Level 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
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Staten Island Chimney Repair typically costs between $350 and $4,500 depending on the scope, with most common repairs like mortar repointing or flashing work falling in the $500-$1,800 range. Most jobs are completed in a single visit, and Hearthstone Chimney Co. provides upfront pricing before any work begins. Call us at (516) 613-3035 for a free estimate with no obligation.
We’ve been repairing chimneys across Staten Island for over 42 years, since 1984, and we’ve seen what the borough’s coastal weather does to masonry. The salt air coming off the Arthur Kill and Raritan Bay, the freeze-thaw cycles that hit harder in neighborhoods like Tottenville and Great Kills, the driving rains that find every hairline crack - these aren’t abstract problems for us. We’ve documented them with our Level-2 camera systems, explained them in plain English to thousands of homeowners, and fixed them with materials that hold up. Russell Haines built this company on the idea that a chimney repair should be done once, done right, and backed by a promise in writing. That’s the 90-Day Done Right Promise, and it’s governed by our K.E.Y.S. values: Krafted right, Every time, Your home first, Standing behind it.
Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and carry professional-grade materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield. Most repairs are completed in a single visit. The price we quote is the price on the invoice. And when you call (516) 613-3035, a live person answers - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No voicemail, no callback queue.
What Our Chimney Repair Service Includes
Mortar Repointing
Mortar Repointing is the process of grinding out deteriorated mortar between bricks and packing fresh, matched mortar into the joints. In Staten Island, we see accelerated mortar decay in homes near the water, particularly in neighborhoods like Tottenville and Great Kills, where salt-laden air penetrates porous mortar and causes it to crumble. At Hearthstone Chimney Co., we analyze your existing mortar composition to match color and strength, then repoint using professional-grade mixes that flex with the brick rather than fighting it. Our repointing work is backed by the 90-Day Done Right Promise, and we photograph the before condition so you can see exactly why the repair was necessary.
Spalling Brick Repair
Spalling Brick Repair addresses what occurs when water trapped inside bricks freezes, expands, and flakes off the face of the brick, leaving pitted, crumbling surfaces. This is especially common in Staten Island’s older homes in St. George and New Dorp, where decades of moisture penetration have compromised the brick’s outer layer. We remove spalled bricks when necessary, source matching replacements when possible, and address the underlying moisture issue so the problem doesn’t repeat. Our technicians carry HeatShield and Copperfield materials to restore both the structural integrity and the appearance of your chimney.
Chimney Waterproofing
Chimney waterproofing applies a vapor-permeable sealant to masonry surfaces, allowing moisture inside the brick to escape while blocking external water from entering. In Staten Island’s climate, with nor’easters pushing rain against chimneys at odd angles and humid summers that keep masonry damp, waterproofing is often the difference between a chimney that lasts and one that needs rebuilding. We use professional-grade waterproofing agents from Gelco and Famco, applied after any necessary repairs are complete, with a level of coverage that protects without trapping moisture inside. A typical waterproofing treatment in Staten Island covers the full chimney above the roofline and includes a five-minute permeability test to confirm the product is breathing properly.
Flashing Repair
Flashing is the sheet metal that seals the gap between your chimney and roof, and it’s the single most common source of chimney-related leaks. In Staten Island, we’ve found that flashing installed during original construction often fails within 15-20 years due to thermal cycling and improper sealing at the corners. Our flashing repairs use custom-fabricated copper or galvanized steel, sealed with high-temperature compounds, and integrated with your existing roofing material without disturbing surrounding shingles. We document the flashing condition with camera photos before and after, and we guarantee our flashing work won’t leak for 90 days - or we come back and make it right, in writing, no arguing.
Chimney Rebuilding
When damage extends beyond what repointing or partial repair can address, chimney rebuilding removes the compromised structure and reconstructs it to current code. We’ve rebuilt chimneys in Staten Island neighborhoods from Bay Ridge to Dyker Heights where decades of deferred maintenance, combined with coastal weather exposure, left the chimney structurally unsound. Our rebuilds use matching brick and professional-grade mortar, with DuraFlex liners installed where the original liner is damaged or missing. Every rebuild includes a Level-2 camera inspection of the completed work, photos you can see, and a plain-English verdict on the chimney’s condition. The 90-Day Done Right Promise applies to the full structure.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing is a specialized form of repointing that creates the illusion of very fine, uniform mortar joints, often used on historic or decorative brickwork. In Staten Island’s older neighborhoods like St. George and parts of New Dorp, we’ve applied tuckpointing to preserve the original architectural character of homes while sealing out moisture. Our craftsmen match the existing joint profile and color precisely, using techniques that require steady handwork rather than speed. The result is a chimney that looks as it was built, but with mortar that will outlast the original by decades.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service for Chimney Repair
We’ve worked with DuraFlex stainless steel liners for more than two decades, installing them in Staten Island homes where clay tile liners have cracked or shifted. DuraFlex’s corrugated design allows it to flex with the chimney during freeze-thaw cycles without separating at the joints, which matters in coastal climates where temperature swings are sharp. We stock DuraFlex components and can complete most liner repairs or replacements in a single visit, with the camera inspection and photo report included.
