Chimney contractor Kingston ON
We at Masonry Kingston take pride in our masonry work, and our chimney repairs, restoration and rebuilds are no exception. When we do a chimney restoration, the appearance can be dramatically improved, but that’s not the only benefit - the protective function of the chimney is restored.
More often than not, moisture is the root cause of many of the chimney problems. We ensure we go through each step meticulously, never cutting corners to drive the initial price of the labour down. We do it right the first time around because we care about the ongoing relationship we develop with our customers, as we rely on word of mouth. One of the first things we do when we’re called in for chimney services is to ensure the surrounding roof and area are protected. We want to make sure our work does not affect or damage delicate surfaces or equipment such as air conditioners or heat pumps. We then evaluate the extent of the damage. In many cases, it will be a chimney brick repair, but there are different types. Chimney repairs are generally classified into 3 different categories: A) Chimney brick repair: this may involve the brick itself (spalling such as peeling, cracking, flaking, usually caused by external mechanical forces, or more commonly water penetration leading to expansion and contraction from temperature fluctuations), or the mortar connecting the masonry brick units becomes weak and brittle and begins to flake, causing structural integrity issues to the entire chimney. |
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Our brick masons are highly skilled at assessing the damage and determining the right amount of work needed - doing a complete chimney rebuild when only a couple of bricks are spalled is overkill and causes an unnecessary expense to the property owner when a simple brick repair would have sufficed. On the other hand, a seemingly simple refacing job of addressing spalling could run deeper, and depending on the existing water damage, may require the chimney to be torn down to below the flash to minimize the need for future repairs, which can be more costly in the long run.
B) Chimney lining repair: the inner lining of the chimney is called the flue. Cracks in any part of the flue can be a hazard to your home if you’re actively using your fireplace, which can allow heat into combustible parts of your home, creating a fire hazard. Certain flue lining materials are more susceptible to heat and stress, so should be regularly inspected.
C) Chimney crown replacement: the chimney cap or crown is what keeps environmental elements like leaves, twigs, dirt, and water from entering the chimney. Cracks in the crown warrant a replacement, otherwise water related problems may arise in the other areas of the chimney including the brick and mortar.
Masonry Kingston is committed to providing the highest quality workmanship in all our chimney restoration or repair projects. We do what’s right for the customers, as if we were working on our own chimneys. We want to make sure your chimney will look like new while restoring its protective function that will last many years without the need of frequent repairs, saving you money in the long run. Call Masonry Kingston today to schedule a consultation. We look forward to beautifying your chimney.
B) Chimney lining repair: the inner lining of the chimney is called the flue. Cracks in any part of the flue can be a hazard to your home if you’re actively using your fireplace, which can allow heat into combustible parts of your home, creating a fire hazard. Certain flue lining materials are more susceptible to heat and stress, so should be regularly inspected.
C) Chimney crown replacement: the chimney cap or crown is what keeps environmental elements like leaves, twigs, dirt, and water from entering the chimney. Cracks in the crown warrant a replacement, otherwise water related problems may arise in the other areas of the chimney including the brick and mortar.
Masonry Kingston is committed to providing the highest quality workmanship in all our chimney restoration or repair projects. We do what’s right for the customers, as if we were working on our own chimneys. We want to make sure your chimney will look like new while restoring its protective function that will last many years without the need of frequent repairs, saving you money in the long run. Call Masonry Kingston today to schedule a consultation. We look forward to beautifying your chimney.
