Chimney services · Houston, TX · reviewed since 2023
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%99+68.5Reliability 31%100+30.8Experts Score= 99Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#4 of 22 fireplace installation & repairiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 86%
5.0★★★★★181 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Customers report that technicians handle chimney cleaning, repairs, and inspections with punctuality and thoroughness. Reviews highlight clear communication, reasonable pricing, and the absence of high-pressure sales tactics, with staff often providing detailed estimates and photos. The company maintains a 5/5 rating from 181 reviews, and the owner replied to 60% of them. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 181 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 181 Google reviews (164 with written comments, 40 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 60% of reviews.
Score profile vs other fireplace installation & repair
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: reliability and momentum; weakest: satisfaction.
Texas Family Chimney CareFireplace Installation & Repair median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Texas Family Chimney Care: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Texas Family Chimney Care: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
100
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 94.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Texas Family Chimney Care: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 86.–
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Star ratings
181 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars18099%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 164 written reviews
99%praise
Praise39499%
Complaints31%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude9724%
Quality & results8622%
Would recommend6416%
Speed & response6316%
Price & value379%
Communication359%
Honesty & trust154%
What customers talk about
We read 164 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I’m pleased with the professional services they provided.”
“Texas Family Chimney’s technician did a fantastic job making it look new and useable again!”
“…d was able to clean out the biohazards (and make my house smell less terrible) as well as perform maintenance.…”
“I highly recommend this company for ALL fireplace and chimney needs!”
“He was friendly, professional, punctual and fun too!”
“The price was reasonable and their work was impeccable.”
“Punctual, great communication, and very reasonable inspection costs!”
“Very trustworthy company and I would absolutely hire them again!”
People customers mention
Joe11 reviews
Michelle11 reviews
Noam6 reviews
Mecha3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Grady2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
My fireplace and chimney were in horrible condition. Cleaning was definitely needed but restoration was required before I could safely use it again. Texas Family Chimney’s technician did a fantastic job making it look new and useable again! I’m pleased with the professional services they provided. I highly…
LauraLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
Joe was amazing, he went above and beyond to repair our gas fireplace vent and ensure the outside vent could not allow birds to enter. He was friendly, professional, punctual and fun too! He let my granddaughter take her temperature (and the dog's too) with his heat measuring tool.
HIGHLY recommend this company!
DavidLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
I called 3 chimney repair companies for estimates to evaluate my 1950's chimney. All 3 seemed qualified and had excellent reviews. All 3 quotes were fairly close to each other.I chose Texas Family Chimney Care because they included some additional work for the a similar price. Joe completed the job in 2 days and…
1959cattyLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
My chimney was leaking and needed to be totally redone. Texas Family Chimney came out, did a very thorough inspection. Then I got a very detailed estimate of everything they were going to do. The price was reasonable and their work was impeccable. The owners were here every day to supervise and inspect the on going…
Huey7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
I must say it went very timely and precise, work steady with a vision of perfection!! Very happy With the finish job. It’s a great feeling to work with an honest team and company.
Thank you
Huey Smith
Brittney12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
This company was amazing. Great prices and Joe was very knowledgeable and friendly. I definitely would recommend this company.
My fireplace and chimney were in horrible condition. Cleaning was definitely needed but restoration was required before I could safely use it again. Texas Family Chimney’s technician did a fantastic job making it look new and useable again! I’m pleased with the professional services they provided. I highly recommend this company for ALL fireplace and chimney needs! They are the BEST!!!!
Response from the owner · a week ago
Grady! We appreciate your wonderful review so much.
As a family owned business, this means the world to us, knowing that you’re happy with the work we’ve done restoring your Fireplace and Chimney. Thank you for trusting us and we wish you a wonderful winter.
LauraLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Joe was amazing, he went above and beyond to repair our gas fireplace vent and ensure the outside vent could not allow birds to enter. He was friendly, professional, punctual and fun too! He let my granddaughter take her temperature (and the dog's too) with his heat measuring tool.
HIGHLY recommend this company!
Response from the owner · a week ago
Laura, thank you for your kind words and for trusting us with your vent and chimney needs.
We always say, if Joe wasn’t a chimney technician, he was definitely a kindergartner teacher:)
David WLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I called 3 chimney repair companies for estimates to evaluate my 1950's chimney. All 3 seemed qualified and had excellent reviews. All 3 quotes were fairly close to each other.I chose Texas Family Chimney Care because they included some additional work for the a similar price. Joe completed the job in 2 days and cleaned up before he left both days. They repair looks great and with a stainless cap, should last longer than I do.
