Chimneys take a beating out there in the elements.
Over time, chimneys develop cracks in the crown and mortar to crumbling bricks. Masters’ skilled team can quickly have your chimney looking brand new, safe and structurally sound. CLICK OUR SERVICES BELOW TO LEARN MORE AND VIEW PICTURES…
Chimney Relining
Your chimney liner plays a major role in the safety of your chimney.
The chimney liner protects the house from heat transfer, which helps prevent house fires and carbon monoxide from entering the home. It also protects the masonry of your chimney from damage and ensures that you are heating your home efficiently. Because your lining is such an integral part of your heating system, we take extra care to address it during inspections and cleanings.
Is your chimney cracked or crumbling?
If that answer is yes, then it may be time to reline. And when the time comes, you can count on us to professionally reline your chimney with high quality lining, expert rebuilding, and repointing services. We are certified and licensed to take on the task of repairing and replacing your chimney lining, and we stand behind our craftsmanship.
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Chimney Repair
Over time, chimneys being to fall apart and safety becomes an issue.
From cracks in the crown and mortar to crumbling bricks, our skilled team can quickly have your chimney looking brand new, safe and structurally sound.
Our masonry services include:
- Brick Replacements
- Crown Repair or Replacements
- Tuckpointing
- Flashing Repair or Replacements
- Firebox Repairs
- Cleanings
- Cap Repair and Replacements
- Damper Replacements
- Screen Repairs
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Chimney Crown Repair
We can help make your chimney lasts for years to come.
The chimney crown is a vital part of your chimney system. The crown circles the top of the chimney and acts an umbrella that’s intended to protect it from water damage. If your crown is cracked or damaged, moisture can seep into the masonry material and start deteriorating your chimney from the inside out.
If you believe your chimney crown needs attention, call the professionals at Masters. We will send a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep Technician to inspect the crown and determine the best course of action.
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Chimney Repointing
Weather and other factors play a role in when repointing will be needed.
Repointing is the process of replacing the external pieces of the mortar and joints between the bricks of a chimney. Most often, repointing is a result of weather damage or old age.
Repointing a chimney requires expert masonry skills and we employ only the most experienced master masons in the Maryland area. Repointing is challenging and you must be able to adapt to each repointing project and meet the immediate needs that the bricks and mortar require. Our professionals will remove mortar and joints, correct mortar, repair damage, and use a waterproof seal to protect your chimney’s future.
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Parging Smoke Chamber
A safer, more pleasant fireside experience is possible with smoke chamber parging.
Parging is a process that adds a layer of stucco-like material to certain areas within the chimney system such as the smoke chamber to create a smooth environment through which smoke can easily move. When performed by a professional, parging offers numerous benefits including:
- Increases the safety of your chimney
- Cover cracks, water damage, or gaps.
- Improves the structural integrity of your smoke chamber
- More efficient draft and fireplace performance
- Reduced creosote buildup in the chimney
Parging mixtures are typically a combination of lime, cement, and water. A masonry expert trowels mortar onto the wall and spreads it in a thin layer. Parging will cover any imperfections and also seals air leaks in your concrete wall.
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Chimney Rebuilding
Enhance the aesthetic beauty of your home by restoring your chimney.
When a chimney has suffered extensive damage, the best recourse is a complete or partial chimney rebuild. Severely damaged chimneys can lead to a house fire, or they can collapse and endanger the lives and safety of anyone in the vicinity. With a rebuilt chimney, you’re back to safe and predictable operation.
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Chimney Caps
Chimney Caps are the most inexpensive chimney preventative you can invest in.
We highly recommend that all chimney be fitted with a chimney cap to prevent water from penetrating and damaging the chimney. In addition to protecting your chimney from water, a chimney cap will also prevent birds and small animals from entering or nesting in your chimney and can prevent sparks from exiting the top of your chimney and causing damage to nearby trees and your roof.
Masters Chimney & Hearth can install, repair, or replace your chimney’s cap as part of our routine maintenance or if we notice damage during an inspection. Having a functional chimney cap will make your home safe and will give you the peace of mind you deserve.
Chimney Waterproofing
Over time, rain will enter your chimney’s masonry and cause damage.
In an area like the DC Metro that receives so much rainfall, it’s important to consider protecting your chimney with waterproofing.
Signs you may need to waterproof your chimney:
- Brick Damage- flaking or crumbling of whole bricks or stones
- Rust
- Water Stains both light and dark
- Mortar Damage
The only way to prevent water damage to your chimney and protect it is to waterproof it. Waterproofing requires our team to either spray or brush on material to your chimney, which prevents water from penetrating the masonry of your bricks or stone.
If you are noticing signs of water damage or want to waterproof as a preventative measure to extend the life of your chimney, you can count on Masters Chimney and Hearth to expertly seal your chimney and give you peace of mind when it rains.
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