Your chimney is one of the most exposed structures on your entire property. Rising high above your roofline, it bears the full brunt of New Jersey’s changing seasons—from freezing winter snow and ice to torrential summer downpours. Because chimneys are built from porous materials like brick, mortar, and concrete, they are highly susceptible to water damage. A single cracked brick or a crumbling mortar joint can quickly turn into a hidden roof leak, a compromised fireplace, or a serious structural hazard.
At Right Team, we combine our expert roofing knowledge with master masonry craftsmanship to provide comprehensive chimney repair, restoration, and maintenance services across Nutley, NJ. As a fully licensed and insured team, we make sure your chimney is structurally sound, completely waterproof, and safe for your family to use.
We handle everything from simple cosmetic touch-ups and leak diagnostics to full structural chimney rebuilds.
The mortar joints holding your chimney’s bricks together typically have a shorter lifespan than the bricks themselves. When moisture gets trapped inside these joints, it expands and contracts during freezing winter temperatures, causing the mortar to turn to powder and crumble away. This process leaves your chimney structurally weak and open to severe water leaks.
Our professional tuckpointing and repointing services restore the bond between your bricks:
Precision Removal: We carefully grind out the old, decaying mortar without damaging the surrounding brickwork.
Custom Matching: We mix fresh, durable mortar that perfectly matches the strength, composition, and color of your original structure.
Waterproof Sealing: Once structural integrity is restored, we can apply a breathable, industrial-grade water repellent to protect the entire chimney from future moisture intrusion.
If a chimney has been neglected for years, or if severe storm damage has caused the structure to tilt, bow, or crack extensively, repointing is no longer enough. Loose or shifting bricks pose an immediate danger of collapsing onto your roof or your driveway.
We provide safe, expert chimney rebuilding tailored to the level of damage:
Partial Chimney Rebuilding: If the lower half of the chimney inside the home is in good shape, we tear down and rebuild only the damaged section above the roofline.
Total Chimney Rebuilding: For heavily deteriorated structures, we completely dismantle the chimney from the ground or roof foundation up and rebuild it cleanly using premium, weather-resistant materials.
Flue Liner Integrity: During any rebuild, we inspect or update your chimney flue liner to ensure toxic gases and smoke safely exit your home without leaking into your living spaces.
The chimney crown is the concrete slab that sits completely on top of your chimney structure. Its sole purpose is to act as an umbrella, shedding rainwater away from the brick facade below. Because crowns are often made of poor concrete mixes or thin mortar, they easily crack under intense sun and frost.
Once a crown cracks, water channels straight down into the core of your chimney. We offer long-term solutions:
Crown Sealing: For minor, hairline fractures, we apply a flexible, heavy-duty elastomeric coating that seals the cracks and moves with temperature changes.
Pouring a New Concrete Crown: If the crown is completely broken or crumbling, we build a form and pour a brand-new, reinforced concrete crown with a proper overhang to keep water far away from the brickwork.
Often, a “roof leak” is actually a chimney flashing issue. Flashing is the metal shielding installed at the intersection where your chimney meets your shingles. If this metal is bent, rusted, or poorly sealed, water will run straight down the side of the chimney and pool into your ceilings and attic wood.
We specialize in precision counter-flashing installations, wrapping the base of your chimney in durable aluminum or copper that weaves seamlessly into your roof infrastructure for a guaranteed watertight seal.
A damaged chimney only gets worse—and more expensive—with every passing rainstorm or snowfall. Protecting your chimney means protecting your roof, your home’s interior, and your family’s safety. Whether you have noticed water spots on the drywall near your fireplace, white powdery staining on your bricks, or pieces of mortar on your roof, Right Team is ready to deliver a permanent, beautiful fix.
Ready to secure your chimney? Contact Right Team in Nutley, NJ today at (201) 555-0199 or fill out our quick online form to schedule your FREE, no-obligation chimney inspection and estimate!