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Dallas–Fort Worth · NFPA 211 · Level 1–3

Built to theStandard.

Pass/Fail Verdicts, In Writing

Every visit runs on a written NFPA 211 checklist, and every verdict comes back as a photo-documented pass/fail report — standard turnaround, 48 hours. If we call something a defect, you'll see it measured and cited, not just hear about it.

A person answers 7 AM to midnight. No phone-quote guessing.

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Who We Are

Chimney Work You Can Verify

Chimney Standard runs every visit on a written NFPA 211 checklist — flue, crown, cap, flashing, clearances, the same sequence every time. Each checkpoint gets a pass or fail against written criteria, and every fail gets a photo and a citation.

The name is new; the field time isn't. Our inspectors and the licensed & insured contractors we work with bring 15+ years on Texas roofs and flues. You'll have the full written report within 48 hours — and if your chimney passes, we say so and leave.

48h
Report Turnaround
15+
Years of Field Work
NFPA 211
Checklist Basis
What We Do

Every Service, One Checklist

Inspections, sweeps, repairs, liners, caps — each one scoped against NFPA 211 and closed out with photos. Questions first? (XXX) XXX-XXXX

3D Anatomy

See Your Fireplace — Inside & Out.

Drag to rotate · scroll to zoom · click any component to see what it does and what fails. Switch between wood and gas appliance modes.

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Compare

Two services, side by side.

Pick two and compare scope, duration, and starting price. The inspection report settles what your chimney actually needs — this narrows the shortlist first.

Service A

Level 1 Chimney Inspection

$129starting
Service B
Same

Level 2 Chimney Inspection

$129starting
Starting Price
$129
$129
Duration
45–90 min
45–90 min
What it is
The annual baseline check NFPA 211 calls for.
Camera-scanned. Required at sale, after fires or changes.
Warranty
1-year workmanship
1-year workmanship
Standard applied
NFPA 211 · IRC · UL listings
NFPA 211 · IRC · UL listings
Still unsure? Book the inspection

NFPA 211 checklist on-site · pass/fail report in 48h · you decide from there

Industry standards we operate under
NFPA 211Inspection Standard
IRCCode Reference
UL 1777Liner Spec
3-2-10Termination Rule
1/8 INCreosote Threshold
48HReport Turnaround
Why Choose Us

Built on a Checklist, Not a Sales Pitch.

Every visit follows the same written NFPA 211 sequence, and every verdict comes back photographed and cited. Our team brings 15+ years of field work to DFW flues — the brand is new, the checklist isn't.

Our story
01

Reliable and On Time

Count on Chimney Standard to show up when promised. We value your time and deliver prompt, dependable service every visit.

Our promise to you
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We Return Phone Calls

Your concerns matter. We're committed to responsive communication — expect timely callbacks and clear, helpful support when you need it.

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Owner on Every Job

At Chimney Standard, the owner takes part in every project, ensuring top-quality workmanship and a personal touch from start to finish.

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Trained, Knowledgeable, and Certified

Trust the pros. Our technicians are certified, highly skilled, and backed by over 10 years of experience in chimney inspections, repairs, and safety.

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Old-Time Service

We believe in classic values — integrity, craftsmanship, and customer respect — blended with the care only a seasoned team like ours can deliver.

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Modern Approaches

We stay ahead with advanced tools and techniques to ensure safer, cleaner, and more efficient chimney solutions for your home.

Ready to talk?
Flat-fee inspection. Written verdict. Your call from there.
How It Works

One Written Sequence, Start to Closeout.

The same five steps run on a routine sweep or a full reline. Here's what each one produces — and what you're holding when it's done.

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Book

Call (XXX) XXX-XXXX or use the form. A person answers 7 AM to midnight, confirms your flat inspection fee up front, and books the visit.

No phone quotes — we haven't seen your chimney yet.

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Schedule

Same-week slots across DFW. We confirm an arrival window when you book and text before we roll, so you know who's coming and when.

Morning, afternoon, or evening slots.

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Inspect & Report

The visit runs on a written NFPA 211 checklist. Every checkpoint gets a pass or fail, every fail gets a photo and a citation — full report within 48 hours.

If it all passes, that's the whole job.

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Quote & Repair

Quotes map line by line to documented defects, and you can approve any subset. Work runs with licensed & insured contractors against that written spec.

Nothing lands on an invoice that isn't in the report.