HeatShield cerfractory sealant is our go-to for resurfacing deteriorated clay flue liners without full replacement. In Staten Island, where many homes built in the 1960s and 1970s have liners that are sound in structure but pitted from acid corrosion, HeatShield restores a smooth, insulated surface that meets safety standards. We’ve applied HeatShield in hundreds of chimneys across the borough, and we can show you photos of similar jobs so you understand what to expect. Whether your chimney uses DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, or Copperfield components - or any other professional-grade brand - we can service it, source parts for it, and stand behind the repair with our written promise.
Signs You Need Chimney Repair Right Now
- White staining (efflorescence) on your chimney exterior. This powdery white deposit means water is moving through your masonry, dissolving salts, and depositing them on the surface. In Staten Island’s humid climate, efflorescence rarely resolves on its own and typically signals mortar joints that are no longer repelling water. Left unaddressed, the same water movement that carries out salts will carry in freeze damage.
- Cracks or gaps in the mortar joints. Mortar that has receded more than a quarter-inch from the brick face, or joints that you can pick apart with a house key, have lost their bond. These gaps become channels for water, and in Staten Island’s freeze-thaw cycles, each winter widens them. We’ve repointed chimneys in Tottenville where minor joint gaps became major spalling within two seasons of neglect.
- Pieces of brick or mortar in your yard or fireplace. If masonry is falling off your chimney, the structure is actively deteriorating. This is not a cosmetic issue - spalled brick reduces the chimney’s load-bearing capacity, and fallen debris near the foundation can indicate crown or cap failure that allows water directly into the flue. We document this damage with our camera system and explain exactly what structural risk it presents.
- Water stains on your ceiling near the chimney. A leak at the chimney-roof intersection typically means flashing failure, but it can also indicate crown cracks or deteriorated mortar that channels water behind the chimney structure. In Staten Island’s driving rains, especially in neighborhoods exposed to open water, these leaks can damage rafters and insulation before they’re visible inside. Our inspection identifies the true source so you’re not paying for a roof repair when the chimney is the culprit.
- Your chimney leans or has visible separation from the house. Any structural movement is a safety issue that requires immediate professional evaluation. We’ve assessed leaning chimneys in older Staten Island homes where foundation settling, combined with decades of water infiltration, compromised the structure. This is not a DIY evaluation - the forces involved and the potential for collapse require trained assessment, and our Level-2 inspection includes structural documentation with photos you can review.
Our Chimney Repair Process - Step by Step
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Call and speak with a live person. When you call (516) 613-3035, day or night, a live person answers. We ask about your symptoms, your chimney’s age if you know it, and your neighborhood in Staten Island. This lets us dispatch the right technician with the right materials. No phone trees, no callback promises.
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Level-2 camera inspection and photo documentation. Our technician arrives in uniform, introduces themselves, and begins with a visual exterior assessment followed by a Level-2 internal camera inspection. We photograph every significant finding - cracks, spalling, liner condition, flashing gaps - and load these images onto a tablet so you can see what we see. The verdict is delivered in plain English, not jargon.
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Upfront estimate with line-item pricing. Before any repair begins, you receive a written estimate with each repair item broken out separately. A typical repointing estimate might show: grind and repoint mortar joints ($X), replace damaged bricks ($Y), apply waterproofing sealant ($Z). The number on the estimate is the number on the invoice. We explain which repairs are urgent for safety, which can be scheduled, and which are preventive.
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Professional repair with documented materials. Our technicians carry professional-grade materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, and Copperfield - no builder-grade substitutes. Most repairs are completed in a single visit. We photograph the completed work, note any materials used by batch or serial number for warranty purposes, and leave the work area clean.
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Written warranty and follow-up. Every repair is covered by the 90-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, we make it right, backed in writing with no paperwork and no arguing. We also note any maintenance that will extend the repair’s life, such as annual inspections or waterproofing reapplication timelines. Your photos and report are archived for future reference.
How Much Does Chimney Repair Cost in Staten Island?
How much Chimney Repair costs in Staten Island varies with the scope of damage, the height and accessibility of the chimney, and the materials required. Based on our work across the borough, here are typical ranges:
| Repair Type | Typical Range in Staten Island | What Affects Price |
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| Mortar repointing (partial) | $500 - $1,200 | Height, joint depth, brick condition |
| Mortar repointing (full chimney) | $1,500 - $3,500 | Chimney height, scaffold needs, mortar matching |
| Spalling brick repair (localized) | $400 - $1,000 | Number of bricks, matching availability |
| Chimney waterproofing | $350 - $800 | Surface area, prep work needed |
| Flashing repair | $450 - $1,100 | Metal type, roof pitch, extent of corrosion |
| Chimney rebuilding (partial) | $2,500 - $5,500 | Height, brick matching, liner condition |
| Chimney rebuilding (full) | $5,000 - $12,000+ | Height, foundation, liner replacement |
| Tuckpointing (decorative) | $1,200 - $3,000 | Joint profile complexity, color matching |
Several factors push costs toward the higher end. Chimneys over two stories require scaffolding or specialized ladder work, which adds labor time. Brick matching for older Staten Island homes, particularly in historic districts, may require sourcing from specialty suppliers. And repairs that reveal hidden damage - a cracked flue liner behind spalled brick, for example - extend the scope. This is why our Level-2 inspection matters: we identify these issues before quoting, not after starting work.
To avoid overpaying, get a written estimate that itemizes each repair, and ask to see photo evidence of every condition being addressed. We provide this as standard practice. Be cautious of quotes that seem low but lack detail - we’ve been called to fix shortcuts taken by others, and the second repair always costs more than doing it right the first time. Our free estimates include the full photo report and plain-English explanation, with no pressure to book.
Standing offers that apply: $50 off any repair over $250, free second opinion on any written estimate, and a permanent 5% senior and veteran discount. Call (516) 613-3035 for your exact quote.
Chimney Repair Near Staten Island - Our Service Area
We repair chimneys throughout Staten Island and into the connected Brooklyn neighborhoods that share the same coastal exposure and building stock. Our primary service area includes Chimney Repair in Staten Island proper, from St. George and New Dorp down to Chimney Repair in Tottenville and Chimney Repair in Great Kills. We also work regularly in Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Bensonhurst, Sunset Park, Borough Park, Red Hook, and Sheepshead Bay - neighborhoods where the same salt air, freeze-thaw cycles, and aging masonry create identical repair needs.
Response times depend on your location and our current schedule, but most Staten Island homeowners receive same-week appointments when they call. Emergency structural assessments are prioritized. We’ve been driving these streets for over 42 years, and we know which blocks have the 1920s brick, which have the post-war construction, and which neighborhoods see the worst wind-driven rain. That local knowledge means faster diagnosis and repairs that account for your specific conditions.
Serving Staten Island, NY - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Staten Island area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Chimney Repair in Staten Island
Chimney repair fixes structural and functional damage to the chimney’s masonry, liner, crown, cap, or flashing, while chimney cleaning removes combustible creosote deposits from the flue. A chimney can be perfectly clean and still need repair if its mortar is crumbling or its liner is cracked. We perform both services and can bundle them if your chimney needs both maintenance and repair.
Most common repairs - repointing, flashing work, waterproofing, localized spalling repair - are completed in a single visit of three to six hours. Larger projects like partial or full chimney rebuilding may take two to three days, with the chimney out of service during that time. We give you a clear timeline in our upfront estimate, and our technicians arrive with the materials to finish without return trips.
Typical chimney repairs in Staten Island range from $350 for waterproofing to $3,500 for extensive repointing, with full rebuilds starting around $5,000. The exact cost depends on the damage extent, chimney height, and materials needed. We provide itemized, upfront pricing before any work begins, and our estimates are free. Call (516) 613-3035 for your specific quote.
Yes. We’ve installed and repaired DuraFlex stainless steel liners and applied HeatShield cerfractory sealant in hundreds of Staten Island chimneys. We stock components for both brands and can complete most liner-related repairs in a single visit. If your chimney uses Gelco, Olympia Chimney, Famco, or Copperfield products, we service those as well.
We prioritize structural emergencies - leaning chimneys, active leaks causing interior damage, or conditions that create immediate fire or carbon monoxide hazards. Call (516) 613-3035 any time; a live person answers 24/7 and will dispatch based on urgency. For non-emergency repairs, we typically schedule within the same week.
Every repair is backed by our 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing: if it’s not right, we make it right with no arguing and no additional paperwork. This applies to all workmanship and materials we install. Manufacturer warranties on specific products, such as DuraFlex liners, run separately and are transferred to you at completion.
Clear a path to your fireplace or chimney access point, remove fragile items from the mantel and hearth area, and ensure pets are secured in another room. You don’t need to cover furniture - our technicians bring drop cloths and clean the work area afterward. If roof access is needed, we handle ladder placement and safety equipment. Plan to be available for the inspection review, as we walk you through the photos and explain our findings before proceeding.
Schedule Your Chimney Repair Service in Staten Island Today
Call (516) 613-3035 and speak with a live person - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’ll schedule your free estimate, conduct the Level-2 camera inspection with photos you can see, and provide upfront pricing before any work begins. Most repairs are completed in a single visit. The 90-Day Done Right Promise means we stand behind every job in writing. No surprises on the bill, no arguing if something needs adjustment. Just the repair done right, so you can use your fireplace with confidence through every Staten Island winter.
Written by Russell Haines, Owner at Hearthstone Chimney Co., serving Staten Island since 1984.