Damaging temperatures, storms, and winds take a toll on your chimney throughout the year, but regular maintenance makes all the difference.
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Chimneys are one of the most under-appreciated elements of a home. Most homeowners don’t give them much thought unless a problem arises. By then, the damage is already done. Cracks in the brickwork and mortar will collect water, then, as the seasons change, this water freezes and expands, eventually deteriorating the structural integrity of the chimney stack. It can spell serious trouble – with both structural risks like water damage and crumbling mortar, and performance issues which can lead to hazardous air quality and fires. Along the way, as these cracks grow wider, they also allow insects and cold air into your home!
There are several potential failure points along your chimney structure, including the crown, chimney cap, flashing, and flue liners. Crowns are constructed using only a thin layer of mortar that covers and seals the top of a masonry chimney, which means there isn’t much protecting your flue and chimney from the elements. There are several common winter chimney repair warning signs that are very helpful to read up on and stay on the lookout for during months where your chimney plays such a crucial role, and you may want to set reminders to take a look at things a few times over the course of winter.
Regular inspections, maintenance, and certified chimney sweeps can help preserve the beauty and function of your chimney while keeping your family and property safe. We encourage you to keep a spring chimney inspection checklist handy so you can give it a thorough look after the cold months and move quickly on scheduling any chimney repair if need be. With a post-winter roof checklist, you can account for potential winter damage to the rest of the roof. IN addition to these resources, Brothers Service is ready to help with reinforcing your home’s complete exterior and keeping your family safe and healthy indoors.
Because of the complex design in chimney systems, there are a lot of things that could go wrong and introduce risk to your household. This is especially true in older homes where chimneys are missing flue liners and may have wear-and-tear issues in the caps, crowns, flashing, or brick. And as with other home repairs and maintenance, chimney repair costs, when you catch issues early, are far, far less than what long-term damage will cost to repair.
Some of the most common chimney repairs include:
Chimney repointing is a process of removing the old and deteriorated mortar, and replacing it with new mortar. This ensures a structurally safe and aesthetically pleasing chimney. It’s common for chimney mortar to deteriorate during freeze-thaw cycles and water damage, which can develop into cracks, eventually crumbling the structure. Repointing is an important step in maintenance, and you can expect to pay $1500+ depending on the size, complexity, and type of mortar. Read up on chimney terminology on the Brothers Services blog, and we’d be happy to discuss potential repointing as part of your chimney repair.
Deterioration is inevitable in brick chimneys, and our team can help safely remove and replace any number of crumbling bricks quickly and cost-effectively. This wear and tear from moisture and other elements can take many forms: spalling, cracks, leaning chimneys, and exposed spaces that allow for water infiltration and damage. Chimney masonry repair cost for brick issues can vary widely based on a number of factors, so please reach out for a consultation and inspection, and we’ll provide the most honest and detailed estimate possible.
A properly installed chimney cap keeps debris, water, and pests out of your home and keeps your family safe from additional risks and damage. These caps are vulnerable to damage from the elements, and Brothers can help replace any damaged or missing caps with ease. These chimney repair costs can vary depending on the quality of materials you want to use and labor involved, but Brothers guarantees the best value possible without sacrificing safety or stability in your new chimney cap. Learn why chimney caps prevent winter damage and then reach out for a free consultation!
At Brothers, we live by our motto to treat each customer like family and each home as our own. That’s why routine chimney maintenance is so important to us – because your safety is paramount. With decades of serving the Maryland community with full-service exterior repairs and keeping our customers’ chimneys strong and up to date, we hope you’ll skip the search for “chimney repair near me” and give us a call. When you work with Brothers you get:
A Thorough Inspection
To provide best-in-class chimney repair, you need to know what to look for, and that comes from years of work in the field and continued learning. Our team is certified and has extensive experience in all levels of chimney inspection (from Levels 1-3, or least invasive to move invasive). We will assess every part of the chimney and its surrounding architecture and help spot and repair any minor damage so it doesn’t develop into a problem.
Experienced Tradespeople
The in-house team at Brothers Service is licensed and insured to responsibly perform chimney inspections, maintenance, repair, or replacement – and with immaculate results. We’ve served thousands of homes in the Maryland area, and will approach your chimney consultation and repair with care and precision.
Peace of Mind
Properly installed screens and a well-maintained chimney cap prevent house fires and help you rest a little easier at night. And we want your experience working with us to offer the same level of comfort. We are happy to help fulfill warranties and work with you to get your maximum benefits. And every job we do puts safety first, so above all else, you can rest assured inside your home. By doing the right work early, you’ll stay ten steps ahead of possible costly damage from chimney issues while keeping your family safe and warm inside.
A properly installed chimney keeps you and your home safe. Let’s make sure it’s done correctly.
