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Spalled brick replacement on chimneys in Galt Ocean Mile

We replace chimney bricks that have lost their face and look for the water that caused the damage.

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Signs the chimney bricks need replacing

  • Bricks that look loose or pushed out
  • Crumbling brick near the ground
  • Damp patches that stay on damaged bricks
  • A clear sealer flaking off the brick
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From damaged unit to matched new brick

Matching brick size and shape

Bricks have been made in many sizes, and a replacement that is slightly too long or too thick shows at once. Brick industry guidance lists size alongside color and texture as properties the replacement should match.

We measure the existing units and look for a brick that fits the opening with normal joints. If the exact size is hard to find, we explain the options before anything is cut out. A unit that fits properly keeps the joint lines straight and the bond pattern intact.

Brick corners damaged by earlier grinding

Chipped brick edges along the joints can trace back to an earlier repointing done with a grinder. Federal preservation guidance shows how power tools used on thin joints break brick edges and overcut the joints.

Damaged edges make joints look wider and leave thin mortar at the face. Where the damage is cosmetic, the bricks may stay. Where edges have broken away enough to let water in, replacing the unit may be the better answer. We explain which applies to each area.

What changes the size of a brick job

Brick replacement jobs vary widely. The number of damaged units and where they sit both matter. So do the height of the chimney, access to the stack above the roof and how hard a matching brick is to find.

We explain which of these apply to your chimney. Each replacement area is priced upfront on the estimate. If the job changes once work begins, we pause and talk it through with you before any extra work goes ahead. Knowing those factors up front helps you plan around the work.

Protecting the bricks above an opening

When a brick comes out, the bricks above it rest on their own mortar and on the units beside the opening. Removing several units in a row can leave the courses above with too little support.

We plan the order of removal so the wall stays supported throughout. Where several units sit together, they may be replaced in stages rather than all at once. We explain this when a cluster of bricks needs replacing, because it affects how long the work takes.

What the free brick inspection covers

  • Replacement brick matched in size
  • Debris kept out of the flue
  • Soft-bristle cleanup of mortar smears
  • Workmanship warranty on agreed brick work

What people ask about replacing bricks

Why do the faces of chimney bricks come away?

Usually because water gets into the brick and something stops it drying out through the joints. Soluble salts can crystallize under the face, and hard mortar or a film coating can make it worse. We look for the source before replacing units.

Should I pull off loose pieces of brick myself?

No. Pulling on loose pieces can bring down more than you expect, and working on a roof carries real risk. Keep people clear of the area below and tell us what you have seen.

Why does the mortar around new bricks need curing care?

Mortar that dries too fast bonds poorly. We keep the new joints damp and out of strong sun as needed and tell you what to avoid, such as washing or cleaning chemicals, while they harden.

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