Chimney Sweeping
Full removal of creosote, soot, and flue debris using rotary and hand tools sized to your flue, plus a HEPA-filtered vacuum to keep your home dust-free.
See sweeping detailsLicensed & Insured Chimney Contractors — Hurst, TX
Your chimney works hard all season. Ours is the crew that keeps it safe.
From routine sweeping to structural masonry rebuilds, Peak Guard Chimney Expert protects your home from creosote buildup, chimney fires, and water damage — with certified technicians on call around the clock, every day of the year.
24/7emergency response
100%licensed & insured
1000+chimneys serviced
5-starlocal reputation
State-licensed contractors
Fully insured & bonded
Same-day & 24/7 emergency crews
Free written estimates
What we do
Complete chimney and fireplace care, under one roof
Whether you burn wood every weekend or fire up the fireplace twice a winter, a neglected chimney is one of the most common — and most preventable — sources of house fires and water damage. Here's how we keep yours in working order.
Chimney Inspections
Level 1, 2, and 3 inspections using video scanning to catch cracked flue tiles, creosote glaze, and hidden structural damage before it becomes expensive.
See inspection detailsRepair & Rebuilding
Tuckpointing, crown repair, spalling brick replacement, and full chimney rebuilds — matched to your home's existing masonry wherever possible.
See repair detailsWaterproofing
Vapor-permeable sealants applied to brick and stone to stop the leading cause of chimney deterioration: freeze-thaw water intrusion.
See waterproofing detailsRelining & Liners
Stainless steel and cast-in-place liner installation that restores safe, code-compliant venting for wood, gas, and oil appliances.
See relining details24/7 Emergency Service
Storm damage, animal intrusion, or a chimney fire aftermath — our on-call crews board up, tarp, and stabilize your chimney the same day.
See emergency detailsWhy homeowners choose Peak Guard
Straight answers, honest pricing, and a crew that shows up when they say they will
Certified technicians
Every technician is trained on National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 211) standards and current chimney safety codes, so recommendations are based on what's actually needed — not upselling.
Upfront, written estimates
You'll see the full cost before any work begins — no surprise line items after the job is done, and no pressure to approve add-ons on the spot.
Protected homework and floors
Drop cloths, HEPA vacuums, and shoe covers on every visit. We treat your living room like it's ours — because a clean job is a finished job.
True 24/7 availability
Chimney fires and storm damage don't wait for business hours, and neither do we. Call any hour of any day and reach a live technician — not a voicemail.
Documented inspection reports
Every inspection includes photos and a written report — useful for insurance claims, home sales, and simply knowing what condition your chimney is really in.
Local, family-operated crew
We're your neighbors in Hurst and the greater DFW metro — our reputation is built one chimney, one referral, and one repeat customer at a time.
How a service call works
From the first call to a clean bill of health
Call or book online
Tell us what's going on — routine maintenance, a musty smell, or an active emergency — and we'll ask a few quick questions to route the right crew.
On-site diagnosis
A technician inspects the firebox, flue, crown, and cap, often with video scanning, and walks you through exactly what they find.
Written estimate
You get a clear, itemized estimate before any work starts. Approve what you want done — nothing more.
Work & walkthrough
We complete the job, clean up completely, and walk you through the results with photos so you know exactly what changed.
From homeowners nearby
"We had a musty smell coming from the fireplace every time it rained. Peak Guard found a cracked crown in twenty minutes, showed us photos, and had it sealed the same week. No pressure, no runaround." — Homeowner, Hurst, TX
"Called at 11pm during a storm when a limb cracked our chimney cap. A tech called back in ten minutes and had it tarped by morning. That's the kind of response you hope for and rarely get." — Homeowner, Euless, TX
Service area
Proudly serving Hurst and the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metro
Based at 1353 Simpson Dr in Hurst, TX, our crews cover the Mid-Cities and beyond. Not sure if you're in range? Call us — most jobs across the metro are within reach the same day.
Hurst, TX
Home base — fastest response times
Euless, TX
Same-day service available
Bedford, TX
Same-day service available
Fort Worth, TX
Full-service coverage
Arlington, TX
Full-service coverage
North Richland Hills, TX
Full-service coverage
Colleyville, TX
Full-service coverage
Grapevine, TX
Full-service coverage
Common questions
Chimney care, explained plainly
How often should my chimney be swept?
The Chimney Safety Institute of America recommends an inspection every year and a sweep whenever creosote buildup exceeds an eighth of an inch — typically annually for regular wood burners, and at least every other year for occasional use. Gas fireplaces still need annual inspection even though they don't produce creosote.
What's the difference between a Level 1, 2, and 3 inspection?
A Level 1 inspection covers the readily accessible parts of the chimney for routine, continued use. A Level 2 adds video scanning of the flue interior and is required after a chimney fire, severe weather, or before a home sale. A Level 3 involves removing sections of the chimney or walls when a serious hazard is suspected and can't otherwise be confirmed.
