Chimney Repair for Pompton Lakes chimneys
Older homes and cottages in Pompton Lakes often have brick chimneys that have absorbed decades of damp lake air and freeze-thaw winters. Many vent gas or oil heating systems, and some still serve fireplaces or wood stoves. The common problems are spalling brick, cracked crowns, missing caps and failed flashing.
We inspect, clean, repoint, reline and rebuild chimneys, install caps and crowns, reflash at the roofline and waterproof exposed masonry. Estimates are free, and we are licensed and insured.
Pompton Lakes housing
Pompton Lakes has a mix of early twentieth century homes near the downtown and the lake, small former summer cottages that have been converted to year-round use, and postwar capes, ranches and split-levels on the newer streets. Flat-roofed storefronts and mixed-use buildings line Wanaque Avenue. Many older homes have brick chimneys, and some homes in flood-prone areas near the river have been elevated or rebuilt.
Weather & exposure
Pompton Lakes sits low along the Ramapo River and Pompton Lake, so humidity is high and roofs near the water stay damp longer. Mature trees shade many streets, and the Ramapo Mountains rise just to the west. Nor'easters and tropical storms bring heavy rain, and winter brings snow and freeze-thaw cycles. Good gutters and downspouts that carry water well away from foundations matter here.
Repair, repoint or rebuild in Pompton Lakes
Start with an inspection. Repoint sound brick with worn joints, rebuild a cracked crown with an overhang and drip edge, and rebuild spalled upper courses from a sound base. Unlined or damaged flues get a stainless steel liner sized to the appliance.
A breathable water repellent after repairs helps masonry shed water in damp conditions. Add a stainless cap with screening to keep rain and animals out.
