair, masonry, and venting for homes across Houston — with certified technicians who show up, explain what they find, and fix it right the first time.

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24/7Emergency response
HoustonLicensed & insured, TX
CSIACertified technicians
908 Bomar StServing all of Houston

Certified sweeps

Every technician is CSIA-trained and follows NFPA 211 inspection standards.

Upfront pricing

You get a written quote before any work starts — no surprises on the invoice.

Photo documentation

We photograph the flue before and after so you can see exactly what changed.

True 24/7 line

A leaking flue or a chimney fire doesn't wait for business hours, and neither do we.

What we do for Houston homeowners

From routine sweeping to full masonry rebuilds, we cover every part of the chimney system — inside and out.

Sweeping

Chimney sweeping

Creosote and debris removal that cuts fire risk and restores proper draft, using rotary and vacuum systems that keep soot out of your living room.

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Inspection

Chimney inspections

Level 1, 2, and 3 inspections with video scanning, so you know the real condition of the flue liner before problems become expensive.

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Repair

Chimney repair & rebuilding

Crown repair, liner replacement, and full rebuilds for chimneys damaged by Houston's heat, humidity, and storm cycles.

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Masonry

Masonry & tuckpointing

Repointing and brick replacement that stops water intrusion and keeps the stack structurally sound for decades.

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Caps & Crowns

Caps & crown installation

Custom stainless caps and poured crowns that keep rain, animals, and embers where they belong — outside the flue.

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Venting

Dryer vent cleaning

Lint removal that lowers fire risk and cuts drying time, with a camera check to confirm the full run is clear.

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How a service call works

The same four steps, whether it's a routine sweep or an emergency repair.

1

You call or book online

Tell us what's going on. Emergency calls are triaged first and dispatched the same day.

2

We inspect and document

A technician examines the flue, liner, and exterior stack, and photographs anything of concern.

3

You get a written quote

No work begins until you've approved the price and scope in writing.

4

We do the work and clean up

Drop cloths and vacuum containment keep soot out of the house — we leave it cleaner than we found it.

What Houston homeowners say

A few notes from recent service calls across the city.

"They found a cracked liner our last inspector missed and showed us the video. Repair was done in a day."

Montrose homeowner

"Called at 11pm about a smell of smoke and someone was here within the hour. Calm, thorough, no upsell."

Heights homeowner

"Tuckpointing on our 1940s fireplace looks better than the original brickwork. Fair price, clean job site."

West University homeowner

Not sure if your chimney needs attention?

A Level 1 inspection tells you exactly where you stand — often the same day you call.

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A local crew that treats your chimney like it's our own.

ClearPath Chimney started with a simple frustration: too many Houston homeowners were getting rushed sweeps, vague quotes, and repairs that didn't hold up through a single hurricane season. We built a company around the opposite approach — slow down, document everything, and only recommend work that actually needs doing.

1,400+Chimneys serviced across Houston
24/7Emergency dispatch, every day
100%Licensed, bonded & insured work

What guides how we work

Four commitments that shape every job, from a $150 sweep to a full rebuild.

Show the evidence

Every inspection includes photos or video of what we found. If we recommend a repair, you'll see why before you approve it.

Quote before we touch anything

Diagnosis and pricing come first, always in writing. Scope changes require your sign-off, not a surprise on the invoice.

Build for Houston's climate

Humidity, heat cycling, and storm season punish masonry differently here than up north — our materials and methods account for that.

Leave the site clean

Drop cloths, vacuum containment, and a walkthrough at the end of every job, sweep or rebuild alike.

The team behind the trucks

Certified, background-checked, and trained to explain what they're doing in plain language.

Lead Technician & Founder

CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep

Over a decade in the trade, with certifications in chimney sweeping, masonry, and venting systems specific to gas and wood-burning appliances.

Masonry Lead

NCMA-trained mason

Specializes in tuckpointing, crown rebuilding, and matching historic brick and mortar profiles found across Houston's older neighborhoods.

Field Operations

24/7 dispatch coordinator

Routes emergency calls, confirms appointment windows, and keeps every customer updated from first call to final walkthrough.

Where we work

Based on Bomar St in Montrose, serving homes throughout greater Houston.

We regularly service Montrose, the Heights, River Oaks, West University, Bellaire, Midtown, Rice Village, Garden Oaks, and surrounding neighborhoods inside the Loop, along with wider coverage across Harris County for larger masonry and rebuild projects. If you're not sure whether you're in range, call and we'll tell you straight — we don't take jobs we can't service properly.

Every chimney and venting service, explained plainly.

Below is what each service actually involves — what we check, what we bring, and when you'd need it. If something's not listed, call us; chances are we still handle it.

01 — Sweeping

Chimney sweeping

Creosote buildup is the leading cause of residential chimney fires, and Houston's humidity accelerates how quickly it accumulates in a flue that sees regular use. Our sweeping service uses rotary brush systems sized to your flue, paired with HEPA-filtered vacuum containment, so debris comes out through the vacuum hose instead of settling on your hearth or furniture.

We recommend a sweep at least once a year for wood-burning fireplaces and stoves, and every one to two years for gas appliances, depending on usage. Each sweep includes a visual check of the smoke chamber, damper, and firebox, so minor issues get flagged before they become repairs.

