Chimney Repair in Bordeaux, Nashville (ZIP 37218)
Crown, flashing, tuckpointing, and waterproofing repairs that stop water damage before it spreads into your home.
Even newer construction throughout Bordeaux isn't immune to Tennessee's freeze-thaw cycles, and builder-grade crowns and flashing don't always hold up as well as custom masonry over time. We catch and fix these issues early, before a minor builder-grade weak point becomes a real leak.
Water is the single biggest enemy of a chimney — it gets in through cracked crowns, failed flashing, and eroded mortar joints, then freezes and expands through Nashville's freeze-thaw winters until bricks spall and structures shift. Our repair work targets the source of water intrusion first, then restores the masonry and components around it.
What's Included
- Crown repair and rebuilding (the concrete cap sealing the top of the chimney)
- Flashing repair/replacement where the chimney meets the roofline
- Tuckpointing and mortar joint repair
- Waterproofing with vapor-permeable sealant (not paint-on tar that traps moisture)
- Damper repair and replacement
Warning Signs in Bordeaux Homes
- Water stains on the ceiling or wall near the chimney
- Rust on the damper or firebox (a sign moisture is already getting in)
- Crumbling mortar joints or bricks that flake/spall on the exterior
- A chimney that looks like it's leaning or separating from the house
About the Bordeaux Area
Bordeaux is a historic middle-class residential community in north Nashville, developed largely from the 1960s-70s with brick ranch homes on generous lots along Clarksville Pike and Whites Creek Pike. Original single-flue chimneys are standard here, most now 50+ years old, making crown repair and full Level 2 inspections common requests from long-term homeowners who want to keep their family home in good shape. The neighborhood's proximity to the Metro Center industrial corridor has also brought some newer infill and multi-family development in recent years, adding a mix of gas fireplace installs and dryer vent service to an area historically built around traditional wood-burning fireplaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my chimney leak even though my roof is fine?
Most chimney leaks come from the crown (the concrete cap on top), the flashing where brick meets shingles, or open mortar joints — not the roof itself. A proper diagnosis targets the actual entry point instead of just re-tarring the visible symptom.
What is tuckpointing?
Tuckpointing is removing deteriorated mortar from between bricks and replacing it with fresh mortar, restoring both the structural integrity and water resistance of the joint.
Is it cheaper to repair or rebuild my chimney?
Repair is almost always cheaper when caught early — a cracked crown or a few bad mortar joints cost far less to fix than a chimney that's been left to spall and settle for years. We'll always recommend the least invasive fix that actually solves the problem.