Chimney Inspection & Repair in Atlantic Highlands, NJ

The crown is the concrete or mortar slab at the top of the chimney. Hairline cracks can often be cleaned and sealed; a crown that's crumbling or badly cracked is better rebuilt with proper slope and overhang.

Below the crown, mortar joints wear out before the brick does. Tuckpointing replaces eroded mortar so water can't work its way into the wall.

An annual inspection is the easiest way to keep track of all of it — we'll tell you what needs attention now and what can wait.