Your chimney brick kept dry in Fairbanks, FL

Brick drinking in rain? Our family-run pros test it on your free inspection in Fairbanks before recommending a repellent.

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A sealer that made things worse

Did someone paint a clear, shiny sealer on the chimney, and now the brick faces are flaking or white stains are pushing out from underneath? Film-forming sealers stop water getting in, but they also stop it getting out, and water trapped behind them does damage as it tries to escape.

Once it's clear what's on the brick and what's happening under it, our specialists talk you through the options, from letting the old film weather off to removing it where the brick can take it. Breathable repellents don't bond over old film sealers, so the plan depends on what's there. Reserve a look at the sealed chimney in Fairbanks by calling (352) 675-6366.

Homes in Fairbanks are part of the Alachua County ground our pros cover. Fairbanks is an inland service location, separate from the sea coast.

What's Included

What a waterproofing visit covers in Fairbanks

Breathable repellent applied bottom up
Efflorescence brushed off before treatment
Old film sealers identified before choosing a product
Treated faces recorded for homes in Fairbanks

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Local Conditions

Brick absorption decides it inland

Chimney brick on a home in Fairbanks isn't dealing with salt, so the question is simpler: is the brick absorbing more water than it should? An absorption test answers it face by face. Our pros test before recommending anything, and they fix the crown, cap, flashing and joints first. If the brick tests low after repairs, you won't need a repellent at all.

Our Process

Gaps closed before any repellent goes on

Close the gaps

Crown, cap, flashing and joints are repaired first, since a repellent can't seal them.
Test the brick

Absorption is measured on each face and a test patch is checked with you.
Mask and apply

Glass and trim are masked, and the repellent goes on bottom up on dry brick.
Record and recheck

You get the product, faces and date written out, and we check beading on later visits.

Why Choose Us

We test the brick before sealing it

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

Each face gets an absorption test before any product is recommended.

Free inspection firstA brick absorption test is part of the free inspection, so you know if waterproofing is worth it.
No hidden fees, all upfrontNo hidden fees on waterproofing in Fairbanks; masking, testing and cleanup are in the price.
Family owned and runWe're family owned, and we'll tell you when your chimney doesn't need a coating.

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Fix the cracks, then treat the brick

Water gets into a chimney through two kinds of path. Gaps, such as a cracked crown, a missing cap, lifted flashing or open joints, let water pour in. Porous brick lets it soak in slowly across the face.

A repellent only deals with the second kind. The Brick Industry Association notes repellents are most effective at reducing absorption and have limited effect on water entering through cracks and separations. That's why our pros fix every gap first and only then decide whether the brick needs treating. Spraying a repellent over open cracks is money spent on the wrong problem. The repairs are priced first, the repellent second.

Waiting times after masonry work

Fresh mortar and new masonry need time before a repellent is applied. The curing requirements for the repairs and the selected treatment govern the schedule. Surface moisture and weather also need checking; elapsed time alone does not establish that the wall is ready.

The mortar needs to cure, and the wall needs to dry out enough for the repellent to soak in. Our specialists plan the repellent visit after those waits and check the brick is visibly dry on the day. If the chimney has had a lot of new brick, they may suggest waiting longer still, until the wall has fully dried out.

Why new brickwork waits longer

New masonry carries moisture from construction, and as it dries for the first time, white salt bloom can come out on the face. The Brick Industry Association suggests at least a month after the structure is enclosed before a repellent goes on, and ideally a full year for new brickwork.

Sealing too soon can hold that construction moisture in the wall. On a rebuilt chimney, our pros fit the cap and seal the crown right away, since those keep the worst water out, and leave the brick to dry naturally before any repellent is considered. You'll get a suggested date on your quote.

Free Inspection

Each face of the brick, tested free

Crown, cap and flashing checked for gaps a repellent can't fix
Absorption of the brick, tested with a tube on each face
White bloom or salt deposits, and where the water behind them comes from
Damp signs on the chimney breast or attic side

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FAQs

Does brick need sealing at all?

Is Fairbanks somewhere you waterproof chimneys?

Yes, Fairbanks is in our service area. Our pros run an absorption test on your free inspection, since the brick decides whether a repellent is worth it. Damp brick or white bloom are good things to mention up front.

How soon after repointing can you waterproof?

At least 72 hours after repointing, per the Brick Industry Association and the repellent maker, and longer for new masonry. Our pros write the date on your quote.

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