Souderton, PA / Montgomery County

Chimney Repair in Souderton, 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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Souderton, PA

Chimney repair in Souderton: the short version

Dynasty Construction & Roofing repairs, rebuilds and relines chimneys in Souderton Borough and Franconia Township. We're based in Warminster and licensed in Pennsylvania (PA215236). Franconia puts chimneys on its permit list, and the borough charges $175 for a fireplace or stove permit. Call (267) 270-0791.

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Permits

Borough or township? Check the address

Souderton Borough is the old railroad town, and Franconia Township wraps around most of it. Each has its own permit office. The borough wants a permit in hand before any work starts, and Franconia takes applications in person or by mail, not email.

Which one are you in?
Permit office
Borough Office, 31 West Summit Street
Fireplace or wood, gas or pellet stove
$175 mechanical permit
Liners and masonry repair
We check the borough's rules for your job before we set a date
Cedar shake roof with copper flashing around a painted brick chimney, above a shingle-sided gable with a round window

The Souderton Historic District

The Souderton Historic District has been on the National Register since 2011, with about 554 buildings from around 1855 to 1940. The state's survey lists slate as a common roof material. Being on the Register doesn't add a review board for houses, and the borough has none.

In the downtown commercial district, exterior changes to historic buildings follow the Souderton-Telford Design Guidelines and have to use natural materials like brick, wood, shingles and slate. A rebuilt chimney downtown should match the brick it replaces.

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 Souderton chimneys

About three in ten Souderton homes were built before 1940. A chimney that old has been through more than 80 winters.

  • Rebuilt brick chimney with a fresh crown and a stainless steel cap, seen from the roof

    Rebuilds that match

    When an old chimney has to come down to the roofline, the new one should look like the original. We rebuild in brick and mortar that match, then finish with a new crown and cap.

  • Brick chimney rising above a grey shingle roof with metal flashing at its base

    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.

  • Concrete chimney crown with two stainless steel flue caps, seen from the roof

    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 Souderton chimney job goes

  1. Free inspection

    We look at the chimney from the roof, check the flashing where it meets the shingles, and photograph all of it.

  2. Written estimate

    Everything's on paper: what we're repairing, what we're replacing, and why.

  3. Permits

    We work out whether you're in the borough or Franconia, check the rules for the job, and get the permit before work starts.

  4. 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.

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What homeowners say

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  • 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 Souderton

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 Souderton

Do I need a permit for chimney work in Souderton?

Usually. Franconia puts chimneys and fireplaces on its permit list. The borough charges $175 for a fireplace or stove, and for a liner or masonry repair we check the rules for your job before we set a date.

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 Souderton address in the borough or Franconia?

It could be either. Franconia Township surrounds most of the borough, and each has its own permit office. Give us the address and we'll check.

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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Free, and nothing to book

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.