Cornerstone Chimneys

If you're concerned about your masonry chimney, the first step usually isn't guessing at the repair.

It's getting an inspection.

That gives you a better understanding of:
• What condition the chimney is in
• Whether water damage is present
• Which repairs are important
• What can safely wait
• How to prepare for the coming season

Cornerstone Chimneys serves homeowners throughout the Tulsa area. Call (918) 251-3480 or send us a message to schedule your inspection.

Masonry chimneys are not just decorative features on a home. They're structures exposed to decades of weather.

Cornerstone Chimneys brings:
• More than 45 years of experience
• Service in the Tulsa area since 1979
• CSIA and NFI certifications
• A focus on brick and masonry chimney work
• A veteran-owned, firefighter-founded team

If you want an experienced set of eyes on your chimney, call (918) 251-3480 or send us a message to schedule an inspection.

The first cold night of the year is a bad time to discover your chimney needs repairs.

That's when homeowners start calling, schedules get tighter, and repair planning becomes more stressful.

September and early fall are a better time to:
• Schedule an inspection
• Identify masonry issues
• Get a repair estimate
• Complete work before fireplace season

A little planning now can save you from scrambling later.

Call (918) 251-3480 to get on the calendar.

Brick gets most of the attention, but the mortar joints between the bricks matter just as much.

When mortar begins to deteriorate, moisture can find its way into areas that should remain protected.

Watch for:
• Missing mortar
• Crumbling joints
• Deep gaps between bricks
• Loose bricks near the top of the chimney

If the mortar is showing its age, call (918) 251-3480 and Cornerstone Chimneys can inspect the masonry and explain the next step.

Guessing is easy.

"Those cracks are probably nothing."
"That stain has probably always been there."
"We'll deal with it next year."

The problem is that masonry damage rarely improves by being ignored.

An inspection replaces assumptions with information. You'll know what condition your chimney is in, what needs attention, and what can wait.

For older brick chimneys, clear information is the best first step.

Call (918) 251-3480 to schedule an inspection.

Just bought an older home with a brick chimney?

You may not know:
• When it was last inspected
• Whether previous repairs were completed correctly
• If the cap and flashing are still protecting the structure
• Whether the chimney is ready for regular use

A chimney inspection can give you a clear starting point and help you plan any needed repairs.

Before you make that first fire, know what you're working with.

Call (918) 251-3480 to schedule an inspection.

The crown is the sloped surface at the top of many masonry chimneys.

Its job is to help direct water away from the chimney structure.

When the crown cracks or deteriorates, water can begin working its way into the masonry. Over time, that can contribute to damaged mortar and brick.

If you own an older home in the Tulsa area, have the crown checked as part of a complete masonry chimney inspection. Call (918) 251-3480 to schedule.

You don't need to climb on your roof to start paying attention to your chimney.

From the ground, look for:
• A chimney cap that appears crooked or damaged
• Dark streaks or stains on the brick
• Missing mortar
• Cracks near the top
• Pieces of brick on the roof or ground

This isn't a substitute for an inspection, but it can help you spot signs that your chimney deserves a closer look.

If something looks off, call (918) 251-3480 and we will take a closer look.

Have you noticed brick faces flaking, popping, or falling away from your chimney?

That may be a sign of spalling.

Spalling can happen when moisture gets into brick or masonry, then expands and contracts through changing weather conditions.

Look closely for:
• Flakes of brick around the chimney
• Pieces collecting on the roof
• Soft or damaged brick faces
• Crumbling mortar

If you see these signs, call (918) 251-3480 to schedule an inspection before the damage spreads.

Tulsa weather puts masonry chimneys through a lot.

Hot summers, heavy rain, strong winds, freezing temperatures, and constant temperature changes can all affect:
• Brick
• Mortar
• Crowns
• Flashing
• Chimney caps

Small problems are generally easier to plan for than surprises in the middle of fireplace season.

Now is a good time to have your masonry chimney checked before colder weather arrives. Call (918) 251-3480 to get on the schedule.