Looking for some reassurance or maybe a reality check from others who've hired a masonry pro. I just had a pretty big chimney repair and repointing job done on my older home. The crew that did it seemed good—they were on time, cleaned up, and the work looks great.
But now I'm in my own head about it. For those who know, what are the non-negotiable things a quality masonry contractor should always do? I'm thinking about things like the mortar mix matching, how they handle old brick, permitting, or even just how they explain the process.
What were the green flags with your contractor that made you confident the job was done right to last? Trying to calm my post-project nerves and learn what to look for in the future. Thanks!
