Chimney Repointing in MA & RI
Eroded mortar joints are one of the most common — and most preventable — sources of chimney water damage. Our repointing restores the seal and extends the life of your chimney.
CHIMNEY REPOINTING
What Is Repointing?
Repointing — also called tuckpointing — is the process of removing deteriorated mortar from between the brick joints and replacing it with fresh mortar. Mortar is softer than brick by design, meaning it weathers and erodes before the brick does. When mortar erodes, water penetrates the joints, saturates the masonry, and causes progressive freeze-thaw damage. Repointing is a preventive and restorative repair that protects the brickwork and extends the life of your chimney by decades.
WARNING SIGNS
Signs Your Chimney Needs Repointing
- Some mortar joints that look visibly recessed, crumbling, or eroded
- White staining (efflorescence) on the exterior brickwork
- Water entering the firebox after rain
Protect Your Chimney's Brickwork Before It's Too Late
Get a repointing assessment today.