Licensed chimney sweeps serving Malden, MA with CSIA-certified inspections, carbon-monoxide risk assessments, and code-compliant cleanings. Call (857) 300-4755 for your free estimate today.
Comprehensive chimney sweep for Malden homes and businesses.
Professional cleaning that eliminates fire-causing creosote deposits and restores safe draft.
Camera-verified inspections that confirm code compliance and catch hidden structural defects.
Stainless-steel and cast-in-place liner systems that meet Massachusetts building code and protect your home.
Targeted repairs that keep water, animals, and cold drafts out of your Malden home.
Expert mortar repair that halts water damage and restores structural integrity to brick chimneys.
Lint-removal service that reduces fire risk and restores your dryer's full drying efficiency.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards so you can hire with total confidence.
CO poisoning sends thousands of Americans to emergency rooms each winter, and a cracked liner or blocked flue is often the culprit. Every Ed's Brothers Chimney inspection includes a focused CO-pathway assessment — checking liner integrity, appliance connections, and draft performance — so your Malden home stays safe from this invisible threat.
We carry full Massachusetts contractor licensing and liability insurance on every job. Our technicians follow NFPA 211 standards and Massachusetts Building Code 780 CMR, providing documentation you can hand directly to your insurer or home inspector. Working with an uninsured sweep voids many homeowner policies — don't take that risk.
We photograph every defect we find and walk you through the images before recommending anything. Our written inspection reports distinguish between safety-critical repairs and optional upgrades, so you can make fully informed decisions. Malden homeowners consistently tell us our honest approach is what sets Ed's Brothers apart from competitors who upsell unnecessary work.
We know a heating system failure in a Massachusetts January isn't something you can wait weeks to fix. Ed's Brothers Chimney offers prompt scheduling — often within 48 hours — and arrives in a fully stocked service vehicle so most repairs are completed in a single visit, minimizing disruption to your household.
Ed's Brothers Chimney was founded by a pair of brothers who grew up watching their father — a career masonry contractor in the Greater Boston area — diagnose and repair chimneys the right way: methodically, honestly, and with genuine respect for the homeowner's safety. When they launched the business in Malden, they carried that same work ethic into every job. Today, Ed's Brothers Chimney is a trusted name across Malden and its surrounding communities, known for technical precision, fair pricing, and an educational approach that helps homeowners understand exactly what's happening inside their chimney system.
"After a neighbor's chimney fire last winter, I finally got serious about maintenance. Ed's Brothers came out within two days, did a Level 2 inspection with a camera, and showed me exactly where creosote had built up in my smoke chamber. They cleaned it thoroughly and explained everything clearly. I feel so much safer heading into this heating season. Highly recommend to anyone in Malden who hasn't had their chimney professionally checked."
"I was getting a faint smell of smoke in my upstairs hallway and was worried about carbon monoxide. Ed's Brothers diagnosed a cracked liner section that was allowing combustion gases to leak. They installed a new stainless liner, got the permit, and passed inspection on the first try. Professional from start to finish — they even sent a photo report after the job. Worth every penny for the peace of mind."
"We hired Ed's Brothers before listing our home and needed a Level 2 inspection report for the buyers. They were prompt, thorough, and provided a detailed written report with photos that satisfied the buyers' attorney immediately. They also replaced our rusted chimney cap while they were up there. Great value and genuinely trustworthy people. Would absolutely call them again for our new home."
"My dryer was taking forever to dry a load and I assumed the machine was dying. Ed's Brothers cleaned the vent duct and found a serious lint blockage about eight feet in that I never could have reached myself. Dryer works like new now and they replaced a section of plastic flex duct with proper metal duct — which apparently is a fire hazard. Smart, efficient, and thorough."
"I called three chimney companies before Ed's Brothers and none of them could explain what a chimney crown was or why mine needed repair. Ed's technician showed me photos of the cracking, explained the freeze-thaw cycle damage, and gave me a written quote on the spot. The repair was done neatly and quickly. No upselling, no confusion — just honest, skilled work. This is the company Malden needs."
