Water stains on ceilings and walls
We rebuild and seal the crown, then water-test it to confirm runoff moves off the top. If the stain persists after the crown is fixed, we check the flashing next.
Stop crown cracks and leaks before they wreck your chimney
Chimney crown repair Pleasant Grove UT done right the first time
If your chimney crown is cracked, crumbling, or letting water into the flue, our chimney crown repair Pleasant Grove UT team can help. We rebuild and seal crowns on brick and metal chimneys across Utah County, stopping the leaks that rot liners and spall brick. Same-week scheduling, upfront pricing, and work that holds up through Utah snow and summer heat. Call (855) 927-7517.
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About this service
What chimney crown repair Pleasant Grove UT actually involves
The chimney crown is the concrete or mortar slab that caps the top of your chimney and sheds water away from the flue. When it cracks, water runs straight into the masonry, rusts the damper, and eats the chimney liner from the inside out. Chimney crown repair Pleasant Grove UT means removing the failed crown material, rebuilding the slope, and sealing it so runoff moves off the top instead of soaking in. We use refractory cement, a masonry trowel, and a jointing tool to shape a crown that overhangs the brick by at least two inches.
Pleasant Grove chimneys take a beating. Freeze-thaw cycles from November through March crack thin mortar crowns, and summer sun bakes out the sealant. Most of the crowns we inspect in Old Pleasant Grove and along the State Street Corridor are original builder-grade slabs that were never sloped properly. If you have been searching for chimney crown repair Pleasant Grove UT near me after spotting a water stain on the ceiling, we can inspect and quote the same week. We also handle chimney crown replacement in Pleasant Grove when the slab is too far gone to patch.
- ✓ Stops water at the top
- ✓ Protects the liner
- ✓ Prevents spalling brick
- ✓ Keeps animals and debris out
What's included
What is included in a crown repair
Every crown job includes the core work that stops the leak and protects the chimney. If we find something beyond that scope, we show you the photo and quote it before we do it. No surprise charges, no work you did not approve.
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Full roof inspection
We photograph the crown, flue, flashing, cap, and top courses of brick. You get a written scope with the photos so you can see exactly what we found and why it needs fixing.
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Old crown removal
Failed material comes off down to sound masonry. We chisel, hammer, and vacuum so no debris drops into the flue or onto your roof.
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New crown build
We form a new crown with refractory cement, overhanging the brick by two inches and sloping it away from the flue. The slope is what makes water run off instead of pooling.
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Sealant application
Once the crown cures, we apply ChimneySaver or HomeSaver crown sealant. This is the layer that survives Utah's freeze-thaw cycles and keeps hairline cracks from forming.
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Cap and damper check
We inspect the chimney cap and damper while we are on the roof. If the cap is rusted or loose, we quote a stainless steel replacement. A loose cap is the second most common source of chimney leaks.
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Cleanup and photos
We clean the roof and surrounding area, then send you before-and-after photos. The photos document the repair and give you a record for insurance or resale.
How it works
How our crown repair process works
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Roof inspection
We get on the roof, photograph the crown, and check the flashing, cap, and top courses of brick. You get a written scope with photos the same day. Most inspections take 30-45 minutes, and we tell you straight whether you need a repair or a full replacement.
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Crown removal
Failed crown material comes off with a chisel and hammer, down to sound masonry. We vacuum the debris so nothing drops into the flue. On a typical Pleasant Grove home this step takes one to two hours.
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Rebuild and slope
We form a new crown with refractory cement, overhanging the brick by two inches and sloping it away from the flue. A masonry trowel and jointing tool give it a clean, uniform edge that sheds water instead of pooling it.
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Seal and cap
Once the crown cures, we apply a crown sealant and check the chimney cap and damper. If the cap is rusted or loose, we replace it with a stainless steel model sized to your flue. This is where most leaks actually get stopped.
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Final test
We run a moisture meter over the crown and surrounding brick, then do a water test to confirm runoff moves off the top. You get before-and-after photos and a written warranty on the work. Total job time is usually three to five hours.
Tools & methods
Tools and methods we use on crowns
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Masonry trowel and jointing tool
Used to form and finish the new crown so it has a clean edge and a consistent slope away from the flue.
Moisture meter
Reads moisture levels in the crown and surrounding brick before and after the repair, so we know the fix actually dried things out.
Inspection camera
Lets us see inside the flue and smoke chamber without pulling the liner, so we can check for water damage below the crown.
Chimney brush and flue brush
Used to clean the flue after crown work so no debris or dust ends up in the firebox.
Smoke pen
Confirms draft after a crown or cap change, so we know the chimney still pulls correctly.
Rotary chimney sweep
Cleans heavier creosote and debris from the flue when the crown job overlaps with a sweep.
Real results
Before and after.
