Timely brick chimney repair ensures you, your family, and your home are protected.
A brick chimney adds character and appeal to a home, but it also requires regular maintenance to maintain its safety and longevity. Over time, exposure to the elements, shifting foundations, and ordinary wear can cause severe damage to brick chimneys, which can have major consequences if not corrected in a timely manner. Our family-owned and operated company at Fick Bros. Roofing & Exterior Remodeling Company offers brick chimney repair and many other services to keep your Baltimore, Maryland home safe and protected.
Our customers often ask about the necessity of brick chimney repair, wondering if it’s something that can be put off until later. The truth is that delaying chimney repairs could result in significant structural damage. Bricks and mortar are susceptible to moisture deterioration, particularly during freeze-thaw cycles in our colder climate. Essentially, cracks in the mortar or bricks allow water to seep in and expand when it freezes. If left unaddressed, this can result in crumbling masonry and an unstable chimney that may eventually collapse.
Additionally, damaged mortar joints or fractured liners can allow hot embers and fumes to escape, potentially igniting nearby materials. A damaged chimney may also fail to adequately vent smoke and toxins, such as carbon monoxide, into the atmosphere, endangering you and your family.
These things can be avoided by contacting our team about brick chimney repair. We can inspect and evaluate your chimney to see what is needed. From there, our skilled team can patch or rebuild the chimney, depending on the results of our evaluation. We can also custom fit a copper or stainless-steel cover and flue caps to ensure your chimney is protected for years.
If you’re curious about the condition of your chimney, contact our team today.
At Fick Bros. Roofing & Exterior Remodeling Company, we offer brick chimney repair services to clients in Baltimore, North Baltimore, Towson, Lutherville, Timonium, Cockeysville, Hunt Valley, Annapolis, Catonsville, and Pikesville, Maryland, as well as throughout Baltimore County, and Anne Arundel County and all surrounding areas.