1.5 Cambridge Street - Chimney specifications for corbelling and capThe Chimney Company
52 Orchard Street
Salem, MA 01970
978-744-1001
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Proposal
TO: Jim Kearney
11/2 Cambridge Street
Salem, MA 01970
DATE: November 6, 2015
The chimney above the roofline has deteriorated to the point where repointing is not a practical
option.
There are stress cracks throughout the chimney and many bricks have lost their bond to the
mortar.
The flashing has been tarred over, most likely in an attempt to stop a leak.
We suggest taking the chimney down and rebuilding it using a new, solid brick, (S+H water
struck), and new lead flashing.
The interior walls of the chimney, (wythes) would be built using standard brick and/or block.
We propose the following:
Obtain a City of Salem building permit.
Set proper staging in order to safely access the chimney.
Take the chimney down to the roofline and properly dispose of all debris.
Rebuild the chimney from the roofline up using new solid bricks and new lead flashing (with
step out at the top in accordance with attached drawing).
Install a new black coated stainless steel chimney cap.
Break down staging, clean out the gutters below the chimney, Leave site broom clean.
Total Cost: $7,020.00
Desired corbelling:
Desired stainless steel cap: