Chimney bricks replaced and matched in Surfside
We replace chimney bricks that have lost their face and look for the water that caused the damage.
- 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
- Cracks running through single bricks
- Bricks that look loose or pushed out
- A clear sealer flaking off the brick
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What careful brick replacement involves
Mortar that behaves like the existing mortar
Brick industry maintenance guidance asks that the new mortar have physical properties similar to the existing mortar. That way the repaired area moves, absorbs and dries like the wall around it.
We look at the existing joints before choosing the mix. Brick industry guidance on mortar selection, which follows the ASTM classification for masonry mortar, favors the lowest strength that meets the need. We explain the choice so you understand why the mortar suits your chimney rather than simply being the strongest available.
Why finding matching brick can take time
Brick industry guidance is candid that locating matching brick may take considerable effort. Colors and sizes change over the years, and the brick in your chimney may no longer be made in the same form.
We tell you if the search is likely to take time and what that means for scheduling. Sometimes the best available match is close but not exact. We explain the choice honestly, so you can decide whether the match suits the face involved before the work goes ahead.
Exposed cores at the chimney shoulders
Where a chimney steps in at its shoulders, bricks are cut and set back on each course. Brick industry guidance on chimney construction says the cores of units should not be exposed there, and prefers solid brick on a setting bed over a mortar wash.
When shoulder bricks spall, their cores can open to rain, and water drains into the wall below. We look at the shoulders closely and explain whether replacing units with solid brick, renewing a wash or both would stop the water getting in.
Vines on a chimney and the brick beneath
Vines growing up a chimney can hold moisture against the brick and push into weak joints. The brick industry's maintenance note says to cut vines away from the wall, since pulling them off can damage the brickwork.
If vines cover damaged areas, they are cut back and the remaining growth is left to dry before it is brushed off. We can then see the brick underneath properly. Replacement units are set once the surface is clear, and we explain whether the growth has affected the joints.
What the free brick inspection covers
- Loose or cracked units identified
- Water source notes before replacement
- Opening cleaned of dust and fragments
- New units toothed into the bond pattern
Brick replacement answers for Surfside
Can a crumbling brick just be patched with mortar?
A skim of mortar over a lost face is not a brick. It tends to crack away and can hold water against the damaged unit. We cut out and replace units that have lost their face or cracked through.
What should I tell you when I call about damaged brick?
Mention which side of the chimney shows damage, whether pieces have fallen and whether water shows inside. Tell us about past repairs, coatings, paint or sealers. That history helps explain why the brick failed.
Does the workmanship warranty cover replaced bricks in Surfside?
Yes, the agreed brick replacement carries our workmanship warranty. The written record lists which units were replaced and where, so any question later can be checked against the work that was done.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
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Copperfield Chimney Supply 
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