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Rust streaks, missing mortar or a smoky room? Book a free inspection in Raleigh and see what the repair involves.
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Rust running down the brick
Orange streaks down the chimney come from metal above them: the cap, a chase top, a rusting damper plate or old steel in the crown. The stain is only the symptom, and the metal behind it is losing the fight.
Traced to its source, the streak shows where the fix belongs, from a new stainless cap to a crown repair, and you'll see that price first. The staining itself can be cleaned from the brick once the source is dealt with, and that's a separate line on your quote. Get a repair plan for the rust streaks in Raleigh by calling (352) 675-6366.
We cover Raleigh along with the rest of our Levy County area. In 2020, the Census Bureau counted 357 people living in Raleigh.
What's Included
Every kind of chimney fix, one company
- Lifted flashing resealed or renewed
- Rust traced to its source and the metal replaced
- Stuck dampers freed or replaced
- Replacement brick and mortar matched to your chimney in Raleigh
Local Conditions
Timing repairs with a new roof
Replacing the roof on a home in Raleigh? That's the best moment to repair the chimney too. Masonry and crown work should be finished before the new flashing and roof covering go on. Our specialists coordinate with your roofer, handle the chimney side, and make sure the new flashing seals against sound mortar rather than old joints about to fail.
Our Process
First look to final cleanup
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Start where you saw it
Our pros look at what you noticed first, then check the whole chimney for the cause.
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Plan and price in writing
Each repair is listed with its price and sorted by urgency, and you choose what goes ahead.
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Repairs in the right order
Masonry first, then crown, cap and flashing, with tarps and covers protecting your home.
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Walkthrough and cleanup
We show you the finished work, clean the site and tell you when the fireplace can be used.
Why Choose Us
Repairs that fix the cause in Raleigh
- 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
You'll see a replacement brick sample before any new brick goes into your chimney.
- Our workmanship warrantyEvery chimney repair we make in Raleigh has our workmanship warranty, and we explain what it covers.
- No hidden fees, all upfrontThe repair price on the quote is the price you pay, materials included, with no hidden fees.
- Locally owned and operatedLocally owned and close by, so a follow-up on your chimney repair is one call away.
Matching new mortar to old brick
Repointing should suit the masonry already present. The existing brick and mortar, exposure and repair purpose all influence the replacement mix. A stronger product is not automatically a better choice, and appearance matching needs discussion before a large area is repaired.
A mix that's too strong looks fine for a while, then the brick faces next to it start to crack and flake. Our pros look at the brick and the old mortar before choosing a mix, rake the joints to a sound depth, and tool the new mortar to shed water.
What the stain's location says
Where a stain shows up inside the house narrows down where the water got in. A stain on the ceiling right beside the chimney tends to trace back to the flashing. Damp at the top of the firebox or rust on the damper points higher, to the crown or cap.
A stain that spreads across the chimney breast wall suggests water moving through the brick itself. Our pros use that map as a starting point, then confirm from the roof and the attic. Guessing leads to paying for the wrong repair, so the confirmation step matters before anything is priced. Sometimes two sources are at work, and both show up on the quote.
When the old damper can't be saved
A throat damper that's rusted through or warped out of shape can sometimes be fitted with a new plate. When the frame is gone too, the better fix sits at the other end of the chimney.
Mounted on the flue at the chimney top, a sealing damper has a lid that seals against a gasket and a cable that hangs down the flue to a handle mounted in the firebox. Closed, it keeps out rain, animals and outside air. Our specialists fit it to your flue size and show you how it works, and it's priced alongside the plate repair so you can compare.
Free Inspection
A free look before any repair
- Attic framing, insulation and water marks next to the chimney
- Firebrick and refractory joints in the back and sides
- Damper plate, frame and handle, open and closed
- Gutters and downspouts that send water onto the brick
Claim 10% off your first service
Reserve the repair today to put a 10% discount on your first service.
FAQs
Repair questions, short answers
Can small repairs be done on the same visit?
In many cases, yes. Small jobs like resealing flashing or refastening a cap can be done during the inspection visit if you approve the price on the spot. Bigger repairs are scheduled so the right materials come along.
What stands behind a chimney repair?
Each repair comes with our workmanship warranty, and the quote describes the work it applies to. If something we fixed isn't right, we'll come back and look at it.
Our Services
Other services for homes in Raleigh
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Chimney Liner Installation and Relining A listed liner matched to the fireplace or insert above it.
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Fireplace Installation Factory-built or masonry fireplaces installed with the right clearances.
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Gas Fireplace Repair and Service Vented gas fireplaces that won't light or burn right, repaired and serviced.
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Chimney Chase Cover Replacement A new metal top for a sided chimney that sheds rain again.
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Chimney Leak Repair Water coming in around the chimney found, stopped and dried out.
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Chimney Animal Removal Animals, nests and debris cleared from the flue, then a screened cap.
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- Free inspection first
- 100% satisfaction, guaranteed
- No hidden fees, all upfront
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