What is the difference between tuckpointing and repointing?

Repointing is the process of removing damaged mortar and replacing it. Tuckpointing is a cosmetic technique that uses two mortar colors to create a crisp, thin-joint appearance. We use whichever is appropriate for the chimney condition.

How often should a chimney be inspected?

The National Fire Protection Association recommends an annual inspection for chimneys in use. If you notice leaks, odors, or crumbling masonry, schedule an inspection sooner.

Do you install chimney liners?

Yes. We install stainless steel and aluminum liners sized to your appliance to improve draft and safety.

Repointed brick chimney with new crown, cap, and flashing

New Jersey

Chimneys repair, replacement & installation

Chimney work covers two separate risks: water getting in around the crown, cap, and flashing, and combustion gases not venting the way they should. We inspect for both before quoting.

Work ranges from tuckpointing and crown repair to liner installation, full rebuilds, and removal of chimneys that are no longer in use.

How our chimneys work is done

1Inspect the exterior masonry, crown, cap, flashing, and interior flue when accessible.
2Identify whether the problem is water intrusion, structural movement, or venting failure.
3Quote the specific repair — tuckpointing, crown rebuild, cap replacement, liner, or flashing.
4Perform the repair using matching mortar and code-compliant liners where required.
5Clean up and verify draft and water flow before finishing.

When to call us for chimneys help

Water stains on the ceiling or firebox
Crumbling or missing mortar joints
Rusted or missing chimney cap
Cracked or degraded crown
Smoke or odors entering the house
Chimney leaning or pulling away from the wall

Materials we work with

Brick and stone matching
Concrete chimney crowns
Stainless steel and aluminum chimney liners
Copper and galvanized chimney caps
Custom flashing kits

Our chimneys services include

Chimney inspection
Chimney cleaning
Chimney repair
Chimney waterproofing
Chimney leak repair
Chimney flashing repair
Chimney restoration
Chimney rebuild
Chimney construction
Chimney removal
Chimney liner installation
Chimney crown repair
Chimney cap installation
Chimney tuckpointing
Chimney repointing
Leaning chimney repair
Collapsed chimney repair

Common chimneys questions

What is the difference between tuckpointing and repointing?: Repointing is the process of removing damaged mortar and replacing it. Tuckpointing is a cosmetic technique that uses two mortar colors to create a crisp, thin-joint appearance. We use whichever is appropriate for the chimney condition.
How often should a chimney be inspected?: The National Fire Protection Association recommends an annual inspection for chimneys in use. If you notice leaks, odors, or crumbling masonry, schedule an inspection sooner.
Do you install chimney liners?: Yes. We install stainless steel and aluminum liners sized to your appliance to improve draft and safety.

Service areas

Chimneys work is available across these New Jersey counties:

Bergen County
Hudson County
Passaic County
Essex County
Morris County
Union County
Middlesex County
Somerset County
Monmouth County
Ocean County
Sussex County
Mercer County

Chimneys by town

Each town has its own page with local roof stock, ZIP codes, and the work we do there.