Hearth extension repairs for homes in Lauderhill
We find out whether the finish failed or the support moved, then write up the repair you approve.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
What a failing hearth looks like
- A tile that sounds hollow underfoot
- Loose stones on a raised hearth
- A gap opening at the fireplace face
- A split through a stone slab
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Repairing, extending or replacing a hearth
Edge pieces and trims at the hearth border
The border of a hearth takes knocks from feet, vacuum cleaners and furniture. Edge tiles, bullnose pieces and trim strips are often the first parts to chip or come loose.
We check how the edge is formed and fixed. Replacing a chipped edge piece is a contained repair. If the edge is loose along its length, the base under it may have moved away from the rest of the hearth. We explain which it is and how the edge will meet the room floor afterwards.
Water reaching the hearth
Water on or under a hearth can come from above, through the chimney and firebox, or from below, through a slab or floor. Either way it can loosen tiles, stain grout and soften the base.
We note where the water collects and what it has affected. A leak from above is traced by the chimney side of our work. Damp from below may need another trade. The hearth repair is scheduled once the water is dealt with, so the new work is not wetted from the start.
Mortar that suits the hearth's brick or stone
Preservation guidance on repointing advises mortar that is no harder than the masonry it holds. Movement and stress then show up in the joint rather than in the brick or stone. Hard mortar in soft brick can cause the units to crack.
We choose hearth mortar to suit the units in place. Where an earlier repair used an overly hard mortar that is damaging the edges, we explain it and include its removal. The estimate names the mortar type in plain terms without quoting mixes.
Checking hearth size in Lauderhill
Hearths in Lauderhill are checked against the fireplace they serve. If the extension looks short for the opening, we measure both and explain what the rules call for. Hearths that were trimmed during an earlier renovation come up often.
Extending the hearth is priced as its own item, with the new section's base, finish and floor edge described. If the hearth is large enough, we say so plainly and the repair stays with the surface or support. The finding is written down even if you decide to wait.
Hearth work written up line by line
- Hearth type and finish identified
- Surface tapped for hollow areas
- Written record listing hearth materials
- Workmanship warranty on the hearth work
Worth knowing before a hearth repair
Is my hearth big enough for the fireplace?
That depends on the fireplace. A masonry fireplace follows the code's rules for the extension, which grow with the size of the opening. A factory-built unit follows its own manual. We measure both on the visit and tell you plainly whether the hearth falls short.
Why do you tap on the hearth tiles during the visit?
A tile that is firmly stuck down sounds dull and solid, while one that has lost its bond sounds hollow. Hollow tiles are the next to crack or lift. Tapping the whole hearth shows how far the problem reaches before we price anything.
Is hearth repair available for homes across Lauderhill?
Yes. Call (645) 465-4171 or use the form, and say what the hearth is made of and what has changed. A free inspection is booked at a time that suits you, and the findings are explained before an estimate is written.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
- Chimney Sweep and Chimney CleaningArrange careful chimney cleaning in Miami with a defined scope, protected work area and useful findings.
- Chimney Damper Repair and ReplacementRestore a usable damper mechanism after checking the plate, frame and control linkage.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo