Chimney Repair in Westfield, NJ

Have the flue inspected and cleaned regularly. Cracked or missing tile sections, deteriorated mortar joints between tiles and creosote buildup are all safety issues that are invisible from the hearth. We inspect the flue interior, clean it and reline where the tile has failed.

Yes. An open, unused flue takes in rain that keeps the masonry wet from the inside and can reach the smoke shelf or furnace connector. Capping it stops that and keeps out animals. Multi-flue caps cover several flues at once and are a straightforward part of chimney maintenance on Westfield's older homes.

We select brick and mortar that match the existing color, size and texture as closely as practical. Exact matches for very old brick are not always available, but careful selection and matched mortar joints keep repairs from standing out. In historic districts, confirm any exterior review requirements with the town.

Usually only the section above the roofline, where the weather does its work. If the brick there is loose, spalled or leaning, we take it down to sound masonry and rebuild with a new crown and cap. The chimney inside the house is typically fine. An inspection tells us how far down the deterioration goes.