Tuckpointing & Brick Restoration
Worn, crumbling mortar is ground out and replaced with fresh mortar color-matched to your home, sealing the gaps that let water in.
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Serving all of Southeast Michigan
Partial & Full Chimney Rebuilds
Some chimneys are past patching. When the damage goes too deep, we rebuild the chimney, from the top few courses down to a full tear-down, with proper materials built for Michigan winters.
- 60-point inspection, cleaning included
- Photos of every finding
- Estimate before any repair work
When a rebuild is the right call, and when it isn't
A rebuild is a big job, so we never start there. Every rebuild recommendation comes from the 60-point inspection, with photos showing exactly why spot repairs won't hold. If tuckpointing or replacing a few bricks will solve the problem, we'll tell you that instead.
Most rebuilds are partial. The part of the chimney above the roof line takes the most weather, so it's often the top section that has loose bricks, failed mortar, and a crumbling crown while the lower chimney is still sound. Rebuilding just the damaged section, down to solid masonry, is often enough.
When a chimney is leaning, badly cracked, or deteriorated all the way down, a full rebuild may be the safest option. Either way, you'll get a clear scope and estimate before any work begins, and if we uncover more damage once the work starts, we stop and get your approval first.
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Signs your chimney may need rebuilding
Leaning or tilting
A chimney that's pulling away from the house or leaning is a structural concern.
Loose top courses
Bricks at the top that move or have fallen often mean the upper section has failed.
Widespread spalling
When many bricks are flaking and crumbling, spot replacement may not be practical.
Large cracks
Cracks running through brick and mortar across a section of the chimney.
Repeated failed repairs
Patch after patch that doesn't hold is a sign the underlying masonry is gone.
Gaps at the house
Separation between the chimney and siding or framing needs a close look.
How it works
Inspect first. Then fix it right.
No guesswork and no surprises. You know what's wrong and what it costs before any work begins. If we uncover more damage, we stop and get your approval first.
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Inspect & define the scope
We document the damage with photos and determine how far down the chimney needs to be rebuilt.
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Clear estimate
You get a written scope and price before any work starts, with what's urgent and what can wait.
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Tear down & rebuild
Damaged masonry is removed to solid brick and rebuilt with proper materials, matched to your home.
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Finish the top right
A rebuilt chimney gets a sound crown and properly sealed flashing so it stays dry.
Does a damaged chimney always need a full rebuild?
No. Many chimneys only need the top section rebuilt, and some only need tuckpointing or brick replacement. We recommend a rebuild only when the inspection shows spot repairs won't hold, and we'll show you the photos.
How long does a chimney rebuild take?
It depends on how much of the chimney is being rebuilt and the weather. A full rebuild takes longer than a straightforward repair. The inspection gives you a clear timeline before we start.
Will the rebuilt chimney match my house?
We match brick and mortar color to your home as closely as possible so the rebuilt section blends in with the rest of the masonry.
What happens if you find more damage during the rebuild?
We stop and show you. No changes to the scope or price happen without your OK.
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Other repairs that often go together
Chimney Crown & Flashing Repair
A cracked crown sends rain straight down into the chimney, and failing flashing causes stains on ceilings and walls. We repair or replace both.
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60-Point Chimney Inspection & Cleaning
Chimney cleaning included. We clean the flue, check the brick, mortar, crown, cap, and flashing up close, and photograph every issue.
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Serving all of Southeast Michigan
From our storefront in Mount Clemens we cover homes across five counties.
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Call us, stop by the Mount Clemens shop, or send the form and we'll call you.
WOW Chimney & Brick Experts101 Church St
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
(586) 636-6424
Hours
- Monday – Friday
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- Saturday
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- Sunday
- Closed
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