Do you work on gas fireplaces, not just wood-burning ones?
Yes. We service wood-burning, gas, and oil-vented chimneys, including gas log inserts and direct-vent fireplaces, and we inspect gas systems for proper venting, blockages, and carbon monoxide risk.
Is same-day emergency service really available at any hour?
Yes — our line is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. For active hazards like storm damage, animal intrusion, or fire damage, we prioritize dispatch and typically have a crew on-site within hours.
How much does a chimney sweep or repair cost?
Costs vary with flue size, creosote buildup, and access, and repair costs depend on the extent of masonry or liner damage. We provide a free, written estimate before any work begins so you know the full cost upfront — call or request one online.
Not sure what your chimney needs?
Start with a free inspection. We'll tell you exactly what we find — no pressure, no obligation.
A local crew that treats every flue like it's venting our own fireplace
Peak Guard Chimney Expert was built on a simple idea: chimney work is safety work first, and everything else — scheduling, pricing, cleanliness — should make that easier for the homeowner, not harder.
Our story
Started by technicians who were tired of shortcuts
Peak Guard Chimney Expert was founded by chimney technicians who spent years working for larger, faster-moving companies and kept seeing the same problem: inspections rushed to hit a daily quota, repairs recommended before a real diagnosis, and homeowners left without a clear explanation of what their chimney actually needed.
We set out to build something different — a company small enough that every technician takes ownership of every job, and thorough enough that a Peak Guard inspection report actually tells you something useful. That approach has grown our business one referral at a time across Hurst and the surrounding Mid-Cities, and it's still how we operate today.
We're based at 1353 Simpson Dr in Hurst, TX, and we run crews around the clock because chimney emergencies — a cracked flue after a storm, a chimney fire scare, a sudden leak during a cold snap — don't wait for office hours, and neither should the help you need.
What guides us
Our operating principles
Safety first
No repair is "just cosmetic" when it comes to venting
Creosote, cracked flue tiles, and blocked vents are fire and carbon monoxide risks, not aesthetic issues. We flag them regardless of whether it grows the invoice.
Transparency
Photos and plain language, every visit
If we find a problem, we show it to you — through the camera, in photos, in a written report — before we ever talk about a fix.
Respect for your home
Drop cloths down before tools come out
HEPA-filtered vacuums, shoe covers, and floor protection are standard on every single call, not an upsell.
Availability
24/7 means 24/7
A real person answers, day or night. If it's an emergency, we say so honestly and dispatch accordingly.
Standards we hold ourselves to
Trained to code, not just to habit
Chimney standards exist because chimney neglect is a leading cause of residential structure fires. Our technicians are trained against the following benchmarks on every job.
NFPA 211 compliance
The National Fire Protection Association's standard for chimneys, fireplaces, vents, and solid-fuel appliances governs how we inspect and repair every flue.
CSIA-aligned inspection levels
We follow the Chimney Safety Institute of America's Level 1, 2, and 3 inspection framework so you know exactly how thorough each visit is.
Licensed & insured operations
Peak Guard Chimney Expert carries general liability coverage and operates under Texas contracting requirements, protecting your home and our crews on every job.
Manufacturer-specific training
Insert and liner installation follows manufacturer specifications so warranties stay valid and gas or wood appliances vent exactly as designed.
Carbon monoxide awareness
Every inspection includes a check for signs of improper venting, since blocked or cracked flues are a common, preventable source of CO exposure.
Continuing education
Masonry, waterproofing, and venting products evolve — our technicians keep training on current materials and techniques, not just what worked a decade ago.
Our mission
Keep every home we touch a little safer than we found it
A chimney is easy to ignore until something goes wrong — and by then it's usually an emergency. Our mission is to make routine chimney care simple enough that homeowners actually keep up with it, and honest enough that when repairs are genuinely needed, you trust what we tell you.
That means clear communication, fair pricing, and technicians who explain what they're doing and why — whether that's a fifteen-minute sweep or a multi-day masonry rebuild.
Proudly local to Hurst, TX
We're headquartered at 1353 Simpson Dr, Hurst, TX 76053 — not a call center routing you to a subcontractor. When you call, you're reaching the company that will actually show up at your door, and when you need us again next year, the same standards apply.
- Family-operated, community-referred
- Same technicians, consistent standards
- Serving Hurst and the greater DFW metro
Working with us
What to expect when you book a Peak Guard technician
Before the visit
You'll get a confirmed appointment window and a call or text when the technician is on the way — no vague "sometime this afternoon."
During the visit
Floors and furniture protected first. Then a full inspection with photos, followed by a plain-language explanation of what we found — good or bad.
After the visit
A written report or invoice you can keep for insurance, resale, or your own records, plus a direct line back to us if you have follow-up questions.
Ready to meet the crew?
Book a free inspection and see the Peak Guard difference for yourself.
Every service your chimney will need, from first sweep to full rebuild
Browse what we do below, or call and describe what you're seeing — a smell, a stain, a draft problem — and we'll tell you which service actually applies before we ever schedule a visit.
Routine maintenance
Chimney Sweeping
Every time a wood fire burns, it deposits creosote — a tar-like byproduct — along the inside of the flue. Left alone, creosote is the single most common cause of chimney fires, and it also narrows the flue, reducing draft and pushing smoke back into your living room.
Our sweeping service clears creosote, soot, leaves, and nesting debris using rotary brushes and hand tools sized precisely to your flue, paired with a HEPA-filtered vacuum so cleaning doesn't mean a dusty house. We finish every sweep with a visual check of the firebox and damper so small issues get flagged while we're already there.
- Rotary and hand-brush cleaning matched to your flue type and size
- HEPA-filtered vacuum containment — no soot in your living room
- Firebox, damper, and smoke chamber visual check included
- Creosote glaze identification, with removal options if present
- Recommended annually for regular wood burners
Signs you're due for a sweep
- A campfire or smoky smell, especially in humid weather
- Smoke drifting into the room instead of drawing up the flue
- Visible black flakes or soot around the firebox opening
- It's been over a year since your last cleaning
- You just moved in and don't know the chimney's history
Diagnosis before any repair
Chimney Inspections — Level 1, 2, and 3
We follow the industry-standard three-level inspection framework, so you always know how thorough a given visit is and why.
| Level | What it covers | When it's needed |
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| Level 1 | Readily accessible portions of the chimney, flue, and connections; a basic check for soundness and blockages. | Annual maintenance for a chimney used regularly with no known issues. |
| Level 2 | Everything in Level 1, plus an internal video scan of the flue, attic, and crawlspace where accessible. | After a chimney fire, severe storm, or before buying/selling a home. |
| Level 3 | Everything in Level 2, plus removal of select building or chimney components to access concealed areas. | When a serious hazard is suspected and can't be confirmed any other way. |
Every inspection concludes with a written report and photos — documentation you can use for insurance claims, real estate transactions, or simply your own peace of mind.
Masonry & structural work
Chimney Repair & Rebuilding
Brick and mortar are durable, but Texas's freeze-thaw cycles and heavy summer heat take a real toll over the years. Small cracks let water in; water freezes, expands, and turns small cracks into spalling brick, leaning stacks, and eventually structural failure.
We repair chimneys at every stage of damage — from simple mortar repointing to full rebuilds above the roofline — and we match brick and mortar color wherever possible so repairs blend with your home's existing masonry rather than standing out.
- Tuckpointing and mortar joint repair
- Spalling and cracked brick replacement
- Leaning or settling chimney stabilization
- Partial and full above-roofline rebuilds
- Firebox and smoke chamber repair
Why small cracks don't stay small
Water that enters a hairline crack in brick or mortar freezes in winter and expands roughly 9% in volume. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles widen the crack each time, which is why a repair that looks cosmetic in October can become a structural problem by spring. Catching it early is almost always the cheaper path.
Safe, code-compliant venting
Relining & Chimney Liners
A flue liner protects your home's structure from heat and combustion byproducts, and it's required by code for a reason: an unlined or damaged flue lets heat transfer directly to nearby wood framing, and it lets carbon monoxide and other gases seep into places they shouldn't.
We install stainless steel liners for wood, gas, and oil appliances, along with cast-in-place liner systems for chimneys with structural flue damage that a simple insert liner can't fix. Every liner is sized to the connected appliance so it drafts properly and meets current code.
- Stainless steel liner installation for wood, gas, and oil systems
- Cast-in-place relining for structurally compromised flues
- Proper sizing to match appliance output and draft requirements
- Insulated liner options for improved efficiency and reduced creosote buildup
Signs your liner needs attention
- Visible cracks or gaps during a video scan inspection
- Pieces of tile liner found in the firebox or smoke chamber
- A chimney fire occurred, even a small one
- You're installing a new insert or changing fuel type
- Persistent smoke smell or poor draft with no other cause found
Your chimney's first line of defense
Chimney Cap & Crown Repair
The crown is the sloped concrete or mortar cap sealing the top of the masonry, and the cap is the mesh-covered cover over the flue opening. Together they're your chimney's roofline defense against rain, snowmelt, birds, squirrels, and embers escaping onto your roof.
A cracked crown is one of the most common sources of chimney leaks we find — and one of the least expensive to fix when caught early. A missing or rusted-out cap is one of the most common causes of animal intrusion calls we receive.
