by Kevin Russell | Chimney Information, chimney protection, crown
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....
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Information, chimney inspection, Chimney Maintenance, crown, firebox, fireplace maintenance
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...
by Kevin Russell | Chimney Maintenance, creosote, fire safety, fireplace maintenance
Setting Proper Expectations for an Annual Chimney Inspection Sometimes an annual chimney inspection is thought of like a dental appointment; it’s been too long and so there is bound to be an issue. The issue turns into a root canal in your mind so you just keep...
