Chimney Repair: pride in craft
A well-built chimney provides safe and efficient venting of combustion byproducts from your home, and with good craftsmanship, sits proudly atop the roof like a fine jewel, enhancing your home's beauty and value.
The "MC Special": A roofline tear-down and rebuild, using a stylized-form crown with built-in drip edge. Crown style shown is "Top rib."
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Chimney crowns
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A concrete chimney crown covers the entirety of the chimney (except for the flue), and its overhang should extend outward at least 2 inches to protect the chimney chase from water damage due to rain and snow. Often the first part of the chimney to show signs of wear, the crown serves as a barometer of chimney health overall. Any cracks should be promptly repaired so as to avoid damage to the chimney interior. Depending on the extent of disrepair, our masons can perform crown repair or a complete rebuild of the crown, finishing with a waterproof sealant. Learn more.
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Chimney rebuilds
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When deterioration of the chimney structure reaches the point of no return, the solution is a tear-down and rebuild. A partial rebuild can be done in cases where a portion of the structure is salvageable. A newly constructed concrete crown finishes up the project. Upon completion, a waterproof sealant is applied to preserve the integrity of the chimney and to protect your investment. Learn more.
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Chimney liners
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Chimney liners provide an extra layer of protection between the chimney wall and your home. This additional protection is critical, as defects commonly appear in the chimney wall, beginning a process that gradually erodes the chimney. As the chimney wall gives way to deterioration, the potential arises for the infiltration of smoke and gases into your home, as well as damage to your home's interior. A level 2 chimney inspection can determine whether a liner is present, whether it's correctly installed, and its condition. Learn more.
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Tuckpointing
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Over time, the mortar that holds chimney bricks together begins to deteriorate and crumble, leaving the structure vulnerable to seeping water, a chimney's worst enemy. During the process of tuckpointing, the old mortar is removed by use of a diamond-blade saw, and new mortar applied, restoring the integrity of the chimney structure. Learn more.
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Caps & covers
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Concrete chimney crowns, metal chase covers, and chimney caps and flue caps are often confused but all serve very different purposes.
To read about the differences and compare your options, visit our Chimney Caps & Covers page. |
Firebox repair
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The interior space of your fireplace where combustion takes place is called the firebox. It is constructed of a unique type of brick and mortar that is built to withstand the high temperatures associated with wood burning. Nevertheless, the elements of the firebox weaken with age, and deterioration shows itself in the form of cracks in the mortar and in the bricks themselves. Our masons are experienced in both full and partial rebuilds of the firebox.
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Brick replacement
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In cases when most of the chimney is healthy and intact with the exception of a few bricks, those in disrepair can be replaced by new bricks. The mason carefully chisels away at the mortar surrounding the affected brick(s) to an extent that allows its removal without damaging the others. A matching brick is then placed and new mortar applied. Brick replacement provides an affordable repair option when rebuilding is unwarranted.
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Free estimate + consultChimney repair can be a major expense, and the quality of workmanship has a direct impact on your home's safety and value. We know you want to get it right. Our estimate + consult is designed to give you the tools you need to make an informed decision about your chimney repair project.
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