Sanborn Masonry, provides the following professional chimney services. • Chimney construction • Chimney restoration • Chimney removal • Chimney replacement • Tuck-Pointing&# • Chimney restructure coatings • Chimney crown repair and replacement • Chimney Inspection&# • Chimney flashing • Chimney cap installation RL Sanborn Masonry will resolve 100% of your chimney concerns, guaranteed! We are experienced with chimneys of all varieties and materials. We will repair, restore or build your chimney properly, by adhering to building codes. Our skilled team members possess the knowledge of proper masonry procedure and are ethically committed to the safety and longevity of your chimney. RL Sanborn Masonry always uses the recommended products & procedures for all chimney services. With 25 years as a chimney service contractor, we continue providing quality chimney services. RL Sanborn Masonry is fully insured, with safety as a primary concern. Chimneys, being massive structures, are only as good as their footings and the mortar joints, which hold them together. Without proper maintenance, a chimney can lose structural integrity. Common symptoms of an ailing chimney may be leaks through interior walls and ceilings. Typical causes of leaks are; • crown fracture • faulty flashing • missing or failed mortar joints • failed brick Failed Chimney Footings Generally, a cracked chimney footing can be the result of an improper concrete pour that was done above the frost line or the lack of steel reinforcement in the concrete. The result of a failed chimney footing usually requires a chimney to be replaced, with a new footing. An experienced chimney mason will not opt for shortcuts in design or craftsmanship, has knowledge to carefully evaluate your current chimney, and has the knowledge to professionally recommend options. There are many entering the field of chimney repair and far fewer masons. A chimney must be taken very seriously. A qualified chimney mason takes chimneys very seriously. A qualified chimney mason has many years of experience understanding the fundamentals of chimney construction, chimney operation and chimney safety. There are contractors who offer chimney services, while lacking crucial knowledge. There are also masons who lack experience in the art of flashing a chimney. A chimney may appear to be built well, yet without proper flashing it will be problematic. A chimney should never be tampered with by unqualified personnel. The chimney arena is no place to cut corners. RL Sanborn Masonry is backed with over 25 years of experience building chimneys, restoring chimneys and repairing chimneys. RL Sanborn Masonry; • follows safe excavation practices • pours adequate footings • professionally installs brick chimneys • cuts and sets artisan grade stone chimneys • fabricates and installs steel pinned stone piers • cuts and sets artisan grade stone chimney caps • installs clay flue tiles • installs chimney clean out doors • custom chimney crowns with brick trim (not manufactured ) • installs flashing • applies quality masonry sealants • leaves the job site as it was found RL Sanborn Masonry recommends the application of a quality masonry sealant, on new and restored masonry. Quality masonry sealants prevent the infiltration of moisture, that permeates brick and mortar, freezes, expands and cracks the mortar and masonry. This process reoccurs over time. Sealants last about 5 years and should be re applied to maintain the masonry's optimal longevity. If mortar joints are crumbling or missing consistently, it is time for a complete chimney restoration or possible chimney replacement. If the brick has failed consistently, the only option is chimney replacement. If the decay is isolated, some tuck pointing and or replacement of brick is adequate. RL Sanborn Masonry is delighted to provide professional quality chimney services. Give us a call @ (207)619-7473. Request a quote or inspection (Click Here) We proudly serve Portland, Maine and a 25 mile radius. Chimney Services Menu (click here) Service Areas: |
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What is masonry? Masonry is the building of structures from individual units laid in and bound together by mortar. The common materials of masonry construction are brick, stone such as marble, granite, travertine, limestone; concrete block, glass block, and tile. Masonry is generally a highly durable form of construction. However, the materials used, the quality of the mortar and workmanship, and the pattern the units are put in can strongly affect the durability of the overall masonry construction |
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