Chimney Tuckpointing & Repointing

Tuckpointing and repointing are essential maintenance procedures that repair the mortar holding your chimney’s bricks together. When the mortar starts to crack, crumble, or fall out, your chimney is no longer sealed against the elements, which can lead to water damage, instability, and even full structural failure.

Repointing involves removing deteriorated mortar and replacing it with a fresh, durable mix that matches your existing chimney. Tuckpointing goes a step further by adding a second, contrasting color to create a clean, finished look that enhances curb appeal. Both methods strengthen your chimney, extend its lifespan, and help protect your home.

Even minor cracks in your chimney’s mortar joints can invite serious trouble. Water can seep in, freeze and expand during winter, and slowly break down your masonry from the inside out. Left unrepaired, this damage can cause bricks to loosen, moisture to leak into your home, and in some cases, require a full chimney rebuild, which is a far more expensive and disruptive process than repointing or tuckpointing.

That’s why it’s so important to address mortar deterioration early. With proper tuckpointing or repointing, we can stop damage in its tracks and restore your chimney to safe, solid condition. Overall, tuckpointing is an aesthetic approach that provides a protective layer over your mortar, while repointing is a repair process when your mortar has already become damaged.