WETT Certified inspectors, sweeps and technicians
Accredited Business with an A+ Rating with Better Business Bureau
Verified by Homestars
A1 Quality Chimney is a full-service chimney repair company that has been serving homeowners in Toronto and surrounding areas for over 40 years. We have received the Consumer Choice Award for Business Excellence for chimney services in Toronto, determined by independent survey for 2012, 2013 and 2015 and are the Homestars “Best Of” Award winners for the past four years.
We’ve been doing quality chimney cleaning, repair and rebuilds for over 40 years in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Thornhill, & Markham.
Services
Chimney cleaning, sweeping and general maintenance is essential to preventing fire and ensuring safe operation of wood, oil, coal and gas burning appliances. With over 60,000 customers, we service thousands of fireplaces, wood stoves, pizza ovens, gas fireplaces, furnaces and other heating appliances. Be it a small bungalow, large heritage home or condominium complex, we do it all. We’ve built our loyal customer base on professionalism, integrity, and consistent dedication to customer service.
Services
When it comes to chimney repair and chimney rebuilds, we have decades of experience and are able to address any masonry issues that arise. Above the roof line, chimneys bear the brunt of our cold winters and hot summers and diagnosing and addressing masonry issues by tuckpointing, repairs and rebuilding is our specialty. Once you are ready for your repairs, we’ll get it done, on-time and on-budget.
Having been in the business for so long, most of our customers come back to us year after year. And so we strive to give you the best service we can and ensure you and your family are safe and warm.
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A1 Quality Chimney has proudly cleaned, repaired and rebuilt chimneys throughout Toronto and surrounding areas for over 40 years.
What makes us better
Over the years, A1 Quality Chimney has received many awards that recognize our exceptional chimney service. Discover the commendations that reflect our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.
Metro Toronto Licensed Contractor
Etobicoke Guardian Readers’ Choice Gold Award
Etobicoke Guardian Readers’ Choice Gold Award
Homestars Best of the Best & Best of Awards 2025
(3 and 12 times Winners)
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Read some of the many 5-star reviews we have received over the past 40 years of serving Toronto and surrounding areas, and see why our customers consistently praise our quality and exceptional service.
The guys at A1 chimney are fantastic, highly knowledgable about the fireplace maintenance, chimney code, and potential repairs you may need. Definitely recommend.
We had an amazing experience with Owen from A-1 Fireplace! From the moment he arrived, he was friendly, professional, and clearly very knowledgeable. He took the time to thoroughly assess our chimney, gave us great advice, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. It really felt like he cared about making sure we knew exactly what was going on and what steps to take next. His clear instructions and honest recommendations gave us total peace of mind. Outstanding service—we wouldn’t hesitate to call A-1 Fireplace again or recommend Owen to anyone needing chimney or fireplace help!
Great on the phone - Talked through my set up, asked great questions and gave options. Was willing to offer a more temporary solution but we agreed to do it once and do it right, no pressure. Great on site - My house is very old, soooo much character. Along with that comes difficulty, old bones are sometimes brittle. The repair and replacement of my chimney flute took under 4 hours, and the work looks great (currently and from photos shown while the work was being done). Great price - Honestly came in at the best price from other companies I had reached out to. I was considering doing this work myself, but I am glad I reached out!
Jacob did an excellent job cleaning our chimney. He was knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, explaining the process clearly and offering helpful next steps for setting up a regular cleaning schedule. We’ll definitely use their service again. Highly recommend!
Outstanding Service with Integrity – Highly Recommend A1 Quality Chimney This review is long overdue, as I wanted to see the full results of A1’s work—and I am beyond impressed. Kelly and Owen went above and beyond in installing a chimney liner for me. When unexpected condensation issues arose, Kelly carefully assessed the situation, explored multiple solutions, and remained committed until the problem was fully resolved. A1 operates with honesty, integrity, and a true commitment to excellence—qualities that are rare today. Their dedication to finding lasting solutions rather than quick fixes sets them apart. Kelly was especially patient, responsive, and genuinely invested in ensuring the best outcome. His professionalism and customer care were truly outstanding. I wholeheartedly trust and highly recommend A1. If you're looking for a company that stands by its work and values integrity, A1 is the gold standard. Thank you, Kelly and Owen—you are truly the best! After a frustrating experience with a previous contractor, I am so relieved that my chimney issues are finally resolved. A1’s expertise and dedication made all the difference.
