Chimney waterproofing that lets the brick breathe in Lauderdale Lakes
Glass, roofing, metal and plants near the chimney are covered before any product goes on.
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Marks of water soaking into chimney brick
- Some faces drying slower than others
- Chalky deposits drying on the brick face
- Worn, rounded brick edges from past blasting
- An old treatment with no record kept
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What goes into treating chimney brick
Clean and dry masonry before treatment
A repellent works best on clean, visibly dry and absorbent masonry. Dirt, growth and old residues can stop it soaking in. Excess moisture in the brick reduces how deeply it penetrates and shortens how long it lasts.
Cleaning is chosen for the masonry, using the gentlest method that works. Harsh chemicals or high-pressure washing can damage brick and mortar. After cleaning, the surface needs time to dry before treatment. We explain the cleaning step and the wait in the estimate for your home in Lauderdale Lakes, so the schedule makes sense.
A concrete block chimney
Some chimneys are built from concrete block and finished with paint or stucco, or left bare. Block differs from brick, and some repellents that suit brick are not recommended for block. Makers often offer separate products for block surfaces.
We identify the masonry and match the product to it. If your block chimney is painted or finished in stucco, a clear repellent may not be the right treatment at all. We explain what the surface needs and whether treatment makes sense, before anything is quoted.
Stains from rust or copper
Rust from a cap or old flashing, or green runoff from copper, can stain the brick below. A repellent applied over those stains may make them harder to remove later, because treated masonry holds stains differently.
We clean stains before treatment where the masonry allows it, using methods suited to the stain and the brick. The source of the staining is noted, because a rusting cap will keep staining the new work. If the metal needs attention, that is its own item.
Footing and cover on the roof during treatment
Treating a chimney usually means working from the roof around it. Tile and some other roofing can crack under careless footing, and overspray can mark the surface. The roof needs as much protection as the windows below.
We plan where we will stand and where equipment will rest, and we cover the roofing close to the faces being treated. If a tile is damaged during the work, we tell you and deal with it. The roof around the chimney is left as we found it.
Items in a chimney waterproofing estimate
- Masonry type identified on each face
- Crown and the joint around the flue
- Named penetrating repellent and its data sheet
- Plants below the chimney protected
Waterproofing answers for homes in Lauderdale Lakes
How do I know if my chimney needs waterproofing at all?
Watch the brick after rain. Faces that darken and stay dark long after the rest has dried are absorbing more water than they should. The free inspection checks that, along with the joints, top and flashing, and we tell you if treatment is not worth it.
Is there a discount on chimney waterproofing in Lauderdale Lakes?
Yes. Waterproofing you approve within 72 hours of the free inspection at your home is 10% off. The estimate stays as written during that window, so there is time to read the product data and ask questions.
Can you waterproof a chimney built from concrete block?
Sometimes. Block differs from brick, and some repellents that suit brick are not recommended for block. Where the block is painted or finished in stucco, a clear repellent may not fit at all. We match the product to the masonry or explain why none suits it.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney Damper Repair and ReplacementRestore a usable damper mechanism after checking the plate, frame and control linkage.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
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