St. Clair & Sons Chimney Service
Est. 2013
Telephone (856) 221-6692
A family-run trade since 2013

Chimney Sweep in Camden, NJ

Certified technicians who protect your surfaces, capture every speck of soot, and hold same-week openings for local homeowners.

Brick chimney on a home served by St. Clair & Sons Chimney Service in Camden, NJ
St. Clair & Sons Chimney Service — taking care of Camden and surrounding communities since 2013
Trained and certifiedApprenticed in-house before working solo
Clean jobsiteSurfaces protected, soot captured
Family-run businessIndependently owned, since 2013
Photo documentation after every jobYou see exactly what we found
ServicesSix services, one crew

Six services, one team

01

Chimney Sweeping

Most requested

We scrub the flue from top to bottom and vacuum out all soot so your fireplace pulls a clean draft and operates safely.

Full flue brushing, smoke chamber, firebox, damper inspection, photo documentation.

02

Masonry Repair

We reset crumbling mortar, restore worn crowns, and waterproof the brickwork before moisture causes deeper damage.

Tuckpointing, crown restoration, flashing inspection, waterproofing.

03

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Trapped lint restricts airflow and creates a serious fire risk, so we clean the entire run from the dryer to the outside wall.

End-to-end brushing, airflow verification, exterior vent cover check.

04

Chimney Inspection

A thorough examination of the flue, crown, liner, and firebox, with detailed notes on anything requiring follow-up.

Camera scan of the liner, written summary, photographs.

05

Wood Stove Service

Full cleaning and safety review for wood and pellet stoves, covering everything from the stovepipe to the door seal.

Stovepipe cleaning, baffle inspection, gasket and door seal review.

06

Chimney Cap Installation

A properly sized stainless cap blocks rain, wildlife, and debris from entering the flue and prevents backdrafts.

Sizing, stainless steel cap, spark screen, solid mounting.

Service finder

Not sure which service fits?

Still uncertain? Call (856) 221-6692 and tell us what you are noticing.

Smoky odor in the living room
We recommend: Chimney Sweeping

A lingering smoke smell typically means creosote has built up or the draft is weak. A sweep removes the buildup, and we test the draft at the same time.

Buying or selling a house
We recommend: Chimney Inspection

A thorough inspection with photographs shows you the true condition of the chimney before the deal closes.

Water marks around the fireplace
We recommend: Masonry Repair

Those marks indicate moisture is penetrating through the crown, flashing, or brickwork. We locate the entry point and seal it.

Birds or squirrels in the flue
We recommend: Chimney Cap Installation

A properly fitted cap with a mesh screen blocks animals, debris, and rain from entering the flue permanently.

Dryer takes two cycles to dry
We recommend: Dryer Vent Cleaning

Extended drying times typically signal a vent packed with lint, which is also a serious fire risk.

Smoke leaking from the wood stove
We recommend: Wood Stove Service

Deteriorated gaskets or a clogged stovepipe allow smoke to seep out. We clean the pipe and replace the seals.

What to expect during a visit

  1. Book

    Call (856) 221-6692 or tap the booking button to choose a morning or afternoon time slot.

  2. We show up and cover your floors

    Your technician places drop cloths from the entry to the hearth and seals off the fireplace opening before any work begins.

  3. You receive the report

    Before we head out, you get a written report with photographs of the flue and notes on anything to keep an eye on.

The checklistPrinted on every report

Items we inspect on every visit

01Flue liner integrity
02Creosote accumulation
03Damper function
04Smoke chamber and smoke shelf
05Firebox masonry condition
06Crown condition
07Cap and spark screen condition
08Flashing along the roofline

Warning signs your chimney needs service

01SignSmoke seeping into the room
02SignA campfire odor when the fireplace is not in use
03SignDark flakes falling in the firebox
04SignFires that struggle to start or stay burning
05SignWater marks near the chimney
06SignDeteriorating mortar or loose bricks
07SignAnimal noises coming from the flue
08SignWhite residue on the exterior brickwork
From the ownerSince 2013

A family business, not a franchise.

My grandfather began cleaning chimneys in Camden with a truck, a set of brushes, and a commitment to leave every hearth in better shape than he found it. That standard still holds.

When you call, you reach our family, not an answering service, and the technician at your door is someone we trained personally. Our reputation goes with every job.

— Gregory

Our location

433 N 7th St, Camden, NJ 08102

What our customers say

“Our dryer went from running two loads back to finishing in one the same day they cleaned out the vent.”
Renee B. — dryer vent service
“They draped protection from the front door all the way to the hearth. You would never know the chimney had been serviced.”
Sarah M. — yearly sweep and inspection
“The technician went through every photo in the report and explained clearly what could wait until the spring.”
Paul H. — chimney evaluation

Communities we serve

Proudly serving Camden, NJ and nearby communities, including:

If your town is not on the list, Call (856) 221-6692 and we will let you know straight away.

QuestionsQuestions homeowners ask us most
Q.1Do you service wood stoves as well?

Yes — we give wood and pellet stoves a complete cleaning and safety review, covering the stovepipe, baffle, and door gasket.

Q.2How frequently should a chimney be swept?

Once a year for most households that burn wood on a regular basis. If you go through more than a cord per season or notice dark flakes in the firebox, schedule a sweep earlier.

Q.3How much time does a visit take?

A typical sweep runs about an hour. Adding a camera-based inspection extends the visit by another 30 to 45 minutes.

Q.4When should I schedule ahead of winter?

Late summer or early fall is best. Openings fill up quickly after the first cold snap, so booking by September keeps you prepared.

Q.5What is covered in an inspection?

We run a camera through the flue liner, examine the crown, cap, flashing, damper, and firebox, and hand you a written report with photographs.

Before the season turns

Reserve your sweep while openings remain

Late summer and early fall fill up quickly. Choose your window before the busy season arrives.

Set Up Your Visit

or call (856) 221-6692