Jacob from A1 showed up on time to fix our damper and clean the chimney, which he did quickly with no mess. He was very friendly, had all of the necessary equipment and gave me some advice on how to avoid future issues. I will use this company again.
Just had our chimney/fireplace cleaned and inspected for the first time in our home. The technician showed up right on time, was very knowledgeable, kind and super efficient. Will definitely be calling to set up our next clean! Thanks A1! And thank you Jacob!
We had a very good experience with A1 Quality Chimney. Our buyers didn't know what they wanted, so we needed a permit.We ordered an inspection to keep us calm for closing day. Blair Morris even offered extra work with no charge, and Kelly was really polite and professional. I'm really happy with this company.
Technician Jason did a fireplace inspection and cleaning today -- a professional, competent job and now I have peace of mind! Thank you
I had an outstanding experience with A1 Quality Chimney. Ours was a challenging job given the age of the house and the height and location of the chimney. The service people were professional, knowledgeable and went out of their way to give me advice and make sure the service was perfect. They were both very neat and paid close attention to details as though it was their own home. I can’t speak highly enough about this company and I look forward to seeing that back at my house after 40 burns or annually, whichever occurs first.
Completely satisfied with their service. Easy to make an appointment, they also confirmed the appointment the day prior. Jacob showed up at the agreed time and was pleasant and efficient, also very helpful in answering my questions. This is the second time I have used this company and both times I had the same positive experience.
Overall great experience with A1. Their technician, Jacob, visited our house and he was kind and personable throughout, giving me great advice about how to properly ready the fireplace for a fire and about the cleaning routine. Additionally, he was honest about the fireplace being relatively clean (we had not used it since buying the house), and told me to give them a call again after having around 40 fires. All of this and no charge or fee! A1 has definitely earned my business for the next time I need my fireplace looked at. Thanks Jacob!
This is my second time using A1, and I’m thrilled with the experience. Their technician, Jacob, is fantastic. He arrived promptly and performed a thorough job. He also provided valuable tips on checking the airflow in the chimney, which will surely help me avoid unnecessary service calls. A1 is a great company that genuinely cares about its customers.
Jacob was very efficient cleaning my chimney today. He also gave me some great advice about how to maintain. Very reasonable price too. Would definitely recommend.
I just had Jacob at my house and he told me our chimney actually didn't need cleaning yet. He explained only after about 30 more fires we would need a cleaning, if we were okay with that. I was not expecting this, especially because he took the time to come out to our house and I wasn't paid a service fee. I have used this company in the past for repair and cleaning and I am always pleased with their service. Thank you!
Jacob demonstrates excellent customer service. He is an extremely knowledgeable professional. He took the time to answer all of our questions. Highly recommend.
I had a great experience getting my fireplace cleaned and looked at today for the first time. Jacob was really patient, kind and answered all my questions and made me feel at ease about everything. He was thorough in explaining everything I had to do. Would definitely recommend to anyone who needs their fireplace looked after.
I had an excellent chimney cleaning with A1 Quality Chimney today. Jacob arrived at the time stated, was friendly, professional, and cleaned up after he finished cleaning my chimney. He also gave very helpful advice. I will continue to use A1 and highly recommend them!
Always professional and prompt. Hisham is great! Very neat and efficient with his work!
Great service at a very reasonable price. Owen was excellent in cleaning the chimney and providing advice. I can highly recommend this company.
