Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The person who came was very knowledgeable and friendly. He did a great job and he was nice. I ended up needing help with the electrical switch on the fireplace. We are very satisfied with them."
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"they were professional and knowledgeable and completed all work required in a timely manner. They left no mess and I will absolutely use them for all my fireplace/chimney cleaning."
+8
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Zach did an amazing job cleaning and inspecting our wood stove flu. He left our house cleaner than when he arrived. Heâ s reliable, returns calls, and showed up when he said he would. Our entire family feels safe now. Thank you!! See you next year!!"
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"?Had a leak around my chimney for months. chimney force came out and fixed it pretty quickly. So far no issues.?"
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The men that did a great job!!!! AAAA+++++"
+4
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"As a single, female homeowner I rely heavily on customer reviews when it comes to selecting contractors for home repairs. Therefore, I take submitting my reviews seriously and am always completely candid. With that said, I am submitting this review to express my satisfaction with the chimney cleaning and chimney liner replacement performed by Daren of Gallo's Chimney Sweep. Daren (and his brother-in-law, whose name escapes me) were both extremely professional and personable. Daren provided pictures of my chimney, which clearly showed I had a problem. He patiently explained in detail (including the required materials) what should be done to rectify the problem. There were no 'hard sale tactics' nor any pressure to sign a contract. After making a few calls and conducting my own research on the Internet I discovered his quote was very reasonable. We agreed on a date/time and he arrived as scheduled. They reviewed completed stages with me throughout the project to make sure I understood what they were doing and why. Once the job was complete, they cleaned up all the debris. Gallo’s Chimney Sweep checked all the boxes: Prompt, Professional, Dependable, Lifetime Guarantee, Reasonable Pricing, and Immaculate Clean-up. I highly recommend Gallo's for your chimney repairs and maintenance."
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 1981
Emergency services offered
"Service was excellent. The gentleman explained everything to me as he worked and cleaned the fireplace. Showed me how the remote worked and got it working. My husband was thrilled that now we just press a button and the fireplace goes on and off!!!
We will definitely be getting this service yearly!!
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Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mr. Cowan is extremely responsive and punctual which is rare these days. The job was done neatly and efficiently and for the agreed upon estimate. I will definitely recommend Cowans Masonry to friends and family."
+3
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Fantastic. Chris did an awesome job and made sure our wood burning stove was up to code for our insurance company!"
+36
Serving Gloucester City, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 1997
Credit card accepted
"I originally called Paul to have him inspect/service our existing fireplace. He was punctual and very knowledgable and gave us some much needed information on how the system works and answered a bunch of questions for us. We then decided it might be nice to upgrade our system to something more modern (i.e. get rid of the gold trimmed glass and get a system with a remote). He recommended an awesome place for us to go to where we had an equally great experience. After the system came in, Paul picked it up for us and brought it with him for the install. Him and his helper, Juan, were great again, installing our new system and walking us through how it all works. Really enjoyed working with Paul and would absolutely hire/recommend him."
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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