Chimney repair in Apopka FL - a chimney that keeps the rain out of your house
Water stain on the ceiling by the chimney? We find where the rain is getting in and fix that, not just the stain.
Chimney repair that stops the waterbefore it reaches your ceiling
Most chimney calls we get in Apopka start with a brown stain on the ceiling or a damp patch on the wall beside the fireplace. Chimney repair stops that water at the chimney itself, at the crown on top, the base and the flashing where it comes through your roof, so it quits getting into your house.
At Custom Apopka Concrete and Masonry, I check all three every time, because the stained spot is rarely where the water gets in. Worn mortar joints get raked out and refilled, which is tuckpointing, and cracked or loose bricks get brick repair. We do this work in Apopka and the cities around it.
What you pay turns on how many of those parts need work, how much brick is damaged and how easy the chimney is to reach on your roof. The schedule mostly comes down to any permit review and dry weather for fresh mortar. I'll give you your own number in a written estimate after I've seen it.
You'll get a straight answer about what's letting water into your chimney and what it takes to fix it, so call (407) 358-0149.
Chimney repair work we take on
Every chimney is built a little differently, so we fix each part with what it's made of, matching brick and mortar on the masonry and working the flashing in with your roof.
Chimney crown
The crown is the concrete cap on top that sheds rain off the chimney. When it cracks, we repair or rebuild it so water runs off instead of soaking in.
Flashing at the roof
Flashing is the metal that seals the gap where the chimney meets your roof. We replace worn or pulled-away flashing and seal it into the brick and roof.
Brick and mortar
Cracked bricks and worn mortar joints let water into the chimney walls and down to the base. We cut out the bad joints, pack in fresh mortar and swap out broken bricks.
Why people trust us with chimney and brickwork around Apopka since 2013
Working with us is simple. You talk to me, you get a plain answer and you know what the job involves before anything starts.
I do the estimate myself
The person who looks at your chimney and prices the job is me, the owner, so you hear it from someone who has done this work for years.
Straight answers for home sellers
Getting a house ready to sell? I'll tell you plainly where the chimney stands, so you know what to fix before a buyer's inspector climbs up there.
No work you don't need
If a repair can wait, I'll tell you so, and I'd rather lose the job than sell you something your chimney doesn't need.
Licensed and insured
We're licensed and insured, and I'm happy to show you both before anyone from our crew sets foot on your roof.
Told now, not found later
I'd rather tell you something now than have you find it out later, and we back the work with satisfaction guaranteed on every job.
Your chimney and masonry repair estimatefrom the owner, in writing
Send your address and a short note on what you've noticed, like a ceiling stain or loose bricks. We'll get back to you within one business day to set up a free on-site estimate, with no pressure and no obligation.
How a chimney job runswith Custom Apopka Concrete and Masonry
You'll know what we're fixing and what it costs before any work starts, because it's all in the written estimate I give you after I've looked at your chimney.
Call or send the form
Call (407) 358-0149 or fill out the form and tell us what you've noticed, like a ceiling stain or crumbling mortar up top. We'll set a time for me to come out.
I look at it myself
I go over the chimney and the roof around it in person, then put what it needs and the price in a written estimate you can take your time with.
Permit and setup
If you go ahead, we pull any permit the job needs as the licensed contractor and set up the inspections. When it isn't clear, we check with the city or county before we start.
The repair
My crew does the work with me on site, starting with whatever is letting water in and keeping fresh mortar dry while it sets.
Walk the finished job
When we're done, we walk the finished chimney with you, show you what we fixed and clean up before we leave.
Chimney repair questions
How much does chimney repair cost in Apopka?
Across the US, chimney cap and crown repair with waterproofing usually runs about $550 to $2,300 a job. That figure is for the cap and crown, so new flashing or brick work isn't part of it. You'll get your own price in writing once I've seen your chimney.
What causes a chimney to leak?
Most chimney leaks start in one of three places, the base of the chimney, the joint where it meets the roof or the crown on top. Water often travels before it shows on a ceiling, so a stain can sit a few feet from the real gap, and that's why we check all three.
How do I know if my chimney flashing is done right?
A chimney that comes through the roof should have both base flashing and counter flashing, which brick industry guidance says it needs to keep water out. Base flashing tucks under the shingles against the brick, and counter flashing is set into the mortar joints and laps down over it. The same guidance recommends metal because it handles heat and weather, so when you compare bids, check that each one includes both kinds.
How often should a chimney be inspected?
At least once a year, according to the national chimney inspection standard, which covers chimneys, fireplaces and vents. The standard also calls for a closer Level 2 inspection when a house is sold or transferred, and since that one covers the attic, clearing a path to the attic hatch helps the visit go quicker.
Who applies for a chimney repair permit in Apopka?
A licensed contractor registered with the City of Apopka submits the permit application, and the city requires a permit before the repair of any building or part of one. If you own a single-family house and are doing the work yourself, you can apply to the city's Building-Safety Department as an owner/builder with proof of ownership, like a deed or tax bill, and an owner/builder affidavit. Skipping a permit can bring fines or a work stoppage from the city, and it can complicate a later sale or refinance.
What is the difference between a certified and registered contractor in Florida?
A certified contractor's license is good anywhere in Florida, while a registered license only covers the cities or counties where that contractor holds a certificate of competency. If you're hiring someone with a registered license, ask whether it covers Apopka.
Chimney repair around Apopka, FL
We're based in Apopka and repair chimneys in the cities around it, from Ocoee to Mount Dora, where we see plenty of brick chimneys on older houses. Find your city below or give us a call.
Book your chimney repair estimate in Apopkabefore the next rain finds the gap
Water that gets past a chimney keeps working into the framing and ceiling, so the sooner I see it, the smaller the chimney repair usually is. Call (407) 358-0149 or send the form with your address.