Expert Chimney Repair & Tuckpointing in Macomb, MI

Macomb homeowners deal with the same freeze-thaw punishment that hits chimneys across southeast Michigan, and it shows up first in cracked mortar and damaged crowns. Brickheads Masonry has handled chimney repair, rebuilds, and tuckpointing here since 2006, with our own crew, never a subcontractor.

Catching Damage Before It Becomes a Rebuild

Most chimney problems start small: a hairline crack in the crown, a few deteriorated mortar joints, maybe some white staining on the brick. None of those are urgent alone, but ignored together they lead to water intrusion and eventually a chimney that needs to come down and be rebuilt instead of repaired. We inspect the full structure before quoting so you know which one you're actually looking at. When a rebuild is the right call, we match brick and mortar to the original so the new work doesn't stand out.

Signs Worth a Call

• Cracked, crumbling, or missing mortar joints

• White efflorescence staining on the brick

• Spalling or flaking brick faces

• Interior water stains near the fireplace

• A leaning or separating chimney stack

• Visible gaps in the crown or cap

Any one of these is worth addressing before the next winter.

Tuckpointing and Custom Steps

We grind out failing mortar to the proper depth and repoint with mortar color-matched to your existing brick as part of our tuckpointing and brick repair services. Skipping tuckpointing speeds up brick delamination, turning a repair job today into a rebuild later. We also design and install custom brick steps, whether you're replacing settled or cracked steps or adding a new feature to your entryway.

Why Homeowners Choose Brickheads

• Family owned and operated since 2006, now over 20 full-time employees

• Builder's License #262200027, fully licensed and insured

• Our own crew on every job, no subcontractors

• All work backed by a written warranty

• Free, no-pressure estimates

30% off masonry projects, 20% off paver projects, and 10% off concrete work. Mention this page when you call.

FAQs

  • How much does chimney repair cost here?

    Most jobs run between $500 and $2,500, depending on the extent of damage and whether tuckpointing or a partial rebuild is needed. Call 586-709-2365 for a free estimate.

  • How often should a chimney be inspected?

    Annually, and after any severe storm. Catching mortar damage early keeps the repair small.

  • Can brick and mortar be color matched?

    Yes, we match both color and composition so repairs blend into the original masonry.

    Call 586-709-2365, or see our chimney repair page for the full range of chimney services.