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Verify & Close Out

Finished work gets checked against the same criteria that flagged it, photographed, and filed with your report. You keep the paperwork.

Before-and-after photos, keyed to findings.

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Off-season window

The Chimney Can Wait — The Vent, Ducts and Attic Cost You Now

While the fireplace sleeps, three other systems are working against your summer bill: a dryer vent baking lint behind stalled airflow, ducts leaking a third of the cooling you pay for, and an under-insulated attic running the AC all afternoon. We arrive with anemometers and a HEPA-contained process and hand you the before/after number that proves the recovery.

No-pressure inspection, plain-language report, honest recommendation — you keep the photos and the findings whether or not you book a repair.

Cost estimator

Get a ballpark in 10 seconds.

Pick a service, tell us about your chimney, see a realistic price range. A real, written quote with photos is always free and always more accurate.

Estimated range
$130$210
For Level 1 Chimney Inspection · Inspections
This is a ballpark, not a quote. Final price depends on access, materials, and what we find on inspection.
Free written quote with photos before any work begins. No pressure.
Estimates exclude permits, scaffolding, and emergency surcharges. DFW homes only.
Plan your visit

Open every day: 7 AM to midnight

Same-week openings are common across DFW. Pick the day that suits you and a real person confirms your exact window by phone — we answer 7am–midnight daily.

Lines open daily
7 AM – 12 AM
Every day, including Sunday · 24/7 emergency response (subject to crew availability)
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The reckoning

Two paths.
One produces a report.

Nothing against careful DIY — plenty of it holds up. The difference is what you can prove afterward. Here's the delta, factor by factor.

Path A · DIY

Save now.
Pay later.

  • $200–$800 in tools you'll use twice
  • Hours of YouTube + code research
  • Mortar/crown/flashing failures = repair compounds
  • Insurance claim refused (no documentation)
  • Personal liability if you fall or damage the home
Risk score: 86 / 100
Path B · Chimney Standard

Pay once.
Hold the proof.

  • Flat inspection fee confirmed before the visit
  • Written NFPA 211 checklist on every job
  • Photo-documented pass/fail report in 48 hours
  • Quotes that trace line by line to findings
  • Repairs run with licensed & insured contractors
Risk score: 5 / 100
Risk Meters — Each Factor Quantified

Six factors, measured the same way.

Safety
Δ 77pt risk delta
DIY
85
PCE
8
Insurance Claim Approval
Δ 87pt risk delta
DIY
92
PCE
5
Code Compliance
Δ 75pt risk delta
DIY
78
PCE
3
Personal Liability
Δ 91pt risk delta
DIY
95
PCE
4
Time Cost
Δ 53pt risk delta
DIY
65
PCE
12
Warranty
Δ 100pt risk delta
DIY
100
PCE
0
Cost Reveal

Drag the horizon. Watch DIY's cost catch up.

Horizon5 years
Likely failure by year 5: Flue tile failure / chimney fire risk · 58% chance for DIY-maintained chimney
DIY Expected
Equipment + failure repair
$2,330
Includes $300 baseline tools/time + 58% × $3,500 repair risk
Chimney Standard Standard Plan
Annual sweep + inspection
$995
$199/year × 5 years · inspected and documented annually
The Plan Saves You
$1,335
Over 5 years
The Verdict

DIY saves money right up until the report matters.

Flat-fee inspection, written pass/fail verdict — and the findings are yours either way.

Our Work

See The Before & After

We document every job with before-and-after photos. No stock images — real chimneys, real DFW homes, real results. Drag the slider to compare.

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After
Before
Crown Repair· Plano, TX

Full Crown Rebuild

Spalled, cracked crown rebuilt with a code-compliant overhang and proper drip edge.

Financing Available

From $208/Month
At 0.00% APR

Spread the cost of major chimney work across 12–48 months. Soft credit check, instant decision — checking your rate never touches your score.

0% APR
12-month plans
12–48 mo
Flexible terms
Soft Check
No score impact
Estimate your monthly
Term length
Monthly
$208
APR
0.00%
Total
$2500

Estimate only. Subject to credit approval. Actual terms vary with credit score and partner availability.

Membership Program

The Standard Plan

$19.99/mo

or $240 billed annually — same total, one invoice
  • Annual Level 1 inspection + sweep ($248 value)
  • Priority scheduling — front of the line
  • 10% off all repairs & parts
  • Free annual cap & crown inspection
  • Emergency response priority
  • Cancel anytime — no contract
Join the Standard Plan
Insurance Claim Experience

We work with every major carrier.