- Crown crack sealing and full crown replacement
- Custom stainless steel and copper cap fabrication and installation
- Spark arrestor mesh replacement
- Animal-proofing for squirrels, birds, and raccoons
Why cap and crown repair pays for itself
Most of the water damage we see inside a chimney — rusted dampers, stained ceilings, spalling interior brick — traces back to a cracked crown or missing cap. A repair that costs a few hundred dollars now routinely prevents a multi-thousand dollar rebuild later.
Prevention, not just repair
Chimney Waterproofing
Brick and mortar are porous by nature, which means they absorb water like a sponge — and in North Texas, where temperatures swing between summer heat and winter freezes, that absorbed water is what drives the spalling, cracking, and interior staining we get called out for most.
We apply a vapor-permeable waterproofing sealant that repels liquid water while still allowing the masonry to breathe and release trapped moisture vapor. That distinction matters: a non-breathable sealant can trap moisture inside the brick and actually accelerate damage.
- Vapor-permeable masonry sealant application
- Typically effective for 5-10 years depending on exposure
- Applied after repairs, not as a substitute for needed masonry work
- Reduces efflorescence (the white mineral staining on brick)
Is waterproofing worth it?
If your chimney already shows spalling brick, white staining, or interior water marks, waterproofing alone won't undo existing damage — repairs come first. But applied proactively on sound masonry, it's one of the most cost-effective things you can do to extend your chimney's life.
A quieter fire hazard
Dryer Vent Cleaning
Lint buildup inside dryer vents is one of the leading causes of residential house fires nationwide, and it's often overlooked because it hides inside the wall. A clogged vent also makes your dryer work harder, raising energy bills and shortening the appliance's lifespan.
Using the same experience we bring to chimney flues, we clear vent runs of lint, obstructions, and bird or rodent nesting, and check the exterior vent cap and hood for proper airflow.
- Full-length lint and debris removal
- Exterior vent cap and hood inspection
- Bird and rodent nest removal
- Recommended annually, more often for heavy household use
Warning signs of a clogged dryer vent
- Clothes take more than one cycle to fully dry
- The dryer or laundry room feels unusually hot during a cycle
- A burning smell while the dryer runs
- Little to no airflow felt at the outside vent hood
Available around the clock
24/7 Emergency Chimney Service
Some chimney problems can wait for a scheduled appointment. Others can't. If you're dealing with any of the following, call us immediately — day or night, we answer.
Chimney fire aftermath
Even a small chimney fire can crack a flue liner or weaken masonry invisibly. We inspect and stabilize before you use the fireplace again.
Storm & water damage
High winds and hail can crack crowns, dislodge caps, and open new leak paths. We tarp, stabilize, and schedule permanent repair fast.
Animal intrusion
Birds, squirrels, and raccoons get trapped in flues more often than you'd think. We remove them safely and seal the entry point.
Collapsed or leaning masonry
Visible leaning, falling brick, or a partial collapse is a structural emergency. We secure the area and assess the same day.
Sudden interior leaks
Water actively coming through the ceiling or wall near the chimney during a storm needs an immediate diagnosis, not a next-week appointment.
Suspected carbon monoxide risk
If your CO detector activates near a fireplace or vented appliance, stop using it and call us immediately for an emergency venting check.
Not sure which service you need?
Describe what you're seeing and we'll point you to the right fix — no guessing required.
Reach a real person, any hour of the day
Whether it's a routine sweep or an active emergency, the fastest way to reach us is by phone. Prefer to write it out? Use the form below and we'll follow up promptly.
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Contact Details
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Phone
(904) 664-2020 — answered 24 hours a day, every day
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Address
1353 Simpson Dr, Hurst, TX 76053, USA
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Hours
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — including holidays
Dealing with an active emergency?
Skip the form — call us directly and a technician will walk you through next steps immediately.
Where we work
Service area around Hurst, TX
Our home base at 1353 Simpson Dr puts us minutes from most of the Mid-Cities, with regular coverage across the wider Dallas-Fort Worth metro.
Hurst
Euless
Bedford
Fort Worth
Arlington
North Richland Hills
Colleyville
Grapevine
Before you reach out
Quick answers
How fast can someone come out?
For routine sweeping and inspections, we typically schedule within a few days. For marked emergencies — active leaks, storm damage, or suspected chimney fire damage — we prioritize same-day dispatch whenever possible.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. Inspections come with a written, itemized estimate for any recommended work before we proceed, and there's no obligation to book repairs through us if you'd like to compare quotes.
What areas do you actually cover?
We're based in Hurst, TX and regularly serve Euless, Bedford, Fort Worth, Arlington, North Richland Hills, Colleyville, and Grapevine. If you're just outside this list, call us — we can often still help.
Is the 24/7 line really answered by a person?
Yes. Call (904) 664-2020 any time, day or night, and you'll reach a live person who can advise on next steps and dispatch a technician for genuine emergencies.