
Damage to Chimneys
Chimney fires, lightning strikes and other traumas to the chimney can cause damage to the liner and, in some cases, to the masonry structure itself. Wood,
Chimney fires, lightning strikes and other traumas to the chimney can cause damage to the liner and, in some cases, to the masonry structure itself. Wood,
Pumped Masonry Stainless Steel Is centered in the flue to assure complete coverage throughout the chimney. Provides structural strength to deteriorated or cracked casings,fills open joints,
Chimney Restoration usually refers to structures built prior to the mid-1900s. It is unusual, prior to that time, to find chimneys that were built with liners
New chimney construction often involves a cast-in-place or pumped masonry liner. There are certain circumstances when a pumped masonry liner can enhance a venting system or
Oil and gas furnaces, boilers, water heaters and gas logs, frequently require venting through a chimney structure. If that chimney is masonry, Building Code requires that
Heat Protection The masonry components of a chimney conduct heat. If the temperature is high – as in a chimney fire – enough heat can be
Author – Todd Woofenden Chimney maintenance should be performed at least once each year: you should have your chimney checked and cleaned if necessary, by a chimney
Author – Todd Woofenden Here are some things you can check. (But this doesn’t take the place of having the chimney checked by a professional.) Chimney
Author – Todd Woofenden Hiring a chimney sweep, or someone who is frequently called a chimney professional in different parts of the country, is something that