Bronxville, NY

Masonry Restoration in Bronxville

Repointing with mortar matched to the original, brick and stone replacement and crown rebuilds, so the repair looks like it was always there.

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  • Fully insured
  • Camera inspection on every visit
  • Written photo report
  • Quoted before we start
When to call

Signs it is time

  • Mortar joints that are sandy, recessed or missing
  • Cracked, spalling or loose bricks or stones, especially near the top
  • White staining (efflorescence) on the outside of the stack
  • A crown that is cracked, crumbling or has no overhang
  • Pieces of masonry or tile on the roof or in the firebox
What is included

What we actually do

  1. Repointing with a mortar matched to the age and type of masonry
  2. Replacement of damaged brick or stone, matched as closely as possible
  3. Crown repair or a new poured crown with a drip edge
  4. Partial or full rebuilds above the roofline when the stack is unsound
  5. Photos before, during and after, plus advice on keeping water out afterward
Copper capCrownFlue linerStone & mortarFlashing
Illustration: the parts of a chimney above the roofline
Where this work happens

The part of the chimney masonry restoration deals with

The highlighted part is the focus of this service. We still photograph the rest, so nothing is missed.

  1. CapKeeps rain, leaves and animals out of the flue and stops sparks landing on the roof. Caps, Crowns & Flashing →
  2. CrownThe concrete slab on top of the stack. Once it cracks, water goes straight into the masonry below. Masonry Restoration →
  3. Flue linerCarries smoke and exhaust safely up and out. Cracked or missing liners are the most common hidden problem. Chimney Liners →
  4. MasonryBrick or stone and mortar. Freeze-thaw cycles open the joints first, then the bricks start to spall. Masonry Restoration →
  5. FlashingMetal that seals the joint between the chimney and the roof, and the source of most leaks. Caps, Crowns & Flashing →
What the visit looks like

How we handle masonry restoration

Tell us about the chimney

How many fireplaces, whether the boiler shares the chimney, and what made you get in touch. A few lines is enough.

Pick a time

We give you a real appointment window and arrive inside it.

Inspect first

Camera up each flue and photos of the crown, cap and flashing before we recommend anything.

Written report

What we found, and what should be fixed now versus what can wait.

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We reply to every enquiry. No call centre, no automated runaround.

Masonry Restoration questions

Before you book

Why does the mortar matter so much?
Older brick is softer than modern brick. A hard modern mortar on an old chimney forces water and movement into the bricks instead of the joints, and the bricks start to crack and spall. The repair has to match the masonry.
Can a leaning or cracked chimney be saved?
Often the top section can be taken down and rebuilt from the roofline without touching the rest. We check how far the damage goes before recommending anything.
What time of year is best for masonry work?
Mortar needs temperatures above freezing to cure, so major work is planned for spring through late fall. Urgent repairs can be made safe in winter and finished later.
Also useful

Other things we look after

Chimney Sweeping

Creosote and soot cleared from every flue and smoke chamber, with drop cloths down and a HEPA vacuum running. Each fireplace in the house gets swept and photographed.

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Chimney Inspections

Camera inspections with a written report and photos. Level 2 inspections for home sales and co-op boards, which most pre-war houses need.

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Chimney Liners

Stainless steel liners for cracked clay flues and for boilers and water heaters venting into old masonry. Sized to the fireplace or appliance.

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Masonry Restoration in Bronxville and nearby

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