Taking a chimney down and rebuilding it in Belle Meade
Debris hauled away, the house protected and a written record of the rebuilt section at the end.
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When patching gives way to rebuilding
- Cracks running through several bricks
- Broken brick spread over large areas
- Daylight through the masonry in the attic
- Rust stains from failed metal ties
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Rebuilding the stack with the flue in mind
Rebuilding a chimney with more than one flue
Some chimneys carry separate flues for a fireplace and another appliance, or for two fireplaces. In a rebuild, each flue keeps its own lining and stays separate from the next as the courses rise.
Tell us what each flue serves. The lining choice can differ between flues, since each must suit its own appliance. We plan the new top so every flue ends properly under the crown and cap. The estimate lists each flue separately, so nothing is assumed about the one you use less.
Mortar suited to heat around the flue
Inside a rebuilt stack, the flue side sees heat and the outer face sees rain and sun. For that reason, brick industry guidance on chimneys pairs a heat-resistant mortar for bedding the liners with a weather-suited mortar for the brick.
We choose mortars for each job, one for setting the lining and another for the outer courses. The estimate describes them in plain words. Using a single general-purpose mortar everywhere is simpler, but it does not suit the different conditions inside and outside the new stack. The lining mortar also follows the tile maker's guidance.
When the leak comes first
If water is getting into the house and the entry is not yet clear, chimney leak repair is the place to start. Its job is to find where water gets in before any part is replaced.
A rebuild does stop leaks that come from failed masonry at the top, but it is a large answer to a question that may have a smaller one. We explain what the evidence shows about the leak before suggesting a rebuild for it. If the leak turns out to come from the top masonry, the rebuild discussion can follow.
Rebuild work at the roof in Miami-Dade County
Homes in Miami-Dade County sit inside the zone the Florida Building Code calls the HVHZ. Its roofing sections for that zone govern how roof covering and flashing are laid there. A rebuild that reaches the roof line typically disturbs both around the chimney.
Before approving, ask which of those HVHZ rules touch the base flashing and covering on your house. Our estimate splits the junction into the masonry and counterflashing we build and the covering a roofer resets, so both halves are planned to that standard.
Steps a full rebuild may add
- New crown with drip edge and bond break
- Corrosion-resistant ties where the chimney needs them
- Mortar smears cleaned from finished brick
- Uncovered damage shown before the scope grows
Chimney reconstruction questions answered
How do you decide how far down to take the chimney?
We look for the point where the masonry becomes sound again: firm mortar, tight units and no cracks running below. The estimate names that level and explains the evidence, and we confirm it once removal reaches it.
Will the rebuilt chimney need to be taller than before?
Only if the old top fell short of the Florida Building Code's height rule for chimneys. We check it against the roof and nearby parts of the house and explain any change before you approve.
What happens to a furnace vent in the chimney during a rebuild?
If a furnace or water heater vents into the chimney, it has to be shut down or disconnected while the flue is open. We plan that step with a heating or plumbing contractor and include it in the schedule.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Hurricane and Storm Damage Chimney RepairAssess storm-related chimney concerns and distinguish temporary protection from permanent component repair.
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairIdentify and repair manufactured fireplace components using the appropriate model information.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo