Bricks, Masonry, Asphalt and Concrete - Chimney Repair Questions

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Ryan1979
09-16-07, 09:22 AM
Background information - I have an old home built 1908 with the original brick chimney. It goes from the basement through the 1st floor, second floor, attic, and out the roof. There is about 3 or 4 feet exposed above the roofline of the house. The very top of the chimney (about 1 foot) around the orangish-colored clay flue needs to be repaired. The bricks are loose and the tuckpointed mortar is nearly gone.

1st question - What type of mortar should I use to repair this?

2nd question - Do I have to use a certain type brick due to chimney being so old?

3rd question - When I'm done fixing the bricks, what type of mortar should I use for the 'cap'?

Any helpful hints and suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks, Ryan1979

Tscarborough
09-16-07, 04:33 PM
http://bia.org/BIA/technotes/t19b.htm