Amazing service. The service person they sent worked clean and fast. I don’t need as much work as they thought so he only charged for what I needed. Amazing to find a service as reliable and honest as A1. Would recommend them to anyone who requires work or cleaning of their chimney!!
We have had several good encounters with A1 servicing our chimney over the years. With the most recent flood, we noticed some water leaking into our furnace flue. Kelley came very quickly to assess our chimney and suggested some caulking and other repair work that was needed. The work was completed this morning in a thorough manner. The worker just needed a reminder to clean up after himself, though some mess was still left in the backyard.
Friendly sales and on site team that explained everything before and after the chimney rebuild. I appreciated the refresher on how to safely use my fireplace after the cleaning. Thanks!
I had an excellent experience with A1 Quality Chimney Cleaning and Repair! I had both a chimney cleaning and my chimney re-built and staff were flexible, knowledgeable, efficient, and were able to complete the job at a very reasonable price. I would highly recommend them and will definitely use them again as needed in the future.
Excellent service as always! We had a small issue with a rain cap blowing away after a storm from a chimney they rebuilt for us last year. Upon notifying A1 Chimney of the issue, they scheduled a repair right away, under the warranty they provided!
I have used A1 Chimney twice. Both times I received friendly, prompt service. I feel that their prices are reasonable. I would recommend them to friends.
Great experience. Attendant was tidy and wore shoe coverings and laid out carpets to minimize dust. We have used this company and will use it again in the future!
I have been using the services offered by A-1 for over 20 years. They came highly recommend to me by the elderly family who sold me the house. While the rest of the house was still circa 1930’s both fireplace, liners and chimneys were in excellent condition. It was a relief to be able to trust that A-1 would maintain them that way. Over the years technicians from A-1 have been, unfortunately, confronted with a couple of snarky tenants despite previous arrangements being made. Instead of engaging , the technician apologized to the tenant (!) left the apartment and called the office to indicate he’d not been able to clean the chimney. I was contacted by the office and instead of charging me for the technician’s time - which they could have argued was a reasonable thing to do- the manager assured me that waiting a couple of months until the tenant vacated would not affect the safety of the chimney as they were in excellent condition. This type of personal and professional consideration is deeply appreciated and clearly puts A-1 in a professional category far and above what we have come to experience over the past several years in the residential service industry I have recommended A-1 to other neighbours and friends fortunate enough to have fireplaces and will continue to do so.
Excellent service. Robert and Owen took the time to explain what we need for the chimney repair and cleaning.
Excellent Service!! Clean, efficient and friendly. We have been with A1 for 30 years.
Owen came by to inspect our chimney for a potential problem. Of all of the companies we called, he did the most thorough inspection and exceeded our expectations. He spent over an hour, went on the roof, filmed the insides of the chimney and took the time to explain everything clearly. We highly recommended him for cleaning or inspecting your chimney.
Very happy with the cleaning service. The technician noticed that the chimney cap was undersized, which explains why I had a very unhappy bird hopping around in my fireplace last year (I was able to help her escape). He installed the new cap right away at a reasonable cost and finished up the cleaning with very minimal inconvenience. Good people good service. 👍
The guys at A1 chimney are fantastic, highly knowledgable about the fireplace maintenance, chimney code, and potential repairs you may need. Definitely recommend.
We had an amazing experience with Owen from A-1 Fireplace! From the moment he arrived, he was friendly, professional, and clearly very knowledgeable. He took the time to thoroughly assess our chimney, gave us great advice, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. It really felt like he cared about making sure we knew exactly what was going on and what steps to take next. His clear instructions and honest recommendations gave us total peace of mind. Outstanding service—we wouldn’t hesitate to call A-1 Fireplace again or recommend Owen to anyone needing chimney or fireplace help!
Great on the phone - Talked through my set up, asked great questions and gave options. Was willing to offer a more temporary solution but we agreed to do it once and do it right, no pressure. Great on site - My house is very old, soooo much character. Along with that comes difficulty, old bones are sometimes brittle. The repair and replacement of my chimney flute took under 4 hours, and the work looks great (currently and from photos shown while the work was being done). Great price - Honestly came in at the best price from other companies I had reached out to. I was considering doing this work myself, but I am glad I reached out!