Response from the owner · a week ago
David we are so glad you chose us to do your chimney work! It was a pleasure meeting you and getting your chimney all cleaned up.
Cheers, Joe & Michelle
1959cattyLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews 1959catty has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My chimney was leaking and needed to be totally redone. Texas Family Chimney came out, did a very thorough inspection. Then I got a very detailed estimate of everything they were going to do. The price was reasonable and their work was impeccable. The owners were here every day to supervise and inspect the on going work. They were done in a very reasonable time frame. They were also very thorough on their cleanup when the work was finished. Very trustworthy company and I would absolutely hire them again!
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Cathy, it was so nice meeting you (and your sweet dogs) thank you for trusting us with your chimney and for your amazing review! We had an awesome time working on your chimney and enjoyed the view, too!
Huey Smith7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Huey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I must say it went very timely and precise, work steady with a vision of perfection!! Very happy With the finish job. It’s a great feeling to work with an honest team and company.
Thank you
Huey Smith
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Huey, it was such a pleasure working with you.
We hope you enjoy your beautiful Fireplace.
Thank you for trusting us!
Texas family Chimney care team :)
Karie ThorntonLocal Guide · 61 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Karie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Joe came to our house to look at our fireplace and chimney and immediately put me at ease. He did not try to upsell or use high pressure sales tactics and was upfront and honest. I could tell he was very passionate about chimneys, which is the EXACT person you want working on your chimney! Michelle is also extremely nice and was very quick to respond when I had a question. They did not ask me to write this review. I have worked with a couple of other chimney companies that come in with a shop vac and end up making a big sooty mess of your house and/or try to upsell you or tell you that you need a full replacement or your house will burn down. No one needs that. Call Texas Family Chimney. You want someone in your house who knows what they're doing when it comes to your chimney and is honest. We had a leak next to the chimney and Texas Family Chimney replaced the siding, chase cover and chase cap.
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Karie,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. Reviews like yours truly mean the world to our family and our team. We built Texas Family Chimney Care on honesty, quality workmanship, and treating people the way we would want our own family treated, so hearing that Joe helped put you at ease and that you felt no pressure throughout the process is incredibly rewarding.
We are especially grateful for your kind words about both Joe and Michelle. It was our pleasure to help resolve the leak and complete the siding, chase cover, and chimney cap replacement. Thank you for trusting us with your home and for recognizing the care and passion we put into our work every day.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your support and recommendation. Customers like you are the reason we love what we do.
– Michelle, Joe, and the Texas Family Chimney Care Team ❤️🏠🔥
Leah Gonsoulin4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Leah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
After dealing with a persistent chimney leak and hiring two different companies that couldn’t identify or fix the problem, we were beyond frustrated. Thankfully, Texas Family Chimney Care came to the rescue.
Maynor was incredibly thorough, professional, and determined to find the source of the leak. Unlike the previous companies, he didn’t just apply a quick fix and hope for the best. He carefully inspected everything and discovered that the flashing around our chimney had been improperly sealed by a previous contractor.
Maynor resealed all of the flashing correctly and took the time to ensure the job was done right. Since then, the leak has completely stopped. His attention to detail, honesty, and commitment to solving the problem were outstanding.
If you’re dealing with a chimney leak or need chimney work done, I highly recommend Texas Family Chimney Care. They succeeded where two other companies failed, and we’re extremely grateful for their expertise and persistence.
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you so much, Leah, for taking the time to share your experience. We know how frustrating it can be to deal with an ongoing leak, especially after multiple repair attempts, so we're grateful you trusted us to take another look.
We're thrilled that Maynor was able to identify the root cause and provide a lasting solution. He truly takes pride in doing things the right way, and your kind words about his thoroughness, honesty, and attention to detail mean a lot to our entire team.
Thank you again for choosing Texas Family Chimney Care and for recommending us. It was our pleasure to help, and we're always here if you need anything in the future!
– Michelle & the Texas Family Chimney Care Team
Brittney Morrone12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brittney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great experience with Michelle and Joe, the owners.
Timely, attentive, and professional.
Provided pics, candid in providing needed services, vs. repairs that are not urgent.
They were informative and not pushing for a sale.
Will use again.