Common Problems
Tackling the common problems of fireplaces and chimneys.
Caution: Carbon Monoxide & Chimneys
If you have a fire or reason to suspect carbon monoxide is entering your home, get outside and call 911.  DO NOT re-enter the home until the authorities have confirmed it’s safe to enter. What is Carbon Monoxide (CO)? How does it happen and how can we stop it...
Got Bats in Your Chimney Flue?
Got bats in your chimney flue? If so, there are a few imperative things you need to know! As made famous in popular culture by the comic book character Batman, real, living, breathing bats are nocturnal mammals who reside in dark, cave-like areas. But since their...
The Problem with Stucco Chimneys
The choice of stucco as a home, chimney, and wall building material is increasingly growing in popularity. This is understandable, considering stucco is durable, attractive, and relatively cheap. On the surface, this sounds fantastic; however, after further...
Chimney Crown Seal vs New Construction
Chimney tops, otherwise known as crowns, must protect the home, as do all exterior surfaces of a chimney. Since it acts as the shield against wet weather elements, a crown is a necessary part of any masonry fireplace system. The problem that all chimneys eventually...
