We repair chimneys throughout West Orange: repointing, crown replacement, caps, flashing, liner installation, partial and full rebuilds above the roofline, waterproofing and cleaning. Many split-levels have chimneys serving a lower-level fireplace and a furnace through a long run of flue, and those flues deserve a look if the house has converted to gas.
A chimney that leaks is usually letting water in at the top, through the crown and the brick, rather than at the flashing, though flashing is the first thing most people blame. We inspect the whole stack and show you photos of what is actually failing before recommending any work.
Repair, repoint or rebuild in West Orange
Begin with an inspection of the crown, cap, masonry, flashing and flue. For most West Orange chimneys, the right scope is a combination of a new crown, repointing of the upper courses, a cap and in some cases a liner. Chimneys with loose or leaning upper sections or widespread spalling are rebuilt from the roofline up. We give you photos and a written scope either way.
If you have had the house converted to gas or installed a new high-efficiency furnace, confirm how it vents. Appliances that still use the masonry flue often need a liner, and the issue is easy to overlook because the damage happens inside the chimney.
