Chimney masonry repair for your home in Beverly Heights

Brick and mortar repairs with debris hauled away and any open work covered at the end of each day.

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Changes in chimney brick and mortar

White deposits spreading across the brick
Gaps where old mortar has washed out
Plants growing from chimney joints
Caulk smeared over cracked joints

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Chimney brick and mortar, repaired with care

Deep joints are packed in stages

Where old mortar has been removed to a good depth, the new mortar goes in by layers rather than all at once. Each layer is pressed in firmly and allowed to stiffen before the next goes on. The brick industry's guidance describes this layered method for repointing.

Packing in layers reduces shrinkage and voids in the joint. The last layer is tooled to the finished profile once it is firm. This is slower than filling in one pass, and it is one reason careful repointing costs what it does. We explain the method on request.

The fireplace during masonry work

The fireplace should stay out of use while masonry work is under way and while new mortar cures. Heat through the chimney can dry fresh mortar too quickly and weaken the bond.

The right moment to light it again depends on the materials and the weather, and we give you that timing. If another finding means the fireplace should stay out of use for longer, we explain that too. The instructions appear in the written record, so they are easy to find later.

Masonry repairs before painting the house

Before painting the house, check the chimney masonry. Painting over open joints or damp brick nearby can lead to blistering and staining soon afterwards, and the painter may be asked back to redo the same area.

We can repair the masonry first so the painter works on dry, sound surfaces. We also tell you which chimney surfaces are best left unpainted, since paint on exterior brick can trap moisture. If the chimney is already painted, we look at how the paint is holding up before advising.

An unused chimney still needs sound masonry

A fireplace nobody lights still has a chimney that stands in the weather. Loose top courses can fall, and open joints let water into the house whether or not the flue is used.

We look at an unused chimney the same way as a working one. The repair list may be shorter, since the flue no longer takes heat, but the masonry that sheds rain and carries the stack still matters. We explain which repairs protect the house and which are optional for a chimney that stays idle.

What your chimney mason prices

Cut-out and replacement of broken units
Crack pattern mapped before repair
Gentle cleaning tested on a small area
Hose water test where the job needs it

Chimney masonry questions asked in Beverly Heights

Where do replacement bricks come from?

We look for new brick close in size, color and texture, and sound salvaged units where they suit the job. We show you the options before the work, since an exact match may not exist.

Is there a discount if I book the masonry work soon?

Yes. When you book within 72 hours of the free inspection at your home, 10% comes off any service on the estimate. The scope and materials do not change because of it.

Do you test for water entry before repairing brickwork?

When the job calls for it, a hose water test on one area at a time can confirm where water gets in. Most masonry visits do not need one, and we explain when it would help.

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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With

DuraVent
Olympia Chimney and Venting
Copperfield Chimney Supply
Rutland
Heatilator
Heat & Glo