Specialized historic chimney restoration using period-appropriate materials and techniques that maintain your West Mansfield home’s architectural integrity and value.
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Your historic West Mansfield home deserves restoration work that honors its past while ensuring modern safety. When we complete your historic chimney restoration, you’ll have a structurally sound chimney that maintains its original character and meets current building codes.
No more worrying about water damage from failed mortar joints or safety concerns from an unlined flue. Your restored chimney will function efficiently for decades while preserving the architectural details that make your home special.
You’ll also protect your property value—historic homes with properly restored chimneys command higher prices and attract buyers who appreciate authentic craftsmanship done right.
Above and Beyond Chimney has been serving West Mansfield and Bristol County homeowners for over 25 years. We’re CSIA certified, Massachusetts licensed, and fully insured—but what really sets us apart is our deep understanding of historic chimney construction.
We know the difference between lime mortar and Portland cement. We understand why softer historic bricks require specific restoration techniques. And we’ve seen firsthand how coastal Massachusetts weather affects century-old masonry.
Our family-owned business has built its reputation on transparent communication and honest recommendations. When we inspect your historic chimney, we’ll explain exactly what we find and why certain repairs are necessary—no upselling, just straight talk from people who genuinely care about preserving West Mansfield’s architectural heritage.
First, we conduct a thorough inspection using video scanning technology to assess your chimney’s condition from top to bottom. We document everything with photos and measurements—this helps us understand the original construction and plan the restoration properly.
Next, we carefully analyze your existing mortar to match the original lime-based composition. Historic chimneys require softer mortars that move with the older bricks rather than fight against them. We source period-appropriate materials whenever possible.
During restoration, we meticulously dismantle damaged sections while salvaging original bricks for reuse. Our craftsmen follow traditional bonding patterns and construction techniques that match your chimney’s original design. We protect your home with multiple drop cloths and HEPA-filtered vacuums throughout the entire process.
Finally, we ensure your restored chimney meets current safety codes—often adding modern liners while maintaining the historic exterior appearance. You get the best of both worlds: authentic restoration and modern safety standards.
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Our historic chimney restoration services include everything your West Mansfield home needs. We handle lime mortar repointing, brick replacement using salvaged or carefully matched materials, and complete chimney rebuilding when necessary.
Many historic homes in Bristol County were built before modern chimney liner requirements. We install appropriate liners—usually stainless steel—that protect your chimney’s interior while remaining invisible from the outside. This critical safety upgrade prevents toxic gases from entering your home.
We also address common historic chimney issues like water infiltration, structural settling, and damage from previous inappropriate repairs. West Mansfield’s coastal climate can be particularly hard on historic masonry, so we use specialized waterproofing techniques that allow the masonry to breathe while keeping moisture out.
Every restoration project includes crown repair or replacement, flashing updates, and cap installation designed to protect your investment for decades to come. Our goal is ensuring your historic chimney serves your family safely while maintaining the character that makes your home special.
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