Chimney Services

Chimney Contractor You Can Trust in MetroWest MA

Your chimney takes more abuse than almost any other part of your home. It’s exposed to rain, snow, ice, freeze-thaw cycles, and extreme heat from the inside — all at the same time. When mortar cracks, bricks spall, or the crown fails, water gets in. And once water’s inside, the damage compounds fast.

At Eddy’s Construction & Masonry, we’ve spent over 15 years repairing, repointing, and rebuilding chimneys across Marlborough, Wellesley, Framingham, and the rest of MetroWest. We diagnose the real problem — not just the symptom — and fix it with materials and techniques rated for Massachusetts weather.

The result? A chimney that’s safe, weathertight, and built to last another 50+ years.

Our Chimney Services

From minor mortar repairs to full structural rebuilds, we handle every stage of chimney work. Each service is performed by our own masons — no subcontractors.

• Chimney Repair

  Fixing spalled bricks, cracked mortar joints, damaged crowns, and deteriorated flashings. We stop small problems before they become expensive ones.

• Chimney Repointing (Tuckpointing)

  Removing deteriorated mortar and replacing it with fresh, color-matched mortar rated for freeze-thaw cycles. Restores structural integrity and weathertight seal.

• Chimney Rebuilding

  When damage is too extensive for repair, we rebuild the chimney above the roofline using matching brick or stone, proper mortar, and modern crown/flashings.

• Crown Replacement

  The chimney crown is the first line of defense against water. We replace cracked or failed crowns with reinforced, sloped concrete caps that shed water properly.

• Chimney Flashing

  Proper flashing seals the joint between chimney and roof. We repair or replace step flashing, counter flashing, and base flashing to prevent leaks.

• Chimney Waterproofing

  Breathable silane/siloxane sealers that block water while letting moisture vapor escape. Extends the life of repointed or rebuilt chimneys significantly.

Why Homeowners Choose Eddy’s for Chimneys

Chimney work is specialized. Here’s what separates a job done right from a job you’ll redo in five years:

• Proper Diagnosis First

  We inspect the entire chimney system — crown, flashing, mortar, brick, flue liner — before recommending work. No guessing, no upselling.

• MA-Rated Mortar Mixes

  We use Type N or Type S mortar (depending on application) with the right sand-to-cement ratio for Massachusetts freeze-thaw cycles. Wrong mortar is the #1 cause of premature failure.

• Color-Matched Repointing

  We custom-blend mortar pigments to match your existing joints. The repair should be invisible from the street.

• Written Warranty

  We stand behind our chimney work. If something we repaired or rebuilt fails under normal use, we come back and make it right — in writing.

How We Work: From Inspection to Final Cleanup

Transparency is part of the job. Here’s exactly what happens when you hire us:

1. Free on-site inspection. We examine the chimney from roof to base, document issues with photos, and explain what we find.
2. Written estimate. You receive a detailed, fixed-price quote within 48 hours — no hourly surprises.
3. Scaffolding & safety setup. We set up proper scaffolding and protect your landscaping and roof before work begins.
4. Repair or rebuild. Mortar removed by hand (no power tools that damage brick), new mortar packed in layers, or full rebuild course by course.
5. Crown & flashing. New crown poured and sloped, flashings integrated with roofing for a weathertight seal.
6. Cleanup & walkthrough. Site cleaned, debris removed, and we walk you through the completed work.