Chimney Sweep in San Antonio, TX
Chimney Sweep in Austin, TX
If you burn wood in your fireplace, your chimney is collecting creosote — and creosote is what starts chimney fires. Somri Home Services keeps San Antonio chimneys clean, safe, and ready for fireplace season with professional sweeping and inspection.
Call 210-296-5076 to schedule, or book online.
What's Included — $139 Chimney Sweep & Inspection
Our most popular service. Every sweep includes a full inspection:
• Complete sweeping of the flue from top to bottom — creosote, soot, and debris removed
• Smoke chamber and firebox cleaning
• Visual inspection of the flue liner for cracks and damage
• Damper check — making sure it opens, closes, and seals
• Chimney cap and crown check
• Flashing check where the chimney meets the roof
• Written findings with photos, so you see exactly what we see
Need just the inspection? A standalone Chimney Inspection is $99.
Why San Antonio Chimneys Need Regular Sweeping
Central Texas burns a lot of oak and juniper, and both lay down creosote fast — especially when fires smolder instead of burning hot. Add our spring storm seasons, which crack crowns and loosen flashing, and a chimney that looked fine two years ago can be a hazard today.
The Chimney Safety Institute of America recommends an annual inspection for every chimney, and sweeping whenever creosote buildup reaches 1/8 of an inch. Most San Antonio fireplaces we service are overdue.
Signs Your Chimney Needs Sweeping Now
• You smell smoke or a campfire odor when the fireplace isn't in use
• The damper is hard to open or won't seal shut
• You see black, flaky, or tar-like buildup inside the firebox
• Smoke backs up into the room when you burn
• Water stains appear on the ceiling or walls around the fireplace
• It's been more than a year since the last sweep — or you can't remember the last one
Any of these sound familiar? Call 210-296-5076. A $139 sweep now beats a chimney fire or a $5,000 rebuild later.
Our Process
1. Protect your home. We lay drop cloths from the door to the fireplace and seal the firebox opening — no soot in your living room.
2. Sweep bottom to top. Rotary brushes and filtered vacuums remove creosote, soot, and nesting debris from the full flue.
3. Inspect everything. Liner, damper, cap, crown, flashing — we check it all and photograph what we find.
4. Report and recommend. You get straight answers: what's fine, what needs attention now, and what can wait. No pressure.
Most appointments take about an hour.
Service Areas:
We sweep chimneys across the San Antonio metro, including Stone Oak, Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, Castle Hills, Shavano Park, Hollywood Park, Helotes, Leon Valley, Fair Oaks Ranch, Selma, Schertz, Cibolo, Universal City, Converse, Live Oak, Windcrest, and Garden Ridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How often should I sweep my chimney?
Once a year for inspection, and sweeping whenever creosote reaches 1/8 inch — for most wood-burning households in San Antonio, that's annually.
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How much does a chimney sweep cost in San Antonio?
Our chimney sweep with full inspection is $139. A standalone inspection is $99.
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How long does a chimney sweep take?
About an hour for most homes.
Do you service gas fireplaces?
Yes — a gas fireplace inspection is $99. (Note: gas line work itself must be done by a licensed plumber under Texas law; we handle the fireplace and chimney side.)
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Is there a lot of mess?
No. We seal the work area and use filtered equipment. Your home stays clean!
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My chimney leaks when it rains. Can you fix that?
Leaks usually come from failed flashing, a cracked crown, or a missing cap — all things we check during the inspection. We'll show you exactly where the water is getting in.
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Ready to book your appointment?
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