Licensed & insured chimney cleaning, inspection, and repair for Bordentown homeowners. Call (973) 381-5843 for your free estimate today.
Comprehensive chimney sweep for Bordentown homes and businesses.
Remove dangerous creosote, blockages, and debris for safe, efficient fireplace performance.
NFPA 211 Level I, II, and III inspections that give you a clear picture of your chimney's true condition.
From minor mortar work to full crown rebuilds, we restore structural integrity and long-term safety.
Protect your home from heat transfer and gas intrusion with a properly sized, code-compliant liner.
Keep water, animals, and debris out of your flue with properly fitted caps and a solid crown.
Reduce fire risk and restore drying efficiency with a thorough professional dryer vent cleaning.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards so you can hire with total confidence.
We provide written estimates before any work begins and never manufacture problems to pad your invoice. Our technicians explain every finding in plain language, show you photo evidence when relevant, and let you decide what gets done. You'll always know exactly what you're paying for and why — no bait-and-switch, no scare tactics.
Every technician at Toms & Sons is certified, background-checked, and trained to current NFPA 211 standards. We carry full general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage, which protects you as the homeowner. You're not letting a stranger into your home — you're welcoming a trained professional who takes your family's safety as seriously as you do.
We invest in professional rotary cleaning systems, HEPA-filtered industrial vacuums, and high-definition camera inspection equipment because the right tools produce dramatically better results. Our video inspections catch problems that mirror-and-flashlight methods routinely miss. Better equipment means a more thorough clean, a more accurate assessment, and a dramatically reduced chance of a dusty mess in your living room.
Chimney problems don't politely wait until spring. Toms & Sons offers flexible scheduling throughout the year, including priority appointments for customers with active heating concerns heading into the cold season. We respect your time — our technicians arrive in the agreed window and contact you if anything changes. Most Bordentown appointments are available within the same week of booking.
Toms & Sons Chimney was founded on a straightforward belief: Bordentown homeowners deserve a chimney company that shows up on time, tells the truth, and does the work right the first time. What started as a father-and-sons operation has grown into a fully licensed, insured professional team serving families across Burlington and Mercer counties — but we've never lost the small-business mindset that made us who we are. Every customer gets the same honest assessment we'd give our own neighbors, because in a community like Bordentown, that's exactly what you are.
"I called Toms & Sons after a different company tried to tell me I needed a full liner replacement based on a 'visual inspection' with no camera. Toms & Sons came out, did a proper video inspection, and showed me the liner was worn but absolutely not in need of full replacement yet. They cleaned the flue, applied a sealant to two small cracks, and were done in under two hours. Honest, professional, and reasonably priced. That's all I wanted."
"Excellent experience from start to finish. I booked online late on a Sunday night and got a confirmation call Monday morning. The technician showed up exactly on time, put down drop cloths before doing anything, and gave me a clear rundown of my fireplace's condition afterward. The chimney hadn't been cleaned in about six years and they handled it without complaint. Will absolutely be using them annually going forward."
"We had Toms & Sons out before listing our home for sale and needed a Level II inspection for the buyers. The report was thorough, photo-documented, and ready quickly — which was important because we were on a tight closing timeline. The buyers' agent actually commented on how professional the report looked. Minor repairs were done promptly and at a very fair price. Highly recommend for real estate transactions."
"My dryer was taking forever to dry anything and I assumed the appliance was dying. A neighbor suggested the vent might be clogged and recommended Toms & Sons. They came out, cleared what turned out to be a massive lint blockage, and my dryer was back to normal on the first cycle. Wish I'd called them two years ago. The price was more than fair and the tech was friendly and knowledgeable."
"I've used Toms & Sons for three years now and they are consistently excellent. They remember my system, they don't oversell, and they're always on time. Last fall they noticed early-stage mortar deterioration around my crown and gave me a quote on the spot. The repair was done before winter and it's held up perfectly through some brutal freeze-thaw cycles. Exactly the kind of preventive care that saves money long term."
"Really appreciated how straightforward everything was. No scary sales pitch, no inflated estimate. The tech explained what he was seeing, showed me the camera footage from inside the flue, and gave me a written summary before leaving. The sweep itself was thorough and the house didn't smell like smoke or soot afterward. Great company — I've already referred them to two people in my neighborhood."
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Read more →Reach us at (973) 381-5843 or request an appointment online. A real person answers, not an answering service. We'll ask a few quick questions about your fireplace or appliance type, your last service date if known, and your preferred scheduling window.
Your technician arrives on time, introduces themselves, and does a quick visual pre-inspection before starting any work. We assess your chimney's overall condition, identify any obvious concerns, and confirm the scope of service with you before a single brush goes in the flue.
We lay protective drop cloths over your hearth and surrounding area, then perform your sweep, inspection, or repair using professional equipment. Our HEPA vacuum system runs continuously during cleaning to keep your living space dust-free. We work cleanly, efficiently, and thoroughly.
Before we leave, your technician walks you through everything found during the visit — what's in good shape, what to watch, and what genuinely needs attention. You receive honest, prioritized recommendations with no pressure to decide on the spot. Written estimates for any repairs are provided same-day.
The NFPA 211 standard recommends annual cleaning and inspection for any chimney in regular use. Even if you only burn a few fires per season, an annual inspection catches deterioration, animal intrusions, and blockages before they become safety hazards. Bordentown homeowners who burn frequently may benefit from a mid-season cleaning as well.
A standard chimney sweep and Level I inspection in the Bordentown area typically ranges from $150 to $250 depending on the fireplace type, flue height, and degree of creosote buildup. Toms & Sons provides a free estimate before any work begins, so you always know the exact price upfront with no surprises at the end.
Yes — creosote is highly flammable and the leading cause of chimney fires in the U.S. It accumulates in layers inside your flue every time you burn wood, and glazed third-degree deposits can ignite at temperatures that a normal fire easily reaches. A chimney fire can reach over 2,000°F and cause structural damage or spread to your home's framing within minutes.
A Level II inspection is a comprehensive evaluation that includes video scanning of the entire flue interior and is required by NFPA 211 whenever you sell or buy a home, change your heating appliance or fuel type, or after any chimney fire or significant event like an earthquake. Toms & Sons provides fully documented Level II inspection reports suitable for real estate transactions.
Yes. Gas appliances produce water vapor and acidic combustion byproducts that deteriorate flue liners over time, and they still require annual inspection. Toms & Sons services flues for wood-burning fireplaces, gas inserts, gas log sets, oil-fired furnaces, and boilers. We size and install liners rated for the specific fuel type of your appliance to ensure safe, code-compliant operation.
Common signs include visible spalling clay tiles in the firebox, white efflorescence staining on exterior brickwork, a persistent smoky smell in your home when the fireplace isn't in use, or a previous chimney fire. The most reliable method is a professional video inspection, which allows our technicians to see the full interior surface of the liner in detail.
Yes, an adult homeowner or authorized representative needs to be present so we can access the fireplace, review our findings with you, and answer any questions on the spot. We work hard to arrive within your scheduled window and will call you when we're on the way so you're not stuck waiting unnecessarily.
Yes. Toms & Sons backs qualifying structural repairs — including crown rebuilds, tuckpointing, and liner installations — with a written workmanship warranty. The specific terms vary by repair type and will be clearly stated in your estimate before work begins. We stand behind our craftsmanship because we expect to be your chimney company for years to come.
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