Chimney Repointing & Tuckpointing in New Jersey
Mortar is the weakest part of a brick chimney, and in New Jersey’s freeze-thaw winters it is usually the first thing to fail. Ambassadors Construction provides chimney repointing in New Jersey, replacing worn mortar before water causes bigger damage.
Repointing restores the strength and appearance of the chimney and is far less expensive than a rebuild when done in time.
- ✓ Serving NJ homeowners since 2008
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- ✓ Based in Fair Lawn, Bergen County
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What Is Chimney Repointing?
Repointing (often called tuckpointing) means grinding out deteriorated mortar to a consistent depth and packing the joints with new mortar, then tooling it to shed water. The bricks stay in place; only the failed mortar is replaced.
Signs Your Chimney Needs Repointing
- Mortar that is sandy, crumbling or recessed behind the brick face
- Gaps or cracks along mortar joints
- Loose bricks near the top of the chimney
- Water stains or leaks near the chimney inside the home
- White efflorescence on the brick
Our Repointing Process
- Inspect and photograph the chimney
- Grind out failed mortar joints
- Clean the joints of dust and debris
- Repack with new mortar matched in color
- Tool the joints to shed water
- Recommend crown, cap or waterproofing if needed
Why New Jersey Homeowners Choose Ambassadors Construction
- Local since 2008. A locally owned company based in Fair Lawn, Bergen County.
- Licensed and insured for your protection on every job.
- Photo-documented inspections so you see the problem before you pay to fix it.
- Written, itemized estimates with the scope and materials spelled out.
- Quality materials. Mortar, brick and stone matched as closely as possible to your existing chimney, plus stainless steel caps and new flashing.
- Roofing, chimney, skylight, gutter and siding work under one roof. One crew means the details where they meet are done right.
- 24/7 service. We answer the phone day and night, seven days a week.
Our Chimney Process, Step by Step
- Call, text or email us. Tell us what’s going on with your chimney. We answer 24/7 and schedule a visit that works for you.
- Free on-site inspection. We inspect the chimney up close and take photos so you see exactly what we see.
- Clear written estimate. You get an itemized price with the materials and scope spelled out. No pressure and no hidden fees.
- Scheduling and permits. We schedule the work around the weather and handle any permit your town requires.
- Professional work. Our own crew completes the job, protects your landscaping and keeps the site safe.
- Cleanup and final walkthrough. We haul away all debris and walk the finished job with you.
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Chimney repointing Service Areas in New Jersey
Ambassadors Construction is based at 15-20 Pollitt Drive in Fair Lawn, Bergen County, and provides chimney repointing in all 21 New Jersey counties, from Bergen, Passaic and Essex in North Jersey to Monmouth and Ocean at the Shore and Camden, Atlantic and Cape May in South Jersey.
North Jersey
8 counties
Bergen County
70 towns
Fair Lawn, Paramus, Ridgewood, Hackensack, Teaneck & more
Hudson County
12 towns
Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, North Bergen, Kearny & more
Essex County
23 towns
Montclair, Newark, Livingston, West Orange, Nutley & more
Morris County
34 towns
Morristown, Parsippany, Denville, Randolph, Montville & more
Warren County
20 towns
Phillipsburg, Hackettstown, Washington, Blairstown, Belvidere & more
Central Jersey
6 counties
Middlesex County
24 towns
Edison, Woodbridge, New Brunswick, Piscataway, East Brunswick & more
Somerset County
20 towns
Bridgewater, Somerville, Hillsborough, Basking Ridge, Bernardsville & more
Monmouth County
27 towns
Middletown, Freehold, Red Bank, Holmdel, Manalapan & more
Mercer County
11 towns
Princeton, Trenton, Hamilton, Lawrenceville, West Windsor & more
Hunterdon County
19 towns
Flemington, Clinton, Lambertville, Readington, Raritan Township & more
Ocean County
20 towns
Toms River, Brick, Lakewood, Jackson, Point Pleasant & more
South Jersey
7 counties
Burlington County
18 towns
Mount Laurel, Moorestown, Marlton, Medford, Cinnaminson & more
Camden County
24 towns
Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Haddonfield, Collingswood, Pennsauken & more
Gloucester County
20 towns
Washington Township, Deptford, Glassboro, Woodbury, Mullica Hill & more
Atlantic County
16 towns
Atlantic City, Egg Harbor Township, Galloway, Hammonton, Margate City & more
Cape May County
15 towns
Ocean City, Cape May, Wildwood, Avalon, Sea Isle City & more
Cumberland County
13 towns
Vineland, Millville, Bridgeton, Upper Deerfield, Commercial Township & more
Salem County
15 towns
Pennsville, Salem, Carneys Point, Pittsgrove, Woodstown & more
Don’t see your town? Call (973) 417-0404, we most likely serve your area. View the full list on our Areas We Serve page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does a chimney need repointing?
Well-done repointing typically lasts many years. Exposed chimneys above the roofline see the most weather and may need attention sooner.
Is repointing the same as tuckpointing?
The terms are often used interchangeably. Both mean replacing failed mortar in the joints between bricks.
Can you match my mortar color?
We match mortar color as closely as possible to your existing chimney.
Repointing or rebuild?
If the bricks are solid and the chimney is straight, repointing is usually enough. Leaning chimneys or widespread broken brick may need rebuilding.
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Contact Ambassadors Construction
Phone: (973) 417-0404
Address: 15-20 Pollitt Dr, Suite 2C, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 24/7
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