Chimney waterproofing that lets the brick breathe in Pembroke Pines
Debris from the preparation is cleaned up and hauled away, and nearby glass is checked for overspray.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Signs the chimney brick is taking on water
- Some faces drying slower than others
- Glossy patches from an earlier coating
- Uneven color across repaired sections
- A sealing quote with no product named
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Chimney waterproofing in Pembroke Pines, from repairs to repellent
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.
Why the brick has to breathe
Water gets into masonry in more ways than rain on the face. It can come from condensation, from a leak at the top or from a gap at the roof line. Once inside, it has to leave, and it leaves mainly by evaporating through the face.
A breathable repellent keeps most liquid water out while letting vapor escape. A sealing coating can block that escape, so the water stays in. Over time that can stain, cloud or break the brick. That is why we recommend only breathable treatments for chimney masonry.
Why the firebox is left alone
The firebox and the inside of the flue face fire and hot gases, not rain. Masonry water repellents are not made for that exposure, and applying them there serves no purpose. Those surfaces have their own repair products.
If you want the inside of your fireplace or flue looked at, that is a different service. We can note what we see during the waterproofing visit. The treatment itself stays on the outside faces above the roof, or down the outside wall where agreed.
Metal parts at the chimney
A chimney carries metal: the cap, the flashing, straps and fasteners. A masonry repellent is not made for metal, and overspray can leave residue on it. Some metal surfaces are painted, and residue can mark the paint too.
We mask metal parts close to the faces being treated. If a metal part is rusting or loose, we note it, because a failing cap or flashing will need its own repair. The treatment is applied to the masonry only, as the product data intends.
Brick repairs and treatment, itemized for approval
- Masonry type identified on each face
- Roof junction flashing condition
- Earlier coatings or paint identified
- Cleaning method matched to the masonry
Repellent and sealing questions from Pembroke Pines
Is there a discount on chimney waterproofing in Pembroke Pines?
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.
Will you protect my windows and plants during application?
Yes. Repellents can haze glass and harm plants, so windows, skylights, roofing and metal near the chimney are masked and beds below are covered. We ask you to move cars and outdoor furniture. Overspray is cleaned within the time the product allows.
How will I know if the treatment is still working?
Look at the chimney during and after rain. Treated faces should shed water and dry evenly. If a face darkens and holds water again, the treatment may be fading or something else has changed. A maintenance visit can check it and the parts it depends on.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Chimney Damper Repair and ReplacementRestore a usable damper mechanism after checking the plate, frame and control linkage.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Top-Sealing Damper InstallationFit a top-mounted damper only after checking the fireplace, product restrictions and control route.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo