Professional Chimney Repairs & Rebuilds In Brooklyn
At Storm Waterproofing & Masonry we provide chimney repairs and rebuilds to keep your chimney functioning properly and safely. We specialize in chimney repairing, restoring, and repointing. No project is too big or too small for us. Whether your chimney is damaged from weather, or if you need a new chimney built, we can help.
The main purpose of a chimney is to vent the products of combustion from your home. That function is crucial because the products of combustion contain hazardous and noxious gasses. One of the hazardous gasses your chimney needs to remove from your home is carbon monoxide.
The other important function of chimneys, especially those using wood stoves or fireplaces, is to keep excessive heat from combustible materials that surround the chimney. Heat or flames from a chimney fire can escape through cracks in the clay flue liner or through damaged or missing mortar joints of a chimney. They can then ignite surrounding combustible framing members of a house.
Brick Masonry Restoration
Brick masonry can deteriorate due to various environmental factors. If your brick masonry structure requires restoration and preservation, we have a team of expert masonry contractors who understand brick structures and can restore your structure to its previous glory.
Brick Repair
Are broken/crumbling bricks in your property worrying you? We work on the damaged bricks and repair them. Our expert workmanship camouflages the repaired bricks and ensures that the structure looks strong and attractive.
Repointing Brickwork
Mortar joints keep a brick or stone structure strong. When the mortar joints are damaged, you need to hire an expert to repair them. Repointing is the process of repairing mortar joints.
A note on carbon monoxide
A chimney functions to remove the byproducts of burning fuel. Carbon monoxide is one of these byproducts. It is a colorless, odorless gas that is a serious health hazard. It causes illness and death if it is inhaled in large amounts. For the safety of your family and guests is critical to that your chimney is maintained properly so that carbon monoxide and other harmful fuel byproducts do not enter your home. Annual inspections are important. Also, you should have carbon monoxide detectors installed on each floor of your home, as well as in sleeping areas. Carbon monoxide detectors can let you know if there are possible problems with the venting systems of your furnace, gas hot water heater, or gas stove and can keep you from being harmed from prolonged exposure to low levels of carbon monoxide.
Comprehensive Chimney Solutions
If you are interested in learning more about our chimney repair services or if you are ready to schedule service, call our Quincy, MA office at (617) 778-3166 or request an estimate online.