The chimney is an essential part of both old and new construction. It ventilates flue gases and smoke up and out of the house. Masonry maintenance is necessary to ensure the chimney retains its structural integrity. Premier Pointing, Ardmore’s chimney repair expert, recommends inspecting your chimney on an annual basis to check for architectural damage. The following are just SOME telltale signs that your chimney may need repair:
• Broken down mortar joints- Weathering, especially on the Northeast Coast, can have disastrous effects on chimney joints. Mortar joints hold together masonry units, but overtime they begin to deteriorate; leaving your chimney susceptible to damage.
• Flaking- Ice and snow will enter chimney’s brick or stone units, causing the surface to flake or spall. If it goes untreated you might have to look into a chimney rebuild.
• Creatures- Animals can be a great indicator that there are gaps within your chimney’s structure. Birds, rodents, and other creatures will make your failed chimney their new home.
If you’re noticing any of these forewarnings, it is time to call Premier and speak with one of our Ardmore chimney repair masons. Premier Pointing has been providing local homeowners with professional brick, stone, and stucco chimney restoration for years.
Our timely and cost-effective service will leave you questioning why you ever contracted another mason. Our Ardmore chimney repairers provide the following services:
• Repointing- Restore your mortar joints back to new!
• Rebuilds- Tired of the woodland creatures not paying rent for living in your chimney? Scared another brick might make its way off the roof and onto your unsuspecting mother-in-law’s head? I guess that doesn’t sound too bad, but if bricks are loose or missing entirely it might be time for a rebuild. Premier Pointing has the scaffolding equipment and craftsmen needed to complete even the most complicated rebuilds.
• Minor masonry repair- Premier does minor masonry repairs to stucco, brick, and stone chimneys.
If your chimney isn’t up-to-spec and you don’t want to lose an arm and a leg getting it fixed, call Premier Pointing today for your free estimate.