Chimney damage assessed and repaired in Fontainebleau
Water, heat and movement damage a chimney in different ways, so we name the cause before we suggest a repair.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Chimney damage that shows up indoors
- Rust streaks down the chimney face
- A cap that rattles or sits crooked
- Cracks across the top of the chimney
- Lifted metal where chimney meets roof
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Repairing chimney damage from the cause outward
Why some repairs wait for dry weather
Mortar, concrete, sealants and water repellents each need suitable conditions to set properly. Rain soon after placement can wash out fresh mortar, and a repellent needs dry masonry to soak in properly.
We plan the order of work around those needs and tell you when a step depends on the weather. Before we leave each day, any open part of the chimney gets a cover, so a pause in the work does not leave the flue exposed. Where a step must be moved, the scope and the price stay the same.
Keeping people clear while we work
Chimney work involves tools, materials and debris moving overhead. During the job, keep children and pets indoors or away from the side of the house where we are working, and avoid parking under the chimney.
The fireplace stays out of use for the duration. We set up the work area before starting and tell you which doors or paths to avoid. At the end of each day the area is left tidy, the open chimney is covered and access routes are clear again.
A damp smell from the fireplace after rain
A musty smell that appears after rain suggests water is reaching the inside of the chimney. It may be entering at the top, soaking through the masonry or collecting on the smoke shelf.
Mention when the smell appears and how long it lasts. We look for the water path and for deposits that hold moisture. Fixing the entry point usually does more than any deodorizing product, and the estimate focuses on that source. If deposits in the flue add to the smell, cleaning is listed as a separate item.
Time to decide without pressure
You do not have to decide on the day of the visit. The written estimate is there for you to read, compare and discuss with family or another contractor. Any follow-up questions are welcome.
If you choose to book within the discount window after your inspection, you benefit from it. If you need longer, you can still book the work, just without the discount. We would rather you approve a repair you understand than rush into one you do not. Ask us to go over any line again before you approve it.
Line items in a chimney restoration estimate
- Chase cover and storm collar check
- Hose water test where the job needs it
- Firebox and hearth findings noted separately
- Attic-side look around the chimney
Chimney damage questions from Fontainebleau
Will you start the repair on the day of the inspection?
Only if you approve the scope and the job suits it. Same-day work is available when the schedule allows. Larger repairs usually need materials ordered and dry weather, so they follow on an agreed date.
Is there a discount if I book soon after the inspection?
Yes. Any service you book within 72 hours of your free inspection gets a 10% discount. The window starts at the inspection in your home, and the scope and materials on the estimate stay exactly as written.
What should I have ready for the inspection visit in Fontainebleau?
Clear access to the fireplace and a path to the side of the house below the chimney. Earlier estimates, invoices and any appliance manuals are useful too, though the visit goes ahead without them.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo