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Experienced Professionals in the Austin Area

When you think of masonry, you probably think of sturdiness and strength. As one of the most reliable building materials, is it any wonder that masonry is so commonly used for chimneys? However, that doesn’t mean that your masonry chimney is indestructible. It needs maintenance and care to endure.

Regular care from a qualified chimney professional and repairs as needed will help it stand the test of time. In addition to fireplace, chimney, and ventilation repairs in the Austin area, we can also help you get your masonry back into beautiful condition.

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"Our core belief is that true success comes from a balance of humility and confidence. We approach every challenge with the assurance of our skills while remaining open to learning and growth, ensuring we serve our clients with integrity and respect."

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"Our core belief is that growth is essential for survival. We continuously innovate, adapt, and strive for improvement, believing that standing still means falling behind in a fast-changing world."

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"Our core belief is always to help first. By prioritizing the needs of our clients and community, we build trust and long-lasting relationships, knowing that genuine service creates lasting value for everyone."

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"Our core belief is always to do the right thing, even when it’s difficult. Integrity guides our actions, and we are committed to making choices that reflect honesty, fairness, and responsibility in every aspect of our business."

To keep your home and chimney looking great, our team of experienced masonry specialists can be counted on. Here are just a few of the many services we offer customers in the Austin area:

  • Tuckpointing and repointing: We’ll take out crumbling mortar joints and put in stronger, newer, more reliable material to keep your masonry strong.
  • Chimney crown repairs: If you’re facing cracks or other damage on your chimney crown, we’ll fix the problem. Whether it’s poor support underneath or weather damage, we’ve got you covered!
  • Masonry waterproofing: Made of clay, bricks are a porous material that is susceptible to water. Waterproofing protects them from damage.
  • Brick replacement services: When your masonry bricks are damaged or missing, we can install replacements that match in size, color, and material.
  • New construction services: Getting into your dream home or building your own place? We can give you exceptional chimney construction from the ground up.
  • Chimney rebuilds and remodels: When you need to have your chimney remodeled or rebuilt, whether due to damage or changing vision, we’ve got your back.
  • Firebox rebuilds and repairs: As the heart of your hearth and home, your firebox needs to be tough to stand up to the bulk of the heat that your fireplace generates.
  • Home wall repairs: When you’ve got a brick home and the walls are facing issues, the experienced masonry professionals at Wolfman will get it back into wonderful condition.
  • Brick step repairs: Brick steps look wonderful, but often face their own issues. Whether they’re cracking, falling apart, or crooked, we’ll make them look – and function – perfectly again.

If you have questions about our services or need help with your annual chimney inspection, our friendly team of Austin masonry professionals are ready to help. We’re happy to chat about any issues you’re facing and provide you with smart solutions.

When you’re trying to avoid masonry damage, it’s important to know what causes it:

  • Moisture: Because of freeze/thaw cycles and porous brick, water causes the most damage to your chimney masonry.
  • Fire: Brick is carefully fired in a kiln or oven, but chimney fires can exceed that kind of temperature, reaching up to 2,000 degrees and causing serious damage.
  • Human Error: Sometimes contractors and DIY afficionados don’t do a great job with their chimney or brickwork. Repairs can help fix these issues.
  • Neglect: Like any home system, failing to provide proper care for masonry causes it to deteriorate, and the longer the neglect lasts, the more expensive the repairs.
  • Severe Weather: Moisture can impact your chimney masonry, but major issues often occur due to large temperature shifts, high winds, and blows by windblown debris.
  • Improper Components: There are a lot of parts to your chimney, even though it seems like one solid piece. If those pieces aren’t working properly, damage can occur to other parts.
  • No Chimney Liner: When your chimney liner has failed entirely or is damaged, the acidic fumes from burning wood can break down your masonry.

No matter what is causing your masonry to fail, the experienced masonry professionals at Wolfman are the best in the area. We understand not only masonry, but also how your masonry interacts with the rest of your chimney system, and we’ll get your system back into great shape.

Mortar is very much like the glue that holds your chimney together. If the mortar joints are cracking, crumbling, or failing, the chimney structure weakens. This can cause issues with performance and safety that need to be addressed.

Tuckpointing, which is done to cover eroding mortar joints as a maintenance step to prevent further damage, and repointing, in which more mortar that is damaged is removed and repaired, are very similar processes. They both replace missing or damaged mortar to restore your chimney’s structural strength and stability.

