Our chimney sweeping service is built around one principle: leave the chimney cleaner than we found it and leave your home exactly as we found it. Matts Brothers technicians use professional-grade rotary brushes, HEPA-filtered vacuums, and drop cloths that protect your hearth, floors, and furniture. We methodically clear creosote buildup, bird nests, leaf debris, and blockages from flue liner to firebox. After the sweep, we perform a visual walkthrough so you can see exactly what was removed and why it mattered. Medford's mix of hardwood-heavy lots and older homes means flues can accumulate stubborn glazed creosote faster than homeowners expect. Our meticulous, multi-pass technique ensures nothing gets left behind. Every sweep comes with a written summary of findings.
Request this service →Not every inspection tells you the whole story. Matts Brothers offers all three NFPA 211 inspection levels so you get exactly the depth of assessment your situation demands. A Level 1 covers accessible portions of your chimney and is ideal for annual maintenance. A Level 2 — required for home sales, appliance changes, or after any chimney event — adds a full interior scan with camera technology so we can document flue liner cracks, mortar deterioration, and hidden obstructions. Level 3 involves selective demolition when a serious hazard is suspected. Every inspection generates a detailed written report with photographs, findings, and our recommended action plan. Medford homeowners heading into real-estate transactions particularly value our Level 2 reports, which satisfy buyer and lender requirements with precision and professionalism.
Request this service →Creosote is the unavoidable byproduct of burning wood, and in Medford's cold winters, fireplaces work hard — which means creosote accumulates fast. First-degree creosote is dusty and easy to brush away. Second-degree is flaky and requires deliberate effort. Third-degree glazed creosote is dense, highly flammable, and demands specialized chemical treatment combined with mechanical removal — a job that separates skilled craftsmen from budget sweeps. Matts Brothers technicians are trained in advanced creosote removal protocols. We apply professional-grade chemical treatments to loosen glazed deposits, then follow with precision brushing and vacuuming. We also offer ongoing creosote-reducing treatments applied to your firewood or flue that slow future buildup between annual visits. Your safety depends on a truly clean flue, and we deliver exactly that.
Request this service →New Jersey winters are relentless on masonry. Freeze-thaw cycles work into every small crack in your chimney's mortar joints, widening them season after season until bricks loosen, spalling occurs, and water begins infiltrating your home's structure. Matts Brothers masonry technicians perform meticulous tuckpointing — removing deteriorated mortar to the correct depth and packing in fresh, color-matched mortar that bonds properly and sheds water effectively. We also repair or replace damaged bricks, rebuild deteriorated chimney crowns, and address leaning or unstable chimney sections before they become emergencies. Our Medford repair crews take pride in work that's structurally sound and visually seamless. Every repair is backed by our craftsmanship guarantee, and we provide before-and-after documentation so you can see the transformation firsthand.
Request this service →A properly designed chimney cap and crown are your flue's first line of defense against the elements, and shoddy installations are among the leading causes of water damage we see in Medford homes. Matts Brothers fabricates and installs stainless-steel chimney caps that fit your flue opening precisely — no wobbling, no gaps, no cheap mesh that collapses under ice load. Our chimney crowns are custom-poured with a proper slope and drip edge so rainwater sheds cleanly away from the flue and masonry. We also apply professional-grade elastomeric crown sealer to existing crowns showing minor cracking. Whether you need a single-flue cap or a multi-flue cover for a large estate chimney, our installations are built to last decades with minimal maintenance.
Request this service →Older Medford homes — particularly those built before the 1980s — frequently have clay tile liners that have cracked, shifted, or were never properly sized for today's high-efficiency inserts and gas appliances. A compromised liner allows carbon monoxide and combustion gases to seep into living spaces, creating hazards that are invisible until they become emergencies. Matts Brothers installs flexible stainless-steel liner systems and cast-in-place poured liners sized precisely to your appliance's BTU output and flue dimensions. We walk you through material and sizing options clearly, provide a detailed written proposal, and complete installations with meticulous attention to connection points, insulation, and top termination. Every liner installation meets or exceeds New Jersey building code requirements and comes with a full manufacturer warranty backed by our own craftsmanship guarantee.
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