Water is the main enemy of any chimney. It gets into the brick and mortar, freezes and thaws through the winter, and slowly breaks the masonry down. If you've noticed cracked mortar, loose bricks or a leak near your fireplace, call us before it gets worse.
We repair chimneys in Calgary and the surrounding area. After an inspection, we replace damaged brick, repoint worn mortar, and repair the crown and cap, using materials that match the rest of the chimney.
Fixing a small problem early is simpler than waiting for water to reach your walls and ceiling.
Stops leaksFixes the mortarReplaces damaged brickMatches your chimneyEvery chimney is different. Age, exposure and the condition of the brick all change what it needs, so we inspect first: the brick, the mortar joints, the crown and cap, and the masonry around the chimney. Then we recommend a repair.
The work can include repointing worn mortar joints, replacing spalled brick, and repairing parts damaged by weather. We keep the finish clean so the repair doesn't look like a patch.
1We check for cracks, spalling brick and the overall condition.
2We put together a repair plan based on the damage we find.
3Spalled brick is replaced and damaged mortar is repaired.
4We seal the repair to keep water out and protect the chimney through winter.
After a heavy rain, we started seeing signs of moisture around the fireplace. DMG Masonry found the problem with the chimney and repaired it before it turned into something bigger. It's been holding up well ever since.
The finished work blends in really well, and it doesn't stand out like a patch job.
A damaged chimney can affect the safety and condition of the whole structure. Our repairs strengthen the chimney and keep water out, so the damage doesn't spread.
A stronger structureWater kept outDamage stopped before it spreadsLook for cracked or crumbling mortar, loose bricks, brick faces flaking off (spalling), water stains or leaks near the fireplace, and a fireplace that doesn't draw as well as it used to. If you see any of these, we'll inspect the chimney and tell you what needs doing.
Yes. A damaged chimney can become unstable, let water into the house and cause ventilation problems. The earlier it's fixed, the less likely it is to turn into a bigger repair.
Yes. Water coming in through a chimney can damage the brick around it and show up as stains on nearby ceilings and walls. Fixing the leak early stops the damage spreading.
Yes. Chimney repairs have to meet the applicable building and safety requirements, and we do our work to those standards.
We recommend at least once a year, especially if you use the fireplace a lot. A yearly check catches small problems before they grow.
Seeing cracks or a leak? Tell us what's happening and we'll arrange an inspection. Call 1-403-619-8727 or fill in the form.
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