You usually first notice brick spalling when you see some brick particles and brick faces lying on the roof shingles below the chimney. You also might notice the damage on the chimney itself.

By 1997 the brick spalling was getting serious and it looked like the chimney needed bricks replaced and tuck pointing.

Chimneys are designed to last for decades. Cracks and spalling in brick chimneys are common concerns that can cause significant damage if left unchecked.

Q. I have a brick chimney on the west side of the home. My problem is the bricks on the outside of the chimney are flaking and falling off. Do you have any idea what is causing this or what can be ...

Chimneys are designed to last for decades. Cracks and spalling in brick chimneys are common concerns that can cause significant damage if left unchecked.

This appears more often on bricks above grade on chimneys and retaining walls, but brick walks and patios with poor drainage can also be damaged by “spalling.” ...

Make sure your chimney and fireplace are safe to use this season Some repairs and cleaning you can do yourself, but other tasks need a professional.

I am told that the black paint cannot be removed. Is there any way I can have this chimney look like a brick chimney again, maybe by painting it to look like the other brick on my house?

Q: I have a brick chimney on the west side of the home. My problem is the bricks on the outside of the chimney are flaking and falling off.

This appears more often on bricks above grade on chimneys and retaining walls, but brick walks and patios with poor drainage can also be damaged by "spalling." ...