Partial or full-height chimney rebuilds in Miami Springs
Where the stack has moved, we explain what should be assessed before a rebuild is priced.
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Chimney problems that call for rebuilding
- Repairs that keep failing
- Broken brick spread over large areas
- Masonry too loose to hold new flashing
- Rust stains from failed metal ties
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From removal to new crown, a full rebuild
Why the new crown has a drip edge
Water running off a crown will follow its underside back to the brick unless something stops it. A drip edge breaks that path and makes water fall clear of the chimney face.
A drip edge is written into the code's description of a masonry chimney's top. On a rebuild, it is formed into the new crown along each overhanging edge. We mention it because it is invisible from the ground, yet it decides whether the new courses stay dry. A crown without one tends to leave a dark band of wet brick just under its edge.
The code's height rule for the top
A chimney top has to clear the roof where it passes through, and it has to clear any part of the building close by. Florida's building code sets both margins. Those margins are set for fire safety rather than for draft.
When a chimney is rebuilt, the new top has to meet that rule. We check the old height against it before work starts. If the old top fell short, we explain what the rebuild must change and how the chimney will look afterwards. That way there are no surprises when the new courses go up.
When two metals touch
Two different metals in contact, in the presence of water, can corrode faster than either would alone. On a chimney, that can happen where new flashing meets an old cap, where a fastener differs from the sheet it holds or where copper meets galvanized steel.
We look at which metals will stay on the chimney and which are new, and choose parts that are compatible. Where two metals must meet, we separate them. The estimate lists the metal for each part, so the choice can be checked.
Metal chimneys are not rebuilt in brick
A factory-built chimney is a listed metal system, often inside a framed chase with siding or stucco. It is repaired or replaced with the parts its maker specifies, not rebuilt in masonry.
If your chimney turns out to be factory-built, we tell you on the visit. The framed chase and its cover have their own services, and the metal chimney itself follows its listing. A masonry rebuild applies only where the chimney is built of brick, block or stone. We look for the label or model details so the right parts can be identified.
Items in a rebuild above the roofline
- New brick matched to the lower courses
- Counterflashing set into new joints
- Tooled joints that shed water
- Appliance vent disconnection coordinated
What people ask before a rebuild
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.
What should I have ready before the rebuild visit in Miami Springs?
A way into the room with the fireplace, a route to the part of the yard under the chimney and, if possible, attic access. Records of earlier repairs and any roof plans help us set the boundary and the order of work.
Do you need to go into the attic for a rebuild?
Sometimes. If removal goes below the roof line, the attic side shows the masonry, the framing clearances and the fireblocking. We tell you in advance if attic access is part of the plan.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
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