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You’ll sleep better knowing your chimney isn’t a fire hazard waiting to happen. Our repairs address the root cause, not just the symptoms you can see.
When we’re done, your chimney works the way it should. No more water dripping into your fireplace when it rains. No more chunks of mortar falling into your yard. No more wondering if it’s safe to light a fire.
That’s what happens when experienced professionals handle the job right the first time. Your family stays safe, your home stays protected, and you don’t have to think about your chimney again for years.
SkyLuxe Construction isn’t some fly-by-night operation. We’re a family business that’s been serving Suffolk County homeowners for decades, and we understand what Long Island weather does to chimneys.
Head of the Harbor has been around since 1928, and many of these homes have chimneys that need the kind of specialized care only experienced local contractors can provide. We know the difference between a quick patch job and a real repair that lasts.
When you call us, you’re getting craftsmen who’ve seen every type of chimney problem Suffolk County can throw at you. We combine old-school masonry skills with modern materials and techniques, so your repair stands up to whatever comes next.
First, we inspect your chimney from top to bottom. Not just a quick look—a real inspection that identifies every problem, from obvious cracks to hidden issues that could cause trouble later.
Then we explain what we found in plain English. No confusing technical jargon, no pressure tactics. Just an honest assessment of what needs fixing and what it’ll cost.
Once you approve the work, our team gets to it. We use quality materials that can handle Suffolk County’s harsh winters and humid summers. Every repair is done right, cleaned up completely, and backed by our warranty. You’ll know exactly when we’ll be done, and we stick to that timeline.
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We handle everything your chimney needs to work safely and efficiently. Chimney repointing when your mortar joints are failing. Flashing repair to stop water from getting where it shouldn’t. Crown and cap work to protect the top of your chimney from the elements.
Head of the Harbor’s older homes often need specialized masonry work, and that’s exactly what we do. We repair cracked flue liners that could let dangerous gases into your home. We fix fireboxes that have been damaged by years of use. We rebuild sections that are beyond simple repair.
Suffolk County’s weather is tough on chimneys—freezing winters followed by humid summers create expansion and contraction that breaks down even solid masonry over time. Our repairs are designed specifically to handle these local conditions, using materials and techniques that last.
Look for white spots on the outside of your chimney—that’s efflorescence, which means moisture is getting where it shouldn’t. Check for loose or missing mortar between bricks, especially after storms.
Inside your home, water stains on walls near the chimney or rust on the damper are clear signs of problems. If you see pieces of brick or mortar in your fireplace or around the base of your chimney outside, that’s spalling and needs immediate attention.
Don’t wait until you smell smoke in rooms where it shouldn’t be or see actual flames where they don’t belong. Those are emergency situations that put your family at risk.
Repointing means removing old, damaged mortar and replacing it with new mortar while keeping the existing bricks. It’s what we do when the bricks are still solid but the joints between them have deteriorated.
Rebuilding means tearing down part or all of the chimney and constructing it again from scratch. We only recommend this when the structure itself is compromised—when bricks are cracked, the chimney is leaning, or there’s extensive damage that can’t be repaired.
Most Suffolk County chimneys need repointing long before they need rebuilding. Catching problems early with proper repointing can add decades to your chimney’s life and save you thousands compared to a full rebuild.
Simple repairs like fixing flashing or replacing a chimney cap usually take a day. Repointing work typically takes 2-3 days depending on how much of the chimney needs attention.
Major repairs involving flue liner replacement or significant masonry work can take a week or more. Weather affects our timeline too—we can’t do quality masonry work in freezing temperatures or heavy rain.
We’ll give you a realistic timeline upfront and keep you updated if anything changes. Most homeowners are surprised how quickly we can solve problems that seemed major, especially when we catch issues before they become emergencies.
We can handle emergency repairs year-round, but we schedule major masonry work for warmer months when conditions are right for proper mortar curing.
Mortar needs specific temperature and humidity conditions to cure properly. Trying to rush masonry work in freezing weather leads to weak joints that fail within a few years. That’s not how we do business.
If you have an urgent safety issue in winter, we’ll make temporary repairs to keep you safe and schedule the permanent fix for spring. It’s better to wait a few months for work that lasts decades than to get a quick fix that fails quickly.
Most chimney leaks start with damaged flashing—the metal that seals the gap between your chimney and roof. Suffolk County’s freeze-thaw cycles cause expansion and contraction that can loosen or crack flashing over time.
Cracked chimney crowns are another common culprit. The crown is the concrete cap at the top of your chimney, and when it cracks, water gets in and causes damage throughout the entire structure.
Missing or damaged chimney caps let rain pour directly down your flue. In Head of the Harbor’s older homes, we also see leaks from deteriorated mortar joints that let water penetrate the chimney walls themselves.
Simple repairs like chimney cap replacement typically run $300-800. Repointing work usually costs $1,500-4,000 depending on how much of the chimney needs attention and how high we need to work.
Major repairs involving flue liner replacement or extensive masonry work can range from $3,000-8,000. Every chimney is different, so we provide detailed written estimates after our inspection.
We price our work fairly because we want long-term relationships with Suffolk County homeowners, not one-time transactions. You’ll get an honest assessment of what needs fixing and what can wait, so you can make informed decisions about your home.
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