by Avery Soderman | May 29, 2014 | Masonry Contractor
A masonry contractor is someone who repairs structures using stones, bricks, or even concrete. If you are in the market for a mason, there are several aspects you should consider during your narrowing down process. Specialist Masonry should be performed by...
by Avery Soderman | Apr 11, 2014 | Winter Weather Chimney Concerns
Winter weather is harsh on chimneys- especially in areas of Pennsylvania where there is usually no shortage of snow. Freezing and the eventual thawing can have adverse affects on the structure of a chimney. This can lead to problems that could start a fire. That makes...
by Avery Soderman | Aug 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
Lighting a fire in the middle of winter is one of the best ways to warm up. However, there are safety measures that must be taken every year before a fireplace is put to use. A certified chimney sweep should be called to inspect your chimney annually to make sure it...
by Avery Soderman | Jun 14, 2013 | Masonry Repair
One importance of having an annual chimney inspection is to discover if you might have any masonry damage. If your chimney was not sealed with the right materials, water can seep into the masonry causing the mortar to weaken and the bricks to deteriorate. There is...
by Avery Soderman | May 29, 2013 | Chimney Inspection
Before 2000 chimney inspectors relied on their own methods for what was necessary during a chimney inspection. Since then a level inspection code was put into place by the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA 211 is now the standard inspection code for chimneys,...