Photo documentation in the exact format adjusters expect. Most claims approved on first submission.

State FarmAllstateUSAALiberty MutualFarmersTravelersNationwideProgressive
Credentials

Standards named, work checkable.

No badge graphics you can't verify. These are the written standards our work is checked against — and every report shows the citation behind each verdict.

Inspect-before-quote
written warranty
NFPA 211 checklists · 48-hour written reports · licensed & insured contractors

NFPA 211

National Fire Protection Association

The standard every inspection checklist is built from

IRC Venting Rules

International Residential Code

Clearances, terminations, and hearth dimensions checked to code

UL 1777 Liners

UL relining system listing

The spec we size and verify liner installs against

48-Hour Reports

Standard turnaround

Photo-documented pass/fail, formatted to forward

1/8-Inch Threshold

NFPA 211 creosote trigger

We measure depth before recommending any sweep

Licensed & Insured

Repair contractors

Every repair runs with licensed & insured contractors

Coverage Explorer

Local Crews Across
The DFW Metroplex

Click a pin on the map or pick a city below. Every metro shows real coverage tier, neighborhoods we serve, and recent jobs completed.

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Plano

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Neighborhoods we serve
West PlanoLegacyWillow BendDeerfieldRussell CreekBishop RidgeCuster ParkHunters Glen+2 more →
Recent jobs in Plano
  • Crown Rebuild2 days ago
  • Annual Sweep3 days ago
  • Cap Replacement5 days ago
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Same-day service window. Top metros, multiple techs daily.
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Same-Week
Same-week scheduling. Major DFW cities, weekly route.
T3
1–2 Weeks
1–2 week scheduling. Extended cities, monthly route.
Not in the grid above?
Call (XXX) XXX-XXXX — if it's DFW, we cover it.
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Refer a friend

Send us a neighbor.
Both of you win.

Most referral programs give both sides a "discount" you'll never use. Ours doesn't — you get cash back on what you already paid us, and your neighbor gets a completely free chimney sweep. Real money. Real value. No fine print.

Total value per referral
$199 — split between you and your neighbor
Your reward

Cash Back
to You

$50real money

Refunded to your original payment method. If you paid $100 for a sweep, you get $50 back in your bank within 7 days of your neighbor's completed visit.

  • Real refund — not future credit
  • Paid back to your card / Zelle / check
  • Unlimited referrals — keep stacking
Their reward

Free Basic Sweep
for Your Neighbor

FREE$149 value

Full basic chimney sweep at zero cost. Soot/creosote removal, Level 1 visual inspection, HEPA cleanup, photo report. Everything a paying customer gets — no catches, no surprise fees.

  • Complete service — not a teaser
  • Same checklist, same crew standard
  • Tech only RECOMMENDS extras — never sells on-site
How it works
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Step 01
Friend Books
Your neighbor calls us and mentions your name when scheduling.
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Step 02
Free Basic Sweep
We perform a complete basic chimney sweep at no charge — $149 value.
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Step 03
$50 Refund to You
We refund $50 against the service you already paid us for. Real money — not credit.
No Pressure
Technician recommends additional work only if needed. No on-site upsell. Ever.
Quality First
Your neighbor gets the same NFPA 211 checklist and written report every paying customer receives.
Ready to send your first referral?
Drop us your name + your neighbor's contact and we take it from there.

Eligibility: referred neighbor must be new to Chimney Standard (no prior service). Limit: free basic sweep on first referral; subsequent referrals continue to earn you $50 cash back each. Refund issued within 7 days of neighbor's completed inspection. Refund void if neighbor cancels or no-shows. No on-site upsell — technician only recommends additional work in writing.

15+
Years in the field
NFPA 211
Checklist
48h
Written report
< 2hr
Response
Ready when you are

Get it inspected. Get it in writing.

Flat fee confirmed when you book. Same-week scheduling. A pass/fail verdict within 48 hours.

Licensed & Insured Same-Week Scheduling Photo-Documented Findings
Emergency

24/7 Response

Chimney fire, storm hit, active leak, or a flue you're not sure about? We answer 7 AM to midnight and the assessment ends in a written safe-to-use verdict — including a do-not-use notice when the evidence supports one. After-hours dispatch runs subject to crew availability.

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