Seal & protect
For a chimney that's sound but starting to take on water. Hairline crown cracks sealed, flashing resealed, and the masonry treated with a water repellent.
- Sound brick and mortar
- Stops early leaks
- Least cost
Chimney repair
Stop the leak. Save the chimney.
Northwest rain finds every weak spot in a chimney: a cracked crown, tired mortar, loose flashing. We repair the masonry and seal out the water, so a small problem doesn't turn into a rebuild.
- License
- WA [License #]
- Insurance
- [Insurance details]
- Hours
- [Business hours]
- Service area
- Seattle & the Eastside
Safe
Chimneys swept and inspected, so every fire burns the way it should.
Dry
Gutters and roofs kept clear, so rain goes where it belongs.
Clean
Floors covered, work areas contained, and nothing left behind.
Clear
Photos of what we find, and a written price before any repair.
What's included
Masonry repairs, top to bottom.
Water is behind most chimney damage. We fix what's broken and deal with how the water got in.
01
Tuckpointing
Crumbling mortar joints ground out and repointed with new mortar matched to the old.
02
Brick replacement
Cracked, loose, or flaking bricks cut out and replaced with matching brick.
03
Crown repair
Cracked crowns sealed or rebuilt with a proper slope and drip edge, so water runs off the top.
04
Flashing
Loose or failed flashing where the chimney meets the roof repaired, resealed, or replaced.
05
Waterproofing
A breathable water repellent applied to sound masonry, so rain stays out and moisture inside can still escape.
06
Firebox repair
Cracked firebrick replaced and joints repointed with heat-rated refractory mortar.
07
Smoke chamber
Rough, gapped smoke chambers smoothed and sealed with a heat-rated coating for better draft.
08
Partial rebuilds
When the top of the chimney is too far gone to repair, it is rebuilt from the roofline up.
Your options
Seal, repair, or rebuild.
We'll show you photos of the damage and recommend the smallest repair that will actually last.
Repair & repoint
For worn mortar joints, a few damaged bricks, or a cracked crown. Joints repointed, bricks replaced, and the crown rebuilt.
- Crumbling mortar
- Flaking or loose bricks
- New crown
Rebuild from the roofline
For a chimney top that's leaning, loose, or badly weathered. The damaged section is taken down and rebuilt with new brick, crown, and cap.
- Leaning or loose top
- New brick, crown, and cap
- Longest lasting
| Seal & protect | Repair & repoint | Rebuild | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Early signs of water | Worn joints and damaged bricks | Tops that are loose or leaning |
| Masonry work | Minimal | Joints and individual bricks | Whole section rebuilt |
| Time on site | Shortest | Moderate | Longest |
| Budget | $ | $$ | $$$ |
How it works
A simple visit. No surprises.
Four of the six steps happen before any work begins, so you always know what's being done and why.
- 01
Book a visit
Tell us what you need and where you are. We confirm a day and an arrival window.
- 02
We arrive & protect
Floors and furniture near the fireplace are covered, and outdoor work areas are set up safely.
- 03
We look first
Before any tools come out, we check the chimney, gutters, roof, or vent and take photos.
- 04
Clear price
You see what we found. If anything beyond the booked service is needed, you get the price first.
- Work ▼
- 05
The work
The job you approved, done carefully and by the book.
- 06
Cleanup & report
We clean up, haul away debris, and walk you through what was done, with photos.
FAQ
Chimney repair questions.
Anything else, ask us when you book.
01Why is my chimney leaking?
The usual causes are a cracked crown, a missing or damaged cap, failed flashing where the chimney meets the roof, and worn mortar joints that soak up rain. We find the source first, because sealing the wrong spot doesn't stop the leak.
02What is the white staining on my chimney?
It's called efflorescence: salts left behind when water moves through the brick and evaporates. The stain itself is harmless, but it tells you the chimney is taking on water.
03Can masonry repairs be done in winter?
Some can. Mortar needs to cure above freezing and out of the rain, so larger masonry jobs are usually scheduled for drier weather. An urgent leak can be covered and protected until then.
04My chimney was damaged in an earthquake. Can it be repaired?
Often, yes. It starts with a Level 2 inspection to see how far the damage goes. See how inspections work.
05Is waterproofing just a coat of sealant?
No. Ordinary sealers and paint trap moisture inside the brick, which makes damage worse. A breathable water repellent keeps rain out while letting moisture escape.
More services
While we're at your home.
Many of these can be done in the same visit.
Ready to cross it off the list?
Tell us what your home needs. We'll confirm a time and take it from there.