Chimney rebuild in Carrollwood
One free inspection, a marked removal line and a written rebuild price for your chimney in Carrollwood.
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Our Approach to Rebuilding Chimneys in Carrollwood
Partial or full, our experts size the rebuild to the damage and explain every choice.
Rebuilding to the old height is not automatic
Some chimneys were built too short for their roof, or were cut down during earlier repairs. Rebuilding them to the same height repeats the problem.
When the height rule calls for more, the rebuilt section is carried higher. Adding height beyond what the rebuild needs is a separate extension job with its own questions about support and appearance. The height is measured from the roof as it will be after any reroofing, not as it is today.
Our specialists tell you during the inspection whether your chimney's current height meets the rule, so the rebuild can be planned to the right finish line.
Flue tile standing above the new crown
The flue liner does not stop flush with the crown. In BIA's details, the liner stands 2 inches or more proud of the cap. Our crew sets that height before the crown mix goes in, because it cannot be changed later without breaking the crown.
The joint where the liner passes through the crown is sealed with a caulked bond break, as the code requires, so the two can move without cracking each other.
When the job is done, we point out the liner height and the seal, so you know what to look for on later checks.
Fireblocking where a chimney passes floors and ceilings
Gaps where a chimney passes a floor or ceiling are closed with noncombustible fireblocking, fastened firmly, under the state code. Where the gap meets wood joists, the code lets the fireblocking sit on metal strips or lath laid across the space.
A full rebuild that reaches inside the house has to put that fireblocking back. Missing fireblocking lets fire and smoke travel along the chimney between floors. Where missing blocking is spotted beyond the rebuilt section, we point that out as well.
Our crew notes the fireblocking at each level the rebuild reaches and restores it as the chimney goes back up.
Tying the rebuilt chimney to the house
A chimney built against an outside wall is held to it with ties. On single-wythe chimneys, BIA's details space corrosion-resistant metal ties no more than 24 inches apart.
A rebuild replaces ties that were lost with the old brick, and adds them where they were missing. Ties are set into the mortar joints as the courses rise, so they become part of the wall rather than an afterthought.
Our crew sets new ties as the courses go up and checks that the rebuilt section is anchored to the structure.
On any service we offer
Partial or full, the rebuild is 10% off for 72 hours after the inspection.
Free Inspection
Checked Before Any Brick Comes Down in Carrollwood
- Brick grade and color match for the new section
- Base flashing and counterflashing at the roof
- Temporary cover between work stages
- Removal of old brick and debris
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Find Out Where Sound Masonry Begins
Down to sound brick and back up with a new crown and flashing, for chimneys in Carrollwood.
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