Stone chimneys in Fort Lauderdale, reset and repointed with care
Loose stones are reset on a sound backing, not stuck back over the problem that loosened them.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Stone damage you may spot from the ground
- Damp patches that linger on the stone
- White deposits washing out of the joints
- Stains inside near the fireplace wall
- Gaps where the stone meets the chimney top
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Our approach to stone chimney repair
Sealers and repellents on chimney stone
The manufactured stone guide sends questions about sealers and repellents to the stone's own maker. Some products suit a given stone and some do not. National Park Service guidance also warns that coatings can trap moisture or change the look of masonry. A sealer applied over open joints can also hide defects that still let water in.
If a water repellent suits your stone, it goes on after repairs and curing, as a separate item. Waterproofing is its own service. We tell you plainly when a sealer would add little, or when it could do harm on your particular stone.
Matching natural stone
Natural stone varies from one source to another and even within one quarry. Weathered faces also look different from freshly cut ones. A matching stone type can still take time to blend in. In some cases, reusing sound stones from less visible faces gives the better match.
We look for stone of similar color, texture and size, and we set any new pieces where they sit best among the originals. We tell you honestly how close the match is likely to be before any new stone is ordered, so the result is not a surprise.
Safe access and care for the roof
Most stone chimney work happens from the roof or from ladders and staging beside it. Stone is heavy, so access is planned so that nothing is stacked on the roof covering or dropped from height. Removed stones are carried down or set on protected boards, never piled loose on shingles or tile.
Let us know the roof covering and any weak spots you are aware of, so staging and stone handling can be planned around them. Where a face cannot be reached safely, we tell you what that leaves unrepaired rather than improvising.
Planning a stone inspection in Fort Lauderdale
When you arrange a stone chimney inspection in Fort Lauderdale, we ask where the damage is, whether any stones have fallen and whether the area gets wet after rain. The answers tell us what access and tools to bring. Directions to any side gate or roof access help on the day too.
During the visit we look over every face, talk you through the findings and hand over a written estimate. There is no obligation to go ahead. If you do, we agree a start date and walk you through the sequence, including any days set aside for curing.
Line items in a stone chimney estimate
- Joint profile and color matched to existing
- Scratch coat or lath repair behind adhered veneer
- Clearance kept between stone and roofing
- Roots and plants cleared from joints
Common questions on stone repair
Why is water getting in behind the stone on my chimney?
Common routes include the top, open joints, the roof junction and a blocked drainage edge at the base. We check each one and, when the job calls for it, use a hose water test to confirm the route.
Do you need roof access to repair a stone chimney?
For most chimneys, yes. The top, the upper stones and the roof junction are reached from the roof. We protect the roof covering, plan safe access and tell you if any area cannot be reached.
When is a hose water test used on a stone chimney?
Selectively, when the job calls for it, meaning the water route is still in doubt and the answer would change which joints or stones we repair. Many stone jobs never need one, and we explain what it would show first.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Top-Sealing Damper InstallationFit a top-mounted damper only after checking the fireplace, product restrictions and control route.
- Chimney Damper Repair and ReplacementRestore a usable damper mechanism after checking the plate, frame and control linkage.
- 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