That small crack you’ve been ignoring? It’s letting water in. And in Verona, where freeze-thaw cycles hit hard every winter, that water turns to ice, expands, and tears your chimney apart from the inside.
You’re looking at crumbling bricks, interior water stains, and repair bills that climb fast. The longer you wait, the more expensive it gets.
We fix chimney leaks, replace damaged flashing, seal cracks in the crown, and waterproof the masonry so your chimney can handle whatever New Jersey weather throws at it. You get a chimney that works safely through every season without the constant worry of what’s happening up there when it rains or snows.
Proline Construction isn’t some fly-by-night operation. We’re local to Verona and the surrounding Essex County area, and we’ve built our reputation on showing up when we say we will and doing the job right.
We handle everything from brick chimney repair to full fireplace restoration. Roofing, siding, masonry—we know how these systems work together, which means we catch problems other contractors miss.
You’re not hiring a salesperson. You’re hiring a crew that understands older New Jersey homes, knows the building codes, and won’t leave until the work is done correctly.
First, we come out and inspect your chimney—inside and out. We’re looking at the crown, the flashing, the mortar joints, the flue liner, all of it. If there’s damage, we’ll show you exactly what’s wrong and explain what needs to happen to fix it.
Then we give you a detailed estimate. No vague line items, no padding. You’ll know what the work costs before we start.
Once you approve, we schedule the job and get to work. Depending on what you need, that might mean repointing mortar, replacing a chimney cap, fixing the flashing, or rebuilding sections of brick. We handle the repairs, clean up the site, and make sure everything’s sealed and safe before we leave. You get a chimney that’s structurally sound and ready to use.
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We’re not just patching cracks. We handle full chimney installation if you’re adding a fireplace or need a complete rebuild. We repair damaged flue liners so smoke vents properly and carbon monoxide stays out of your home. We fix or replace chimney crowns that are cracked and letting water seep in.
If your chimney flashing is pulling away from the roofline, we reseal it so you don’t get leaks into your attic. We repoint deteriorating mortar joints before the bricks start falling out. And if you’ve got a chimney leak that’s causing interior damage, we track down the source and fix it permanently.
Verona’s housing stock skews older, which means a lot of chimneys here weren’t built with modern waterproofing or proper liners. We bring those chimneys up to current safety standards while keeping the look and character of your home intact. Whether you need a chimney sweep, a full masonry rebuild, or something in between, we’ve handled it before.
It depends on what’s broken. A simple crack repair or repointing a few mortar joints might run a few hundred dollars. If you need flashing replaced or a new chimney crown, you’re looking at closer to $1,000 to $1,500.
Full chimney rebuilds—where we’re taking it down to the roofline and starting over—can hit $4,000 to $7,000 depending on the height and complexity. Flue liner replacements usually fall somewhere in the $2,500 range.
We don’t give ballpark estimates over the phone because every chimney is different. But we will come out, inspect the damage, and give you an exact price before any work starts. No surprises, no upselling.
If you’re seeing water stains on the ceiling near your chimney, chunks of brick or mortar in your yard, or white staining on the outside of the chimney, that’s structural damage. Cleaning won’t fix that.
If your fireplace smokes back into the room, that could be a blockage—which a chimney sweep can handle—or it could be a damaged flue liner or a problem with the chimney cap. You need someone to actually look at it.
Cracks in the chimney crown, gaps in the flashing, or loose bricks are all repair issues, not maintenance. A good rule: if something looks broken or you’re getting water inside, call for a repair inspection. If you just haven’t had the chimney cleaned in a few years and want to use your fireplace safely, start with a sweep. We can do both, and we’ll tell you honestly what you actually need.
Most of the time, yes. Chimney leaks usually come from a few common sources: damaged flashing where the chimney meets the roof, cracks in the crown, or deteriorating mortar joints that let water seep through.
We can reseal or replace the flashing, rebuild the crown, repoint the mortar, and waterproof the brick. That handles the majority of leaks without tearing down the entire chimney.
If the damage is severe—like the chimney is leaning, the bricks are crumbling all the way through, or the flue liner is completely shot—then a partial or full rebuild might be the smarter move. But we’re not going to tell you to replace something if a repair will actually hold up. We’ll walk you through what makes sense for your situation and your budget.
Small jobs like repointing mortar or fixing a chimney cap can be done in a day. Flashing repairs or crown rebuilds usually take one to two days depending on weather and access.
Larger projects—like replacing a flue liner or doing a partial chimney rebuild—might take three to five days. Full rebuilds from the roofline up can take a week or more, especially if we’re waiting on materials or dealing with weather delays.
We’ll give you a timeline upfront when we estimate the job. And if something changes—like we uncover additional damage once we start—we’ll let you know immediately, explain what needs to happen, and adjust the schedule. We’re not going to leave your chimney half-finished or drag the job out longer than it needs to be.
It depends on the scope of work. Minor repairs like repointing mortar, replacing a chimney cap, or fixing flashing usually don’t require a permit.
If you’re doing a significant rebuild, adding a new chimney, or making structural changes, Verona’s building department will likely require a permit. Same goes for any work that involves the flue liner or major masonry reconstruction.
We handle the permit process if your job requires one. We know the local codes, we’ve worked with Verona’s building inspectors before, and we make sure everything is up to standard. You don’t have to deal with the paperwork or worry about whether the work is compliant—we take care of that.
Small problems turn into expensive ones. A crack in the crown lets water in, which freezes, expands, and breaks apart the masonry. Now you’re looking at a full crown replacement instead of a simple seal.
Damaged flashing leads to roof leaks, which means rotted decking, ruined insulation, and water damage inside your home. A deteriorating flue liner can let carbon monoxide seep into your living space, which is a serious safety risk.
And if bricks start falling off your chimney, you’re not just dealing with a repair bill—you’re dealing with a liability issue if someone gets hurt. The longer you wait, the more damage compounds. What could’ve been a few hundred dollars in repairs turns into thousands. If something looks off, get it checked. It’s always cheaper to fix it now than to wait until it fails completely.
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