Here’s a quick overview of how our Austin team handles your tuckpointing project: 

  1. We assess the damage and your system. Our chimney professionals will see what the damage is and make a plan to repair the damage.
  2. We remove eroding or failing mortar joints. Because these don’t provide any structural support, we remove them as they only weaken your overall chimney structure.
  3. We clean out the joints. Located between the bricks in your chimney, the failing mortar joints are cleaned out to provide a clean surface for the new mortar to adhere to.
  4. We add the new mortar. We take time to carefully match the new mortar to your existing color and strength, giving you a smooth, seamless result that will last for decades.

Bricks are designed to last for well over a century, but only with proper care. However, the mortar joints that will hold them together require regular care to keep them functioning properly. Tuckpointing every 20-30 years will keep your chimney looking and functioning perfectly.

Waterproofing protects your home and chimney brickwork from moisture trying to seep through its pores. Our Austin masonry waterproofing allows water to bead up and roll off of the surface instead of soaking in.

Do I need to waterproof my home and chimney masonry if it isn’t damaged?

Waterproofing is a preventative maintenance issue, rather than a repair. This means that you want to have it applied before you have damage, so that your home and chimney keep looking great and performing well. Water can also move slowly, then suddenly show up in dramatic ways that are more expensive to repair than waterproofing would cost.

Can I waterproof my masonry myself?

Waterproofing seems simple, but getting full coverage exactly where it’s most needed isn’t as easy as it looks. Your chimney professional understands exactly what products to use on your system and what techniques are needed for a strong seal. Products sold at home stores often aren’t of the same quality as professional products used at Wolfman, which can deliver superior results while maintaining vapor permeability.

Why does waterproofing need to be vapor permeable?

Remember the moisture that we talked about a moment ago? If it’s already soaked into your bricks, it needs somewhere to go. Vapor permeability allows the moisture already in the brick to leave, instead of staying put and causing additional damage.

How long will my waterproofing last?

When applied by a certified chimney professional, the vast majority of professional waterproofing products have a 10-year warranty, giving you a decade of protection once the chimney technician is done. However, in another decade, you’ll want to have a reapplication of the product to continue protecting your masonry.

Though you might think of masonry damage signs as issues such as gaps or cracks, there are some early signs that you can keep an eye out for as well:

  • Small Cracks or Imperfections: Whether running horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, cracks are a problem. They can even be hiding in your mortar joints, so look closely.
  • Leaning or Tilting: Subtle changes that take your structure off of plumb can be difficult to spot, especially if they take place over a long period of time.
  • Spalling: Spalling is when your brickwork’s surface is chipping or flaking. This is a sign that the weight load is shifting, causing pressure on the surface of your bricks.
  • Discoloration: Stains move with water, whether it’s simple discoloration or white powdery deposits. If you notice this sign, you probably have moisture-related issues.
  • Crumbling Mortar: Mortar joints are intended to be smooth and seamless. If they’re crumbling and falling out of place, it’s a sign that your structure is weakening and needs help.
  • Sagging Lintels. Lintels are horizontal beams over your windows and doors, sagging lintels mean they’re bearing more weight than they should and may have issues opening and closing.
  • Chimney Problems: Keep an eye on all of your masonry, but watch your chimney carefully. It’s more obvious when crumbling or leaning, and if it has issues, the rest of your home does too.
  • Uneven/Sloping Floors: Masonry damage or foundation issues can cause floors to become uneven or slope out of flat. If you notice this issue, contact us for help with your masonry.

These areas of concern warrant a visit from one of our masonry repair specialists in the Austin area. When you’re experiencing issues with your masonry work, don’t wait, but call us or reach out online today!

It’s both one of the most common questions we’re asked as well as the one we don’t have answers to until we see your problems. Masonry repair covers a huge range of services, and different repairs require different approaches, so there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.

As an example, crumbling mortar means you need tuckpointing, which is usually affordable, but extensive damage may require a rebuild or replacement instead. Similarly, brick replacement is much more affordable than rebuilding your entire chimney.

Contact our experienced Austin masonry repair team a call or contact us online and let us know the basics. We should be able to provide a rough estimate of what to expect, but until we’re at your home or business, we won’t know the amount for certain.

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If you need help with the masonry at your home or business in or around Austin, our technicians are always happy to chat about your masonry problems. Our masonry repair services are comprehensive, our customer service friendly, and we always take your budget, needs, and safety into account.

We’d love to be your team for masonry repairs, so why not call us at 512-866-9917 or reach out to us online today. You can always count on the chimney professionals at Wolfman Chimney to take care of your needs safely, effectively, and efficiently.