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Chimney Experts
4.9(
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Serving Newfoundland, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My Pro did a great job on my fireplce and chimney. He repaired my chimney and placed a topper on it plus cleaned out my chimney and fireplce. I would recommed this Pro to anyone who needs work done on their fireplace/chimney. 5 Stars"
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+36

Response time4 days
Response rate87%
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Fix My Fireplace
5.0(
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Serving Newfoundland, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

"Jim was professional and an expert in figuring out what was faulty. He identified that we needed to replace the gas valve and not only installed a new one but also restored the embers as well. We are thrilled, and we and our landlord will recommend Jim to anyone needing fireplace installation or repairs. Jim was also very respectful and punctual. Jim was also incredibly courteous and generous with his time especially because we have a cancer patient in our apartment. Thank you Jim!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Service Experts Inc
4.7(
139
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Serving Newfoundland, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were great! Refused to charge me since they thought I did not need a cleaning done. They inspected the fireplaces and gave me a credit towards future work on them. We will call them back when we are ready to begin work."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Roy Targia Masonry
4.6(
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Serving Newfoundland, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"Extremely pleased with finished project that transformed our entire backyard living and play areas! We continue to receive tremendous compliments from family and friends and look forward to hosting parties for years to come. This was a very complex project coordinating and installing all the hardscape for a large pool installation that involved multiple retaining walls, stone work on hot tub, tiered patios, an outdoor fireplace with seat walls and an outdoor kitchen, along with a new driveway and basketball court. Not every contractor can handle such a large job. The owner Roy takes a lot of pride in his work and so does his foreman Joe and the rest of his crew, which shows in the high quality finished product. Roy spent most of his time on site working with his crew and answering our questions as the project progressed. He remained flexible with necessary changes and requests during the project and provided several suggestions to improve the end design and save money. Roy was very reliable right up to the completion of the project. Roy and his crew also worked very quickly and stayed focused on our job. We are happy we embarked on this journey that turned our unlevel backyard into a multi-level highly functional new oasis!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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5 Star Ventilation
4.8(
172
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Serving Newfoundland, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! punctual, friendly, fast, and taught me a lot about fireplaces as a new owner. Gave me an estimate for crown repair on the spot which I didn't do that day, but will need to soon."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mark Jameson Contractors Inc
4.3(
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Serving Newfoundland, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contractor came and finished on the day and time he promised. He matched the brick on the replaced chimney to the  two fireplace chimneys. His workmanship was of high quality and he cleaned up after he was finished. He was very personable and was proud of his work as he should be.. Overall, he did an outstanding job and I was very pleased .
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FAQs for brick or stone fireplace repair projects in Newfoundland, NJ

Tuckpointing an 8-by-8-foot brick wall section costs between $300 and $1,600, with variations based on mortar condition and accessibility. Walls with intricate brickwork patterns or severely deteriorated mortar tend toward the higher end of this range. Ground-level walls with minimal damage cost less than elevated surfaces or those requiring extensive preparation.

The cost reflects the labor-intensive nature of properly removing damaged mortar without harming surrounding bricks, plus the skilled craftsmanship needed to apply new material correctly. Professional tuckpointing requires specialized tools, material knowledge, and precise application techniques. The investment provides significant value by preventing water damage that could lead to extensive structural repairs costing many times more than preventative maintenance.

To estimate tuckpointing expenses, multiply the area's square footage by the appropriate rate ($5 to $25 per square foot) based on project complexity. Add adjustments for factors like height requirements, accessibility challenges, or specialized materials. For chimney work or other difficult-to-access areas, expect rates toward the upper end of the range. Professional assessments provide the most accurate projections for your specific situation.

While technically possible for small areas, DIY tuckpointing presents significant challenges, including proper mortar removal without brick damage, achieving a consistent joint appearance, and ensuring structural integrity. The process requires specialized tools and materials along with physical dexterity. Professional masons bring experience in identifying underlying issues that might not be apparent to untrained observers. Complex or structurally significant areas should always be entrusted to qualified professionals.

The frequency of tuckpointing depends on environmental exposure, original masonry installation quality, and local climate conditions. Regular inspections, particularly of chimneys and weather-exposed walls, help identify deterioration before it becomes severe. Addressing small areas of deterioration promptly can extend the life of the overall masonry system and prevent more extensive repairs in the future.

While both processes replace deteriorated mortar, tuckpointing involves additional aesthetic enhancement. Repointing simply restores structural integrity by replacing damaged mortar with new material. Tuckpointing adds a decorative element by creating contrasting lines that give the appearance of precision joints. This additional craftsmanship explains why repointing costs $3 to $15 per square foot while tuckpointing ranges from $5 to $25 per square foot.

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