Chimney and roof repair at homes in Ojus
From the top of the stack to the firebox, we separate what needs repair now from what can wait.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Where chimney damage tends to surface
- Rust streaks down the chimney face
- Cracks across the top of the chimney
- Flakes or grit falling into the firebox
- Soft siding around a framed chase
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Chimney damage explained before it is repaired
Masonry stack or factory-built metal chimney
Two chimneys can look alike from the street and still be built in very different ways. A masonry chimney is built on site from brick, block or stone. A factory-built chimney is a listed metal system, often hidden inside a framed chase with siding or stucco on the outside.
The Florida Building Code treats them separately. Masonry chimneys follow its construction rules for support, lining and the top, while a factory-built chimney must stay within its listing and its maker's instructions. That difference decides which parts we can use and which repair methods apply, so we confirm the type before writing any repair line.
Rust marks point to metal overhead
Orange or brown streaks on brick or stucco usually start at a metal part higher up. A rusting cap, a chase cover that holds water or old fasteners in the masonry can all leave that trail. The streak marks the path the water took down the face.
We follow the stain upward to its source and check how far the corrosion has gone. Cleaning the streak without replacing or treating the metal simply resets the clock. If the metal part is sound, the estimate may only list cleaning, and we say so.
Framing too close to the chimney
The Florida Building Code keeps combustible framing a set distance away from a masonry chimney and requires fireblocking where the chimney passes floors and ceilings. Earlier renovation work sometimes brings framing or trim closer than it should be.
If we see wood or other combustibles against the chimney in the attic or at a ceiling, we point it out. Correcting clearances may involve another trade, and we explain what the finding means for using the fireplace. That finding sits on its own line, separate from masonry work.
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.
Chimney restoration items you approve
- Base flashing and counterflashing reset
- Replacement of spalled brick units
- Stucco crack routing and patching
- Sealant renewal where chimney meets siding
Chimney damage and repair, common questions
Should I keep using the fireplace until the chimney is repaired?
That depends on what was found. If we advise you to stop, keep the fireplace out of use until the repair is complete. Damage that is only cosmetic may not affect use, and we tell you which case applies.
What does the workmanship warranty cover after a chimney repair?
It stands behind the repair work we agreed and completed. Parts of the chimney we did not work on fall outside it, which is why the estimate and the written record describe each repaired area clearly.
Who do I call if pieces of the chimney are falling now?
Keep everyone away from the area below first. Then use our 24/7 emergency line, which is meant for chimney problems that cannot wait for a routine visit, such as masonry coming loose at height.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo