On Tue, 07 Aug 2007 06:01:16 GMT, "Mail Man Bob" wrote:

This is a problem with an old chimney - the house was built in 1919 and the
chimney is probably that old - don't know for sure.

The mortar has weathered thru in places. What's the best material to use
for patching it up?


"weathered thru in places" sounds like it can be fixed with mortar in
a caulk tube. [see the local borg]

See how much mortar you can rake out with a sharp object. If the
mortar is crumbling, then your best bet is to tear the thing down and
start afresh.

Jim