Chimney Repair in Forest Hills, MA

Fix It Right the First Time

Stop water damage and safety hazards with professional chimney repair that actually lasts.

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Professional Chimney Contractors Forest Hills

What You Get When It's Done Right

Your chimney works the way it should. No more water stains on your ceiling or walls. No more smoke backing up into your living room when you try to enjoy a fire.

The draft pulls properly. Rain stays outside where it belongs. You can use your fireplace without worrying about carbon monoxide or structural problems.

Most importantly, you’re not dealing with the same issues again next year. When masonry repair is done correctly with the right materials and techniques, it holds up to New England weather and keeps protecting your home.

Masonry Repair Experts Forest Hills

We Know Chimneys Inside and Out

Academy Masonry has been handling chimney and masonry repair throughout Forest Hills and the greater Boston area for years. We’ve seen every type of chimney problem you can imagine.

We’re the contractors other homeowners call when they need honest assessments and quality work. No high-pressure sales tactics or inflated quotes for work you don’t need.

Our team understands Massachusetts building codes, local weather challenges, and the specific issues that affect chimneys in older New England homes.

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Chimney Repair Process Forest Hills

Here's Exactly What Happens

First, we inspect your entire chimney system from top to bottom. We’re looking for the root cause of your problem, not just the obvious symptoms you can see.

You get a clear explanation of what’s wrong and what needs to be fixed. We’ll tell you if it’s a simple repointing job or if there are bigger structural issues to address.

Once we start the repair, we use proper materials that match your existing masonry and techniques that will hold up over time. We clean up completely when we’re done and make sure everything is working properly before we leave.

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Chimney Servicing Forest Hills MA

Complete Chimney Repair Services

We handle everything from minor mortar joint repairs to major structural reconstruction. Chimney repointing, crown repair, flashing replacement, and fireplace repair are all part of what we do.

Forest Hills homes often need chimney repairs due to age and weather exposure. We’ve worked on everything from Victorian-era chimneys to more modern installations, so we understand the different challenges each type presents.

Every repair comes with our commitment to use quality materials and proven techniques. We’re not trying to sell you the most expensive option, just the right solution for your specific situation and budget.

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Most chimney problems can be repaired without full replacement, even when they look serious. Cracking mortar, water leaks, and damaged crowns are typically repair jobs, not replacement projects. We’ll give you an honest assessment of whether repair makes sense or if replacement is actually necessary. The key is catching problems early before they get worse and more expensive to fix.
Chimney leaks usually come from damaged mortar joints, cracked chimney crowns, or failed flashing where the chimney meets your roof. We identify the exact source of the leak, then repair it using proper waterproofing materials and techniques. Simply sealing the outside rarely works long-term – you need to address the underlying structural issues that are letting water in.
Quality chimney repair should last 15-20 years or more when done with the right materials and techniques. The key is using mortar that matches your existing masonry and proper installation methods. Cheap repairs might look fine initially but often fail within a few years, especially with New England freeze-thaw cycles. We use materials designed to handle local weather conditions.
We can handle emergency repairs year-round, but major masonry work is best done in dry conditions when temperatures are above freezing. Mortar needs proper curing time and temperature to set correctly. If you have an urgent leak or safety issue, we can do temporary repairs to protect your home until we can complete the permanent fix properly.
Chimney repair typically costs a fraction of full replacement – often 20-30% of replacement cost depending on what needs to be fixed. Even major repairs like crown reconstruction or extensive repointing are usually much more affordable than tearing down and rebuilding. We’ll give you honest pricing for both options so you can make an informed decision about what makes sense for your situation.
Yes, fireplace repair is part of our masonry services. We fix damaged fireboxes, repair or replace dampers, and handle any masonry issues inside your fireplace. Often chimney and fireplace problems are related, so it makes sense to have everything inspected and repaired by the same contractor who understands how the whole system works together.