Cracked clay flue tile from a chimney fire
We sweep out the debris, confirm the crack with the camera, and install an insulated stainless liner. The new liner contains the heat and restores the flue to code in a single visit.
Stainless steel liners installed by CSIA-certified sweeps
Chimney Liner Repair in Galloway, New Jersey
Chimney liner repair in Galloway, New Jersey restores the flue that carries smoke and carbon monoxide out of your home. If your clay flue tile is cracked, spalling, or coated in creosote, we reline it with a stainless steel liner sized to your appliance. We serve homeowners in Smithville, Pomona, and Galloway Township with same-day inspections and honest pricing.
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About this service
Chimney Liner Repair in Galloway, New Jersey
Chimney liner repair in Galloway, New Jersey replaces or restores the inner wall of your flue. That liner is the barrier between 1,100-degree flue gases and the wood framing of your house. When clay flue tile cracks from a chimney fire or mortar joint deterioration, gases and heat escape into the chase. We run an inspection camera the full length of the flue, document every crack, and then install a stainless steel liner insulated to NFPA 211 standards.
Galloway homes near the White Horse Pike and Jimmie Leeds Road area take a beating from coastal humidity and nor'easters. That moisture works into the brick, freezes, and pops the flue tile loose. We see flue liner deterioration on roughly 1 in 4 inspections of homes built before 1985. If you search for chimney liner repair near me in Galloway, you want a crew that knows this building stock, not a call center three counties away.
- ✓ Stop Carbon Monoxide Leaks
- ✓ Save Thousands vs. Rebuild
- ✓ Code-Correct for Every Appliance
- ✓ Same-Day, One-Trip Install
What's included
What Our Chimney Liner Repair Covers
Every reline job includes the inspection, the sweep, the liner, and the draft test. Here is what is in the flat price, and what we would quote separately if your chimney needs it.
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Level-Two Camera Inspection
We scan the full flue with an inspection camera and give you a written report with photos. This is the baseline for any liner decision and it is included in the job price.
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Full Creosote Sweep
Chimney brushes, rods, and a HEPA vacuum strip creosote buildup and loose tile before the liner goes in. A clean flue is the only way the new liner seals properly.
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Insulated Stainless Liner
We supply and install an insulated stainless steel liner sized to your appliance. Brands include HomeSaver, Copperfield, and Olympia Chimney, all rated to NFPA 211.
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Top Plate and Cap
A stainless top plate anchors the liner at the crown, and a new chimney cap with spark screen keeps rain and animals out. Both are part of the standard install.
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Draft Test and Documentation
We light a test fire, confirm draft, and hand you the photos, warranty card, and install spec. You keep the file for insurance or resale.
How it works
How Our Liner Repair Process Works
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Camera Inspection
We drop an inspection camera down the flue and record the full run. You see the cracked tile, the creosote buildup, and the missing mortar joints on our screen, not just our word for it. The scan takes about 30 minutes and we hand you a written report with photos.
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Sizing and Quote
We measure the flue ID, check the appliance flue collar, and match the liner to the BTU output. You get a flat number for chimney flue repair cost Galloway New Jersey homeowners actually pay, with no line-item surprises. Most quotes land between $1,800 and $4,500 depending on height and liner type.
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Sweep and Prep
Before any liner goes in, we sweep the flue with a chimney brush and rods to strip creosote and loose tile. A creosote sweeping log handles light glaze; heavy stage-three creosote gets chemical treatment. We protect your floor and hearth with drop cloths the whole time.
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Liner Installation
We drop the insulated stainless steel liner from the top, seat it on the appliance collar, and secure it with a top plate and chimney cap. Refractory mortar and firebrick patch any gaps at the smoke chamber. The install itself runs three to five hours on a typical Galloway ranch or colonial.
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Draft Test and Walkthrough
We light a test fire, check draft with a manometer, and confirm no smoke backdraft at the damper. Then we walk you through what we did, hand over the liner warranty card, and show you how to run the damper. You sign off only when the draft reads clean.
Tools & methods
The Tools and Standards Behind Our Work
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Inspection Camera
Records the full flue interior so we can show you cracks, creosote, and missing mortar joints instead of describing them.
Chimney Brush and Rods
Strips creosote buildup and loose tile from the flue walls before any liner goes in.
Angle Grinder and Masonry Chisel
Cuts out stubborn clay flue tile and grinds failing mortar joints during tuckpointing.
Mortar Hawk and Tuckpointing Trowel
Packs fresh mortar into joints and rebuilds the crown and smoke chamber with refractory mortar.
Manometer
Measures draft after the install so we can confirm the flue is pulling correctly before we leave.
Damper Clamp
Locks the damper open on gas appliances to prevent carbon monoxide from backing into the house.
Real results
Before and after.
Cracked Flue Tile in a Smithville Colonial
Before
A 1972 colonial had two cracked flue tiles and a rusted cap. The homeowner smelled smoke in the upstairs hallway on windy days and had stopped using the fireplace entirely.
