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Water Repellent Good Idea For Masonry Chimneys
Author – Marge Padgitt As spring approaches homeowners are thinking about their exterior home maintenance and that should include their masonry chimney. Masonry, although very durable,
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NFPA 211 & Your Chimney
Author – Oliver Beauchemin Located in Quincy, Massachusetts, the Fire Code Field Office of the National Fire Protection Association, or “NFPA,” publishes codes and standards related to fire
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Negative House Pressure Can Cause Multiple Problems
Author – Marge Padgitt Negative house pressure is a common problem that can cause fireplaces and wood-burning appliances to smoke, and gas appliances to backdraft deadly
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How Chimneys Work: Draft
Author – Todd Woofenden The purpose of a chimney is to take the combustion products (smoke and gasses) from the appliance to the atmosphere outside your
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What To Expect With An Historic Chimney
Author – Marge Padgitt Most homeowners who purchase historic homes recognize the fact that older structures need a lot of work. There are structural issues to
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How is Refractory Mortar Different?
Author – MyBuildingSupplyStore.com Refractory mortar differs from regular mortar in that it is designed to resist high temperatures. It is the desired product to use when
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Why Do I Need A Chimney Cap?
Author – Chimney Cricket, Inc. A chimney cap is a preventive maintenance measure to protect against water entry, backdrafts, and pest entry into the chimney. An
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The Thorough Chimney Inspection
Author – Marge Padgitt I’m surprised at the number of inadequate and incomplete chimney inspections I see from some chimney companies in my area. The main
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A Chimney Fire Can Cause More Damage Than Expected To Masonry Chimneys
Author – Marge Padgitt Chimney fires are all too common, and often go unnoticed by the homeowner at the time of the event. According to a