Jacob did an excellent job cleaning our chimney. He was knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, explaining the process clearly and offering helpful next steps for setting up a regular cleaning schedule. We’ll definitely use their service again. Highly recommend!
Outstanding Service with Integrity – Highly Recommend A1 Quality Chimney This review is long overdue, as I wanted to see the full results of A1’s work—and I am beyond impressed. Kelly and Owen went above and beyond in installing a chimney liner for me. When unexpected condensation issues arose, Kelly carefully assessed the situation, explored multiple solutions, and remained committed until the problem was fully resolved. A1 operates with honesty, integrity, and a true commitment to excellence—qualities that are rare today. Their dedication to finding lasting solutions rather than quick fixes sets them apart. Kelly was especially patient, responsive, and genuinely invested in ensuring the best outcome. His professionalism and customer care were truly outstanding. I wholeheartedly trust and highly recommend A1. If you're looking for a company that stands by its work and values integrity, A1 is the gold standard. Thank you, Kelly and Owen—you are truly the best! After a frustrating experience with a previous contractor, I am so relieved that my chimney issues are finally resolved. A1’s expertise and dedication made all the difference.
Jacob from A1 showed up on time to fix our damper and clean the chimney, which he did quickly with no mess. He was very friendly, had all of the necessary equipment and gave me some advice on how to avoid future issues. I will use this company again.
Just had our chimney/fireplace cleaned and inspected for the first time in our home. The technician showed up right on time, was very knowledgeable, kind and super efficient. Will definitely be calling to set up our next clean! Thanks A1! And thank you Jacob!
We had a very good experience with A1 Quality Chimney. Our buyers didn't know what they wanted, so we needed a permit.We ordered an inspection to keep us calm for closing day. Blair Morris even offered extra work with no charge, and Kelly was really polite and professional. I'm really happy with this company.
Technician Jason did a fireplace inspection and cleaning today -- a professional, competent job and now I have peace of mind! Thank you
I had an outstanding experience with A1 Quality Chimney. Ours was a challenging job given the age of the house and the height and location of the chimney. The service people were professional, knowledgeable and went out of their way to give me advice and make sure the service was perfect. They were both very neat and paid close attention to details as though it was their own home. I can’t speak highly enough about this company and I look forward to seeing that back at my house after 40 burns or annually, whichever occurs first.
Completely satisfied with their service. Easy to make an appointment, they also confirmed the appointment the day prior. Jacob showed up at the agreed time and was pleasant and efficient, also very helpful in answering my questions. This is the second time I have used this company and both times I had the same positive experience.
Overall great experience with A1. Their technician, Jacob, visited our house and he was kind and personable throughout, giving me great advice about how to properly ready the fireplace for a fire and about the cleaning routine. Additionally, he was honest about the fireplace being relatively clean (we had not used it since buying the house), and told me to give them a call again after having around 40 fires. All of this and no charge or fee! A1 has definitely earned my business for the next time I need my fireplace looked at. Thanks Jacob!
This is my second time using A1, and I’m thrilled with the experience. Their technician, Jacob, is fantastic. He arrived promptly and performed a thorough job. He also provided valuable tips on checking the airflow in the chimney, which will surely help me avoid unnecessary service calls. A1 is a great company that genuinely cares about its customers.
Jacob was very efficient cleaning my chimney today. He also gave me some great advice about how to maintain. Very reasonable price too. Would definitely recommend.
I just had Jacob at my house and he told me our chimney actually didn't need cleaning yet. He explained only after about 30 more fires we would need a cleaning, if we were okay with that. I was not expecting this, especially because he took the time to come out to our house and I wasn't paid a service fee. I have used this company in the past for repair and cleaning and I am always pleased with their service. Thank you!
