Chimney tuckpointing that protects Lake Magdalene brickwork
Family-run chimney tuckpointing for Lake Magdalene homes, with written options and a written record of the joints we repointed.
- Family owned and operated
- Same-day service available
- No hidden fees
- Workmanship warranty
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Our Approach to Chimney Mortar Repair in Lake Magdalene
Our local experts explain the mortar, the color and each step before any joint is raked in Lake Magdalene.
Cleaning mortar smears after repointing
Mortar smears on the brick face are brushed off as the work goes, with natural or nylon bristles rather than metal. National Park Service guidance adds that chemical cleaning should wait until the mortar has fully hardened, usually about thirty days, and acids should never go on dry masonry.
We leave your Lake Magdalene chimney clear of fresh smears and tell you if any further cleaning should wait. Harsh cleaning in the first weeks can damage joints that look finished but are still curing.
Plants and vines growing on the chimney
Ivy and other vines work their roots into mortar joints, and pulling them off can tear loose mortar and brick faces with them. Brick industry guidance is to cut vines at the base and let them wither rather than rip them away.
If your Lake Magdalene chimney has growth on it, tell us before the visit. We plan its removal as part of the joint work so the mortar underneath can be assessed and repaired.
How the new joints will look at first
Freshly pointed joints nearly always look different from weathered mortar at first. National Park Service guidance notes that new and old mortar will usually differ for a while, and that staining the new mortar to match is generally not recommended.
We tell you what to expect before the work starts on your Lake Magdalene chimney. With a good color and texture match, the difference softens as the new joints weather.
Why joints wear first above the roofline
The part of a chimney above the roof has no eaves, walls or neighbors to shelter it. Rain, sun and wind reach every face, so joints there tend to wear sooner than those lower down.
That is why our inspection in Lake Magdalene starts at the top of the stack. Many chimneys need repointing only above the roofline, and the estimate shows exactly which courses are included.
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Failed joints marked, then 72 hours to book the repointing at 10% off.
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What Your Tuckpointing Estimate Covers
- Joint profile matched or improved to shed water
- Cleanup of mortar smears from the brick face
- Damaged bricks listed for replacement
- Access, roof protection and daily cleanup at your Lake Magdalene home
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Our masons repoint Lake Magdalene chimneys, sweep up the mortar dust, haul the debris away and stand behind the joints with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
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