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Chimney Masonry Repointing
Chimney Masonry Repair & Repointing in New Jersey
Masonry & Repointing
Brick & Mortar Repairs
Brick can last a very long time; the mortar between the bricks doesn't. When mortar joints crumble, water gets into the chimney, bricks loosen, and damage spreads faster each winter.
AM Chimney Sweep repoints mortar joints and repairs damaged chimney masonry for homeowners throughout New Jersey.
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Technicians With 15+ Years of Experience
Technicians With 15+ Years of Experience
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What Is Repointing? Repointing (often called tuckpointing) means removing old, deteriorated mortar from the joints between bricks and replacing it with new mortar — restoring the chimney’s weather resistance and keeping bricks firmly in place, without replacing sound brick.
- Mortar that’s sandy, crumbly, recessed or missing between bricks
- Bricks with flaking or broken faces (spalling)
- Loose bricks, or pieces of brick and mortar on the roof or in the gutters
- White, powdery staining (efflorescence) — a sign of water moving through the masonry
- A chimney that appears to lean or pull away from the house
Tip for Homeowners: Not every leak near a chimney is a masonry problem — a cracked crown, missing cap, or failed flashing can look the same. We inspect first to find the actual source before recommending repointing.
Chimney Masonry Repair
What Repointing Involves
- Inspect the whole chimney, including the crown, cap and flashing
- Find where water is getting in and how far the damage goes
- Remove deteriorated mortar to a consistent depth without damaging surrounding brick
- Clean the joints
- Pack in new mortar and tool it to match the existing joint style
Tip: Masonry work is backed by our 5-year workmanship warranty. See completed masonry and chimney projects in Our Work. Read about our Rumson masonry project. Local guides: Glen Ridge, Teaneck, and Mountain Lakes, or see all North Jersey towns.
Not Every Leak Is a Masonry Problem
- A cracked crown
- A missing cap
- Worn mortar joints
- Failed flashing
Safety Note: Repointing only fixes a leak if the mortar is actually the source, which is why we inspect first.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Chimney Masonry Repointing
Repointing (also called tuckpointing) means removing old, deteriorated mortar from the joints between bricks and replacing it with new mortar. It restores the chimney's weather resistance and keeps the bricks firmly in place without replacing sound brick.
Common signs include mortar that's sandy, crumbly, recessed or missing between bricks; bricks with flaking or broken faces; loose bricks or pieces of brick and mortar on the roof or in the gutters; white, powdery staining (efflorescence); and a chimney that appears to lean or pull away from the house.
Only if the mortar is actually the source. Water near a chimney can also come from a cracked crown, a missing cap, or failed flashing, which is why we inspect the whole chimney first to find where the water is really getting in.
Yes. We inspect the whole chimney, including the crown, cap and flashing, to find where water is getting in and how far the damage goes before recommending repointing.
Yes, our masonry work is backed by a five-year workmanship warranty.
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At AM Chimney Sweep, we are a locally owned and operated home services company providing statewide coverage across New Jersey. Headquartered at 516 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052 (Phone: (862) 225-6529), we specialize in professional Air Duct Cleaning, Chimney Sweeping & Inspections, and Dryer Vent Maintenance.