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Last update on July 16, 2025
Homestead Chimney has been in business since 1975. Our staff is fully trained and our technicians are certified. All of our flue lining systems have been tested and approved by the Underwriters Laboratories and carry a New York City MEA number. We maintain a full range of insurance coverage including general liability, completed operations and workmen's compensation. All work guaranteed. Family owned and operated for almost 40 years.
Homestead Chimney has been in business since 1975. Our staff is fully trained and our technicians are certified. All of our flue lining systems have been tested and approved by the Underwriters Laboratories and carry a New York City MEA number. We maintain a full range of insurance coverage including general liability, completed operations and workmen's compensation. All work guaranteed. Family owned and operated for almost 40 years.
Five Sons Chimney has been building, repairing, cleaning and maintaining chimneys in the tri-state area for more than 40 years. We offer friendly, clean service at a great price.
"Always excuses. Five Sons/Justin Calemmo came recommended by Amanda’s Fireplaces, where I bought the stove. But if I’d been able to find another contractor who knew the model stove and wasn’t seriously overpriced like Heat a Survival, I would have used someone else. He tried to make it sound like I was a priority but there was always something. I’d also requested multiple times paperwork required for applying for a home heating appliance from the Department of Buildings but mostly he didn’t react and once he claimed he was away and would send it when he returned. I became so desperate for the installation that I allowed it to go ahead without a permit, reassured by Amanda’s and by Justin that I would be provided with the proof of insurance required. On the day of the installation he didn’t have the papers with him and despite having repeatedly requested since the installation, he has failed to provide me with them. Now I have an expensive appliance installed but shouldn’t use because it needs to have all its original stickers, etc on it for the inspection, and they'll burn off if I use the stove I don't know if the instsllation is up to snuff because I cannot get it inspected. My intrained eye can see that he is not an excellent mason as there are many places on the chimney where the repointing wasn't done, cracked brick, and a spot where I can put my finger completely through."
Donna H on January 2024
Five Sons Chimney has been building, repairing, cleaning and maintaining chimneys in the tri-state area for more than 40 years. We offer friendly, clean service at a great price.
"Always excuses. Five Sons/Justin Calemmo came recommended by Amanda’s Fireplaces, where I bought the stove. But if I’d been able to find another contractor who knew the model stove and wasn’t seriously overpriced like Heat a Survival, I would have used someone else. He tried to make it sound like I was a priority but there was always something. I’d also requested multiple times paperwork required for applying for a home heating appliance from the Department of Buildings but mostly he didn’t react and once he claimed he was away and would send it when he returned. I became so desperate for the installation that I allowed it to go ahead without a permit, reassured by Amanda’s and by Justin that I would be provided with the proof of insurance required. On the day of the installation he didn’t have the papers with him and despite having repeatedly requested since the installation, he has failed to provide me with them. Now I have an expensive appliance installed but shouldn’t use because it needs to have all its original stickers, etc on it for the inspection, and they'll burn off if I use the stove I don't know if the instsllation is up to snuff because I cannot get it inspected. My intrained eye can see that he is not an excellent mason as there are many places on the chimney where the repointing wasn't done, cracked brick, and a spot where I can put my finger completely through."
Donna H on January 2024
Firefox Energy Concepts, based in Lafayette, NJ, provides comprehensive hearth products and services throughout Northern New Jersey. Family Owned and operated since 1982, our experienced, professional staff can help you select the perfect indoor and outdoor alternative heating products that fit your unique needs.
Firefox Energy Concepts, based in Lafayette, NJ, provides comprehensive hearth products and services throughout Northern New Jersey. Family Owned and operated since 1982, our experienced, professional staff can help you select the perfect indoor and outdoor alternative heating products that fit your unique needs.
ADDITIONAL EMAIL: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED: VIDEO SAFETY INSPECTIONS, ANIMAL REMOVAL, COPPER FLASHING INSTALLED, POOR DRAFT & MOISTURE PROBLEMS CORRECTED, FIREPLACE ENCLOSURES, FIRE PREVENTION DEVICES SOLD & INSTALLED & DRYER VENTS CLEANED, REPAIRED & INSTALLED.
ADDITIONAL EMAIL: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED: VIDEO SAFETY INSPECTIONS, ANIMAL REMOVAL, COPPER FLASHING INSTALLED, POOR DRAFT & MOISTURE PROBLEMS CORRECTED, FIREPLACE ENCLOSURES, FIRE PREVENTION DEVICES SOLD & INSTALLED & DRYER VENTS CLEANED, REPAIRED & INSTALLED.
They say trouble always comes in 3s. It's lucky, then, that you can count on our expert technicians for all of your home's plumbing, heating, and air conditioning needs. All you need is a single phone number for total home services and repairs. Whether your furnace is due for maintenance, cleaning, and a filter replacement or your sink has just flooded your bathroom floor, you can count on us for everything from routine maintenance to 24-hour emergency repairs.
They say trouble always comes in 3s. It's lucky, then, that you can count on our expert technicians for all of your home's plumbing, heating, and air conditioning needs. All you need is a single phone number for total home services and repairs. Whether your furnace is due for maintenance, cleaning, and a filter replacement or your sink has just flooded your bathroom floor, you can count on us for everything from routine maintenance to 24-hour emergency repairs.
SAMUEL AINBINDER, PRESIDENT; 3 EMPLOYEES; USE SUBCONTRACTORS; COST-HRLY;
"Okay no issues"
Paul A on December 2020
SAMUEL AINBINDER, PRESIDENT; 3 EMPLOYEES; USE SUBCONTRACTORS; COST-HRLY;
"Okay no issues"
Paul A on December 2020
While it’s possible to sweep your own chimney, it’s usually not a good idea for two reasons. First, inexperienced DIYers are more likely to miss areas of the chimney, which still leaves the risk of house fire due to the remaining residue. Second, chimney sweeping seems like a simple process, but it’s highly dangerous. Soot and creosote are both carcinogenic and can cause breathing issues and lung damage. If you don’t take the same safety precautions that professionals do, you could be putting yourself at risk of serious bodily harm.
You should plan to ask your chimney sweeper questions about the cleaning process they intend to use, the project timeline, and more to get a sense of which professional is right for the job:
What is your process for cleaning chimneys?
How long will the process take?
Will you protect my floors from soot and debris?
Will you do a chimney inspection, too?
Do you have certification from the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) or the National Fire Institute (NFI)?
Will you need access to my roof?
The average cost for a professional chimney cleaning is around $250, but prices range from $130 to $400 or more, depending on a few factors. Some things that have an impact on your total include the size of your chimney, the number of chimneys cleaned, and how accessible the chimneys are.
In some cases, you don’t need to do anything to prepare for chimney sweeping, but professionals always appreciate leaving the area clean and easy to access. As such, it’s a good idea to move fireplace accessories like screens and fire tending tools out of the way, and lay down tarps of drop cloths around your fireplace opening to help keep your floors clean. Laying down a plastic sheet under those cloths or tarps is a good idea if your fireplace is surrounded by carpeting, just to add extra protection. Finally, secure any pets or children away from the work area.
The National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) recommends chimney sweeping once per year as a means of avoiding house fires and massive property damage. Over time, creosote and soot build up in your chimney from burning wood and a lack of ventilation. These compounds are both highly flammable, which means a build-up of them inside your chimney puts you at an increased risk of house fire. Chimney sweeping removes any residue and helps reduce the risk of property damage and personal injury from fire.