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EXTERIOR SERVICE
Energy-rated replacements that actually fit.
Chimney rebuilds, crown repairs, full step- and counter-flashing, chase covers and cricket installation. Chimneys are the #1 source of roof leaks — we fix them at the source, not by smearing tar on the problem.
EARLY WARNING
things to consider
01Warning 01
Spalling Brick or Mortar
Flaking, cracking, or breaking brick faces indicate that severe moisture retention is actively blowing the masonry apart during winter freeze cycles.
02Warning 02
Cracked Flue Tiles or Creosote
Visible gaps or heavy glazed creosote buildup in the clay tile liner pose an immediate, severe house fire risk.
03Warning 03
White Powdery Staining
Efflorescence on the exterior brickwork means water is traveling through the chimney core, dissolving minerals along the way.
04Warning 04
Active Ceiling Damper Leaks
Water dripping into the firebox or staining nearby drywall means the chimney crown, cap, or base flashing has suffered catastrophic failure.
PROCESS
How the job runs, start to finish.
Start
Step 01
Thunder PRO Chimney Audit
Detailed Level II camera inspection of the internal flue, roofline flashing check, and masonry structural analysis. Report within 24 hours.
Step 02
Itemized Scope & Safety Plan
Line-item breakdown specifying exact masonry volume, liner requirements, flashing details, and rigid safety staging setups.
Step 03
Fabrication & Staging
Custom metal caps and custom-sized chimney liners are ordered or fabricated factory-direct to fit your specific rough structural openings.
Step 04
The Rebuild & Install
Typical liner or top-rebuild project: 1-2 dedicated crew days. Structural masonry is systematically secured and dried-in daily.
Step 05
Draft Verification & Sign-Off
Comprehensive smoke-draft testing, clean site sweep, final punch walk, warranty packet hand-off, and manufacturer registration.
RECENT WORK
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Questions about Chimneys
Insert or full-frame?
Insert replaces the sash inside the existing frame — fast, cheap, keeps your trim. Full-frame rips everything out — more expensive but lets us re-flash and insulate. We recommend full-frame for failed frames, water damage, or pre-1980 homes
What about lead paint?
If your home is pre-1978, we're required to use RRP-certified lead-safe practices — plastic containment, HEPA vacuums, wet clean. Every crew lead is RRP-certified
Energy savings?
Going from single-pane to ENERGY STAR double-pane typically cuts window heat loss by 50%. Real dollar savings depend on your heating system, but expect $200-500/year on an average 2,000 sq ft Maine home
Can you match my existing grille pattern?
Yes. Bring a photo or measurement. Most manufacturers offer 2/2, 6/6, 9/6, 9/9, prairie, and custom patterns. Grilles between glass (GBG) or simulated divided light (SDL) available
Get In Touch
Contact Us
PHONE
(203) 506-1001LOCATION
Westport, CT – Serving All of Connecticut
HOURS
Mon-Fri 7am-6pm · Emergency: 24/7