Chimney mortar repair in Winter Park
Chimney tuckpointing pros for Winter Park homeowners, with a satisfaction guarantee on the joints we finish.
- Licensed & insured
- Locally run
- Family owned and operated
- Same-day service available
Tuckpointing details settled in writing in Winter Park
Good repointing is decided before the chisel comes out. Here is how we record four of those decisions in Winter Park.
- Crown, cap and flashing items listed apart
- Plant growth cut back from the joints
- Roof, gutter and yard protection
- Curing care for the new joints
Chimney repointing explained for Winter Park homeowners
How a repointing job runs in Winter Park, and the choices that stay with you.
Cracks that suggest movement
A crack that runs in a line through several courses, cutting across bricks as well as joints, points to movement in the masonry. Preservation Brief 2 lists differential settlement among the causes that should be dealt with before repointing.
Our specialists trace any such crack on your Winter Park chimney from end to end. If it reflects movement, filling it with fresh mortar is only cosmetic, and we explain what further assessment or repair is needed before joint work would last. Sometimes a crack is old and stable, and we say so when the evidence shows it.
Raking joints to at least twice their width
How deep the old mortar comes out decides how well the new mortar holds. Technical Note 46 calls for removal to a uniform depth of at least twice the joint width, generally about 3/4 inch, or until sound mortar is reached.
On a typical brick chimney in Winter Park, that means going well past the crumbly surface layer. A shallow skim of new mortar over old, loose material looks fine for a short while and then pops out. Our crew measures the depth as it rakes, joint after joint.
Controlling dust around your home
Raking out mortar makes dust, and on a chimney that dust drifts toward windows, doors, cars and pool areas. A little planning keeps it where it belongs.
Before work starts at your Winter Park home, our crew asks you to close nearby windows, covers what needs covering below the chimney and cleans up at the end of each day. If you have concerns about a particular area, tell us at the inspection and we will plan around it. Pets and children should stay clear of the area below the chimney while the crew is on the roof.
Other work in Winter Park
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- Stone Chimney RepairKeep stone repairs suited to the existing masonry.
- Ventless Gas Fireplace ServiceService the unit within its exact installation limits.
- Fireplace RestorationBring an unused fireplace back with a coordinated plan.
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairRepair the fireplace according to its model.
Before your chimney repointing in Winter Park
Our family-owned team in Winter Park answers what people ask about tuckpointing.
Should I seal the chimney after repointing?
Not right away. Industry guidance advises waiting several months after repairs before deciding on a water repellent, since coatings can trap moisture. We can talk through the options once the mortar has cured.
Can a painted chimney be repointed?
Yes. The failed mortar is removed through the paint and the joints are repointed, leaving the new mortar unpainted at first. We explain how long to wait before any repainting.
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