by Chuck Hall | Apr 28, 2017 | Water Damage
Water and masonry. Definitely not a match made in heaven! Do you find yourself facing water damage and leaks throughout your fireplace? If so, the time to address these issues is now! Excess moisture can cause a lot of deterioration over time as rot, rust, mold, and...
by Chuck Hall | Mar 25, 2014 | chimney maintenance, Water Damage
With thoughts of spring break and spring-cleaning, you know you are one step closer to leaving the frigid cold in the past. This also means that you will have less use out of your fireplace. Now is the time to start with chimney maintenance and repairs so there is...
by Chuck Hall | Jan 20, 2014 | chimney cap, chimney maintenance, General Safety, Water Damage
It is often said that water is a chimney’s No. 1 enemy. This is true for so many reasons, among them that water can damage and weaken your chimney’s brick and mortar, compromise your chimney’s structural integrity, create a fire risk, cause an unpleasant smell, and—as...
by Chuck Hall | Dec 30, 2013 | chimney maintenance, fire safety, Water Damage
Many homeowners cannot imagine that there would ever be a major problem with their fireplace since it is such an integral part of their home. However, just like anything else, the fireplace is susceptible to normal wear and tear. A spring fireplace facelift is the...
by Chuck Hall | Nov 23, 2013 | chimney maintenance, fire safety, Water Damage
Understanding What Goes On Inside Your Chimney Looks can be deceiving. The might seem like it’s in perfect condition and ready to perform its strenuous duties for the upcoming cold winter nights, but is it really fit for the job? Your chimneys can appear in excellent...
by Chuck Hall | Nov 15, 2013 | chimney cap, chimney maintenance, Water Damage
Chimneys: A Hiding Place for Deadly Molds Water provides for our very being. It is essential to our everyday lives, a fundamental need that we can never be without. It is, in fact, the source of life for all living creatures – harmful or not. And as such, water...
