Chimney Repair in North Bergen, NJ

A leaning chimney above a flat roof in a dense neighborhood is a safety concern and should be inspected promptly. The usual cause is failed mortar in the upper courses. We assess how far down the damage goes and rebuild from a sound course up with a new crown and cap.

If the chimney is in use, it needs to be sound and safe regardless of what it vents. Repointing worn joints, capping the flue and relining if needed keeps the chimney working and prevents water damage to the building. If the appliance is replaced with a direct-vent unit later, the chimney can then be sealed or removed.

Yes. We install base flashing that is part of the roof membrane and counterflashing let into the mortar joints of the chimney, then cap the top. This two-part system handles movement between the chimney and roof far better than tar alone, which is what we usually find on North Bergen roofs.

Yes. Brick chimneys and boiler stacks on apartment buildings along North Bergen's main avenues present the same problems as those on smaller houses, just at a larger scale. We inspect, repoint, rebuild, reline and cap them, and coordinate with building management on access and scheduling.