FULL CHIMNEY REBUILD

BACKGROUND

A homeowner in Providence noticed water stains spreading across their ceiling every time it rained. They suspected a roof issue, but after a closer look, found that the leaks were coming from the chimney. So, they called Brown Chimney for a full assessment.

THE PROBLEM

The top half of the chimney was deteriorated from years of exposure to heavy rain and moisture. The crown was cracked, the bricks were spalling, and the flashing had separated from the roof. The chimney wasn’t just water-soaked and leaking – it was near collapsing.

THE BROWN CHIMNEY SOLUTION

Spot repairs wouldn’t hold the heavily damaged chimney. To stop leaks long-term, we rebuilt the chimney from the roofline up. New crown, new masonry, corrected flashing, and a proper cap system were set in place to ensure waterproofing.

• Carefully removed the damaged bricks and masonry.
• Rebuilt the chimney with properly matched bricks and weather-resistant mortar
• Installed a new crown with proper slope and overhang
• Re-flashed the base with a complete flashing system (step, counter, and waterproofing seal)
• Installed a high-quality cap to protect against rain, snow, and other elements
• Waterproofed the entire exterior of the rebuilt chimney for added protection

FINAL OUTCOME

The homeowner now feels secure that there will be no surprise drips after heavy storms. The rebuilt chimney sheds water and is built for salt air, heavy rain, snow, and freeze-thaw cycles; the labor carries our 1-Year Workmanship Warranty. 

ESTIMATED COST

Rebuilds are priced by brick count, with the crown, flashing, and cap that a new stack needs quoted alongside. A partial rebuild above the roofline is the smaller job; a full rebuild with matched brick is the larger one. The tiers are on our chimney rebuild pricing page, and Brown Chimney gives you a detailed written quote before starting the rebuild – with access, lift, and permit charges listed up front.