Stone chimney repair specialists for Aloma homes
Local experts in Aloma who find where water gets behind the stone before resetting a single piece.
- Licensed & insured
- Locally run
- Family owned and operated
- Same-day service available
Points we price on a stone job in Aloma
Loose stone in Aloma traces back to something on this list, and the estimate says what.
- Natural stone or manufactured veneer identified
- Mortar smears brushed off after setting
- Cap, crown and flashing work listed separately
- Permit requirement checked for rebuild work
Stone chimney repair details for Aloma homes
What our specialists in Aloma check on every stone chimney they climb.
Working in hot or dry weather
The same instructions say that in hot or dry weather, the back of each stone should be moistened with a fine spray or wet brush, and a concrete, masonry or scratch coat backing dampened before mortar goes on. Surfaces should look damp but carry no standing water.
Skipping that step lets the stone and backing pull water from the fresh mortar too quickly, weakening the bond. We plan the work and the dampening around the conditions on the day.
Filling deep joints a layer at a time
Where the old mortar came out more than about an inch deep, the brief has the deep spots filled first, packing mortar in layers of roughly a quarter inch and letting each reach thumbprint hardness before the next goes on. Most shrinkage happens as mortar hardens, so layering keeps it small.
Deep stone joints take several layers and more time. We price that time honestly, because a deep joint filled in one go shrinks, cracks away from the stone and lets water straight back in.
When moisture is forced through the stone
The brief explains that masonry deterioration from deposits left by evaporating water happens when the mortar is less permeable than the masonry unit. Moisture that cannot leave through the joints leaves through the stone, and the minerals it carries can damage the stone face as they are left behind.
Flaking stone next to hard, gray patching is a pattern we look for. The repair is to remove the hard mortar, repoint with a compatible mix and replace any units too damaged to keep.
Acid cleaners and stone
Preservation guidance keeps chemical cleaners, acids above all, off dry masonry, and has the wall wetted thoroughly before any chemical and rinsed well after it. One manufactured stone maker rules out acid and acid-based products entirely.
Acid can etch some natural stones and discolor cast stone. We start with water and mild detergent, test anything stronger on a hidden spot and tell you in writing what was used and why.
What cannot be seen from the surface
A surface inspection shows the stone, the joints and the details at the edges. It cannot show the condition of the barrier, lath and scratch coat behind intact veneer, or the core of a solid stone chimney.
We say so in writing. When a finding suggests a hidden problem, we explain what a small opening would involve and what it would cost, and nothing is opened without your approval.
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Asked in Aloma about stone chimney repair
Missing your question? Our Aloma masons will answer it by phone.
Do you offer a discount on stone chimney repair?
Yes. Book within 72 hours after your free inspection and take 10% off, and stone chimney repair counts. Mention it when you book and it shows on your written estimate.
How often should a stone chimney be inspected?
Under NFPA 211, a chimney, its fireplace and its vents are inspected every year at a minimum. For a stone chimney, that yearly visit is a good time to tap the stones, check the joints and look at the cap and flashing.
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