CSIA-Certified • 4.8★ from 164 homeowners
Cracked crown, crumbling brick, a leak, or a failing liner? We find what's actually wrong — then fix it.
Free inspection · No service fee · No obligation

Key Takeaways
Looking for chimney repair in New Haven, CT? Clear Path Chimneys serves New Haven and the surrounding New Haven County area. New Haven's older homes and cold, damp winters bring a lot of masonry crown work, relining, and creosote sweeps before the heating season. Every visit starts with a free inspection and an upfront price on site — no service call fee, and you only pay if you book.
If you see cracked or crumbling brick, you need repointing or masonry repair before water spreads behind it.
If water is getting in, it is usually the crown or flashing — a targeted seal. The trade-off is a few-hundred-dollar fix now versus structural water damage later.
If the flue itself is damaged, a reline is the durable fix; we confirm which on a free inspection.
Not sure? Text a photo and a local New Haven tech will tell you before any truck rolls.
Crown sealing matters when hairline cracks are letting water in; repointing matters when freeze-thaw has loosened the brick.
We cover New Haven neighborhoods including East Rock, Westville, Fair Haven, Wooster Square, East Shore, throughout New Haven County, near East Rock Park and Yale.
“The tech called before he came, showed me photos of the cracked crown right on his phone, and gave me the price on the spot. No pressure, no upsell. Honestly refreshing.”
“Our cap blew off in a storm and they were out the next morning. Clean, on time, and a good bit cheaper than the first quote I got. They left zero mess.”
“I'd been putting the chimney off for two winters. One free inspection and I finally knew what I was actually dealing with. Booked it before they left.”