Chimney Repair & Rebuilding Services

Why Chimney Maintenance Cannot Wait

Your chimney does more than just let smoke escape. It protects your home from water damage, prevents carbon monoxide poisoning, and keeps your heating system running safely. When your chimney has problems, your entire home is at risk.

At KXM Knoxville Masonry, we have seen what happens when chimney problems go unfixed. Small cracks turn into major leaks. Loose bricks become safety hazards. A tilting chimney can even collapse and cause serious damage to your roof and home. We fix these problems before they put your family in danger.

We serve homeowners throughout Knoxville, TN and the surrounding areas. Our team has years of experience working on chimneys of all ages and styles. Whether you need a minor repair or a complete rebuild, we bring the skills and materials to do it right the first time.

Common Chimney Problems We Solve

Cracked Chimney Crowns

The chimney crown sits at the top of your chimney and keeps water from running down inside. When it cracks, water seeps in and causes damage to the bricks, mortar, and flue liner. We repair or replace damaged crowns to stop water intrusion before it ruins your chimney.

Damaged Flashing

Flashing is the metal seal between your chimney and roof. When it fails, water leaks into your attic and walls. Many chimney leaks come from bad flashing, not the chimney itself. We install new flashing that creates a watertight seal and prevents costly water damage.

Leaning or Tilting Chimneys

A chimney that leans is a serious safety problem. It usually means the foundation has failed or the structure is pulling away from the house. Sometimes we can stabilize a leaning chimney, but often the safest option is to rebuild it from the ground up. We assess the damage honestly and tell you what needs to be done.

Deteriorating Bricks and Mortar

Chimneys take a beating from weather and temperature changes. The freeze-thaw cycle causes bricks to crack and mortar to crumble. When you see pieces of brick or mortar on your roof or around your foundation, your chimney is falling apart. We remove damaged materials and rebuild the affected areas with fresh, durable masonry. For extensive mortar damage, tuckpointing services can restore the structural integrity.

Our Chimney Repair and Rebuilding Process

Every chimney job starts with a complete inspection. We climb on your roof, examine the crown and flashing, check the bricks and mortar, and look inside the flue. We also inspect the base and foundation to make sure everything is structurally sound. This tells us exactly what is wrong and what it will take to fix it.

Once we know what you need, we give you a detailed written estimate. We explain the problem in plain language and walk you through your options. You will know what we are going to do, how long it will take, and what it will cost. No surprises, no pressure.

For repairs, we remove the damaged sections and rebuild them with matching materials. We take care to blend the new work with the old so your chimney looks uniform. For rebuilds, we often take the chimney down to a stable point and build it back up using code-compliant techniques and premium materials.

Safety is our top priority. We use proper scaffolding, safety equipment, and work practices to protect our crew and your property. We also clean up thoroughly when the job is done. Your yard and roof will be free of debris, and your chimney will be ready to use.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Repair