Hollow or bulging chimney stucco repaired in South Miami
Each part of the job is priced separately, from the base and lath to the finish and paint.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Stucco cracks and bulges worth mentioning
- Cracks running through the stucco finish
- Rust marks bleeding through the finish
- Vines rooted into chimney cracks
- Gaps where stucco meets the roof
Jump to
Our approach to stucco chimneys in South Miami
Peeling paint as a sign of damp stucco
Paint that blisters or peels on one part of the chimney can be a clue. Moisture moving out through the stucco can push a coating off the surface. It tends to show first where the plaster stays wet longest.
We note where the peeling is and compare it with the chimney top, the flashing and the ground line. Repainting over damp stucco usually brings the peeling back. Finding and stopping the moisture comes first, and the paint follows once the wall has dried.
Climbing plants and shrubs on chimney stucco
Plants that climb or rub against stucco hold moisture on the surface and can work into cracks. The National Park Service notes that unattended plant growth gradually enlarges cracks in stucco.
Keep vines off the chimney and trim shrubs back from its base where you can. If growth has already rooted into a crack, removing it may open the crack further, and we include that area in the repair. We can explain what to trim before the visit and what to leave for us.
Looking at the chimney from inside the attic
Where the chimney passes through an accessible attic, the view from inside can be revealing. Stains on the framing, damp sheathing or daylight at the chimney edge all point toward how water is moving.
If you know how to reach the attic, tell us before the visit and clear a path to the hatch. We look only where it is safe to walk and stand. What we see there is noted with the exterior findings, and it can change where we look first outside.
Stucco cracks that come from movement
The National Park Service lists settlement among the causes of stucco cracking. When the structure beneath moves, rigid plaster over it cracks along the lines of stress, often from corners or openings.
A crack that widens, runs diagonally or appears alongside other signs of movement needs more than a cosmetic fix. We describe what we see. Where the movement looks structural, we tell you it needs its own assessment before the stucco is repaired, so the patch is not asked to hold the chimney together.
What a clear stucco quote should include
- Sounding survey of each accessible face
- Water barrier where framing is exposed
- Top band under the crown or cover
- Debris cleaned up and hauled away
Stucco chimney repair, answered plainly
Can one damaged area be repaired without redoing the whole face?
Often, yes. A defined patch works well where the base is sound and the loose area is limited. We map the hollow zone first. If the color match on a prominent face worries you, refinishing the face is offered as a separate option.
What happens if there is rotten wood behind the stucco?
We stop at the agreed boundary and show you what we found. The wood repair is chimney chase repair, a separate item with its own price. The stucco work resumes once the support behind it is sound and you have approved both parts.
Do you fix the source of the water as part of the job?
We find the source during the inspection. If it is the chimney top, the flashing or another component, that repair is listed as its own item with its own price. You decide on each item, and we explain why the order of the work matters.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Chimney Leak RepairFind the chimney water entry point and plan a repair before restoring the damaged finish.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
We received your request
Our team will contact you to arrange your inspection.
Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo