Watch for white staining (efflorescence), crumbling mortar, cracked or spalling brick, a damaged crown or cap, rust on the damper or firebox, and water or stains near the fireplace.
Water erodes mortar and brick, rusts metal components, and accelerates deterioration through freeze-thaw cycles. Catching leaks early prevents far more expensive structural repairs later.
Tuckpointing is the process of removing deteriorated mortar from between bricks and replacing it with fresh mortar, restoring the strength, weather resistance, and appearance of the chimney masonry.
Often, yes. Depending on the damage, a cracked or deteriorated flue can be relined or repaired to safely contain heat and combustion gases. We assess the liner during inspection and recommend the right fix.
Air Busters provides chimney repair across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, Irving, Denton, Garland, and McKinney.