New Chimney Construction
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 …
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What Type of Chimney is Best
When asking, “what type of chimney is best?, ” you need to consider that there are advantages and limitations to each kind of chimney: Masonry chimneys incorporate …
Types of Chimney
This is a brief introduction to some of the various types of chimney. Masonry Type of Chimney: What we usually picture when we think about chimneys …
Anatomy of a Masonry Chimney And Fireplace
Author – Marge Padgitt Masonry chimneys are more complicated than most people think. The structure is carefully designed to conform to proportions and standard building practices …
Chimney Liners Overview
Author – Dave Hannah Some homeowners have asked Chimneys.com to provide some basic information about their chimney liner. With all the different types of chimney liners, the strength …
Are You An Animal Lover Part 2
Author – Dave Hannah Responsible homeowners will install proper chimney protection such as a chimney cap with a screen to keep out animals from nesting. It …
Best Time For Chimney Repairs
Author – Dave Hannah Homeowners frequently learn from their chimney professional that their chimney needs some repair. Then they are told that the fall and winter …
How To Choose The Best Fireplace
Author – Marge Padgitt Homeowners have many options for gas or wood-burning fireplaces, but the choices can be somewhat confusing if all the facts aren’t readily …
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 …
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