Chimney brick replacement done unit by unit in Pembroke Park
Damaged units come out, sound brick stays, and the new brick is matched in size, color and texture.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Signs the chimney bricks need replacing
- Brick faces flaking or popping off
- Brick fragments on the roof or ground
- Bright hard joints beside broken faces
- Pitted brick from past harsh cleaning
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Brick replacement decisions for homes in Pembroke Park
Matching mortar color around new units
A well-matched brick can still stand out if the joints around it are the wrong color. Brick industry guidance stresses matching the existing mortar color so the repaired area blends with the masonry around it.
We compare mortar samples with the existing joints, wet and dry, and use the sand and any pigment needed to get close. The new joints may look a little brighter at first. They usually settle as they weather, and we explain what to expect when the work is done.
What a brick replacement estimate should list
A useful estimate names the units to be replaced and where they are, the replacement brick proposed, the mortar and how it will be matched. It should also cover protection, cleanup and any curing care.
We write ours that way, priced upfront with no hidden fees. Crown, flashing, repointing or rebuild work appear as separate items with reasons. You approve what you want done, and any change once work begins is explained before it is added. A clear estimate also makes it easier to compare proposals.
Protecting the roof and plantings below
Brick work on a chimney sends dust and fragments downward. We protect the roof covering around the chimney and the plantings, paths and windows below before any brick is broken out.
Tell us about anything fragile near the chimney, such as a skylight, a delicate plant bed or roofing that marks easily. We plan protection around it. When we finish, the covers come off and the area is cleaned before we leave. Vehicles parked beside the chimney are best moved before work starts.
Softer brick and the mortar around it
Some brick is softer and more absorbent than others. Federal preservation guidance explains that in a wall of soft brick, a soft, permeable mortar is needed so moisture can leave through the joints rather than through the units.
If your chimney is built of softer brick, the mortar around replacement units is chosen with that in mind. A hard mix would push the problem into the bricks next to the repair. We explain the mortar choice so you can see how it protects the existing brick.
What your brick replacement estimate lists
- Water source notes before replacement
- Color, texture and range compared
- Tooling to match the existing profile
- Workmanship warranty on agreed brick work
Questions to ask before replacing bricks
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.
Will the new bricks look different from the old ones?
At first they may, because the old brick has weathered and the new mortar is fresh. A careful match of size, color and texture keeps the difference small, and it usually softens with time. We show you the proposed brick before approval.
How long does a chimney brick replacement job take?
It depends on how many units are involved, how easy the chimney is to reach and how long a matching brick takes to find. We give you a realistic schedule with the estimate and tell you if anything changes it.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
- Top-Sealing Damper InstallationFit a top-mounted damper only after checking the fireplace, product restrictions and control route.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo