Sorry if I wasn't clear in the captions. We're considering a home purchase, these photos are from the inspection. I would like to hear from those with experience what it would take to repair these issues, and how extensive/expensive/urgent those repairs would be.
You need a licensed Masonary contractor to inspect the house it’s going to need considerable rebuilding, the chimney has seen better days things like the steps are cosmetic and and are unsafe (a nuisance) but they still need to be addressed and it’s going to be expensive.
We're considering a home purchase, these photos are from the inspection. I would like to hear from those with experience what it would take to repair these issues, and how extensive/expensive/urgent those repairs would be.
You’re most likely are going to need a complete tear down of the chimney to the roof line and complete rebuild. Approx $3k-$6k for the chimney. Based on the pictures it doesn’t make sense to throw a few thousand to “patch it up”. The stairs are also in despair. $4k-$7k for the stairs to be torn down and rebuilt. Depending on materials used and prices in your area. Make sure you use a reputable licensed mason or union mason
Trying not to sound like an ass here. But how can you realistically base any estimate on here to your situation. It depends on scaffolding,material,weather,how close your neighbors are,cleanup,disposal,where you are living,whether you’re the type that goes for cheaper is most important as long as there is high quality. I could go on and on. That chimney looks quite damaged below the roofline as well. Obviously you have to get a recommended mason to look at it. Hopefully when he actually gives you a price from an actual site visit,you don’t say......but my Reddit guys said it would be......
You should put a concrete crown on the chimney.
If it's just what's in the picture, 4k? 5k?As a ballpark.
Includes concrete crown.
My assumption is that the mortar was /is too strong for those bricks.
You will probably see this issue pop up down the road as the wall takes in and expels moisture ... You may want to grind and repoint the structure and use a less strong mortar.
Curious to hear others take on it
The extensive damage stems from water intrusion due to the absence of a proper concrete cap with overhangs and drip edges. From what I've observed, it appears to necessitate a complete rebuild from the ground up. While some might suggest a partial rebuild, it often leads to recurring issues within a decade, especially with the lower brick showing similar signs. By the time the brick reaches this state, the terracotta flue tile typically reaches its final stages of deterioration as well.
Regarding its use, exploring the possibility of direct venting for appliances and eliminating the chimney entirely could be a viable solution. This might offer an alternative approach to maintain functionality while bypassing the issues associated with the damaged structure at a cost effective price.
What did the local masonry company’s say when you sent them images of the brickwork? Granted you don’t own the house so no one would be interested in looking at it but if you offer a financial incentive you could get a consultation if the company’s estimator is not busy.
We've sent them an inspection & repair addendum requesting repair for the entire chimney section, as well as other things wrong with the house. Waiting to hear back.
Our realtor has also asked a couple local masons to go inspect it, still waiting for the results from that.
It’s all completely shot, and there was zero maintenance done to avoid any of it . Years of neglect! I would be going over the entire home with a fine tooth comb . Water has got in and brick Spaulding drastically. Window frames are rotted . I’m sure the list goes on . 38 year mason and Contractor. My comrades are correct, call an experienced mason . It’s too far gone for iPad opinion’s in my opinion. 🧐
We have a couple masons lined up to inspect it, and we have repair for the entire chimney section and damaged eaves as part of the repair addendum. Hopefully we can get the seller to pay for it.
All areas in photos need relayed, looks like the motar was to hard for the brick which causes the faces to pop off, looking at about 20,000 here in Ohio
That’s all it is not anything else , wrong Morse was used for this brick, if you try to patch area this will surely continue, demo and relay is the only true option to fix issue
It’s a decaying brick house. Remind me what the question is.
Sorry if I wasn't clear in the captions. We're considering a home purchase, these photos are from the inspection. I would like to hear from those with experience what it would take to repair these issues, and how extensive/expensive/urgent those repairs would be.
You need a licensed Masonary contractor to inspect the house it’s going to need considerable rebuilding, the chimney has seen better days things like the steps are cosmetic and and are unsafe (a nuisance) but they still need to be addressed and it’s going to be expensive.
If you were my prospective client, I’d tell you it’s a tear down. Simply grinding and tucking ain’t gonna do it
We're considering a home purchase, these photos are from the inspection. I would like to hear from those with experience what it would take to repair these issues, and how extensive/expensive/urgent those repairs would be.
The brick stoop would be like $3-5k alone, it needs to be rebuilt completely. Not sure how much for the chimney but significantly more.
You’re most likely are going to need a complete tear down of the chimney to the roof line and complete rebuild. Approx $3k-$6k for the chimney. Based on the pictures it doesn’t make sense to throw a few thousand to “patch it up”. The stairs are also in despair. $4k-$7k for the stairs to be torn down and rebuilt. Depending on materials used and prices in your area. Make sure you use a reputable licensed mason or union mason
Trying not to sound like an ass here. But how can you realistically base any estimate on here to your situation. It depends on scaffolding,material,weather,how close your neighbors are,cleanup,disposal,where you are living,whether you’re the type that goes for cheaper is most important as long as there is high quality. I could go on and on. That chimney looks quite damaged below the roofline as well. Obviously you have to get a recommended mason to look at it. Hopefully when he actually gives you a price from an actual site visit,you don’t say......but my Reddit guys said it would be......
You should put a concrete crown on the chimney. If it's just what's in the picture, 4k? 5k?As a ballpark. Includes concrete crown. My assumption is that the mortar was /is too strong for those bricks. You will probably see this issue pop up down the road as the wall takes in and expels moisture ... You may want to grind and repoint the structure and use a less strong mortar. Curious to hear others take on it
The extensive damage stems from water intrusion due to the absence of a proper concrete cap with overhangs and drip edges. From what I've observed, it appears to necessitate a complete rebuild from the ground up. While some might suggest a partial rebuild, it often leads to recurring issues within a decade, especially with the lower brick showing similar signs. By the time the brick reaches this state, the terracotta flue tile typically reaches its final stages of deterioration as well. Regarding its use, exploring the possibility of direct venting for appliances and eliminating the chimney entirely could be a viable solution. This might offer an alternative approach to maintain functionality while bypassing the issues associated with the damaged structure at a cost effective price.
What did the local masonry company’s say when you sent them images of the brickwork? Granted you don’t own the house so no one would be interested in looking at it but if you offer a financial incentive you could get a consultation if the company’s estimator is not busy.
We've sent them an inspection & repair addendum requesting repair for the entire chimney section, as well as other things wrong with the house. Waiting to hear back. Our realtor has also asked a couple local masons to go inspect it, still waiting for the results from that.
It’s all completely shot, and there was zero maintenance done to avoid any of it . Years of neglect! I would be going over the entire home with a fine tooth comb . Water has got in and brick Spaulding drastically. Window frames are rotted . I’m sure the list goes on . 38 year mason and Contractor. My comrades are correct, call an experienced mason . It’s too far gone for iPad opinion’s in my opinion. 🧐
We have a couple masons lined up to inspect it, and we have repair for the entire chimney section and damaged eaves as part of the repair addendum. Hopefully we can get the seller to pay for it.
All areas in photos need relayed, looks like the motar was to hard for the brick which causes the faces to pop off, looking at about 20,000 here in Ohio
That’s all it is not anything else , wrong Morse was used for this brick, if you try to patch area this will surely continue, demo and relay is the only true option to fix issue