Cracked crown on a 1965 brick chimney
Before
A homeowner in Old Pleasant Grove had a crown with a half-inch crack running along the flue and missing chunks at the edge. Water was staining the ceiling in the room below. The cap was rusted and loose.
After
We removed the old crown, rebuilt it with refractory cement with a two-inch overhang and proper slope, sealed it with ChimneySaver, and installed a new stainless steel cap. The leak stopped within 24 hours of the repair.
Spalling brick from years of crown leaks
Before
A Battle Creek home had a crown that had been leaking for at least five years. The top three courses of brick were spalling, and the damper was rusted shut. The homeowner thought the whole chimney needed to be rebuilt.
After
We rebuilt the crown, tuckpointed the damaged brick joints, replaced the damper, and applied waterproofing sealant to the stack. Total cost was a fraction of a full rebuild, and the chimney is safe to burn again.
Storm-damaged crown on a metal flue
Before
A Pleasant Grove East home took a branch hit during a fall storm. The storm collar and top plate were bent, and water was running down the outside of the metal flue. The homeowner called us the next morning.
After
We tarped the top the same day, then replaced the storm collar and resealed the top plate with high-temp sealant. The repair took under two hours, and the flue has been dry since.
Problems we solve
Problems a crown repair solves before they get worse
Crown damage is easy to miss from the ground. By the time you see the symptoms inside the house, the water has usually been getting in for months. Here is what we fix.
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Crumbling mortar at the chimney top
We remove the failed crown, rebuild it with refractory cement, and repoint any loose mortar joints in the top courses while we are up there.
Rusty damper and firebox
We fix the crown first, then repair or replace the damper. Stopping the water source is what makes the damper repair last.
Spalling brick on the chimney stack
Crown repair stops the water source. We then tuckpoint the damaged joints and apply waterproofing sealant so the brick can dry out and stay intact.
Proof you can check
Licensed, certified, and reviewed
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CSIA Certified Chimney SweepChimney Safety Institute of America
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NFI CertifiedNational Fireplace Institute
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Utah contractor licenseUtah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
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Insured and bondedState of Utah
Most chimney crown repairs in Pleasant Grove run $300 to $900 in 2026, depending on chimney size, access, and how much of the crown has failed. A simple crack seal and recoat sits at the low end. A full crown rebuild with a new cap runs higher. We give you a written price after the roof inspection, before any work starts.
Chimney crown replacement means removing the old slab down to sound masonry, forming a new crown with refractory cement, sloping it away from the flue, and sealing it. The job takes three to five hours on a typical Pleasant Grove home. We also check the flashing, cap, and damper while we are on the roof and quote anything else that needs attention.
Yes, in most cases a cracked crown is the source of the leak. Water gets in through the crack, runs down the flue, and shows up as a ceiling or wall stain. Once we rebuild and seal the crown, the water source is gone. If the leak persists after a crown repair, the flashing or brick is usually the next suspect, and we inspect both.
Once a year, ideally in early fall before the first freeze. Pleasant Grove's freeze-thaw cycles from November through March are what crack crowns, so a fall inspection catches small cracks before winter widens them. If your chimney is more than 20 years old and the crown has never been touched, get it looked at this season.
More services
Other chimney services we handle
chimney repair near meCrown damage rarely travels alone. When we are on your roof for a crown repair, we check the flashing, brick, and cap for the same water damage that cracked the crown in the first place.Explore →
chimney masonry repairCracked crowns let water into the brick below, which causes spalling and loose mortar. If your crown repair turns up masonry damage, we handle the brick work in the same visit.Explore →
chimney reliningWater from a failed crown rusts stainless steel liners and destroys refractory cement joints. If your liner is compromised, we can reline the flue after the crown is rebuilt.Explore →
chimney cap repairA loose or rusted cap lets water and animals into the flue. We reseat or replace caps during crown jobs so the top of your chimney is fully sealed.Explore →
chimney maintenanceAnnual maintenance catches crown cracks before they turn into leaks. We inspect, clean, and seal the crown as part of a yearly chimney check.Explore →
fireplace repairA leaking crown can rust the damper and damage the firebox. If your fireplace is smoking or the damper sticks, the crown may be the root cause.Explore →
emergency chimney repairStorm damage or a sudden leak? We prioritize emergency calls in Pleasant Grove and can often get a crew out the same day to stop the water.Explore →
24/7 chimney repairOur phone line is answered around the clock. If your chimney is leaking into the house at 2 a.m., call and we will schedule the earliest possible visit.Explore → Ready when you are
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Cracked crowns get worse every freeze. Call Blackstone Ridge at (855) 927-7517 and we will inspect your crown, show you the photos, and give you a written price before we touch anything. Most Pleasant Grove jobs get scheduled within five business days.
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