Ocean County · New Jersey
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Chimney Repair in Ocean County, NJ

Crown, cap, flashing and brick repair for Ocean County chimneys, checked before the heating season by a family of masons from Hamilton, NJ.

1947Founded4Generations(609) 394-7354NJ Office
Chimney Repair in Ocean County, NJ

Check The Chimney Before The Heating Season

The chimney is the part of the house that is easy to forget until a fireplace or heater starts venting through it every day. A crack in the crown, a leak at the flashing or slow wear in the mortar can sit unnoticed for years, and all of them are easier to repair when caught early.

A. Pennacchi & Sons is a masonry contractor serving Ocean County, NJ from our Hamilton shop. Our family has worked in masonry since 1947. We look over the crown, cap, flashing and brick, explain what needs repair, and send a written proposal with one total before any work starts. Call (609) 394-7354 or request an estimate.

Chimney Repairs We Handle

  • Crown repair. The crown is the slab on top. A crack sends water into the brick, so we reseal or rebuild it.
  • Cap installation. A cap over the flue keeps out rain, birds and debris. We fit one to your flue opening.
  • Flashing repair. Many chimney leaks trace back to the metal seal at the roof. Replacing worn flashing can stop the leak without brick work.
  • Brick and mortar repair. As mortar crumbles and brick flakes, we repoint the joints and replace damaged brick.
  • Chimney waterproofing. A treatment on the exterior masonry helps it shed rain and snow.

We do not install or repair flue liners, and we do not sweep chimneys. Those belong to a chimney sweep, and we will tell you if the visit turns up a liner problem.

Why Small Cracks Grow Over A New Jersey Winter

Water that gets into a crack freezes, expands and widens it, and each thaw lets more in. A crack you repair this fall is smaller than the same crack after a hard winter, so we seal crowns and repoint open joints before water works deeper into the chimney.

What Drives The Cost Of Chimney Repair In Ocean County

The cost depends on how much of the chimney is damaged, how tall it is and what it is built from. A cracked crown costs far less to fix than rebuilding the chimney above the roof.

A. Pennacchi & Sons prices the repair after an in-person look and sends the estimate as a written proposal with one total.

Our Chimney Repair Process

  1. Step 01

    1. Request An Estimate

    Call or use the form, tell us what you see, and we set up a visit.

  2. Step 02

    2. Site Visit

    A mason inspects the crown, cap, flashing and brick and walks you through the damage.

  3. Step 03

    3. Written Proposal

    You receive the scope and one total in writing.

  4. Step 04

    4. Repair

    The crew finishes the approved masonry repair and removes the debris.

See our detailed process for each service.

Serving Ocean County From Hamilton, NJ

A. Pennacchi & Sons serves homeowners across Ocean County from our shop at 119 Buttonwood St in Hamilton. Closer to the shop, we also handle chimney repair in Ewing Township and Lawrenceville.

A small crack in a cap gets the same inspection as a rebuild. See finished work in our project gallery.

Why Ocean County Homeowners Call Us

  • A fourth-generation family masonry business, established 1947.
  • Honest scope: if the crown is the only problem, we quote the crown.
  • The estimate and its one total in writing.
  • One crew covers the crown, cap, flashing and brick.
  • Jahn Applicator certified, and licensed, insured and bonded.

Learn more about us.

Customer Reviews

A. Pennacchi & Sons holds a 4.5-star rating from 30 Google reviews. Read all reviews on Google or see our testimonials.

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Schedule Your Ocean County Chimney Repair

Get the chimney looked at before the heating season puts it to work. Call A. Pennacchi & Sons at (609) 394-7354 and we will inspect your Ocean County chimney and explain the repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the leaks in my chimney coming from after storms?
Chimney leaks can start at the crown, the cap or the flashing. Each needs a different repair, so A. Pennacchi & Sons checks all three before recommending anything. More than one may be damaged.
Why does my chimney only leak after several days of rain?
Cracked mortar and worn brick take on water slowly. The leak may not show inside until the masonry is soaked through.
Can you repair an older chimney with cracked and crumbling brick?
Yes. Older brick breaks down when it is patched with hard modern mortar, so we use a softer mix matched to the original joints and repair the cracks and damaged brick together.
Is a small chimney crack worth calling about now?
Yes. A small crack or a loose cap gets the same visit and written proposal as a rebuild, and calling early usually means a smaller repair.
Can chimney cracks lead to a chimney fire?
They can contribute. A cracked liner can let heat reach the framing, and creosote buildup in the flue can fuel a fire. Call A. Pennacchi & Sons for the masonry repair and a chimney sweep for the liner and cleaning.
What Our Clients Say

A Reputation Built On Referrals.

5.0
Countless Google Reviews
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Michael Atkin

8 reviews

10 Months Ago

“Knowledgeable, professional, reliable. Sent 6 masons to get the waterproofing job done quickly. Highly recommended. Has the knowhow to get the job done right the first time. A trustworthy expert firm.”

Basement Waterproofing
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Lauren Hilton

1 review · 1 photo

A Year Ago

“I had a roofer come out for a small leak in my attic. He fixed it and while up on the roof took pictures of my chimney. Told me I had a big problem. Lot of mortar missing. I called A. Pennacchi & Sons. Paul came out the next day. He told me what needed to be done and gave me a price. I asked him if I should add a few bricks to the top. He said "why do you want to spend more money?" What contractor says that? The men came out a few days later. On time, polite, got right to work, and cleaned up like they were never there. Paul had given me a choice of colors. His price was the best one. My chimney now looks absolutely beautiful. I would give them 10 stars.”

Chimney Repoint
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Rich Treichler

11 reviews

A Year Ago

“Great experience with Paul and the Pennacchi team. We contracted this firm to waterproof our basement and replace our basement windows. Nick was excellent at coordinating the effort, including preparation, window replacement, waterproofing, clean up, and follow up to inquire about and resolve a few questions. Happy to recommend Pennacchi and Sons.”

Basement Waterproofing
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Brenda Giannacio

1 review

A Year Ago

“A. Pennacchi & Sons has offered outstanding service since our first meeting. Honest, reliable, knowledgeable, and very responsive. The staff take pride in their work and are very respectful of your home. We highly recommend using them if you are having issues with a wet basement. We cannot thank them enough.”

Basement Waterproofing
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Jackson Adolph

2 reviews

A Year Ago

“Pennacchi sealed our basement 2 years ago. After a recent heavy rain we noticed seepage and asked Pennacchi to look at it. They sent Nick, who did an excellent job diagnosing the problem, finding the most likely seepage site, and then repairing it. Nick came by the next day, inspected the repair, and also improved sealing of 2 utility pipe entries. The rapid response, competency, diligence, and follow-up were excellent.”

Basement Waterproofing Repair
MA

Mmm Aaa

Local Guide · 19 reviews · 24 photos

2 Years Ago

“We are so impressed with Pennacchi & Sons. Multiple people recommended this company as the best in the region. For a company with a huge legacy, working throughout the county, there was no hesitation to see what our small job looked like and whether they could help. The crew was friendly, timely, and efficient. Ray walked us through the process, gave us a play-by-play for the best understanding of the work, and answered tons of questions. The end result was better than the original.”

Masonry Restoration
MS

Michael Su

Local Guide · 11 reviews · 1 photo

2 Years Ago

“Pennacchi has an exceptional reputation and we now have firsthand experience of their stellar work. The precision craftsmanship and professionalism are impressive. We had our chimneys repointed, brickwork restored, and a basement wall resealed. It all blends seamlessly and looks gorgeous. Ask for Sam as your foreman if you can, he was amazing. The entire crew was fantastic. Kudos to Paul and the leadership for building a great team. Impeccable service and beautiful finished product.”

Chimney & Basement Sealing
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Adam Arif

Local Guide · 98 reviews · 1,020 photos

2 Years Ago

“Pennacchi & Sons does amazing work. They restored my front door steps which were in bad condition. They fixed all the chips and cracks and painted them. Very professional and great service.”

Stone Step Restoration
VC

Victoria Chow

9 reviews · 9 photos

3 Years Ago

“Water was getting into my house because of the old brick exterior. It needed to be repointed and painted on the interior. Although this was a very small job, Paul and his son Paul Junior were incredibly professional, listened, and addressed my concerns. I left their crew to complete the work without being home and everything was safe and secure when I got back. They kept their work areas clean and took away their trash. Paul’s price was the most competitive. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.”

Brick Repointing
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Wayne Richardson

8 reviews · 1 photo

3 Years Ago

“My basement was leaking really bad and had 2 different companies come out and try to fix the problem with no luck. Decided to try a third time and luckily I came across APS. They came out and did amazing work and solved all my issues. Put in a French drain, sump pump, and stuccoed the walls. They had to fix all the problems the other companies did, and it was a great experience working with them. Paul was extremely professional. Highly recommend if you need the job done right the first time.”

French Drain & Waterproofing
SB

S. B.

Local Guide · 14 reviews

3 Years Ago

“These guys did a great job on my chimney with stucco.”

Chimney Stucco
SS

Shibani Sharma

8 reviews

3 Years Ago

“Excellent work. Very professional.”

General Masonry
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Ellen Scanlon

Local Guide · 13 reviews · 1 photo

5 Years Ago

“Pennacchi is the best. We had several jobs done in the past few months and found Paul and team to deliver exceptional work and service for reasonable prices. Very knowledgeable and professional. We had the basement waterproofed, foundation redone, and steps repointed. Extremely satisfied.”

Foundation & Waterproofing
BC

Bill Cunningham

Local Guide · 78 reviews · 265 photos

5 Years Ago

“The best in the business. Ask for Paul. Tell him Billy C. sent ya.”

General Masonry
KT

Katia Ten Eyck

Local Guide · 24 reviews · 69 photos

6 Years Ago

“We hired Pennacchi and Sons to waterproof our basement. We did not necessarily have issues, we just wanted to prevent any moisture problems in the future. We consulted with a few other people before speaking with Paul, the owner. Paul came up with an effective and cost-effective solution for us. We are very happy with the service and highly recommend Paul to everyone.”

Basement Waterproofing
JM

John Monsport

7 reviews · 1 photo

6 Years Ago

“These guys did an amazing job for us. 20 years of trying to get my basement dry and these guys finally got it to work. We actually had another company do it 15 years ago but we always got water back. Paul and his brothers worked hard and they cleaned us up as well. Thanks for letting me tell this story guys.”

Basement Waterproofing
MS

Mike Salvador

2 reviews

6 Years Ago

“I hired Pennacchi and Sons to do repair work on my chimney. In the 3 days they were here, they did an excellent job from start to finish. They also left my home in the same condition as it was before they came. I could not recommend this company more and would definitely hire them again if I needed future masonry work done.”

Chimney Repair
MB

MeghanB

16 reviews · 2 photos

6 Years Ago

“Gorgeous job repairing and painting my chimney.”

Chimney Repair & Paint
BK

B. K.

Local Guide · 56 reviews · 1 photo

6 Years Ago

“You want the best, call Paul at Pennacchi & Sons. Great work and he stands by all his work. A++”

General Masonry
MP

Marcus Padulchick

Local Guide · 102 reviews · 32 photos

7 Years Ago

“I would use them again. We needed a front porch and patio repaired. They did a great job and are very responsive to follow up. Attention to detail is certainly something I was impressed with.”

Porch & Patio Repair