Typical cost in Round Rock
Cladding a chimney is as much about the roof line and the top as the face you see. We cover the outside of a suitable chimney or chase with stone veneer, planning the roof junction and top finish at the same time. Flue problems and appliance changes are a job for a chimney specialist.
Our chimney work is mostly in Round Rock. If the house is in Hutto, Pflugerville, Georgetown or Cedar Park, include the address when you get in touch, and we'll let you know whether we can get to the chimney.
How the chimney is built and why it needs new cladding decide what needs checking before you choose a finish.
A framed chase needs the right layers behind the stone for its framing and for the weather it takes. We note the finish on it now and the surfaces above and below the roof line. We set the stone pattern, outside corners and finished thickness together, including where they meet the cover at the top. We don't assume a lightweight finish that's already there can simply be covered; we check the framing underneath and how the chosen stone has to attach.
If the old facing is loose or damaged, we look at why before choosing new stone. The job may mean taking it off, repairing the backing and stopping water getting in at the top or at the roof. New stone won't fix a bad chase cover or hidden rot by itself. The quote says what we will examine once the old facing is off, and we go over any extra work with you first.
A chimney can carry the same limestone as the house or stand out as an accent. We hold samples against your wall finish in daylight, with corner pieces and the joint we'd use. People see a chimney from several angles on the street, and close up from an upstairs window. We price every face, because a quote for the front only can leave out a lot of work on the sides and back.
A chimney is a wall that also goes through the roof, so we deal with both. Our quote says who does the flashing, counterflashing and top cover, and whether roofing around the chimney has to come up to do them. It also covers the access equipment, protection for the roof around it and putting things back once the stone is on. Please don't climb on the roof to measure; photos from the ground and any chimney assessment you have are better. The stone also has to meet the rules for the chimney and the appliance it serves. We do the outside stone only. Rebuilding masonry, firebox work, flue repair and indoor fireplace remodeling are separate jobs. That way our quote covers the same job as any other you get.
Take ground-level photos of every side you can see, and of the roof junction and top cover if you can do it safely. Mention the current cladding, known leaks and any inspection findings.
Call (737) 210-7774