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5 Common Signs of Chimney Damage
When a chimney or its components have fallen into disrepair or begin to function inefficiently, there usually are signs that tell you something needs to be addressed. Here are five signs of chimney damage for you to watch for so you can have problems fixed before they become expensive or hazardous. Crumbling/loose bricks When bricks […] Read more
Preparing Your Chimney for a Visit from Santa Claus
The chances of an actual Santa Claus visiting your home and sliding down your chimney on Christmas Eve this year are pretty slim. But if you take care of your chimney with the idea that Santa will, in fact, visit, you’ll be doing the exact things necessary to ensure a very safe and high-performing chimney. […] Read more
What Do Inspectors Find During Routine Chimney Inspections?
The ideal chimney inspection turns up no problems, and the chimney inspector gives it a complete bill of health. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Many things can happen to a chimney over time, especially one that’s used regularly. Here are some chimney issues inspectors often uncover during routine chimney inspections. Leaky chimney Chimney leaks […] Read more
Repair Your Chimney for Winter Warmth & Safety
As southern New Hampshire gets ready for another unpredictable winter with its ice storms and blizzards and sub-zero weather, the fall is a good time to make sure your chimney is ready to perform predictably to get you through the season safely. Here’s a checklist of “must-do’s” for your chimney and fireplace this fall. Visually […] Read more
Does My Smoke Chamber Need Parging?
From the outside, your chimney may look quite simple, but it’s actually the opposite. The chimney and venting system may be the largest system in your home and can be affected by many different factors ranging from weather to neglect. Your chimney may need service such as a smoke chamber parge for reasons such as construction, […] Read more
Let the Experts do the Tuckpointing for Your Chimney
After a long winter, many homeowners choose to schedule the annual chimney inspection in the spring. Scheduling in the spring means that repairs can be made before burn season returns again in October. It also repairs any winter damage and prevents leaks and water damage from the rainy season. It’s important to hire an expert […] Read more
Winter Thaw and Masonry Issues
As winter draws to a close and warm weather thaws New Hampshire’s ice and snow, it is time to think about annual chimney maintenance. If your chimney wasn’t waterproofed and ready before cold weather, winter weather might have damaged your masonry. Hidden Damage When it comes to the proper function of your chimney, there is […] Read more
Dangers of Spalling
A typical problem we notice at the close of winter? The appearance of cracking, crumbling, and falling masonry. This occurrence is a common occurrence when moisture has penetrated the masonry. When water is allowed to penetrate the masonry it experiences a freeze/thaw cycle that is especially damaging. The water freezes, expanding and damaging the brick […] Read more
What is Chimney Tuckpointing?
Throughout the life of your masonry chimney there will be regular wear and tear, despite the best prevention and routine maintenance. One of the most common complaints of homeowners, city code enforcement, and insurance and real estate agents is the mortar cracking and falling out from the bricks in the chimney. This calls for tuck […] Read more