  • Rotary brush and HEPA vacuum containment
  • Smoke chamber, damper, and firebox check included
  • Before-and-after photos of the flue interior
  • Typically 45–90 minutes per appliance
Good to know
  • Book ahead of the first cold snap — early fall is our busiest season
  • Gas fireplaces still need periodic sweeping for soot and debris
  • We vacuum the firebox and hearth before we leave
02 — Inspection

Chimney inspections

We follow the three inspection levels defined by NFPA 211. A Level 1 inspection covers the readily accessible parts of the chimney and is right for a chimney in regular use with no known issues. A Level 2 inspection adds a video scan of the flue interior and is required after a chimney fire, an appliance change, a home sale, or any time storm damage is suspected. A Level 3 inspection goes further, opening up walls or masonry when a Level 2 scan reveals a hidden hazard that can't be assessed otherwise.

Every inspection ends with a written report and photo or video evidence, so you have documentation for insurance, for a home sale, or simply for your own records.

  • Video flue scanning for Level 2 and Level 3 inspections
  • Written report with photos, delivered the same day
  • Ideal before buying a home or reopening a long-unused fireplace
When to book which level
  • Level 1 — annual maintenance, no known issues
  • Level 2 — home sale, appliance swap, after a chimney fire
  • Level 3 — hidden damage found during a Level 2 scan
03 — Repair

Chimney repair & rebuilding

Cracked flue liners, spalling brick, and damaged crowns are common in Houston chimneys exposed to repeated heat cycling and heavy rain. We repair what can be repaired — liner relining, crown patching, damper replacement — and rebuild what can't, working from the same brick coursing and mortar profile as the original structure wherever possible.

Every repair job starts with the inspection findings so you can see exactly what's driving the recommendation, and every quote separates labor from materials so you know what you're paying for.

  • Stainless steel and cast-in-place liner relining
  • Crown, damper, and firebox repair
  • Partial and full chimney rebuilds
Common triggers for repair
  • Rust-colored staining on the firebox or damper
  • Visible cracks in the crown or exterior brick
  • Loose or crumbling mortar joints
04 — Masonry

Masonry & tuckpointing

Mortar joints wear out long before the brick around them does, and once water gets behind failing mortar, freeze-thaw cycles and heat expansion do the rest of the damage. Tuckpointing removes the deteriorated mortar and repacks the joints, restoring both the seal and the structural bond between courses.

For older homes in neighborhoods like Montrose and the Heights, we color-match mortar and, where needed, source reclaimed or custom-fired brick to keep repairs visually consistent with the original facade.

  • Joint-by-joint tuckpointing, not just surface patching
  • Color-matched mortar for older and historic homes
  • Brick replacement for spalled or cracked units
Good to know
  • Small sections can often be done in a single day
  • We seal work is weather-appropriate for Houston's climate
05 — Caps & Crowns

Chimney caps & crown installation

A missing or damaged cap is one of the most common reasons water, birds, and rodents end up inside a flue. We install custom stainless steel caps sized to your flue, along with spark arrestor mesh where local code or insurance requires it, and we pour or repair crowns using a slight slope and drip edge that actually sheds water instead of pooling it.

  • Custom-sized stainless steel caps with spark arrestor mesh
  • Crown resurfacing and full crown replacement
  • Multi-flue caps for chimneys with more than one appliance
Good to know
  • A properly installed cap typically lasts 15–20 years
  • Most cap replacements are finished in under two hours
06 — Venting

Dryer vent cleaning

Lint-clogged dryer vents are a leading cause of house fires and one of the easiest problems to prevent. We clean the full run from the dryer to the exterior vent cap, not just the accessible section, and use a camera to confirm the line is clear before we finish the job. Slow-drying loads, a hot laundry room, or a burning smell during cycles are all signs it's time for a cleaning.

  • Full-run cleaning, dryer to exterior cap
  • Camera verification of the completed line
  • Recommended annually for regularly used dryers
Good to know
  • Most homes take 30–45 minutes
  • We check the exterior vent cap flap while we're there

Emergency chimney service, 24 hours a daySmoke smell indoors, storm damage, or a suspected chimney fire — call now, don't wait for morning.

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Common questions

Answers we give most often on the phone.

How often does a chimney actually need sweeping?

Once a year for wood-burning fireplaces and stoves used regularly through the season. If you burn less than a few times a year, every other year is often enough — an inspection will confirm which schedule fits your usage.

Do gas fireplaces need chimney service?

Yes. Gas appliances don't produce creosote the way wood fires do, but soot, animal nests, and venting issues still occur. We recommend an inspection every one to two years for gas systems.

What does a Level 2 inspection cost, and when is it required?

Pricing depends on flue count and accessibility — we quote it on the call. Level 2 inspections are typically required after a chimney fire, before a home sale, or after changing the type of appliance connected to the flue.

Can you match brick on a home built decades ago?

In most cases, yes. We source reclaimed and custom-fired brick and color-match mortar so repairs blend with the surrounding masonry rather than standing out as a visible patch.

Is the 24/7 line answered by a real person?

Yes — every call is answered by our dispatch team, day or night, who will triage the issue and get a technician moving if it can't wait until morning.

Tell us what's going on with your chimney.

Call for anything urgent — for everything else, the form below reaches our dispatch team directly and we'll follow up same day.

Phone

(713) 526-5389 — answered 24/7

Address

908 Bomar St, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Hours

Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — including holidays for emergencies.

Service area

Based in Montrose, serving all of greater Houston:

MontroseThe HeightsRiver Oaks West UniversityBellaireMidtown Rice VillageGarden OaksGreater Harris County

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