# Top Hat Chimney Top Hat Chimney is a bricklayer / mason in Scarborough. Rated 4.6/5 from 114 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this contractor, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement. Trust Score: 52 out of 100 (good record, gaps to check). The score rests on rated 4.6 from 114 reviews. They state they've been established since 1978, but the earliest independent source we can find is 2026. Worth asking them about the gap. ## About Standing above the roofline, chimneys are fully exposed to rain and snow and are affected by winter's freeze/thaw cycles. They are therefore one of the first places on a house to deteriorate. This deterioration usually takes many years to begin but then progresses rapidly. Cracked or spalled bricks, damaged flue tiles or concrete caps, or a leaning structure are signs that the chimney needs immediate attention. Top Hat Chimney specializes in all aspects of chimney repair and rebuilding. Our brick masons are unsurpassed in their level of expertise, and take pride in their workmanship. They take great care to protect the roof and ground so that all work will be completed in a clean and safe manner. All of our work is guaranteed against defect in materials and workmanship. We are happy to provide references from other satisfied customers in your area. The burning of wood leaves highly flammable deposits in the chimney flue and smoke chamber. Regular cleaning and inspection are essential in the prevention of chimney fires. All of our expert technicians are WETT certified and employ the most up-to-date chimney cleaning techniques. Care is always taken to insure that there is no mess in the home. A basic chimney sweep includes : - cleaning of the chimney flue, smoke chamber, and smoke shelf - damper adjustment - basic inspection. Also Available : - nest and blockage removal - detailed WETT reports - chimney caps and accesories - special rates for multi-unit properties ## Public review evidence (by source) | Source | Average rating | Reviews | | --- | --- | --- | | HomeStars | 4.6/5 | 114 | Most recent review: 2 years ago. _Respectful and tidy in your home (2 reviewers describe them being respectful of the home and leaving it clean):_ "They cleaned up well. All the debris was taken away. In fact there was not even any dust left behind." · HomeStars, Aug 28, 2024 ## What customers consistently praise _Themes mentioned across this contractor's own public reviews:_ - Tidy & clean (mentioned in 60% of reviews we've read) - Professional (mentioned in 40% of reviews we've read) - Quality of work (mentioned in 40% of reviews we've read) ## In customers' own words _Verbatim quotes from this contractor's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_ > "While I was a bit disappointed that Adam didnt show up wearing a top hat, he did a fantastic job cleaning our chimney. Katie in the office was super to deal with and set up a time that was convenient for me. Adam arrived on time, did an excellent job, and cleaned up throughly. He was also very thoughtful and easy to deal with. Would definitely not hesitate to recommend." > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars) > "Excellent job! Adam and Steve were very professional. Steve knew exactly the problem with our chimney and he suggested to rebuild instead repair it. We're glad we did! New chimney looks great and should last many many years. Nicely done by Henry and Ernie from beginning to end. Clean up was excellent as well. We definitely use their service again. Thank you very much" > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars) > "Very pleased with this company. Katie in the office is helpful and arranged visits to suit our schedule. Mario, who performed the work, arrived as planned and did an excellent job cleaning the chimney. I asked him to inspect our chimneys and he took photos to show that we clearly had issues with one of them. He returned as scheduled and did a great job on the repairs. He explained all the work and is a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend Top Hat." > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars) ## Trades Bricklayer / mason, General Contractors, Handyman, Roofer ## See their work _Portfolio and gallery links this business publishes. Inspect the source to see what each image represents:_ - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/top.hat.chimney) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TopHatToronto) ## Awards & recognition - Best of HomeStars winner (2026) ## What we checked, and when _What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_ - Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 114 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 public listing for this contractor. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data with operating status unknown. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Website: MyTrustedTraders shows a public website for this contractor. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Work photos: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 work photo on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) Full verification checklist: https://ca.mytrustedtraders.com/traders/top-hat-chimney/checks ## Credentials & sources - Credentials shown: 0 - Corporate registry status: Unknown - Website online since 2008 (verified via public domain registry) - Evidence held from: HomeStars - Public evidence last checked May 2026 ## What this business says about itself _Self-declared on the contractor's own website, not independently verified:_ - Established: 1978 (48 years in business) - Areas served: GTA - Good to know: Free quotes · Family-run ## Before you hire a bricklayer / mason _What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_ - Trade licensing in Canada is set by each province or territory. Electrical, gas and plumbing are licensed trades almost everywhere (for example ESA for electrical and TSSA for gas in Ontario), so check your provincial regulator that the contractor is certified for the work before you hire. - A construction lien is a real risk: in every province an unpaid subcontractor or supplier can register a lien against your home even if you already paid the main contractor. Hold back the statutory amount (commonly around 10%) and get signed lien waivers as you pay. - Ask to see a portfolio of completed work like yours, plus recent references you can contact. - Check the credentials and registrations that matter for this work, and that they are current. - Get a written, itemized quote with scope, assumptions and a staged payment schedule. ## Contact - Phone: (416) 785-9003 - Website: https://www.tophatchimney.ca --- Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://ca.mytrustedtraders.com/traders/top-hat-chimney Real public evidence only: every figure traces to its named source. The evidence for this business comes from a single public source, so it is not yet cross-checked against a second. If a source does not carry a field, it is not shown.