Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Excellent! Dave is very knowledgeable and knew what was wrong with the pellet stove. I wish this company had installed my stove. I would recommend this company."
+36
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"As a fact all home owners know that Chimney sweeps or the chimney companies have the worst reputation of being crooks! No one is going to go up on to the roof to follow the Chimney guy to see what they are doing or if they are even telling you the truth about what's wrong with your chimney. Having said all that, I very highly recommend this company because from the time I made the appointment to the time the work was completed it was a wonderful experience. The cost was most reasonable and most of all very honest:) I say this because I had 7 estimates from different chimney companies for the same work and every one of them had a different price quote and one chimney guy actually went up to the chimney and started pealing the existing clay chimney liner and threw some down the chimney and some on to the lawn just to get a chimney liner work from me. Certified Chimney not only cleaned up the mess and blockage created by the other guy but did the job for less than what the other guy wanted. The work was clean perfect and I couldn't have asked for a better all around work that was done by Certified Chimney people the true professionals:) the work involved placing a double wall stainless steel chimney liner cutting open the wall in the house by the furnace resealing it as well as opening up the brick work on the outside wall of the chimney and finishing the brick and cement work outside. I thank them very much."
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They came in and recommended to upgrade our fireplace by putting stainless steel through the flue going directly to the wood burning stove we have. Job was done that quick but I did not like the finish. They ended up needing me to repaint and plaster my walling."
+152
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
"Honestly impressed with the whole experience. Good communication, fair pricing, and the fireplace is finally working safely again after the repairs."
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Company agreed to clean creasote in fireplace over the phone. On arrival, workers said they didn't do that kind of work. Also arrived after 5pm which was outside the predicted range. Otherwise, they were fast and efficient."
+14
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He did a grrrrrreat job cleaning the pellet stove but really was not qualified to fix it, and did not."
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: Super punctual
"NICK. The owner of the company was great. He did the work on repairing the old brick chimney and did some repair on a 2nd cement block chimney I use for a pellet stove and no extra charge. He was on time and did the repair very quick no mess left behind. I will tell anyone who needs chimney repair done to hire Nick.."
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1988
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Adrian was great. Sent him a picture of what I needed, then gave me a quote, came next day and finished the job same day. Very professional and left everything clean. Fireplace brick looks great! Thanks again."
+4
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Hired Ben to install a patio and stone gas grill stand for our yard. He and his team put the patio and grill stand in one week time. They came when they said and finished in a timely manner."
+16
Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Had 2 fireplace flues sweeped and a flue insert installed on my furnace chimney. Great service. Thank you Mike and Scott."
Start with a professional inspection. If damage is limited to a few bricks or the crown, a targeted repair helps keep costs and disruption to a minimum. Severe leaning, widespread mortar failure, or major fire damage usually signals it’s time for a complete teardown and rebuild. Your contractor will outline both price tags, but remember that rebuilding a failing stack is often cheaper than repeated patch jobs and the water leaks or fire hazards they allow.
Cracks provide water with an easy path into the masonry, weakening the bricks and mortar and increasing the risk of collapse or fire. Gaps can also let hot gases and sparks escape into attic spaces. Call a chimney pro as soon as you see cracking so they can seal small joints or recommend a larger rebuild before minor damage turns into a costly emergency.
Smoke rolling back into the room often indicates a blocked flue, a broken damper, or a drafting issue. Have a sweep inspect the damper, flue liner, and any obstructions right away. Most fixes involve clearing debris, repairing the liner, or adjusting the damper so the fireplace pulls air correctly. Don’t light another fire until a professional pinpoints the cause and confirms your system is venting safely.
Most policies cover chimney repairs caused by a sudden, covered event, such as lightning, a fallen tree, or a house fire. They won’t cover damage that stems from neglected maintenance or everyday wear. Review your policy or contact your agent before scheduling work to determine what documentation your insurer requires and what costs you will be responsible for.
Component life spans vary. Clay tile or cast-in-place liners last close to 50 years, while stainless-steel liners last 15 to 20 years. Mortar requires attention every 25 to 30 years, while crowns last 50 to 75 years. Use these numbers as a maintenance roadmap: schedule regular inspections, budget for future upgrades, and replace parts before age-related cracks develop into more significant problems.
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