Breathable waterproofing for chimney brick in Boca Pointe
Debris from the preparation is cleaned up and hauled away, and nearby glass is checked for overspray.
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Waterproofing warning signs we look for in Boca Pointe
- Some faces drying slower than others
- Damp patch on the chimney breast indoors
- A sealing quote with no product named
- Water beading on one face but not another
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Our waterproofing approach, one step at a time
The crown has its own coating
The concrete or masonry top of a chimney sheds water from the flue outward. When it has fine cracks, a crown coating made for that purpose may be used. That is a different product from a face repellent, and it belongs to crown repair.
We check the crown as part of preparing for waterproofing, because the top has to be sound first. If it needs coating or rebuilding, that appears as its own item. The face treatment is then priced separately, and each has its own reason on the estimate.
Faces that stay dark after rain
Before any treatment, the way a chimney dries after rain tells us a lot. Faces that stay dark for a long time are absorbing more water than the rest. That may be the face that takes the weather, or it may be porous brick or open joints.
If you can, look at the chimney a few hours after rain and note which faces stay dark. Tell us when you book. It helps us decide which faces need treatment and where to look for repairs first.
Treatment and a roof replacement
If a roof replacement is planned, the order of work matters. Roofing near the chimney can be marked by overspray, and roof work can scuff or stain freshly treated brick. The flashing, which is replaced with the roof, also has to be sound before treatment.
In most cases it makes sense to finish the roof and the flashing first and treat the chimney afterward. Tell us your roof plans. We schedule the waterproofing to follow, and we protect the new roofing during application.
Telling us about past leaks
Any history of leaks is useful when planning waterproofing. It tells us where water has got in before and whether those paths were repaired. A treatment is only worth applying once they are closed.
Tell us about stains, drips or damp patches you have seen, even if they stopped long ago. Mention any repairs made at the time. We check those areas closely. If an old path looks open again, it goes on the estimate as a repair ahead of treatment.
Brick repairs and treatment, itemized for approval
- Roof junction flashing condition
- Cleaning method matched to the masonry
- Faces and height to be treated
- Renewal check on a later maintenance visit
Your chimney waterproofing questions
Is there a charge for the waterproofing inspection?
No. The inspection and the written estimate that follows are free. You pay only for work you approve, at the figure in the estimate. Any change after a test area comes to you as a separate item before it goes ahead.
Can I apply a chimney sealer from a hardware store myself?
You can, but read the product data first. Some store products form films that trap moisture, and every product needs repairs done beforehand and glass and plants protected. Working at height on a roof is the other risk. The free inspection tells you what the chimney needs either way.
Is it worth protecting the brick on a chimney we do not use?
It weathers the same as one in use. Rain soaks its brick, and water that gets in can damage the masonry and the house around it. Repairs come first either way, and a breathable repellent can follow where the brick absorbs too much.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Hurricane and Storm Damage Chimney RepairAssess storm-related chimney concerns and distinguish temporary protection from permanent component repair.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo