Repairs for a damaged chimney in North Miami
Water, heat and movement damage a chimney in different ways, so we name the cause before we suggest a repair.
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- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Changes that suggest a damaged chimney
- A ceiling stain beside the chimney
- Mortar joints that look sandy or open
- Cracks across the top of the chimney
- Peeling paint on the chimney breast
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Repairing chimney damage from the cause outward
Parts and materials that take time to arrive
Listed parts for a factory-built chimney, custom sheet metal and matched brick may need to be ordered. The visit may confirm the repair, while the work itself follows once the materials arrive.
We tell you which items depend on ordered materials and plan temporary protection where it is needed in between. If a part cannot be found for an older listed system, we explain what can and cannot be done within the chimney's listing. No substitute goes in before you have heard those options.
What to watch for after the repair
Once the work is done, keep an eye on the areas you noticed before, especially after the next heavy rain. A dry ceiling and a clean firebox floor are good signs that the repaired part is doing its job.
If anything returns, tell us where and when. The written record shows what was repaired, which helps separate a new problem from the one already fixed. Questions about the repaired area fall under the workmanship warranty discussion we had before you approved the job.
When another trade is part of the job
Some chimney repairs touch work that belongs to other trades. A roofer may need to reset the covering around the chimney. An electrician may need to move a wire, and a plumbing or heating contractor may need to disconnect an appliance vent.
We tell you which parts of the job need someone else and when in the sequence they fit. The estimate lists our work and names the other trade's step, so nothing is assumed. If you already work with a roofer or contractor, we are glad to coordinate with them directly.
Scratching, nests and debris in the flue
Scratching sounds, twigs in the firebox or droppings on the damper suggest an animal has found its way into the flue. A missing or damaged cap is the usual way in.
Keep the damper closed and do not light a fire to drive anything out. Chimney animal removal covers identifying what is there and removing it where the law allows. The damaged cap or screen is then repaired or replaced as part of the chimney repair scope. Any nesting material left in the flue is cleared before the fireplace is used again.
Priced items for chimney and roof repair
- Flue lining condition review
- Removal of failed sealant patches
- Listed replacement parts for metal chimneys
- Written record of the completed work
Chimney damage repair questions answered
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.
Will I get anything in writing once the work is finished?
Yes. You receive a written record of the work that names the parts repaired and the materials used. Keep it with the estimate, since it helps anyone who works on the chimney later.
When would an engineer need to look at my chimney?
Signs such as cracks running through several bricks, stepped cracking, a stack pulling away from the house or widespread broken brick can point to a structural cause. We tell you when that assessment should come before repair.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo