One part of the chimney structure that is often ignored is the masonry wash, also known as the chimney crown. While difficult to see from the ground, the chimney crown has an important job to do and helps protect your home as well as your chimney and fireplace system....
If you take good care of your masonry chimney — scheduling chimney inspections and chimney sweeping appointments every year, making sure all components that fight moisture intrusion are in place and in working order — that chimney should provide you with decade after...
