Cracked, spalling and loose bricks and stones replaced and reset with matched materials, so the chimney looks original and stays sound.
Brick and stone are tough, but water gets into every weakness. A brick that holds moisture freezes and flakes off its face, a process called spalling. A stone that loses its mortar shifts, and the stones around it follow. Left alone, a few damaged units can become a whole section of failing masonry.
We replace what must be replaced and save what can be saved. Damaged bricks and stones are removed one at a time, new or salvaged units are set in fresh mortar and the courses are kept straight and level. We match size, color and texture as closely as we can, so the repair fits with the rest of the chimney.
Water enters the face of a soft or old brick, freezes and pushes the surface off. Replacing the unit and fixing the water entry stops the cycle.
Stone chimneys have irregular joints. Loose stones are lifted out, cleaned and reset in new mortar in the same pattern.
Older chimneys use brick that is hard to find new. We look for salvaged brick or the closest match in color and size.
A repair that does not address the crown, cap and joints will fail again. We check them all so the new work lasts.
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BeforeAfterOne at a time.
Water entry fixed.
Repairs blend in.
Neat, tight work.
So it lasts.
Careful, tidy work.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationOlder and Historic HomesOlder chimneys have soft brick, old mortar and no liner. They need a gentler approach and the right…Learn more 
Material guideBrick and MortarBrick and mortar are the classic chimney materials. Here is how they work, wear and are repaired.Learn more 
Project situationStorm and Wind DamageSevere weather finds the tallest part of your house. Here is what to do and how we make…Learn more Pick what you see or smell to learn what it may mean and how urgent it is.
You tell us about the chimney, fireplace or stove and what you have noticed, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We look closely at the chimney, inside and out, ask how you use it and take photos of anything of note.
We explain what is urgent, what can wait and what is optional, and give you a written scope and options.
We lay drop cloths, seal the firebox and protect the roof and landscaping before any work begins.
We sweep, repair or install with the right tools and materials, checking our work as we go.
We clean up, show you what we did, share tips and set a reminder for your next visit.
It is when the face of a brick flakes or pops off, usually because trapped water froze.
Often yes, using salvaged units or the closest new match. We show you options first.
Yes. We reset and repoint natural stone and manufactured stone.
Paint can trap moisture. A breathable sealer is a better option, and we explain when it helps.
Small repairs take a day or two. Bigger sections take longer.
Tuckpointing and RepointingOld mortar joints ground out and refilled with matched mortar, so water stays out of the chimney and…Explore 
Chimney RebuildingLeaning, crumbling or failing chimney tops taken down course by course and rebuilt with new brick, a proper…Explore 
Chimney Waterproofing and SealingA breathable water repellent applied after repairs lets the masonry shed rain without trapping moisture inside.Explore 
Chimney RepairHonest assessment and careful repair of cracked masonry, failing mortar, damaged crowns and leaks, so small chimney problems…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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