Preserving architectural integrity while ensuring modern safety standards for Rehoboth’s historic homes.
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Your historic chimney tells the story of Rehoboth’s 380-year heritage. When properly restored, it becomes a centerpiece that adds both character and value to your home.
You’ll have a chimney that meets today’s safety codes without compromising its historic authenticity. No more worrying about structural integrity or code violations during home sales.
The right restoration protects your significant investment—with Rehoboth’s median home values at nearly $535,000, authentic historic preservation maintains and often increases property value while ensuring your family’s safety.
Above and Beyond Chimney has specialized in historic chimney restoration throughout Norfolk and Plymouth Counties for over 20 years. We understand what makes Rehoboth’s historic homes unique.
Living in one of Massachusetts’ oldest towns means your chimney likely predates modern building codes. We’ve worked on chimneys from the 1600s to early 1900s, understanding the specific challenges each era presents.
Our CSIA-certified technicians know Bristol County’s coastal climate affects historic masonry differently than inland areas. We’ve seen how salt air accelerates mortar deterioration and how traditional lime mortar responds to our freeze-thaw cycles.
Every historic chimney restoration starts with a thorough assessment. We examine the original construction methods, identify previous repairs, and determine what authentic materials were used.
Next, we carefully remove any inappropriate modern repairs that could be causing damage. Many historic chimneys have been patched with Portland cement, which is too rigid for soft historic bricks and traps moisture.
We then restore using period-appropriate materials and techniques. This means lime mortar for pre-1900 chimneys, proper repointing methods, and sourcing bricks that match your original construction. We also install modern safety features like stainless steel liners where needed, but in ways that don’t compromise the historic structure.
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Historic chimney restoration in Rehoboth requires specialized knowledge of both preservation techniques and modern safety requirements. We handle everything from minor repointing to complete structural rebuilds.
Many of Rehoboth’s historic homes were built when chimney liners weren’t required. We install stainless steel liners that meet current codes while protecting the historic masonry from heat and acidic combustion gases.
Our restoration work includes authentic lime mortar repointing, crown repairs using freeze-resistant materials, and flashing installation that protects against our coastal weather. We source period-appropriate bricks when replacements are needed, often from salvage yards specializing in historic materials.
Every project meets both historic preservation standards and current safety codes, ensuring your chimney passes inspections while maintaining its authentic character.
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