Chimney, Repair and Site Work
Chimney Repair and Repointing
Chimneys are the most exposed masonry on a house, standing in sun, wind, rain and frost with no shelter. We repoint failing mortar, replace cracked and spalled brick, repair the crown and flashing and treat the stains that show water is getting in.
- Best forOpen joints, loose brick, white stains and leaks near the chimney
- Key detailFixing the water path, not just the surface
- MaterialsMatched mortar, brick and flashing
- Pairs well withCrowns, caps and water repellents
What you get
What chimney repair and repointing includes
- 1Roof-safe workWe work with harnesses and protection for your roof and landscaping.
- 2Matched mortarMortar color and strength are chosen for your brick.
- 3Water path foundWe look at the crown, flashing and joints together.
- 4Clean finishDebris is cleared and the area swept.
How it goes
From first visit to finished work
- 1InspectWe climb up and look at joints, brick, crown and flashing.
- 2RepairJoints are repointed and bad brick replaced.
- 3Seal the topThe crown and flashing are repaired.
- 4CleanDebris is removed and the work checked.
Good fit when
Is chimney repair and repointing right for you?
- You see missing mortar or loose brick
- White stains appear on the chimney
- Water stains show on the ceiling near the chimney
- Pieces of brick or mortar fall into the yard
Questions
About chimney repair and repointing
How often should a chimney be inspected?
Many people look at theirs every year or two, and after big storms. If you burn often, a chimney sweep and inspection are also wise.
Is it dangerous to wait?
Water damage tends to spread and bricks can fall. It is much cheaper to repair a chimney early.
Can repointing fix a leaning chimney?
If it is leaning, it needs to be looked at carefully. Repointing alone may not be enough.
Related services
Often paired with this
Chimney Crowns, Caps and FlashingThe top and the roof joint, where most chimney leaks begin, rebuilt to shed water.See the service 
Tuckpointing and RepointingFresh mortar in the joints, ground out and filled by hand, so water stays out and the wall stays strong.See the service 
Chimney Building and RebuildingNew chimneys built right and old ones taken down and rebuilt brick by brick.See the service Where we work
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