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Rebuilds that match
When an old chimney has to come down to the roofline, the new one should reproduce the original. We rebuild in brick, stone and mortar that match, then finish with a new crown and cap.
Gladwyne, PA / Montgomery County
Chimney Repair in Gladwyne, PA
Loose brick, a cracked crown or a leak beside the chimney, we get up on the roof, take photos, and show you what we found before we quote anything. The inspection and the written estimate are free.
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- PA License PA215236
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- Based in Warminster, Bucks County
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Gladwyne, PA
Chimney repair in Gladwyne: the short version
Dynasty Construction & Roofing repairs, rebuilds and relines chimneys in Gladwyne and across Lower Merion Township. We're based in Warminster and licensed in Pennsylvania (PA215236). Lower Merion's historic guidelines say historic chimneys should be preserved, and the village is a historic district. Call (267) 270-0791.
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Permits
What Lower Merion asks for
Gladwyne is in Lower Merion Township, so permits go through the township building in Ardmore. The old village along Route 23 is a historic district, where the township's review board looks at changes you can see from the street.
Lower Merion Township
- Permit office
- Building and Planning, 75 East Lancaster Avenue
- Chimney work
- We check the township's rules for your job before we set a date
- Historic district
- Visible changes go to HARB
If your house is in the Gladwyne Historic District
The Gladwyne Historic District runs along Route 23 and has been on the National Register since 1980. Most of its 57 contributing buildings are stuccoed stone houses built for mill workers in the early to mid 1800s, and it's also a Lower Merion local district.
Lower Merion's HARB reviews exterior changes you can see from a public way when a building permit is needed. The township says exact replacement of existing materials doesn't need HARB review, and neither does work you can't see from the street. A rebuilt chimney that looks different from the old one is a visible change.
Old brick needs soft mortar. The National Park Service says repointing mortar should be softer than the brick around it, never harder, because hard modern mortar can crack old brick.
Local chimneys
What we look for on Gladwyne chimneys
Gladwyne has stone houses from the 1800s and big single homes from the post-war decades. Chimneys on both take a beating every winter.
Mortar and winter
Winters here swing above and below freezing, over and over. Water gets into a worn mortar joint, freezes, and pushes it open a little more each time. We grind out the bad mortar and repoint before the damage reaches the brick.
Crowns and caps
The crown is the concrete on top, and the cap sits over the flue. A cracked crown lets water into the brick below it. A missing cap lets in rain, leaves and animals. We repair or replace both.
Lower Merion's historic guidelines say historic chimneys should be preserved, and a repair or replacement should accurately reproduce the original. New stucco isn't recommended.
No guessing from the ground
Repair or rebuild? You'll see the photos first
We get up on the roof and look at the brick, the mortar joints, the crown, the cap and the flashing, and we send you the photos. If the damage is in the top few courses, we repoint or repair it. If the brick is soft and the crown is gone, a rebuild from the roofline up is usually the better money, and we'll say so. Either way, it's your call.
How a Gladwyne chimney job goes
Free inspection
We look at the chimney from the roof, check the flashing where it meets the shingles, and photograph all of it.
Written estimate
Everything's on paper: what we're repairing, what we're replacing, and why.
Permits
We check Lower Merion's rules for the job and whether HARB needs to see it, then file what it needs.
The work
We grind out bad mortar and repoint, rebuild what has to be rebuilt, and finish with a sound crown, a cap, and step flashing with counterflashing.
In their words
What homeowners say
martin smithCheltenham, Pennsylvania I live in Cheltenham PA, and Dynasty Construction & Roofing recently installed my new roof. I have nothing but great things to say about my experience with them! From start to finish, Jack keep me update with the pictures from the drone view and the entire team was professional, efficient, and completely transparent throughout the whole process. They took the time to explain everything thoroughly, answered all of my questions, and made sure I knew exactly what to expect every step of the way. I would absolutely recommend Dynasty Construction & Roofing to anyone looking for a reliable, trustworthy, and reasonably priced roofing company. I couldn't be happier with the entire experience!
Mirjeta GashiGoogle review Replacing a roof isn't something you do everyday. But in doing so you want to make sure you have someone knowledgeable, trustworthy, and efficient. When I met Rich and Jack from Dynasty Construction & Rofing they made me feel comfortable immediately. I knew they knew their stuff and they handled everything for me. I didn't have time to worry or doubt because their confidence and professionalism surpassed all my expectations. Jack walked me through everything step by step and answered any questions or concerns patiently. I definitely recommend them because they definitely have your best interest in mind.
Smokey IGoogle review I recently hired Dynasty Construction & Roofing to take care of some issues with my roof, including replacing missing shingles and recapping my chimney, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From the start, they were responsive, professional, and easy to work with. They clearly explained the scope of work, provided a fair estimate, and showed up on time ready to get the job done. The quality of their workmanship really stood out and everything was completed with attention to detail, and you can tell they take pride in what they do. The new shingles blend in perfectly with the existing roof, and the chimney recap was done cleanly and securely. They also made sure to clean up thoroughly after the job, which I really appreciated.
Price
What chimney work costs in Gladwyne
We don't price chimney work over the phone. A new cap and a rebuild from the roofline are very different jobs, and you can't tell which one you need from the ground. What moves the number is how far down the damage goes, how tall the chimney is, how many flues it has, and whether the flashing or the liner need work too.
A cheap fix that smears mortar over bad joints or caulks the flashing will look fine for a season. We'd rather show you what's actually wrong.
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Questions about chimney repair in Gladwyne
Do I need a permit for chimney work in Gladwyne?
It depends on the job. We check Lower Merion's rules for your chimney before we set a date. Inside the historic district, a visible change also goes to HARB.
Why does the mortar matter on an old chimney?
Old brick is softer than modern brick. The National Park Service says repointing mortar should be softer than the brick, never harder. Hard mortar doesn't give, so the brick cracks instead.
Does HARB review work in Gladwyne?
Inside the Gladwyne Historic District, yes, for exterior changes you can see from the street that need a building permit. Lower Merion says exact replacement of existing materials doesn't need HARB review. Outside the district, it usually doesn't apply.
Why does my chimney leak when it rains?
Usually the flashing where it meets the roof. After that, a cracked crown, a missing cap, or mortar joints that have worn open. There's no way to tell which from inside the house, so we look at all of them on the same visit.
Should I repair my chimney or rebuild it?
It depends how far down the damage goes. Loose bricks and worn mortar in the top few courses can usually be repaired. When the damage runs down the chimney, the crown is gone and the brick is soft, a rebuild from the roofline up is usually the better money.
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Want to know what your chimney needs?
We'll get up on the roof, look at the brick, the crown and the flashing, and show you the photos. It costs nothing and you don't have to book anything. If it just needs a cap, we'll tell you that.
Get a Free Chimney InspectionOr call (267) 270-0791, answered 24 hours. PA License PA215236.