"Fast response, fair price, and they actually cleaned up after themselves — which I cannot say for the last chimney company I used. The sweep was thorough, they spotted a loose damper plate I didn't know about, and fixed it the same day. Received a written summary before they left. Ed's Brothers runs a first-class operation and I've already recommended them to three neighbors."
Expert local advice for Malden homeowners.
Understand creosote's three danger stages, real health risks, and why professional chimney sweep and creosote removal in Malden MA is non-negotiable for safe winters.
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Read more →Call (857) 300-4755 or submit our online form. We'll ask a few quick questions about your fireplace type, fuel, and last service date so we can dispatch the right technician with the correct equipment. No obligation, no surprise charges — just honest scheduling.
Your technician arrives in a marked vehicle, introduces themselves, and conducts a structured safety assessment before any tools come out. We inspect the firebox, damper, smoke chamber, liner, crown, and cap — documenting conditions with photos and explaining findings in plain language as we go.
We lay protective drop cloths, seal the firebox opening with a dust-containment panel, and begin work using professional rotary equipment and HEPA-filtered vacuums. Your home stays clean. All debris is bagged and removed. Service typically takes 60–90 minutes for a standard sweep and Level 1 inspection.
Before we leave, you receive a written service summary with photographs. Safety-critical issues are clearly marked and explained. We provide a firm written quote for any recommended repairs with no time-pressure tactics. You choose what to do next — we're here whenever you're ready.
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Yes, a real risk exists. The NFPA recommends annual chimney cleaning for wood-burning systems, and three years of use can accumulate enough creosote — especially in the smoke chamber — to sustain a dangerous chimney fire. Malden's cold winters mean longer burn seasons, which accelerates deposit buildup. Schedule a cleaning and Level 1 inspection as soon as possible.
Backdrafting usually signals a draft problem: a blocked flue, a closed or faulty damper, a chimney that's too short relative to the roofline, or a house so well-sealed that the fireplace can't draw enough replacement air. A proper diagnostic inspection identifies the exact cause. Many Malden homes with modern insulation upgrades experience this issue as airtightness increases.
Absolutely — a cracked or deteriorated chimney liner is one of the most common pathways for carbon monoxide to enter living spaces. If your CO detector has activated, treat it as a safety emergency: ventilate the home, keep the fireplace closed, and call us at (857) 300-4755. Do not use the fireplace again until a licensed technician has inspected the liner and appliance connections.
Normal soot is light grey or black, powdery, and brushes away easily. Creosote is darker, may appear shiny or tar-like, and can feel crusty or flaky. Third-degree glazed creosote looks almost like black paint on the flue walls and is the most dangerous stage — it ignites at low temperatures and burns extremely hot. A professional sweep will assess the stage and remove it safely.
Almost certainly yes. Original clay-tile liners from that era have likely experienced decades of thermal cycling, and many show cracking or joint separation that creates CO-intrusion pathways and fire-spread risk. Massachusetts building code requires a sound, properly sized liner. A Level 2 camera inspection will document the liner's condition, and we can provide a code-compliant stainless liner solution with a written warranty.
Summer odors typically indicate moisture in the flue combining with creosote deposits to produce a strong, unpleasant smell — often intensified by negative air pressure drawing flue air into the home. A thorough cleaning removes the odorous deposits, and a properly fitted chimney cap blocks rain from entering. A cracked crown can also allow water infiltration that amplifies the problem through Malden's humid summers.
Massachusetts does not mandate a chimney inspection at every home sale by statute, but most buyers and their attorneys now request a Level 2 inspection as a condition of purchase — and many lenders require it for homes with wood-burning appliances. Providing a recent, camera-verified inspection report with photographs protects your sale timeline and demonstrates responsible ownership to prospective buyers.
Yes — in most cases your fireplace is ready to use immediately after a professional cleaning and inspection, provided no repairs are needed. If we identify a safety defect such as a cracked liner or compromised damper, we'll advise you not to use the system until that repair is completed. We'll communicate that clearly in writing before we leave your Malden home.
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