Chimney rebuilds and flue decisions in Kendall West
Chimney rebuilding in Kendall West, with any open top sheltered under a cover overnight.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Damage that points toward a rebuild
- Top courses shifted out of line
- Bricks crumbling to sand
- A bulge in the chimney face
- A top section that sways in the wind
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Chimney reconstruction explained before it starts
Choosing how the new flue is lined
Every masonry chimney must be lined, and the Florida Building Code ties the lining material to the appliance it serves. A rebuild is the natural time to decide how the new section is lined.
The usual choices are clay flue tiles set as the brick goes up or a listed liner fitted inside the new masonry. The right choice depends on what burns in the fireplace, what else vents into the chimney and the state of the lining below. We explain the options and price the lining as its own line.
Where new lining meets the old
In a partial rebuild, the new flue lining must meet the lining that stays below. Code rules for clay linings expect them to run from the top of the smoke chamber, or from below the lowest inlet, to a point above the chimney's enclosing walls.
Where old and new tiles meet, the joint has to be sound and smooth on the inside. If the retained lining is damaged, a rebuild does not fix it by itself. We check the lining below the rebuild line where we can and tell you whether it needs its own repair.
Base flashing and the roof covering
The lower layer of flashing lies on the roof and turns up against the chimney. It sits under or woven into the roof covering, so replacing it often means lifting some of that covering.
Depending on the roof and the job, we fit the base flashing ourselves or coordinate it with your roofer. The estimate says who handles which part. When the rebuild is finished, both layers of flashing should lap correctly, with no gap left between the two trades.
What the warranty covers on a rebuilt stack
Our workmanship warranty stands behind the rebuild work we agree and complete. That means the courses we laid, the crown we formed and the parts we fitted, as described on the estimate.
The masonry below the removal line was not rebuilt, so it sits outside that warranty, as does work by other trades such as the roof covering. Ask what the warranty means for your particular rebuild before you approve it. Keep the estimate and the completed work details together in case a question comes up.
What the rebuild scope can include
- Sound original brick cleaned for reuse
- Fireblocking where the stack passes floors
- Roof covering protection
- Uncovered damage shown before the scope grows
Partial and full rebuild questions
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.
Is there a discount if I book the rebuild soon?
Yes. Once the free inspection at your home is done, you have 72 hours in which any service you book carries a 10% discount. The rebuild scope stays exactly as written either way.
Can the rebuild be split into stages?
Partly. Loose masonry can be made safe first and the rebuild scheduled later. Once removal starts, though, the section is usually rebuilt in one sequence, so the chimney is not left open.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Gas Fireplace VentingAssess and repair the gas fireplace vent arrangement using components suited to the identified system.
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Chimney Sweep and Chimney CleaningArrange careful chimney cleaning in Miami with a defined scope, protected work area and useful findings.
- Chimney Flue RepairAssess repairs to damaged existing flue linings and distinguish them from a new liner installation.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo