Pittsburgh Chimney Repairs & Rebuilds
Chimney repairs are usually discovered as part of our annual cleaning and inspection service, but can be required at any time as a result of weather damage, water penetration, flue obstructions, or creosote build up.
If you have recently experienced a chimney fire or noticed that your chimney is not venting properly, you likely need to have your chimney or fireplace serviced.
Absolute Chimney provides safe, long-lasting chimney and fireplace repairs. Our team of chimney and fireplace experts will use their years of expertise, high quality workmanship, and durable materials and parts to restore your chimney and fireplace back to its ideal operating condition.
We specialize in repairing and restoring chimneys to their original beauty and functionality.
Absolute Chimney provides safe, long-lasting chimney and fireplace repairs. Our team of chimney and fireplace experts will use their years of expertise, high quality workmanship, and durable materials and parts to restore your chimney and fireplace back to its ideal operating condition.
Some problems you may encounter with your Chimney
Damaged Chimney Crowns
The chimney crown is the top piece of a masonry chimney. It covers and seals the top of the chimney from the flue liner to the chimney edge. The crown should provide a downward slope that will direct the water from the flue to the edge of the crown. The overhanging drip edge, by directingAbsolute-Chimney the run-off from the crown away from the chimney, helps prevent erosion of the brick and mortar in the chimney’s vertical surfaces.
Most masonry chimneys are built with an inadequate crown constructed from common mortar mix that is designed for years of weather abuse without cracking, chipping or deteriorating. A proper chimney crown should be constructed of a Portland cement-based mixture and cast or formed so it provides an overhang projecting beyond all sides of the chimney by a minimum of two inches. The flue liner tile should also project above the crown a minimum of two inches.
Deteriorated Chimney Mortar Joints
Deteriorated mortar joints on the chimneys exterior are entry spots for water. Proper mortar joints have no gaps or missing mortar and are shaped in a way that directs water out of the joint. When mortar deteriorates from exposure to weather, it becomes much more absorbent. A common repair for deteriorated mortar joints is called repointing. In this process, the existing mortar joint is cut to an appropriate depth and the joint is repacked with new mortar. The joint is then cut to form a concave surface that will direct water out of the joint. A good repointing job, using proper materials, will give the chimney a much longer life span, and often will enhance its appearance.
General Chimney Repair or Replace Flashing
Flashing is the seal between the roofing material and the chimney. Flashing prevents rainwater or snow melt from running down the chimney into living spaces where it can damage ceilings and walls and cause rot in rafters. The flashing is the expansion joint between two dissimilar materials. It is designed to allow both the roof and the chimney to expand and contract at their own rates without breaking the waterproof seal in either area.
☛Don’t wait until it’s too late.
We provide Chimney Repairs and Rebuild services for Southwestern Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh and surrounding communities. Call 412-751-5525 today for an appointment to meet with a trusted chimney expert at Absolute Chimney & Restoration.
Absolute Chimney provides top quality chimney, fireplace and restoration services at great prices all across Southwestern Pennsylvania. Our 5 star verified ratings and testimonials across the web is proof of our reputation. Call our office today. You’ll be glad you did!
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In the field
“Prompt and professional service. Addressed an issue with a newly installed damper in a very timely manner. Highly recommend Absolute Chimney.”
