Chimney rebuilds and flue decisions in Fontainebleau
A workmanship warranty on the rebuilt section, with every step agreed before it starts.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Damage that points toward a rebuild
- A gap widening between chimney and wall
- Top courses shifted out of line
- Flue tiles showing through open joints
- Rust stains from failed metal ties
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What goes into a partial chimney rebuild
Why a rebuild instead of another repair
A rebuild becomes the sensible choice when the damage is too deep or too widespread for local repairs to hold. Loose units running through several courses, mortar that has turned to sand and a top that has shifted out of line are common reasons.
We do not suggest rebuilding because a chimney looks tired. The estimate explains what we found, why repointing or replacing individual bricks would not last and how far the damaged section extends. If a smaller repair would do the job, we say so and price that instead.
The open top covered each evening
A chimney that is partly taken down is open to the weather. At the end of each work day, we cover the open top so rain and debris cannot get into the flue or the house overnight.
The cover stays in place during any weather break and is checked when work resumes. If the job has to pause for longer, the protection is made secure for that period. An open chimney is not left uncovered overnight or through a pause in the job.
Protecting the yard and paths below
The ground under a rebuild takes falling dust, equipment and foot traffic. Planted beds, lawns, pavers and pool areas near the chimney need protection before removal starts.
Tell us what lies below the chimney and what matters most to you. We plan where equipment stands and how material moves, and cover sensitive areas. Irrigation heads and outdoor lights near the base are marked so they are not damaged. At the end, we clean the area and remove the protection with the rest of the debris.
The fireplace during the rebuild
From the moment removal starts until the new masonry and crown have cured, the fireplace must not be used. Heat would dry fresh mortar too fast, and the flue may be open or blocked with protection.
We tell you when it is safe to use the fireplace again, based on the materials and the weather. If the flue needs cleaning or another check before use, we say so. The written record of the work notes the waiting time and any conditions.
Chimney rebuild lines you approve
- Dismantling to sound masonry
- Clearance to framing at roof and attic
- Sample panel for brick and mortar
- Uncovered damage shown before the scope grows
Partial and full rebuild questions
Who handles the roof and flashing during a rebuild?
We set new counterflashing into the courses as they go up. The base flashing and roof covering around the chimney are coordinated with your roofer where needed, and the estimate says who does which part.
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.
Will a rebuild change how my fireplace draws?
It should not make it worse. The rebuilt flue is kept to a size that suits the fireplace, and the top follows the code's height rule. If draft was a problem before, we explain what the rebuild can and cannot change.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Spalling Brick Repair and Chimney Brick ReplacementReplace deteriorated chimney bricks while retaining suitable surrounding masonry.
- Chimney Liner Installation and ReliningPlan a compatible chimney liner installation with the existing passage, connections and maintenance access considered together.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo