"From start to finish, Chimney Operations was professional. They showed up on time, knew exactly what to look for, and explained everything clearly. Very reasonable pricing for the quality of work."
Michael R.
Chimney Inspection
Hot seasonal deals — limited spots
Claim SpotA fireplace that smokes into the room, will not close or has cracked firebrick is not safe to use. Chimney Operations repairs fireboxes, dampers and smoke chambers in New Braunfels homes so the fireplace draws properly again. Around here weekend fires in homes that are used seasonally or rented out.
Chimney Operations provides fireplace repair for homes in New Braunfels and the rest of Comal County, working in the area since 2013. Every visit starts with an on-site evaluation, so you get a plain explanation of what is failing and what it takes to fix it before any work begins. Call 210-401-3967 for a free estimate in New Braunfels.
Serving New Braunfels and Comal County since 2013.
Leaks, masonry, crowns, caps, flashing and rebuilds.
We evaluate before recommending any repair.
Repairs built to hold up to Texas weather.
Fireplace repairs in New Braunfels reflect how these homes are actually used — weekend fires in homes that are used seasonally or rented out. In century-old Gruene and downtown homes alongside fast-growing Veramendi subdivisions that means firebox joints opening up and dampers seizing, and with soft historic brick with lime mortar on older homes and thin brick veneer on new ones behind the firebox the smoke chamber often needs attention at the same time. We diagnose draft before recommending any parts.
Cracked firebox mortar joints and stuck dampers are what we see most in New Braunfels. Heat opens the joints between firebricks year after year, and a rusted damper eventually seizes open — which also lets conditioned air straight out of the house.
Smoking fireplaces in Comal County homes usually come down to draft: a blocked flue, an undersized smoke chamber or a modern airtight house that starves the fire of makeup air. We diagnose which one it is before recommending work.
Before the first cold snap is the right time to book in New Braunfels, where weekend fires in homes that are used seasonally or rented out. The calendar fills quickly once temperatures drop.



Cracked firebrick and mortar joints repaired with refractory materials. Common on soft historic brick with lime mortar on older homes and thin brick veneer on new ones in New Braunfels.
Seized or rusted dampers replaced, including top-sealing models.
Parged and smoothed so the fireplace drafts correctly. Sized for low-slope composition roofs and prefab metal chases on the newer side of town.
We find the real reason a fireplace smokes into the room.
Fireplace Repair often uncovers other issues on New Braunfels chimneys. These are the repairs we most often carry out alongside it.

Full creosote removal and sweeping
Chimney Cleaning in New Braunfels
Level 1 and Level 2 inspections
Chimney Inspection in New Braunfels
Partial and full chimney rebuilds
Chimney Rebuild in New BraunfelsReach us by phone or send the form and we schedule a time.
We inspect the chimney system and identify what is failing.
You get a plain explanation of the findings and your options.
Approved work completed, area left clean.
"From start to finish, Chimney Operations was professional. They showed up on time, knew exactly what to look for, and explained everything clearly. Very reasonable pricing for the quality of work."
Michael R.
Chimney Inspection
"So glad I found this company! I had a frustrating leak coming from my chimney. They came out, gave a fair estimate, and didn't try to upsell me on stuff I didn't need. The whole process was stress-free."
Brett
Chimney Leak Repair
"They protected our floors and furniture, cleaned up after themselves, and left the chimney spotless. The technician was respectful and answered all my questions. Highly recommend in San Antonio."
Sarah T.
Chimney Cleaning
"Our chimney was in rough shape. Chimney Operations rebuilt it above the roofline and matched the brick beautifully. The crew was hardworking and the final result looks great. True craftsmen."
David L.
Chimney Rebuild
"Fast response and quality installation. The stainless cap fits perfectly and looks much better than the old rusty one. Great communication from the first phone call to completion."
Jennifer K.
Chimney Cap Installation
"Honest, local, and professional. They fixed our fireplace issue quickly and the pricing was transparent. It's hard to find reliable chimney service in San Antonio, but these guys deliver."
Robert M.
Fireplace Repair
Cracked firebox joints and stuck dampers, mostly in century-old Gruene and downtown homes alongside fast-growing Veramendi subdivisions, where the pattern is weekend fires in homes that are used seasonally or rented out. Smoking complaints here usually come down to draft rather than a damaged firebox.
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