Stratford, NJ and nearby towns
Chimney Services Stratford, NJ
Pick the problem closest to yours to see what the work involves. Call (856) 441-8084 and describe the problem to a chimney sweep.
Chimney Sweeping
- Chimney CleaningBrushing and vacuuming the buildup from fireplace and stove chimneys of every kind, so the flue drafts well and burns safely.
- Chimney InspectionA top to bottom check of the chimney, inside and outside so you know whether it is safe to light a fire.
- Creosote RemovalBreaking down and clearing creosote buildup of every stage with brushes, rotary tools or chemical treatments.
- Fireplace CleaningCleaning ash, soot and debris out of the firebox, damper, smoke shelf, grate and glass doors, so it is ready for the next fire.
- Chimney Animal RemovalGetting wildlife and debris out of chimneys and flues, with the timing and method matched to the animal.
- Chimney Odor RemovalRemoving chimney odors at the source instead of covering them up whether the smell shows up in summer heat or after rain.
Masonry Repair
- Chimney RepairRepairs for the masonry, crown, flashing and flue of a damaged chimney, matched to what an inspection actually finds.
- Chimney Leak RepairFinding and stopping water that gets in through the crown, cap, flashing or brick, before the water rots framing or ruins the flue.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepairing the metal seal between the chimney and the roof, to stop leaks at the roof line for good.
- Chimney Crown RepairFixing cracked, thin or crumbling chimney crowns, with a proper overhang and drip edge.
- Chimney Masonry RepairFixing the brick, stone and mortar that hold a chimney together, with materials matched to the original masonry.
- Chimney TuckpointingReplacing crumbling mortar between chimney bricks, before loose brick starts to shift.
- Chimney RebuildingTaking down failing masonry and rebuilding the chimney with new brick, flue, crown and flashing, when patching no longer makes sense.
- Chimney WaterproofingWaterproofing masonry chimneys with vapor-permeable repellents, not paint, to slow freeze-thaw damage and spalling.
- Chimney Fire Damage RepairInspecting and repairing a chimney after a flue fire before anyone lights another fire in it.
- Firebox RepairRepairing cracked firebrick, open mortar joints and worn refractory panels so the fire stays contained inside the masonry.
- Smoke Chamber RepairParging stepped brick, filling open joints and rebuilding the smoke shelf in older masonry fireplaces that were never finished smooth.
Chimney Parts
- Chimney Cap InstallationFitting a metal cap over the top of the flue sized to the flue tile or the whole crown.
- Chimney Liner InstallationPutting a new liner in the flue for safer venting and a stronger draft.
- Chimney Liner RepairRepairing cracked clay flue tiles, open joints and damaged liners with resurfacing, joint repair or partial replacement.
- Chase Cover ReplacementReplacing rusted or leaking chase covers with sloped tops and drip edges that shed water.
- Chimney Damper RepairFixing stuck, rusted or warped chimney dampers or replacing them with a top sealing damper.
Fireplace Service
- Fireplace RepairFixing fireplaces that smoke, leak heat or show cracked masonry so they burn cleanly and safely again.
- Gas Fireplace RepairDiagnosing pilot, igniter, valve and venting faults on gas fireplaces, including direct vent, B-vent and vent-free units.
- Fireplace Insert InstallationInsert installation for drafty, inefficient open fireplaces, with the chimney inspected before anything goes in.
- Wood Stove RepairRepair for wood stoves that smoke, leak air or burn too hot, so the stove burns clean and controllable again.
- Wood Stove InstallationInstalling freestanding wood stoves with the right clearances, hearth and venting, following the stove manual and local code.
- Pellet Stove RepairPellet stove repair for feed, ignition and venting problems, with the burn pot, exhaust path and vent cleaned along the way.
Vent Cleaning
Not sure which service you need? Call and describe it
(856) 441-8084Chimney help in Stratford
The chimney sweep will tell you what the job takes once they have looked at the chimney.
(856) 441-8084
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