Masonry-first since 2009
Chimney Repair for DC, Maryland & Virginia
Water in the firebox, brick fragments on the roof, or a crown you can see daylight through — chimney problems rarely fix themselves. Brickline diagnoses first, then quotes flat: cracked crowns rebuilt, flashing resealed or replaced, damaged flue tiles addressed. Because our crew are masons, we repair the cause, not just the symptom.
- Typical price: $200–$3,000+ — quoted flat
- Service duration: Half day–2 days
- CSIA-certified sweeps & masons
Flat quotes · No sales visits · Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA
CSIA-certified sweeps & masons
NFPA 211 standards
1,200+ DMV chimneys since 2009
Rowhouse specialists
Flat, written quotes — always
No surprises
Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA
Historic districts included
When to Schedule Chimney Repair
- Water dripping or pooling in the firebox
- Cracked or crumbling chimney crown
- Rust stains on the chimney or firebox
- Damaged or missing flue tiles
- Flashing pulling away from the roofline
At a Glance
- Flat Price
- $200–$3,000+ — in writing, before any work
- Duration
- Half day–2 days
- Certification
- CSIA-certified · NFPA 211 standards
- Coverage
- Washington DC · Northern Virginia · Maryland
The Crown Is Usually the Culprit
The crown — the concrete cap that sheds water off the top of the stack — takes the worst of DMV freeze-thaw winters. Hairline cracks let water in; winter turns those cracks into channels. A properly rebuilt crown with drip edge, bonded and sealed, is one of the highest-value repairs a chimney can get.
Fix It Before Winter
Every repair we quote in October costs more by March if it waits. Water that enters through a failed crown or flashing freezes, expands, and multiplies the damage. If you've seen any of the warning signs, get it diagnosed before the first freeze.
How Our Chimney Repair Works
Calm, documented, and mess-free from start to finish.
Diagnosis
Roof-level and flue inspection to find the actual source of the problem.
Flat written quote
The full number, in writing, before any work starts.
Repair
Crown, flashing, tile, or masonry work done in-house by our crew.
Photo documentation
Before-and-after photos with your completion report.
The Brickline Way
Why Neighbors Call Brickline
We're masons who sweep chimneys, not a call center with subcontractors.
Masons First
Our crews are trained masons, not just sweeps. Repointing, rebuilds, and crown work are done in-house — never subcontracted.
Rowhouse Specialists
1,200+ pre-war chimneys serviced since 2009 — Capitol Hill, Georgetown, Old Town, and every brick block in between.
Flat, Written Quotes
You get the number before we touch a brick. If it's not on the quote, you don't pay for it.
CSIA Certified
Sweeps and inspections to CSIA and NFPA 211 standards, with a written report every visit.
Licensed in DC, MD & VA
Fully licensed and insured across all three jurisdictions, including historic districts.
One Local Crew
No call centers, no franchises. The person who quotes your job is the one who shows up.
Reviews
What the Neighbors Say
“They matched the mortar on our 1918 rowhouse perfectly. You can't tell where the repair starts. Flat quote, no surprises, brick dust swept off the sidewalk when they left.”
Laura B.
Capitol Hill, DC
“Two other companies told us to tear the chimney down. Brickline rebuilt the top four courses with reclaimed brick and it looks original. Historic review board approved it without a note.”
James O.
Old Town Alexandria, VA
“Sweep and Level 2 inspection before we bought the house. The photo report caught a cracked flue tile the general inspector missed. Worth every dollar of the $250.”
Priya N.
Bethesda, MD
“The $189 sweep is actually $189. Drop cloths everywhere, HEPA vacuum running the whole time, written report with photos before they left. Booking again next fall.”
Marcus T.
Petworth, DC
“Water had been getting into the firebox for two winters. They found the cracked crown in one visit, quoted it flat, and fixed it in an afternoon. Dry ever since.”
Ellen W.
Silver Spring, MD
“No upsells, no scare tactics. The mason who quoted the repointing was the one on the roof doing it. That alone puts them ahead of everyone else we called.”
Tom H.
Arlington, VA
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Service Areas
One Crew, Three Jurisdictions
From Capitol Hill to Silver Spring to Old Town — if your chimney is in the DMV, it's on our route.
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One crew, three jurisdictions. Most appointments scheduled within 2–3 business days.
Flat quotes · No sales visits · Licensed & insured in DC, MD & VA