by Ross | Aug 19, 2024 | Handyman Services, Masonry Services
45North, LLC received a message from a homeowner stating that their chimney was leaking water into the residence. After speaking with them and reviewing some photos, it was determined that the chimney was improperly flashed. The roof covering was recently replaced by...
by Ross | Jun 28, 2024 | Masonry Services
We’ve reached the completion of this granite chimney rebuild! After much anticipation, the Provost’s chimney repair and restoration is complete! 45North, LLC is proud to present the finished product! Thank you to the Provost’s for the opportunity to...
by Ross | Jun 27, 2024 | Masonry Services
Stage two completion… With the cap and crown resurfacing completed, all that was left was to re-point the remaining portion of the chimney below the roofline. These sections of the chimney received the same method of grinding in a dovetail shape and chipping...
by Ross | Jun 16, 2024 | Masonry Services
Stage three reaches the halfway point… As the restoration of the uprights continues, more rebuilding was necessary. The center upright was badly deteriorated like the previous west side upright. Once again, temporary supports were installed and all stones were...
by Ross | Jun 15, 2024 | Masonry Services
The re-pointing turns to rebuilding… As a stretch of rain bared down of the project, the plan to add a temporary roof structure over the north side of the chimney was executed. This allowed for work to continue in less than ideal conditions. As the largest...
by Ross | Jun 6, 2024 | Masonry Services
The re-pointing begins… According to the homeowners this chimney was built around 1973. Chimneys require re-pointing much like a roof requires new shingles every so often. Service life can vary depending on many factors, but typically mortar will last 20-30...
