Chimney Rebuilding in Astoria, NY
When bricks are loose, the chimney leans or the masonry above the roof has deteriorated too far to repair, rebuilding is the safe fix. We take the chimney down to sound masonry and rebuild it, usually from the roofline up.
Chimneys in Astoria
Astoria has many pre-war attached and semi-attached brick homes and two-family houses, and most of their chimneys vent oil or gas boilers rather than fireplaces. Being near the East River, exposed chimney tops take a lot of wind-driven rain, which shows up as cracked crowns and washed-out mortar.
About chimney rebuilding
A rebuild is the right call when the masonry is too far gone to repair: bricks are loose, mortar has washed out, the chimney leans or the crown and top courses are falling apart.
Signs you need it
- Loose bricks you can move by hand
- A visible lean
- Large sections of missing mortar
- Repeated repairs that haven't held
- Storm damage to the chimney top
How we handle it in Astoria
- 1. Inspect and photograph. We look at the chimney inside and out and photograph what we find.
- 2. Clear written estimate. You get a written estimate describing the work before anything starts.
- 3. Protect the roof. The roof and landscaping are protected from debris.
- 4. Take down. Masonry is removed to sound brick.
- 5. Rebuild. New brick, crown, cap and flashing.
- 6. Clean up and walk through. We clean the work area and show you before-and-after photos.
Call promptly if bricks are loose or the chimney leans — an unstable chimney is a safety hazard. If it's actively falling, call our 24/7 line.
Chimney Rebuilding in Astoria: FAQ
Do you offer chimney rebuilding in Astoria?+
Yes. SkyFlue Chimney & Fireplace serves Astoria and the rest of Queens. Call (934) 271-0372 or request a free estimate.
When does a chimney need to be rebuilt?+
When bricks are loose, the chimney leans, or masonry is too deteriorated to repair.
Do you rebuild the whole chimney?+
Usually only the part above the roofline, down to sound masonry. Full rebuilds are less common.
Is a leaning chimney dangerous?+
It can be. Keep people away from the area below it and call us — we're available 24/7.
Does a rebuild include a new crown and flashing?+
Yes, a rebuild includes a new crown and flashing tied into the new masonry, plus a cap.