Chimney Services in Tacoma, WA
Seattle Chimney Pros serves Tacoma homeowners with chimney sweeping, inspections and repairs. Tacoma is full of brick, from century-old warehouses to Stadium District houses.
Chimneys in Tacoma
Tacoma was incorporated in 1875 and has a strong preservation program, with 165 city landmarks and more than 1,000 historic properties within five overlay zones. Neighborhoods such as Hilltop, the Stadium District and the North Slope have old houses with masonry chimneys. Many are over a century old.
If your home is in one of Tacoma’s historic overlay zones, you may need city review before changing the exterior, including some chimney work. Check with the city first. We can inspect, explain what the chimney needs and match repairs to the existing brick. Tacoma averages 40.81 inches of rain a year, and the city runs from sea level up to about 500 feet, with many hillside homes that see wind.
Tacoma at a glance
Tacoma was incorporated on November 12, 1875.
Source: WikipediaThe 2020 census counted 219,346 people and 92,309 housing units.
Source: WikipediaThe city's preservation program oversees 165 city landmarks and more than 1,000 historic properties within five overlay zones.
Source: WikipediaTacoma averages 40.81 inches of rain a year, and elevation runs from sea level to about 500 feet.
Source: Wikipedia
What Tacoma homes ask us about most
- Chimney RebuildCentury-old brick chimneys sometimes need a rebuild with matching materials.
- Chimney Repair (Masonry & Tuckpointing)Tuckpointing with the right mortar keeps old brick from being damaged.
- Level 2 Chimney Inspection (Camera)Old Tacoma flues are best checked with a camera before any work begins.
Questions from Tacoma homeowners
Do I need approval for chimney work in a Tacoma historic overlay zone?
You may need city review before changing a home's exterior in an overlay zone. Contact the City of Tacoma before work begins.
Why does the mortar matter on old Tacoma brick?
Mortar harder than old brick can damage it. We match mortar to the age of the masonry.