Bro Jack wrote:
Seven of the chimney bricks are spalling. Suggested solutions:

One contractor blames cracks in the concrete crown and recommends
"Crown Seal" which is a flexible crown repair ($229) along with
"Chimey Saver" ($196) which is a water repellent to coat the bricks.
Each has a 10-year warranty.

The second contractor says that the solution above is like putting wax
on a rusty car and recommends replacing the seven bricks ($450).

Your comments, please.



BroJack

I would fix the seven bricks for less than $450. Then I would eliminate
the source of water coming through the bricks.