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Rebuilds that fit
When a chimney has to come down to the roofline in the district, the new one has to fit the house. We rebuild in brick and mortar that match, then finish with a new crown and cap.
New Hope, PA / Bucks County
Chimney Repair in New Hope, PA
Old brick and stone in the historic core or a newer chimney in Solebury, 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
- Licensed and insured
- Based in Warminster, Bucks County
- Free written estimates
New Hope, PA
Chimney repair in New Hope: the short version
Dynasty Construction & Roofing repairs, rebuilds and relines chimneys in New Hope Borough and Solebury Township. We're based in Warminster and licensed in Pennsylvania (PA215236). New Hope's HARB guidelines say historic chimneys should be preserved and repointed to match. Call (267) 270-0791.
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Every photo here is one of our own jobs, and each one says which town it was in.
Permits
Borough or township? The rules are different
Solebury Township surrounds New Hope Borough, and the 18938 ZIP reaches well past the borough line. The two handle permits very differently, so we check which one you're in first.
Which one are you?
- Permit office
- Borough Hall, 123 New Street
- Chimney and fireplace work
- On the borough's permit fee schedule
- Historic district
- HARB wants historic chimneys preserved
- Permit office
- Code Enforcement, 3092 Sugan Road
- Chimney work
- We check the township's rules for your job before we set a date
- Historic districts
- Carversville and Phillips' Mill have their own HARB
Chimneys in New Hope's historic district
New Hope's design guidelines say historic chimneys are part of a building's character and should be preserved. HARB reviews changes you can see from the street, and the application asks for roof plans that show the chimneys.
For repointing, the guidelines say new mortar should match the color, texture and tooling of the original. HARB meets the first Tuesday of the month, and applications are due at least 21 business days before.
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 New Hope chimneys
New Hope's historic core goes back to the 1700s, and Solebury has more than 400 houses from the 18th and 19th centuries.
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.
Leak near the chimney? It might be the roof. We do both, so we check the flashing, the crown and the shingles on the same visit.
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 New Hope 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 work out whether you're in the borough or Solebury and whether HARB applies. Then we file what the job 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
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.
Ergi DemirajGoogle review Rich and Jack & his team were outstanding! Their work is great & pricing is fair. We had a portion of our roof repaired that caused a severe leak (and hole) in our ceiling. They shared drone shots of the exterior as the work progressed. They also noticed other areas of concern & repaired at no additional cost. Jack also worked throughout the weekend to complete the inside drywall repair. Will definitely use for any future work! Highly recommend.
Price
What chimney work costs in New Hope
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 New Hope
Does HARB review chimney work in New Hope?
In the borough's historic district, yes, for anything you can see from the street. The guidelines say historic chimneys should be preserved, and repointing should match the old mortar's color, texture and tooling.
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.
Is my house in New Hope Borough or Solebury?
Solebury Township surrounds the borough, and the 18938 ZIP reaches well past the borough line. Give us the address and we'll check which office handles it.
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.