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Repair Your Chimney for Winter Warmth & Safety
As southern New Hampshire gets ready for another unpredictable winter with its ice storms and blizzards and sub-zero weather, the fall is a good time to make sure your chimney is ready to perform predictably to get you through the season safely. Here’s a checklist of “must-do’s” for your chimney and fireplace this fall. Visually […] Read more
The Basics of Chimney Crown Repair
Your chimney crown is the ceiling that covers the top of the chimney opening. It endures abuse from weather and critters on the outside and heat from the inside. Over time the crown can become damaged–especially if it isn’t constructed or maintained properly. The Chimney Crown This slab of concrete extends from the flue pipe […] Read more
Why a Chimney Crown Rebuild is Important
Because the chimney is constructed of a combination of masonry and metal materials, water can cause extensive damage ranging from rusted parts, stained and damaged walls and ceilings, damaged and shifting chimney, and more. It is the goal of chimney sweeps and homeowners to keep water out of the chimney! Aside from the monetary damage […] Read more