After
We swept the flue, installed a six-inch insulated stainless liner, and replaced the cap with a stainless unit. Draft tested clean, and the fireplace was back in use the same week.
Emergency Reline in Galloway Township
Before
A homeowner called at 9 p.m. after a chimney fire cracked the flue tile. The fire department had already cleared the scene, but the flue was unsafe and the house had no heat.
After
We tarped the stack that night and relined the next morning with a HomeSaver stainless liner. The draft test passed, and the homeowner had heat back within 24 hours of the call.
Wood Stove Insert Reline in Pomona
Before
A homeowner installed a wood stove insert into an open fireplace without relining. The undersized flue caused smoke backdraft, and creosote was building up fast on the clay tile.
After
We pulled the damaged tile, dropped an insulated liner sized to the insert, and sealed the collar with refractory mortar. Draft now reads correct, and creosote buildup dropped sharply.
Problems we solve
Chimney Problems We Fix Before They Spread
A bad liner rarely stays a liner problem. Here are the failures we see most in Galloway and what happens if you let them ride.
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Creosote buildup glazing the flue walls
We treat heavy glaze with chemical creosote remover, then sweep with brushes and rods. Once the flue is clean, we reline so the smooth stainless surface resists future buildup.
Spalling brick and mortar joint deterioration
We tuckpoint the joints with fresh mortar, replace spalled brick, and coat the stack with waterproofing sealant. That stops the water before it reaches the new liner.
Smoke backdraft and damper malfunction
We check the damper, size the liner to the appliance, and confirm draft with a manometer after install. A damper clamp keeps gas appliances from backdrafting when the flue is not in use.
Proof you can check
Licensed, Certified, and Reviewed
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CSIA Certified Chimney SweepChimney Safety Institute of America
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NFI CertifiedNational Fireplace Institute
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NCSG MemberNational Chimney Sweep Guild
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New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor LicenseNew Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
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OSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Most liner repairs in Galloway run $1,800 to $4,500 in 2026, depending on flue height, liner diameter, and whether we are insulating. A short six-inch stainless liner on a single-story ranch sits at the low end. A tall exterior chimney with a wood stove insert and a full insulation wrap pushes toward the top. We quote flat, so the number you hear is the number you pay.
Thrive Sharp does, and we are based right here in Galloway, New Jersey. We are CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps with an active New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor license. We cover Galloway Township, Smithville, Pomona, Absecon Highlands, and the White Horse Pike corridor. Call (844) 803-5147 and we will schedule a camera inspection, usually within a few days.
Yes, in most cases. Hairline cracks and isolated spalling can sometimes be patched with refractory mortar, but a flue with multiple cracked tiles or missing mortar joints needs a full stainless steel reline. We run a camera first and tell you honestly which one you need. Roughly 70 percent of the failed liners we inspect get a full reline, not a patch.
A standard stainless steel reline takes four to six hours from setup to draft test. Add an hour if we are wrapping the liner in insulation or cutting out a stubborn clay tile. We schedule most jobs as a single-day visit, so you are not waiting overnight with a cold house. Emergency calls get triaged the same day.
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Other Chimney Work We Handle
Chimney Repair Near MeWhen your flue fails, other chimney parts usually need attention too. We inspect the crown, flashing, and brick in the same visit so you are not paying two call-out fees for one problem.Explore →
Chimney Masonry RepairCracked flue tile often comes with spalling brick outside. We repoint and rebuild the masonry around the flue so the whole stack stays sound after the liner goes in.Explore →
Chimney Crown RepairA cracked crown lets water run straight into the flue and rusts a new liner from the top down. We pour a fresh crown mix before or after relining to keep the stack dry.Explore →
Chimney ReliningRelining is the core of what we do. We pull failed clay flue tile, size a stainless steel liner to your appliance, and insulate it to NFPA 211 so the flue runs at the right temperature.Explore →
Chimney Cap RepairA missing or rusted cap lets rain and nesting animals into the flue. We install a stainless cap with a spark screen as the final step of most liner jobs.Explore →
Chimney MaintenanceAfter a reline, an annual sweep keeps creosote from building back up. We recommend a yearly visit each fall so your new liner stays under warranty and your draft stays clean.Explore →
Fireplace RepairA failing liner often traces back to a damaged firebox or smoke chamber. We patch firebrick and refractory mortar so the fireplace and the new liner work as one system.Explore →
Emergency Chimney RepairChimney fires and post-storm damage do not wait for business hours. We tarp, secure, and reline on an emergency basis across Galloway and the surrounding towns.Explore → Ready when you are
Get Your Chimney Liner Repair in Galloway, New Jersey
One camera inspection tells you whether you need a patch or a full reline. We quote flat, we show up when we say we will, and every install carries a five-year workmanship warranty. Call today and we will get you on the schedule.
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Call (844) 803-5147 or send us a message and we will get back to you the same business day. We book Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with same-day and after-hours slots for active leaks and storm damage. Tell us what you are seeing and we will tell you what it takes to fix it.
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