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You wake up after the next storm and there’s no water staining your walls. No more wondering if that crack is letting carbon monoxide into your house. Your fireplace becomes safe to use again.
The mortar joints hold tight against Long Island’s salt air and temperature swings. Water stays outside where it belongs. Your chimney stops being a source of stress and starts doing its job properly.
Most importantly, you avoid the thousands of dollars in structural damage that happens when small problems turn into big ones. One repointing job now prevents a complete chimney rebuild later.
SkyLuxe Construction isn’t just another contractor. We’re a family business that’s built our reputation one Huntington chimney at a time.
We understand what Long Island weather does to chimneys. The freeze-thaw cycles that crack mortar. The salt air that breaks down standard materials faster than anywhere else. That’s why we use specialized mortar mixes designed specifically for coastal conditions.
When you call SkyLuxe, owner Al personally inspects every job. You’re not dealing with a faceless company – you’re working with neighbors who stake our family name on getting it right the first time.
First, we inspect your entire chimney from top to bottom. You get a clear explanation of what needs fixing and what doesn’t – no surprises, no upselling on work you don’t need.
Next, we carefully remove the old, damaged mortar without harming your bricks. This takes patience and the right tools. Rush this step, and you’ll have bigger problems later.
Then comes the new mortar, mixed specifically for Long Island’s coastal environment. It’s designed to resist salt damage and handle the constant moisture that regular mortar can’t handle. We match the color and texture so it looks like it was always there.
Most jobs finish in one day. You get your life back quickly, with a chimney that’s ready for whatever weather comes next.
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SkyLuxe handles every type of chimney repointing work Huntington homeowners face. Crumbling mortar joints, weathered exterior pointing, full tuckpointing restoration – we’ve seen it all.
In Huntington’s coastal environment, standard mortar breaks down faster than inland areas. That’s why we use upgraded materials that resist salt corrosion and handle the constant temperature changes that come with being near the water.
We also handle the related work that often comes with repointing. Crown repairs, flashing updates, waterproofing – all the pieces that work together to keep water out of your chimney system.
The goal isn’t just to fix what’s broken. It’s to make sure your chimney can handle the next 20-30 years of Long Island weather without needing major work again.
Most chimney repointing jobs in Huntington range from $350 to $2,500, depending on the size of your chimney and how much mortar needs replacement. Small spot repairs on the lower end, full chimney repointing on the higher end.
The cost depends on several factors: how many sides of the chimney need work, how high up the damage goes, and whether you need standard repointing or full tuckpointing with decorative mortar lines. Jobs that require scaffolding cost more than ground-level work.
Here’s what matters more than the upfront cost: good repointing work prevents the $5,000-$15,000 you’d spend on major structural repairs if water keeps getting in. SkyLuxe provides written estimates so you know exactly what you’re paying for, with no surprises.
Most chimney repointing projects finish in one day. Larger chimneys or extensive damage might take two days, but that’s less common.
The timeline depends on how much mortar needs replacement and the weather conditions. You can’t do quality repointing work in freezing temperatures or heavy rain – the mortar won’t cure properly and you’ll have problems later.
We give you a realistic timeline during the estimate. We don’t rush the work to hit artificial deadlines. The mortar needs proper time to cure, and cutting corners here means the job won’t last. Better to do it right once than have to redo it in a few years.
Repointing means removing damaged mortar and replacing it with new mortar that matches your existing joints. It’s about function – stopping water from getting into your chimney structure.
Tuckpointing goes a step further. After the structural repointing is done, a thin line of contrasting mortar is added to create clean, uniform joint lines. It makes the brickwork look like it was built yesterday, even on older chimneys.
Both take about the same amount of time and skill. The choice usually comes down to whether you want the chimney to blend in with its current appearance or if you want that crisp, newly-built look. Either way, the important part is stopping water infiltration and structural damage.
Long Island’s coastal location creates a perfect storm for mortar deterioration. The salt air breaks down standard mortar faster than it would inland. Add in the freeze-thaw cycles we get every winter, and mortar joints that might last 30 years elsewhere start failing in 15-20 years here.
The constant moisture from being near the water doesn’t help either. Mortar needs to breathe and dry out periodically. When it stays damp, it becomes more susceptible to freeze damage and salt penetration.
That’s why we use mortar mixes specifically designed for coastal conditions. These specialized mortars resist salt damage and handle moisture better than standard mixes. It costs a little more upfront but lasts significantly longer in Huntington’s challenging environment.
It depends on what’s wrong with your chimney. If it’s just cosmetic mortar damage on the outside, your fireplace is probably safe to use. But if there are structural problems, cracks that go all the way through, or issues with the flue liner, don’t risk it.
Carbon monoxide poisoning and house fires aren’t worth the risk of a cozy fire. When mortar joints fail completely, they can let dangerous gases back into your house instead of venting them outside properly.
We’ll tell you during the inspection whether it’s safe to use your fireplace while waiting for repairs. If there’s any doubt, we’ll recommend waiting. Better to be cold for a few days than to put your family at risk. Most repointing jobs finish quickly anyway, so you won’t be without your fireplace for long.
Look for white staining on the outside bricks – that’s efflorescence, which means water is getting through the mortar joints. Crumbling or missing mortar between bricks is another obvious sign. If you can easily scrape mortar out with a key or screwdriver, it’s time for repointing.
Inside your house, water stains on walls near the fireplace or actual dripping during heavy rain means water is getting through somewhere. A musty smell from the fireplace when it’s not in use can also indicate moisture problems.
Don’t wait until you see major damage. Small mortar problems become expensive structural issues within a few seasons, especially here on Long Island where freeze-thaw cycles make everything worse. We offer free inspections, so there’s no cost to find out where you stand.
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