Chimney brick and joint repair in Bermuda Riviera
Where a crack points to movement, we say so and explain what should be checked before repair.
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Chimney brick damage around homes in Bermuda Riviera
- Faces flaking off individual bricks
- A crack running through several bricks
- Stepped cracks along the mortar joints
- Crumbling brick near the roof line
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A chimney mason's view of the damage
Cracks that run through several bricks
A crack that cuts straight through a row of bricks, rather than following the mortar, suggests a force strong enough to break the units themselves. The brick industry lists this among the signs of a structural issue.
Filling such a crack with mortar does not deal with the force behind it. We describe the crack's path and length in plain words and say when a structural assessment should come before the masonry is priced. If the assessment clears it, the repair then goes ahead with the cause understood.
A water repellent comes last, if at all
Clear repellents lower the amount of rain a brick face takes in. The brick industry's guidance puts repellents after repairs to brick, mortar and flashing. It also limits them to products that let water vapor pass, such as silanes and siloxanes.
We treat a repellent as an optional item, not as the repair. If it suits your chimney, chimney waterproofing covers the product and the application once the masonry has dried. If it does not, we say so plainly and leave it off the estimate.
Repointing a whole area, not scattered joints
It is hard to know which individual joints let water in. The brick industry's guidance suggests repointing all the joints in an affected wall area rather than picking out single cracks.
We define the area on the estimate, such as the top courses on all sides or one face from the roof up. That makes the scope clear and the result even. Scattered spot repairs can leave a patchwork of old and new mortar that looks uneven and still leaks between the patches.
When a structural check comes before masonry
The brick industry's maintenance guidance separates upkeep from structural problems. Cracks through several bricks, stepped cracking and widespread broken brick belong in the second group. So do rust building up on steel in the wall and masonry pushed out of line.
If we see those signs, we say so and explain why an engineer should assess the chimney first. Pricing masonry work before that answer could mean paying twice. Once the cause is known, the masonry repair is scoped around it, and we can work from the engineer's findings where you want us to.
Brick and mortar lines on your estimate
- Repointing of cracked and open joints
- Repair mortar matched to existing brick
- Debris removal and haul-away
- Curing care for fresh mortar
What people ask a chimney mason
Will the new mortar match the color of the old joints?
We aim for a close match and compare samples wet and dry before the work. Weathered mortar can be hard to match exactly, so we show you the likely result before you approve.
Do you replace single bricks or whole sections?
Both, depending on the damage. A few broken units can be cut out and replaced. When loose or damaged brick runs through several courses, relaying that section is usually the sounder repair.
Is there a warranty on chimney masonry repairs?
Our workmanship warranty covers the masonry repairs we agreed and completed. The estimate and the written record name the repaired areas, so it is clear what the warranty stands behind.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
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- Hurricane and Storm Damage Chimney RepairAssess storm-related chimney concerns and distinguish temporary protection from permanent component repair.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
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