Rebuilding damaged chimneys in Navarro Isle
Where repairs keep failing, we explain whether rebuilding the section is the sounder choice.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Rebuild warning signs at homes in Navarro Isle
- Cracks running through several bricks
- Flue tiles showing through open joints
- Brick falling onto the roof
- A top section that sways in the wind
Jump to
What goes into a partial chimney rebuild
Keeping extra loads off the new chimney
A rebuilt chimney is designed to carry its own weight. The Florida Building Code does not allow a chimney to support other loads, such as mounted equipment, unless it is designed for them.
If an antenna, dish or light was fixed to the old chimney, we talk about where it should go instead. Remounting it on the new masonry would add stress and open holes for water. We coordinate with whoever services the equipment and leave the rebuilt stack free of fixings it was not built to carry.
A rebuilt top that must be taller
If the existing chimney falls short of the code's height rule, the rebuilt section is laid to meet it. That can mean a few more courses than were there before.
A taller top changes the look of the chimney and adds to the work, so we discuss it before you approve. We also explain how a taller top changes the crown and the work involved. Meeting the rule is part of rebuilding to the code rather than an optional extra, and the estimate says so.
New brick for the courses that stay
In a partial rebuild, the new brick sits directly above the old, so the match matters. Size is as important as color, since a brick that is taller or longer shows in every joint line.
We look for new brick close to yours and bring samples to compare against the retained courses. Where no close match exists, we explain the options, including reusing sound original bricks on the most visible faces. The estimate names the brick chosen and where it will go.
A closer flue check once the rebuild is done
A rebuild changes the chimney system. NFPA 211, the national standard for chimneys, fireplaces and vents, treats a change like that as a reason for a closer look.
Before the fireplace goes back into use, we look down the flue from the new top, not only at the rebuilt section. The aim is to confirm it is clear of debris and the lining joins are sound. We explain what we find, including anything below the rebuild that needs its own decision.
Items in a rebuild above the roofline
- Base flashing coordinated with the roofer
- Fireblocking where the stack passes floors
- Cover over the open chimney each evening
- Debris removal and haul-away
Asked often about chimney rebuilds
What if you find more damage below the planned line?
We stop and show you what removal uncovered before going further. You hear what it means and what it would add, and the boundary moves only with your agreement.
Can a chimney that has moved away from the house be rebuilt?
Often, but the reason it moved has to be understood first. We look at the base, the attachment and the crack pattern, and we explain what should be assessed before a rebuild is priced.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- 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.
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
We received your request
Our team will contact you to arrange your inspection.
Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo