Waterproofing chimneys for homes in Hampton

Damp brick or white bloom on the chimney? Book a free inspection in Hampton and find the cause before sealing anything.

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Cracks sealed before the brick is treated

Thinking about waterproofing the chimney because water keeps getting in? Start with the gaps. A water repellent reduces how much rain the face of the brick soaks up, but it can't close a cracked crown, a missing cap, worn flashing or open mortar joints. Water pours through those no matter what's sprayed on the brick.

Our pros fix the entry points first, then look at whether the brick itself is absorbing too much. If it is, a breathable repellent is the finishing step. If it isn't, you'll hear that too, and you won't pay for a coating you don't need. Speak with a local pro about waterproofing your chimney in Hampton at (352) 675-6366.

About 18 miles, measured point to point, lie between Hampton and the Gainesville reference point. Our specialists serve Hampton as part of Bradford County.

What's Included

Masked, coated and recorded

Glass, trim and plants masked and covered
Crown membranes applied as a separate step
Application scheduled for a dry forecast
Beading checked on follow-up visits

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Local Conditions

Old sealers on inland chimneys

An old clear sealer on a chimney in Hampton may be a film type that's trapping moisture. A penetrating repellent won't bond through it. Our pros check for old coatings before choosing a product, and they'll explain the options if a film is already on the brick, from letting it weather off to careful removal. Nothing new goes on until the old coating question is settled.

Our Process

Four steps to a waterproofed chimney

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

Cracks and joints repaired before any coat

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 Hampton; 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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Test areas before the whole chimney

Trying a repellent on test areas before treating a whole wall is what the Brick Industry Association recommends. On a chimney, that means a patch on a less visible face, left to cure and then checked.

Two results matter on the patch. Water should bead and roll off. The brick's color, sheen and texture should look unchanged. If either isn't right, the product or the method changes before the full coat goes on. It adds a short wait to the job, and it's the surest way to avoid a chimney that looks blotchy or doesn't shed water. The patch location is noted on the quote.

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.

Some chimneys don't need waterproofing

According to the Brick Industry Association, a water repellent isn't necessary for brickwork that was properly chosen, detailed, built and maintained, under normal exposure. It also notes that the first round of repairs can solve moisture problems on its own.

Our pros take that seriously. If the crown, cap, flashing and joints are sound and the brick's absorption tests low, they'll recommend skipping the repellent and checking again in a year. You save the cost, and the chimney stays as breathable as it was built to be. If the brick tests high, you'll see the numbers that support treating it. That test result is written on your quote.

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What we check before sealing brick in Hampton

Crown, cap and flashing checked for gaps a repellent can't fix
Absorption of the brick, tested with a tube on each face
Any old sealer, paint or film on the brick surface
Crown coating needs, kept separate from the brick repellent

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Damp brick or white bloom? First-time waterproofing is 10% off.

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FAQs

What homeowners ask about sealing brick

Do you seal the crown too?

The crown gets a separate flexible coating made for concrete, applied as its own step. The brick gets the penetrating repellent. Both are priced separately.

How will I know when it needs another coat?

Watch the brick after rain. Beading means it's working; brick that darkens and soaks up water means the repellent has worn thin on that face. Our pros check it on every visit.

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