Arlington Chimney Repair for Two-Families and Bungalows, From Repointing to Full Rebuilds
Neto Painting & Masonry, based in Everett, MA.
- 8 years of masonry experience
- Based in Everett, MA
- Real photos of our own work
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The short answer
Who does chimney repair work in Arlington, MA?
Chimney Repair for Arlington homes
Many Arlington chimneys are about a hundred years old. The two-family homes, bungalows and Colonials built in the 1910s and 1920s across East Arlington, Arlington Center and Morningside usually have a single brick chimney that once served a coal or oil boiler and maybe a fireplace. Heating systems have changed since, but the chimney is still there, still exposed, and often in worse shape than the owner realizes.
On a two-family, the chimney is usually shared, which makes repairs a joint decision between owners or units. Leaks tend to show up on the top floor first, around the chimney chase or in the attic. Up on Arlington Heights and Turkey Hill, homes sit higher and take more wind, which drives rain into cracked crowns and open joints.
The common fixes in Arlington are repointing the upper courses, replacing the crown, new flashing and, when the top has loosened, rebuilding from the roofline up. If your chimney no longer vents anything, we can talk about whether repair or a properly capped top makes more sense for your house. Catching loose top courses early also matters on tight Arlington lots, where falling brick can land on a neighbor's driveway or a shared walkway only a few feet away.
What we see in Arlington
Century-old chimneys after heating changes
When a boiler is replaced or moved, the old chimney can sit unused, but it still collects weather. Without a sound crown and flashing, it leaks into the top floor. We repair or cap it so it stops being a water problem.
Shared chimneys on two-family homes
A leak in a shared chimney affects both units. We explain the scope clearly in writing so both owners can see what is needed and why.
Wind-driven rain on hilltop homes
Higher homes in the Heights and on Turkey Hill take harder storms, so crowns and upper joints fail sooner. A new crown with a drip edge and repointed top courses hold up better.
Neighborhoods we cover in Arlington: East Arlington, Arlington Center, Morningside, Arlington Heights, Turkey Hill, Jason Heights.
How we serve Arlington
Arlington is roughly 5 miles from our Everett base, so it is easy for us to come out, look at the chimney from the roof and give a clear price. On two-family homes we put the scope in writing so both owners can review it.
What we can do for your Arlington home
- Chimney Repair & RebuildRepointing, new crowns and caps, flashing repairs and rebuilds above the roofline.
- House PaintingInterior and exterior painting, so the door, railing and trim match the new work out front.
- Brick & Granite StepsBrick, granite and bluestone steps repaired or rebuilt on a solid base, for Greater Boston homes.
Chimney Repair questions from Arlington homeowners
Flashing or crown work usually costs less than repointing the whole stack, and rebuilding the top from the roofline up is the largest job. Height and access matter too. We give a free on-site estimate with an exact price.
Yes, if it is still standing above the roof. An unused chimney still needs a sound crown and flashing, or water will get into the house. Repair or capping are both options, and we explain which fits your house.
Yes. Shared chimneys on two-families are very common in Arlington. We give a written scope and price so both owners can agree on the repair.
Inside Arlington's local historic districts, visible exterior changes may need review by the Historic District Commissions. Repair with matching brick and mortar is usually the simplest route. Check with the town first.
Ready to get it fixed in Arlington?
Call or text (857) 335-0897 or request an estimate online.
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