Rebuilding chimney crowns for homes in Hawthorne

Seal it now or rebuild it? You'll see both prices after a free crown inspection in Hawthorne.

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Locally owned and operated

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Rain streaking down the brick face

Seeing dark wet streaks or white stains running down the brick from the top of the chimney? Water is running off the crown and straight down the face, because the crown stops level with the brick face and has no overhang.

A crown that projects past the brick with a drip groove underneath throws water clear of the chimney face, so the brick stays drier. Our pros rebuild crowns that way, and they'll look at the brick and mortar below for damage the runoff has caused. Each repair is priced separately. Reserve a crown with a proper overhang in Hawthorne by dialing (352) 675-6366.

Hawthorne is on our Alachua County list of places we serve. When the 2020 Census counted Hawthorne, it found 1,478 residents.

What's Included

Hairline seals up to new cast crowns

Broken crowns removed and cast new
Overhangs and drip edges formed on every side
Flue tile seals cut out and redone flexibly
Multi-flue crowns sloped away from every tile

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Local Conditions

Crown seals in full sun

The flexible sealant around each flue tile on a crown in Hawthorne takes direct sun and heat from the flue below. Over the years it dries out and pulls away from the tile. Our pros check those seals whenever they're on the roof and replace any that have cracked, since a failed seal lets water run down the outside of the tile into the chimney.

Our Process

Cracks read, crown sealed, cure recorded

Read every crack

Our pros sort the cracks, check the slope, edge and flue seals, and look for rust inside.
Choose seal or rebuild

You see a coating, a patch and a new crown priced side by side where each fits.
Repair in the right weather

Coatings go on dry crowns; new crowns get forms, reinforcement, slope and a drip edge.
Cure and show you

The crown is covered to cure, flue joints are sealed, and you get the waiting time written out.

Why Choose Us

Crowns built to shed water in Hawthorne

Locally owned and run
A family-run company
100% satisfaction guarantee
Your inspection is free
Same-day visits available
Arrange a visit, take 10% off

Flexible seals go around every flue tile, so the tile and the concrete can move without cracking.

Your written price is freeYou get free written prices for sealing and for rebuilding, side by side.
Family owned and runFamily owned, and we build crowns in Hawthorne the way we'd want our own built.
Our workmanship warrantyEach crown we seal or rebuild is listed on the quote with our workmanship warranty beside it.

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Getting a crown ready for a coating

A flexible crown coating only works on a crown that's ready for it. Maker data sheets, such as the one for CrownCoat, call for a sound, clean and dry surface, with wider cracks filled first and the flue tile taped just above its base so the coating finishes cleanly there.

Our specialists scrub off moss, soot and loose material, let the surface dry, fill the cracks the coating can't bridge, and check the weather. Coatings have a temperature window and need a dry spell after application. Skipping any of those steps is why some coatings peel within a season. Our pros also note on the quote which coating they'll use.

What grit in the gutters tells you

Gray, sandy grit or small pieces of concrete in the gutter below a chimney are pieces of the crown washing off as it weathers. It's one of the few crown problems you can spot without a ladder.

A little grit can come from surface wear on an aging crown. Chunks, or grit that keeps coming back after every rain, mean the crown is breaking up. Our specialists match what's in the gutter to what they find on the crown and tell you where it falls on the scale from seal to rebuild. It's worth a look before the pieces get bigger.

Why crowns need a close look

From the ground, a crown is a gray line at the top of the chimney. Hairline cracks, a failed flue seal, a feathered edge or a flat surface holding water can't be seen from there, and binoculars only help a little.

From the roof or a ladder, our specialists can see and touch every crack and check the slope with a level. They'll describe what they found and point out the crown from the yard so it makes sense. Inspecting costs you nothing, and it's the surest way to know what the crown really needs.

Free Inspection

Your crown, inspected free

Overhang past the brick and whether a drip edge is there
Height of each flue tile above the crown, and any broken tops
Whether the top is a real crown or a thin mortar wash
Coating, patch or new crown, each option with its price

Claim 10% off your first service

Keep water off the chimney top in Hawthorne; a first repair is 10% off.

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FAQs

Quick answers about chimney crowns

Why does the crown need to overhang the brick?

So water running off the crown drips clear of the chimney instead of running down the brick face. A drip edge underneath the overhang makes it work.

Should the cap be replaced at the same time?

If it's rusted, loose or fastened into the damaged area, doing both on one visit saves a second setup on the roof. The crown and the cap are priced separately so you can choose.

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