Matt's Brothers Chimney keeps Danvers, MA homeowners warm, safe, and ahead of the rush. Licensed sweeps, certified inspections, and same-season scheduling before peak demand hits.
Comprehensive chimney sweep for Danvers homes and businesses.
Remove dangerous buildup before heating season begins — not after.
Know exactly what's happening inside your flue before you burn a single log.
A sound liner is the difference between a safe flue and a dangerous one.
Small components that prevent enormous seasonal damage — don't head into winter without them.
Restore your chimney's structural integrity before winter ice does the work for you.
A clogged dryer vent is a leading cause of house fires — clear it before you crank the heat.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards so you can hire with total confidence.
Every fall, chimney professionals across Essex County book out weeks in advance. Matt's Brothers encourages Danvers homeowners to schedule in late summer or early fall so your fireplace is certified ready before the first cold snap — not stuck in a queue while temperatures drop and availability disappears.
Older Danvers homes — colonials, Victorians, mid-century ranches — each present unique chimney configurations. Our technicians are trained to recognize what's typical for local construction eras, so we spot problems others miss and never recommend unnecessary work. You get an honest assessment grounded in real regional experience.
We quote a clear price before any work begins. If our technician discovers additional issues during the job, we stop, explain exactly what was found and what it costs to fix, and let you decide. No invoices that balloon after the fact, no pressure tactics — just straightforward service you can budget for.
Matt's Brothers carries full Massachusetts contractor licensing and liability insurance on every job. We follow NFPA 211 standards and pull building permits when required. That protects your home, satisfies your homeowner's insurance requirements, and ensures every repair or installation is documented and done to code.
Matt's Brothers Chimney was founded by two brothers who grew up in the Danvers area and watched their father meticulously maintain the family home's aging fireplace every fall before the first fire. That ritual instilled a simple belief: a chimney should be ready before the season demands it, not scrambled over during it. When they launched the company, they built their entire service model around seasonal preparation — helping North Shore homeowners get inspections and cleanings done during the summer lull and early fall window, long before the appointment backlog that defines November on the North Shore.
"We moved into an older colonial on Holten Street and had no idea when the chimney had last been serviced. Matt's Brothers came out within a few days, did a full Level 2 inspection, found a cracked liner section, and had a new stainless liner installed before October. We used our fireplace all winter without a worry. Incredibly professional start to finish."
"I called in early September specifically because I didn't want to be scrambling in November. They had availability the following week, swept the chimney, replaced the damper, and put a new cap on. The tech explained the creosote level he found and what it meant. Clear pricing, no upselling, and they left the living room spotless. Will book them every year."
"Matt's Brothers has serviced our wood-burning fireplace for two seasons now. Last fall they also cleaned the dryer vent as an add-on — something I hadn't even thought about. Everything was done in one visit, the price was fair, and they sent a written report the same day. Exactly the kind of service company you want to find and keep."
"I was getting a strong smoky odor in the house every time we ran the furnace, not just the fireplace. The technician identified a liner gap that was allowing exhaust to leak into the flue. They repaired it quickly and explained why the odor was happening. It's been gone ever since. Knowledgeable, thorough, and honest — I've already referred them to two neighbors."
"Our chimney crown was visibly cracked and I was worried about the winter freeze-thaw cycles making it worse. Matt's Brothers gave a fair written estimate, did the crown repair and a full tuckpointing job on the upper section, and finished it all in one visit. The chimney looks better than it has in years. Great communication throughout."
"I appreciate a company that tells you what actually needs doing versus what can wait. The tech gave me a straightforward priority list — cap replacement was urgent, some mortar repointing could wait until spring — and didn't push me to do everything at once. That kind of honesty is rare. Booked and done in one week. Highly recommend for Danvers homeowners."
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Read more →Reach us at (857) 300-4730 or use our online booking form. We'll confirm your chimney type, appliance, and any concerns you've noticed — like drafting problems, odors, or visible cracks — so we arrive prepared with the right tools and materials for your specific system.
A certified technician arrives on time, inspects your entire chimney system from firebox to cap, and gives you a written estimate before any work begins. We explain every finding in plain language, prioritize what's urgent, and never recommend services you don't genuinely need this season.
We protect your floors and furnishings with drop cloths, use HEPA-filtered equipment to contain soot and debris, and complete the job efficiently. Most sweeps and inspections finish in under two hours. Your home stays clean and your system leaves in the best condition it's been in years.
After every visit you receive a written summary of work completed, any concerns noted, and recommended follow-up if applicable. We confirm your system is safe to operate and remind you of optimal next-service timing — so staying ahead of next season's rush starts the moment we leave.
Proudly serving Danvers and these nearby communities.
Book by mid-September at the latest. Chimney professionals serving Danvers and Essex County are typically booked two to four weeks out by mid-October. Scheduling in late August or early September guarantees same-season availability, gives you time to address any repairs found, and ensures your system is ready well before the first hard freeze hits the North Shore.
A standard Level 1 inspection combined with a sweep typically runs $150–$250 for most Danvers homes. A Level 2 inspection with video scanning ranges from $250–$400. Liner replacements, crown repairs, and tuckpointing are quoted separately after the inspection. Matt's Brothers provides written estimates before any work begins so there are no surprises on your invoice.
Yes. Homes of that era typically have original clay tile liners that are highly prone to cracking, missing mortar joints between tiles, and deteriorated crowns. A Level 2 video inspection is strongly recommended so we can see the full interior flue condition. Many pre-1950 Danvers chimneys require liner relining rather than cleaning alone before safe seasonal use.
They are distinct services. A sweep removes combustion deposits from the flue; an inspection evaluates the structural and safety condition of the entire system. Both are recommended annually. Many homeowners book them together as a single visit — that's the most efficient and cost-effective approach, and it's how Matt's Brothers typically schedules seasonal-prep appointments in Danvers.
More often than milder states. The North Shore's freeze-thaw cycles accelerate mortar joint erosion and liner cracking year over year. Danvers averages over 40 inches of annual precipitation, which accelerates moisture infiltration into masonry. We recommend annual sweeps for active wood burners and a minimum inspection every two years for gas fireplaces — more frequently if the chimney shows moisture damage.
In most cases, yes — immediately after the sweep is complete and your system has been confirmed clear and operational. If repairs were made that require curing time, such as mortar or crown work, we'll give you a specific waiting period in writing. We confirm system status at the end of every visit so you know exactly when it's safe to light the first fire.
Stainless steel liner replacement installs an entirely new flexible or rigid liner inside the existing flue — ideal when the original liner is severely cracked or missing sections. HeatShield is a ceramic resurfacing system applied to a structurally sound but deteriorated liner surface. After video inspection, we recommend the right solution based on actual flue condition, not cost preference.
We serve the full North Shore region, including Topsfield, Middleton, Beverly, Salem, Peabody, Gloucester, Marblehead, Ipswich, and surrounding communities. If you're within Essex County or nearby, call (857) 300-4730 and we'll confirm coverage. We schedule multi-town routes efficiently, so neighboring-town homeowners typically get the same fast availability as our Danvers customers.
Fast response, upfront pricing, and workmanship guaranteed. Get your free estimate today.