Jacob demonstrates excellent customer service. He is an extremely knowledgeable professional. He took the time to answer all of our questions. Highly recommend.
I had a great experience getting my fireplace cleaned and looked at today for the first time. Jacob was really patient, kind and answered all my questions and made me feel at ease about everything. He was thorough in explaining everything I had to do. Would definitely recommend to anyone who needs their fireplace looked after.
I had an excellent chimney cleaning with A1 Quality Chimney today. Jacob arrived at the time stated, was friendly, professional, and cleaned up after he finished cleaning my chimney. He also gave very helpful advice. I will continue to use A1 and highly recommend them!
Always professional and prompt. Hisham is great! Very neat and efficient with his work!
Great service at a very reasonable price. Owen was excellent in cleaning the chimney and providing advice. I can highly recommend this company.
Amazing service. The service person they sent worked clean and fast. I don’t need as much work as they thought so he only charged for what I needed. Amazing to find a service as reliable and honest as A1. Would recommend them to anyone who requires work or cleaning of their chimney!!
We have had several good encounters with A1 servicing our chimney over the years. With the most recent flood, we noticed some water leaking into our furnace flue. Kelley came very quickly to assess our chimney and suggested some caulking and other repair work that was needed. The work was completed this morning in a thorough manner. The worker just needed a reminder to clean up after himself, though some mess was still left in the backyard.
Friendly sales and on site team that explained everything before and after the chimney rebuild. I appreciated the refresher on how to safely use my fireplace after the cleaning. Thanks!
I had an excellent experience with A1 Quality Chimney Cleaning and Repair! I had both a chimney cleaning and my chimney re-built and staff were flexible, knowledgeable, efficient, and were able to complete the job at a very reasonable price. I would highly recommend them and will definitely use them again as needed in the future.
Excellent service as always! We had a small issue with a rain cap blowing away after a storm from a chimney they rebuilt for us last year. Upon notifying A1 Chimney of the issue, they scheduled a repair right away, under the warranty they provided!
I have used A1 Chimney twice. Both times I received friendly, prompt service. I feel that their prices are reasonable. I would recommend them to friends.
Great experience. Attendant was tidy and wore shoe coverings and laid out carpets to minimize dust. We have used this company and will use it again in the future!
I have been using the services offered by A-1 for over 20 years. They came highly recommend to me by the elderly family who sold me the house. While the rest of the house was still circa 1930’s both fireplace, liners and chimneys were in excellent condition. It was a relief to be able to trust that A-1 would maintain them that way. Over the years technicians from A-1 have been, unfortunately, confronted with a couple of snarky tenants despite previous arrangements being made. Instead of engaging , the technician apologized to the tenant (!) left the apartment and called the office to indicate he’d not been able to clean the chimney. I was contacted by the office and instead of charging me for the technician’s time - which they could have argued was a reasonable thing to do- the manager assured me that waiting a couple of months until the tenant vacated would not affect the safety of the chimney as they were in excellent condition. This type of personal and professional consideration is deeply appreciated and clearly puts A-1 in a professional category far and above what we have come to experience over the past several years in the residential service industry I have recommended A-1 to other neighbours and friends fortunate enough to have fireplaces and will continue to do so.
Excellent service. Robert and Owen took the time to explain what we need for the chimney repair and cleaning.
Excellent Service!! Clean, efficient and friendly. We have been with A1 for 30 years.
Owen came by to inspect our chimney for a potential problem. Of all of the companies we called, he did the most thorough inspection and exceeded our expectations. He spent over an hour, went on the roof, filmed the insides of the chimney and took the time to explain everything clearly. We highly recommended him for cleaning or inspecting your chimney.
Very happy with the cleaning service. The technician noticed that the chimney cap was undersized, which explains why I had a very unhappy bird hopping around in my fireplace last year (I was able to help her escape). He installed the new cap right away at a reasonable cost and finished up the cleaning with very minimal inconvenience. Good people good service. 👍
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