Chimney Relining in Houston, TX
A damaged or missing chimney liner is a serious safety hazard. ChimmerJim installs stainless steel flexible and rigid liner systems that meet NFPA 211 standards, restore draft performance, and protect your home from heat transfer and CO migration. Serving The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Katy and the wider Houston, TX Metro.
- Signs you need this: Cracked or broken clay tile liner visible on camera
- Signs you need this: A new insert or appliance is being installed
- Signs you need this: Poor draft — smoke enters the room
- Signs you need this: Previous chimney fire that may have cracked the liner
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About Chimney Relining
A damaged or missing chimney liner is a serious safety hazard. ChimmerJim installs stainless steel flexible and rigid liner systems that meet NFPA 211 standards, restore draft performance, and protect your home from heat transfer and CO migration.
Duration: 1 day
Signs You Need Relining
- Cracked or broken clay tile liner visible on camera
- A new insert or appliance is being installed
- Poor draft — smoke enters the room
- Previous chimney fire that may have cracked the liner
- Inspector recommended relining
- Chimney was built before 1980 (may be unlined)
Why Chimney Liners Fail
Most homes built before 1940 have clay tile liners that were designed to last 50 years. Freeze-thaw cycles, chimney fires, and acid condensation from gas appliances crack tiles over time. A cracked liner allows combustion gases and heat to contact surrounding wood framing — a potential cause of house fires.
Stainless Steel vs. Clay Tile
Stainless steel liners — especially 316L alloy — are resistant to acid, heat, and moisture. They outlast clay tiles by decades, fit both straight and offset flues, and are code-compliant with NFPA 211. Rigid stainless is ideal for straight flues; flexible stainless handles offsets and bends.
How Our Chimney Relining Works
Simple, professional, and mess-free from start to finish.
Level 2 inspection
Camera inspection confirms liner condition before any relining work.
System sizing
We calculate the correct liner diameter for your appliance's BTU output.
Liner selection
We recommend flexible or rigid stainless steel based on your flue shape.
Old liner removal
Where needed, broken tile sections are removed or stabilized.
Liner installation
New stainless liner is lowered and secured with proper top and bottom terminations.
Insulation (if required)
Gas appliances often require insulated liner wrap for efficiency and code.
Connection & test
The liner is connected to the appliance and draft-tested before sign-off.
Why Houston, TX Homeowners Choose ChimmerJim
50,000+ families have trusted ChimmerJim for safe, clean chimneys.
NFPA 211 Certified
Our technicians are certified to the NFPA 211 standard — the national code for chimney safety.
Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed and insured in every state we serve. Your home is protected on every visit.
Same-Day & Next-Day
We keep slots open for urgent calls. Most customers get an appointment within 24 hours.
Upfront, Flat Pricing
No surprise invoices. You receive a written quote before any work begins.
4.9-Star Rated
Over 500 verified reviews from homeowners across our 23 service markets.
Local Technicians
Real neighborhood technicians who know your area's climate and home styles.
What Homeowners Are Saying
ChimmerJim was at my house within 24 hours. They cleaned the full flue, found a cracked tile I didn't know about, and gave me a clear repair quote. Professional from start to finish.
David M.
Houston, TX
Used them for a Level 2 inspection before closing on our home. The report was detailed with photos and the inspector was patient explaining everything. Highly recommend.
Sarah K.
Washington, DC
Fast, clean, and honest. No upsells, no scare tactics — just a thorough sweep and a real inspection. The price matched the quote exactly. Will use every year.
Mike T.
Chicago, IL
My gas fireplace had a pilot light issue. ChimmerJim diagnosed it immediately, replaced the thermocouple, and had it working the same visit. Great service.
Jennifer L.
Austin, TX
Crown was cracked and leaking water into the firebox. They repaired it in one afternoon and applied waterproofing. Two years later, still no leaks.
Robert W.
Boston, MA
I scheduled a dryer vent cleaning after noticing clothes taking forever to dry. After ChimmerJim came out, the difference was immediate. Should have done this years ago.
Angela R.
Seattle, WA
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