Chimney brick replacement done unit by unit in Kendall West

Crown, flashing and joint repairs stay separate items, each with its own reason.

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Signs of brick damage on chimneys in Kendall West

Corners broken off several bricks
Brick cores showing where faces fell
Earlier replacement bricks failing again
Vines rooted over damaged brick

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Brick replacement decisions for homes in Kendall West

Finding the water behind spalled brick

Replacing a spalled unit treats the visible effect. Brick industry maintenance guidance asks that the cause be corrected too, and with spalled brick that cause often involves water. It may come from a failed crown, loose flashing, open joints or a leaking cap.

We check those parts during the inspection and note which ones are feeding water into the damaged area. If one needs repair, it is priced as a separate item. Replacing bricks after the water path is closed gives the new units a fair chance.

Spalling brick repair for homes in Kendall West

Spalling brick repair for homes in Kendall West follows a set order. We look for the water that damaged the brick, map the units that need replacing, match the new brick and mortar, then replace each unit carefully. You see all of that before work begins.

When we finish, the damaged units are gone, the new brick sits in full, tooled joints and the debris has been hauled away. You keep a written record of every brick replaced, and any other repair is explained as its own item.

What to watch after bricks are replaced

Keep an eye on the chimney during the heavy rains that follow the work. Look for new flaking near the repair, stains inside or pieces on the roof. New joints may show a fine surface line while they cure, which is worth mentioning.

If anything concerns you, note where and when. Call and describe it. The written record shows which units were replaced, so we can check them and any other part of the chimney that could be involved. Most questions are easier to answer once we know which unit you mean.

Replacement bricks failing again in one spot

When replacement bricks fail in the same place, the cause may not have been fixed. Water may still be reaching that area from the crown, flashing or joints. The mortar used before may have been too hard, or the replacement brick may not have suited the exposure.

We look at the earlier repair and the conditions around it before replacing units again. Share any paperwork you have. The aim is to break the cycle, so the next replacement has a fair chance of lasting.

The brick replacement items you approve

Survey of damaged units on each face
Surface marks separated from face loss
Replacement brick matched in size
Careful cutting of surrounding mortar

Spalled brick replacement answers

What happens to the mortar around a replaced brick?

The joints around each new unit are filled completely and tooled to match the existing profile. The mortar is chosen to behave like the existing mortar, because a mix that is too hard can damage the bricks next to it.

Can you replace bricks on the part of the chimney above the roof?

Yes. Access is planned from the roof, with protection for the roof covering. Bricks near the top often take the most water, so we also check the crown and cap above them before replacing units.

Can one cracked brick wait, or should it be replaced now?

A single hairline crack in an otherwise firm brick may be watched. A crack through the face, a loose unit or a face that is coming away should be replaced, because water can keep entering there. We explain which applies.

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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With

DuraVent
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Copperfield Chimney Supply
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Heatilator
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