Serving Swedesboro, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Chris, Eddie, Jeff and Luis removed an out-of-date wood burning stove and brought our fireplace back to its original glory and is finally usable. All are very friendly and customer oriented. I will recommend them any time!"
Serving Swedesboro, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Al came out initially on time (early actually!) was exceptionally professional and gave a tiered quote on work that "needs" to be done and "could" be done with fair pricing. We scheduled the work for a later date and Al returned and did a fantastic job! He was punctual (again) and efficient-completing all the agreed upon work in a timely manner. He also plugged a hole in the back of our fireplace we didn't know about until we removed the wood burning stove and filled extra cracks on the chimney after capping it. I would definitely hire him again and have even referred him to some friends and relatives... 5+ stars from a very happy customer!"
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Serving Swedesboro, 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 Swedesboro, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The men that did a great job!!!! AAAA+++++"
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Serving Swedesboro, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Tom and his staff do professional work. He replaced our 24 year old chimney cap with a beautiful stainless steal one that has a lifetime warranty. He is down to earth and personable and dedicated to making sure his customers are 100% satisfied. He makes it VERY easy to correspond with him via text bc he responds quickly regarding appointments, as well as questions morning, day and night. He is affordable as well as a hard worker who shows up promptly on the day and time that was scheduled. We have known him for four years and highly recommend him to our family and friends."
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Serving Swedesboro, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Relaying my patio was a big job. Once the work was begun, they moved steadily and quickly to get it finished. They were all very polite and very capable. I would recommend Genius Pro Construction most highly.. he is a pro, knows what he is doing and is eager to satisfy the customer"
Serving Swedesboro, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 1981
Emergency services offered
"Bob was very friendly and knowledgeable. We have had issues with our gas fireplace since it was installed by the builder. There was a very bad odor that kept us from using the fireplace, and it was very drafty too. Bob identified the problem right away. He inspected the fireplace, added some insulation to it and cleaned it.
He gave us instructions about what to expect regarding the odor, a description of what different odors mean and told us to call him if the problem persists.
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Serving Swedesboro, 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."
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Serving Swedesboro, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Had this company clean/inspect our wood burning stove when we bought our house a year ago. After the huge wind storm the cap for the chimney fell off. Called around 11am to get it repairs… Chris had his crew around our area was literally there in less than 20 minutes and everything was fixed! Awesome company. Will be using them for everything."
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Serving Swedesboro, 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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