Spalled and cracked chimney bricks replaced in Miami Lakes
Damaged units come out, sound brick stays, and the new brick is matched in size, color and texture.
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- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Cracked and flaking brick worth a closer look
- White deposits around damaged bricks
- Damp patches that stay on damaged bricks
- Pitted brick from past harsh cleaning
- Vines rooted over damaged brick
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What careful brick replacement involves
Setting the new brick in line with its courses
The replacement brick is centered in the opening and pressed into position, as brick industry guidance describes. It should sit in line with the courses above and below and flush with the face of the wall.
We check its position before the mortar stiffens. A brick set proud or recessed catches water differently from the bricks around it and shows as a repair. Getting it in line is part of making the replacement disappear into the wall rather than standing out as a patch.
Toothing new brick into the existing bond
When several neighboring units are replaced, the new brick has to lock into the old. Replacement units are toothed into the existing bond, following the stepped pattern of the courses rather than leaving a straight vertical seam.
A straight seam between old and new brick is a weak line that can crack. Toothing spreads the new work across the pattern of the wall. We explain how the replacement area will be shaped when more than a few units are involved, so you know what the finished repair will look like.
Damaged brick at the roofline
Bricks just above the roofline sit where the flashing meets the chimney. If the flashing is loose or poorly sealed, water can be directed into those courses, and they may spall while bricks higher up stay sound.
We look at the flashing whenever damage clusters at the roofline. Replacing the bricks and resetting or re-forming the flashing are separate items, but they need to be planned together. We explain the order so one repair does not undo the other. Tell us if the damage appeared after roof work, because that history can point straight to the flashing.
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.
What your brick replacement estimate lists
- Water source notes before replacement
- Replacement brick matched in size
- Debris kept out of the flue
- Tooling to match the existing profile
What people ask about replacing bricks
What does the free inspection include for damaged brick in Miami Lakes?
We look at each face, mark units that have lost their face, cracked through or come loose, and check the joints around them. The crown, cap and flashing above get checked too, since any of them could be feeding water into those bricks.
How does the inspection discount apply to brick replacement?
Say yes to the brick replacement within 72 hours after your free inspection and we take 10% off the services you book. Those hours run from your own inspection visit.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Stone Chimney RepairRepair affected stone chimney surfaces with the supporting construction and visual match considered together.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairIdentify and repair manufactured fireplace components using the appropriate model information.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo