Sound masonry chimneys waterproofed in Pershing
Stop guessing about that damp chimney. Our Pershing pros inspect for free and put the fix, and its limits, in writing.
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Line by line, your waterproofing proposal in Pershing
Your written scope in Pershing starts with these checks and shows 10% off if you book within 72 hours after the inspection.
- Open, cracked or eroded mortar joints to repair first
- Any paint, sealer or coating already on the chimney
- Weather window and drying needs for the product
- Areas we recommend leaving untreated, and why
Chimney waterproofing explained for Pershing homeowners
Our team in Pershing walks every homeowner through points like these.
How the repellent cures on the chimney
Many masonry repellents are not fully working the moment they are sprayed. The ChimneySaver water-base product, for example, reacts with the minerals in the masonry in the presence of sunlight and moisture in the air to form bonds beneath the surface.
Its data sheet gives a drying time of about two to six hours depending on temperature and humidity. We plan the job so the treated faces have that time without rain, and we explain that water may not bead fully until the product has had time to react. Checking the result too early can give the wrong impression.
Temperature limits for chimney treatments
Repellents have a working temperature range. Product instructions for ChimneySaver water-base ask for surface and air temperatures between 40 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit for three hours after application, and the Brick Industry Association notes similar limits for most coatings.
A chimney face in full afternoon sun can run much hotter than the air around it, so we pay attention to the surface as well as the forecast. On hot days we plan the work for cooler hours or shaded faces. The goal is a product that soaks in and cures as its maker intended, not one that flashes off a baking brick.
Our workmanship warranty and the product's coverage
Two kinds of coverage apply to chimney waterproofing. The product maker covers its product under its own terms and conditions, and our workmanship warranty covers the application we perform, from prep to coverage to cleanup.
We keep those separate on your paperwork so you know who to call about what. If a face we treated was missed or the application was not done the way we agreed, that is ours to fix. Keep the estimate, the product details and the invoice together, and call our local team with any question.
How we set the treatment date
The treatment date depends on three things: cure time after any repairs, a dry surface and a weather window that suits the product. We work backward from those, not from a slot on the calendar.
Once the repairs are done and cured, we watch the forecast with you. When a suitable stretch comes, we confirm the day and arrive ready to protect the roof and landscaping. If rain moves in unexpectedly, we pause or reschedule without charging you for the change.
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Waterproofing answers for Pershing homeowners
If your question is not here, our Pershing team is a phone call away.
Is waterproofing worth it on a chimney that is in good shape?
Sometimes it is not needed at all. Masonry guidance says well-built brickwork usually manages water without a repellent. On a very exposed chimney, a treatment can still help, and we explain the tradeoffs so you can decide.
Can I use a clear sealer from the hardware store?
We would ask you to wait for our look first. A can on the shelf might be a breathable penetrant or a film former, and some are made for driveways or decks, not brick. A film sealer on a chimney is much harder to undo than to avoid, and our inspection costs nothing.
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