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Chimney Sweep & Repair in Passaic, NJ

Located about 9 miles north of downtown Newark in Passaic County, Passaic is a city of roughly 70,000 residents. The typical home in Passaic was built around 1938 (about 67% of homes here were built before 1950), so original masonry chimneys with clay-tile or even no flue liner are a regular sight — and age-related mortar, crown, and liner problems are the most common reasons homeowners call. Most homes in Passaic (about 87%) heat with natural or propane gas, and gas furnaces and water heaters vent through the chimney too — a blocked or deteriorated flue can push carbon monoxide back into the house. At roughly 22,300 residents per square mile, it is one of the denser parts of our service area, where homes often sit close together. We serve Passaic together with nearby communities such as Wallington, Clifton and Garfield.

New Jersey winters are cold and damp, with repeated freeze-thaw cycles, and storms and salt air along the Shore add moisture and wind stress — all of which are hard on chimney masonry, caps, and flashing.

Passaic at a glance

Where
City in Passaic County, about 9 miles north of downtown Newark
Population
About 70,000
Typical home built
Around 1938
Built before 1950
About 67% of homes
Main heating fuel
Gas 87% · Oil 3% · Wood 0%

Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 (5-year). Distance is straight-line.

Services We Offer in Passaic

Chimney Sweeping & Cleaning in Passaic

Removal of creosote, soot, and debris buildup so your chimney vents safely and efficiently.

Chimney Inspection in Passaic

Level 1, 2, and 3 inspections to catch cracks, liner damage, and structural issues before they become expensive repairs.

Chimney Repair in Passaic

General repairs to masonry, liners, dampers, and fireboxes so your chimney is safe to use again.

Chimney Relining in Passaic

New flue liners for chimneys with cracked, deteriorated, or missing liners — required for safe, code-compliant venting.

Chimney Cap Installation & Repair in Passaic

Caps that keep rain, snow, animals, and debris out of the flue while allowing smoke to vent properly.

Chimney Crown Repair in Passaic

Repair or rebuild of the crown — the concrete cap covering the top of the chimney — to stop water intrusion.

Masonry & Rebuilding in Passaic

Brick and mortar repair, tuckpointing, and full rebuilds for chimneys with structural masonry damage.

Chimney Waterproofing in Passaic

Vapor-permeable sealants that keep water out of masonry without trapping moisture inside.

Dryer Vent Cleaning in Passaic

Clearing lint buildup from dryer exhaust vents — a leading cause of house fires when neglected.

Fireplace Repair & Installation in Passaic

Repairs and new installations for wood-burning and gas fireplaces, inserts, and fireboxes.

Wood Stove Installation in Passaic

Code-compliant installation of freestanding wood stoves, with correctly sized venting.

Gas Fireplace Service in Passaic

Maintenance and repair for gas fireplace inserts and log sets, including venting and ignition components.

Animal & Bird Removal in Passaic

Safe, humane removal of birds, squirrels, and raccoons that have nested in an uncapped chimney.

Passaic Chimney FAQ

Should an older Passaic home get a flue liner inspection?

Homes from before about 1950 were often built with unlined or clay-tile-lined chimneys that were never meant for modern appliances. A Level 2 inspection with a camera scan shows whether tiles are cracked or missing before a problem turns into a fire or carbon monoxide risk.

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