Leaning, spalling and crumbling chimneys repaired or rebuilt from the roofline up with matched brick and sound mortar.
The chimney is the most exposed part of a masonry house. It sits above the roof, takes wind, rain, sun and freezing temperatures on every side and has no shelter. Over the years, mortar erodes, bricks flake and crown cracks let water in. A chimney in poor shape can drop bricks, leak into the house and eventually lean.
We start by inspecting the chimney inside and out, looking at the mortar, the bricks, the crown, the flue and the flashing. Small problems get repointed and sealed. When the top courses or the entire stack are too far gone, we carefully take them down and rebuild them with matched brick, keeping the chimney as close to the original look as possible.
We look at the whole chimney, including the attic and the firebox. You get a clear explanation of what needs repair now and what can wait.
Where the structure is sound, we repair mortar joints and replace damaged bricks, which is faster and more economical than rebuilding.
When the top section is loose or leaning, we number the bricks, take them down and rebuild with new mortar, new flashing and a new crown.
Roof work has risks. We use proper fall protection, protect your roof and landscaping and clean up all debris.
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Rebuild only when needed.
Looks like the original.
Protects your investment.
Careful work practices.
No surprises.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
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You tell us about the wall, chimney, patio or idea and the timeline, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We walk the property, look closely at the masonry, show brick and stone samples and talk through the layout.
We measure everything, write a proposal and coordinate any association approvals or permits.
We mark the work area, protect lawns and plants, excavate and set footings and bases.
Our masons lay brick, stone and block by hand, checking level, plumb and spacing at every stage.
We tool the joints, clean the faces, walk the project with you, share care tips and leave the site clean.
Leaning, large cracks, loose bricks and heavy spalling are warning signs. We inspect and explain.
It can be. Have it checked soon, and keep people away from the area below.
Often yes. We search for salvaged or similar new brick.
If there is a safety concern, we will say so plainly.
Many take a few days to a week depending on height and weather.
Chimney Crown and Cap RepairCracked crowns and missing caps repaired or replaced to stop water, animals and debris from entering the chimney.Explore 
Chimney Flashing and LeaksLeaks around the chimney traced and fixed with step flashing, counterflashing and sealed masonry joints.Explore 
Chimney InspectionsA close look at the crown, brick, mortar, flashing and flue, with photos and a plain-language report on…Explore 
Tuckpointing and RepointingOld mortar ground out and replaced with fresh, color-matched mortar so water stays out and the wall looks…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
Or call (615) 357-7797 to talk now.
