{"id":2268,"date":"2016-05-12T13:56:47","date_gmt":"2016-05-12T17:56:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/?p=2268"},"modified":"2016-05-16T09:17:55","modified_gmt":"2016-05-16T13:17:55","slug":"chimney-masonry-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/chimney-masonry-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Chimney Masonry Repairs That Last"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/crack-in-masonry-chimney-crown.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2269\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2269\" src=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/crack-in-masonry-chimney-crown.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of a deteriorating brick chimney with a foggy background. \" width=\"575\" height=\"382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/crack-in-masonry-chimney-crown.jpg 575w, https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/crack-in-masonry-chimney-crown-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" \/><\/a><\/h1>\n<h2>When is the Best Time for Chimney Masonry Repair? Now!<\/h2>\n<p>With warmer weather on its way, why should you be thinking about chimney inspection and chimney masonry repair? Because <em>now<\/em> is the optimum time to find out if there are any problems and correct them, while good weather is still on your side.<\/p>\n<p>Over the winter, your chimney\u2019s masonry \u2013 the bricks and mortar or other material that extend the chimney\u2013 may have been damaged by the elements. All masonry chimney materials eventually deteriorate as a result of prolonged contact with water. But the freeze-thaw cycle we\u2019re so familiar with in Michigan and Ohio accelerates that process because when the moisture within the masonry freezes, it expands and causes stress. Not only that, water penetration can cause other interior and exterior chimney damage, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rusted damper assemblies<\/li>\n<li>Deteriorated metal or masonry firebox assemblies<\/li>\n<li>Rusted fireplace accessories and glass doors<\/li>\n<li>Rotting adjacent wood and ruined wall coverings<\/li>\n<li>Deteriorated central heating system<\/li>\n<li>Cracked or deteriorated flue lining system<\/li>\n<li>Collapsed hearth support<\/li>\n<li>Tilted or collapsed chimney structure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Take Action Before Bad Weather Returns<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-and-doctor-flue-truck.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2270\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2270 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-and-doctor-flue-truck.jpg\" alt=\"A cracked chimney crown viewed from a rooftop with a Doctor Flue truck parked in the driveway behind it, ready to make chimney masonry repair.\" width=\"575\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-and-doctor-flue-truck.jpg 575w, https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-and-doctor-flue-truck-300x160.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>How and when should you start? Start now by scheduling a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/chimney-inspection.php\" target=\"_blank\">chimney inspection<\/a> so you have time to make masonry repairs before winter. Repairs done on masonry require time and warm, dry conditions to cure properly. If you discover early what needs to be done, you can plan ahead and take advantage of the summer weather.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>If you need an extensive chimney repair<\/em><\/strong>, or it just isn\u2019t a job you want to tackle on your own, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/contact-doctor-flue.php\" target=\"_blank\">contact Doctor Flue<\/a>! We offer comprehensive chimney repair services. Our certified technicians are trained in the latest repair methods, and all chimney damages are fully documented with photos and video scan, when accessible, allowing us to show and explain to you the issues the same day as the inspection.<\/p>\n<p>However, <strong><em>if the damage isn\u2019t extensive<\/em><\/strong>, you can make some simple chimney repairs if you know what to look for and how to properly mend the damage. Again, these repairs should only be done during warm, dry weather \u2013 not only for safety\u2019s sake, but to allow the materials to properly cure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Repairing or Replacing a Damaged Chimney Crown<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-repair-before-and-after.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2271\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2271 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-repair-before-and-after.jpg\" alt=\"A damaged chimney crown before and after chimney masonry repair by Doctor Flue, inc.. \" width=\"575\" height=\"233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-repair-before-and-after.jpg 575w, https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/damaged-chimney-crown-repair-before-and-after-300x122.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/chase-covers-crowns.php\" target=\"_blank\">chimney crown<\/a> is the top element of a masonry chimney and holds the chimney cap in place. It covers and seals the top of the chimney from the flue liner to the chimney edge. Over time, moisture and those freeze-thaw cycles can cause cracks to form in the crown. Sealing the chimney crown with crown sealer \u2013 a flexible elastomeric coating \u2013 is the best way to stop existing cracks from spreading and prevent new ones. Prepare the crown by cleaning it with a stiff poly or nylon brush. Fill any large cracks with patching cement or 100% silicone caulk. Tarp around the chimney and apply two coats of crown sealer, forcing it into any cracks.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Repairing Deteriorated Mortar Joints<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/deteriorating-chimney-mortar-joints-close-up.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2272\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2272\" src=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/deteriorating-chimney-mortar-joints-close-up.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of deteriorating chimney mortar joints with plant life growing out of the cracks. \" width=\"575\" height=\"283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/deteriorating-chimney-mortar-joints-close-up.jpg 575w, https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/deteriorating-chimney-mortar-joints-close-up-300x148.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>When mortar deteriorates from exposure to weather, it becomes much more absorbent, making it easy for even more water damage to occur. A common repair for deteriorated mortar joints is called <em>repointing<\/em>. 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, done with proper materials, will give the chimney a much longer life span and newer appearance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Protecting Your Chimney from Water Damage<\/h2>\n<p>Many types of brick can act like a sponge, absorbing water then wicking the moisture to the chimney interior, where it can do even more damage. However, there are several water-repelling products available for masonry chimneys. These formulas are 100% vapor permeable, which means that they allow the chimney to \u201cbreathe.\u201d Water vapor produced during application is allowed to escape, while the water repellent prevents water from entering from the outside. Water repellents can be applied by hand or with a sprayer (make sure any surrounding shingles are covered by a tarp); expect to pay $25-$40 per gallon for them. But remember that waterproofing is a preventive measure. When damage or deterioration already exists in a masonry structure, it should be repaired and allowed to cure 3-4 weeks before the water repellent is applied.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Perfect Your Chimney This Season<\/h2>\n<p>Take advantage of the warm, weather ahead \u2013 and our off-season availability \u2013 by scheduling your chimney inspection today! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/request-an-appointment.php\">Schedule appointment now<\/a> and your chimney will be ready when those cold winds roll in!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Connect with Doctor Flue on Social Media<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DrFlue\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/DoctorFlue\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/+Doctorflue\/posts\" target=\"_blank\">Google +<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/DoctorFlue\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/DocFlue\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pinterest<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/doctorflue\/doctor-flue-inc\" target=\"_blank\">Houzz<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When is the Best Time for Chimney Masonry Repair? 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