Older chimneys have soft brick, old mortar and no liner. They need a gentler approach and the right repairs.
Nashville has many homes that are a century old or more, and their chimneys tell the story. The brick is soft and handmade. The mortar is lime-rich and meant to be softer than the brick. Many flues have no liner at all, or have clay tiles that have cracked. The chimney may have been used for coal, wood and gas over the years.
Repairing an old chimney the wrong way can do harm: hard modern mortar can damage soft brick, and an unlined flue can leak heat and smoke into the walls. We inspect carefully, match mortar and brick, repair what is sound and line what is not, always keeping the character of the house.
Kind to old brick.
Repairs that blend.
Safe flue for today.
See what age has done.
The first places to fail.
Looks original.
Chimney InspectionsA careful look at the flue, firebox, crown, cap and masonry, with photos and a plain-language report on…Explore 
Chimney Camera InspectionA small camera is run through the flue so we can see cracks, gaps and buildup that a…Explore 
Chimney RepairHonest assessment and careful repair of cracked masonry, failing mortar, damaged crowns and leaks, so small chimney problems…Explore 
Chimney Crown RepairCracked or crumbling crowns repaired or rebuilt with a sloped, overhanging top that sheds water away from the…Explore 
Chimney Flashing and LeaksLeaks around the chimney traced and fixed with step flashing, counterflashing and sealed masonry joints, so ceilings stay…Explore 
Tuckpointing and RepointingOld mortar joints ground out and refilled with matched mortar, so water stays out of the chimney and…Explore 
Brick and Stone Chimney RepairCracked, spalling and loose bricks and stones replaced and reset with matched materials, so the chimney looks original…Explore 
Chimney RebuildingLeaning, crumbling or failing chimney tops taken down course by course and rebuilt with new brick, a proper…Explore Take the quiz, check a problem or ballpark a budget.
Which Fireplace or Stove Do I Need? QuizAnswer five questions about your home and your goals and see the fireplace, stove, insert or gas option that fits best.Try it 
Chimney Problem CheckerPick what you see or smell to learn what it may mean and how urgent it is.Try it 
Chimney Budget PlannerPick a project and a size and get a ballpark planning range.Try it Often yes, after inspection and, if needed, relining.
It is harder than old brick and can damage it. We use softer mortar.
We try salvaged brick and the closest new match.
Project situationFirst Fire of the SeasonThe first cold night is not the time to find out your chimney needs work. Here is how…Learn more 
Project situationBuying or Selling a HomeA chimney can be a hidden cost for a buyer and a sticking point for a seller. A…Learn more 
Project situationNew Construction and AdditionsNew homes and additions need chimneys built to draw well and meet the rules. Here is how we…Learn more 
Project situationLeaks and Water DamageWater finds every weakness in a chimney. Here is where leaks come from and how they are stopped.Learn more Call us and we will visit, look closely at your chimney and give you a clear plan and a written scope.
