Newberry chimney waterproofing, breathable

Test patch first, full coat second. Chimney waterproofing done to the maker's rules in Newberry, with a free inspection.

Family owned and run
Free inspection first
100% satisfaction, guaranteed
Locally owned and operated

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The face that takes the rain

Does one face of the chimney look darker and damper after a storm than the others? That's the face taking the wind-driven rain, and it may be the one face that needs a repellent.

Absorption tests on each face show which ones need treating, and treating only those keeps the cost down. Our pros also check the joints on the weather side, since recessed mortar there lets in more water than the brick does. You'll see the faces to be treated marked on the quote. Talk to our waterproofing specialists about the weather side in Newberry at (352) 675-6366.

In 2020, the Census Bureau counted 7,342 people living in Newberry. The sea coast does not form part of Newberry's boundary.

What's Included

Repairs, test patch and final coat

Entry points repaired before any repellent
Glass, trim and plants masked and covered
Old film sealers identified before choosing a product
Product and date recorded for the warranty in Newberry

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Local Conditions

Dust and pollen on the brick

A chimney on a home in Newberry collects dust, pollen and soot on its faces between rains. A repellent applied over that layer bonds to the dirt instead of soaking into the brick. Our specialists brush and clean the faces before treatment and let them dry, so the repellent reaches the pores it's meant to line. A clean, dry face takes the repellent evenly across the whole chimney.

Our Process

Repairs, a test patch, then the repellent

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

Breathable chimney protection in Newberry

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

The product, faces treated and date are written on your quote in Newberry.

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 Newberry; 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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What a repellent can't do

A penetrating repellent lines pores; it doesn't fill gaps. Water running into a crack in the brick, a gap at the flashing or a recessed mortar joint goes straight past it, and the Brick Industry Association notes repellents seldom stop water entering through anything beyond very fine cracks.

That's why a repellent alone rarely fixes a leak. Our pros find and close the gaps with the right repair, whether that's repointing, crown work or new flashing, and use the repellent to cut down what the sound brick absorbs. Expecting the coating to do the repair's job is how money gets wasted.

Measuring how thirsty the brick is

A RILEM or Karsten tube is a little marked glass cylinder that gets sealed to the brick face and filled with water. The level drops as the brick absorbs it, and timing that drop gives a simple measure of how much water the face is taking in.

A few spots on each face get tested and compared, and the results decide which faces need a repellent. A face that barely absorbs anything doesn't need treating. Testing again after application shows the repellent is working. It's quick, it's done on the free inspection, and it takes the guesswork out.

Dry brick and a dry forecast

The selected repellent's data sheet sets its application conditions. Air and masonry temperature, surface moisture, curing time and the rain forecast all matter. A waiting period from a different product should not be substituted for those instructions.

Surface moisture requirements vary by product. Our pros check the selected instructions rather than assuming every repellent needs the same dry surface or rain-free interval. If the wall or forecast does not meet those requirements, application is rescheduled and the revised timing is explained.

Free Inspection

A free absorption test in Newberry

Whether the mortar joints on each face need repointing first
Absorption of the brick, tested with a tube on each face
Any old sealer, paint or film on the brick surface
Product choice, number of coats and the maker's weather window

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Breathable protection for chimney brick in Newberry, and 10% off when you book today.

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FAQs

Repellents and sealers, answered

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.

Does the warranty cover waterproofing?

It covers our application, and the quote records the product, the faces treated and the date. Repellents wear with time and sun, so our pros check the beading on later visits and tell you when a face needs another coat. Reserve a free absorption test in Newberry at (352) 675-6366.

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