Our Work
Cutting out and resetting chimney bricks in Longwood
Spalling under paint
A painted chimney can hide spalling until the paint lifts off in sheets with the brick face attached. Paint behaves like the film-forming coatings the Brick Industry Association warns about, holding moisture that has nowhere to go.
When we replace bricks on a painted chimney in Longwood, we explain the options for the finish, from matching the paint on the new units to leaving the repaired area for a later decision. We also point out any other faces where the paint is bubbling, since that often marks the next bricks to fail.
When the damage is in the flue
Brick pieces falling into the fireplace do not always come from the outside of the chimney. They can come from the inside walls, the smoke chamber or a damaged flue lining, which are separate repairs. Fragments of flue tile or smoke chamber material on the smoke shelf point inside, while pieces on the roof point outside.
Our specialists check where fragments are coming from before proposing work on your Longwood chimney. If the problem is inside the flue, we explain that repair on its own line, so brick replacement on the exterior is not mistaken for a fix for the interior.
Bricks loosened by a storm
Between June 1 and November 30, the Atlantic hurricane season is under way. Strong wind and falling branches can knock loose bricks from the top of a chimney, especially where the faces were already spalled and the joints were soft. A cracked crown after a storm can also let more water into the top courses.
After a storm, look at the chimney from the yard for missing corners or debris on the roof. If you see damage, call (645) 465-4122. Our 24/7 emergency line takes calls about storm-damaged chimneys, and our crew secures loose brick on your Longwood home before planning the permanent repair.
What to watch after the repair
Fresh mortar needs time to cure, and we tell you when the fireplace can be used again and whether anything should stay dry in the meantime. After that, watch the repaired faces over the next few rainy periods.
A white bloom that keeps coming back, new flakes on the roof or a stain indoors are worth reporting. They can point to another water entry that deserves a look. Our workmanship warranty covers the replacement, and our 100% satisfaction guarantee stands behind the visit. Our specialists are a phone call away if anything changes after the repair.
