The effects of water damage on your chimney

Most people would list a chimney fire as the most likely threat to your chimney, but the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) tells us otherwise. According to the CSIA, nothing is more damaging to your chimney than prolonged water exposure. Because chimneys are...

Don’t Let a Leaky Chimney Damage Your Home!

A little bit of water in or around your fireplace might seem innocuous enough. However, if you see signs that water is leaking in through your chimney, you have a serious problem! A leaky chimney can cause damage to your home that can turn into serious and expensive...

3 Common Chimney Leaks

Chimney leaks are usually only spotted after the damage has already been done, and show up as water in the fireplace or leaks in the roof. Three common leaks result from cracks in mortar joints, seepage into the flashing, and a damaged chimney cap. They are all best...