by Avery Soderman | Sep 4, 2017 | Chimney Damage
Are you aware of the effects of moisture on masonry? Brick is more absorbent than most people realize, meaning water is easily absorbed. Once this occurs, problematic issues such as decay, deterioration, clogs, and rust, among others, occur. In turn, these issues...
by Avery Soderman | Oct 30, 2016 | Chimney Damage
Having a properly installed chimney liner is vital in maintaining the health of your chimney. Liners protect the various parts of the chimney and allow gases to flow out of the home safely. Without a good liner in place, you will find yourself facing countless issues...
by Avery Soderman | Mar 10, 2016 | Chimney Damage
Depending on how your chimney is built, there are often multiple entry points for water to creep in and start doing damage. Water will then build up inside of the brick and mortar and eventually leak out, causing a lot of issues. If you are experiencing water problems...
by Avery Soderman | Nov 18, 2015 | Chimney Damage, Chimney Damper, Chimney Draft and Flow
While fireplaces often offer a huge comfort throughout many homes, they are not much fun if they are not working properly. Ventilation issues are likely the reason that your house may smoke up every time you light a fire or why you might be having trouble starting a...
by Avery Soderman | Aug 31, 2015 | Chimney Damage
Usually you don’t give your chimney a lot of attention. After all, it seems to just be sitting there, and you can’t actually observe its function. However, your chimney does more for your home than you think, so indifference may cost you. If you realized that your...
by Avery Soderman | Nov 21, 2012 | Chimney Damage
In preparation for winter, it’s important to look for cracks or hidden damage in your home’s foundation, roof, and chimney, which could lead to much more serious damage once the temperature drops below freezing and especially when snow and ice storms...
