What to do if you have a problem with your chimney?

Contact our chimney professionals if you are experiencing some form of obstruction in your chimney. We can help you determine what the problem is, whether it’s a bird’s nest, chimney deterioration, leaves, an ambient updraft, an excessive amount of soot or creosote, or something else.

How to reduce complaints about smoke, odor, and soot from neighboring chimneys?

This article describes approaches to solving complaints about smoke, odors, soot from a neighboring chimney or a nearby building: chimney clearances to buildings, property lines; how to reduce smoke & odor complaints between neighbors, neighboring buildings & nearby chimneys.

When is a chimney considered a health issue?

If their chimney is unsafe or improper in that it doesn’t meet your local building regulations there could be a fire hazard. If there’s no fire hazard but the chimney is too short and vents into your home that might be considered a health issue: more than odors are the risks of fatal carbon monoxide poisoning. Let me know.

Where does the Brick go on top of a chimney?

The chimney crown is the cement part on top of the chimney. The bricks go up around the tile flue liners, but at the top you need something to stop the rain and snow from just falling in around the tiles.

What can I use to fix a leak in my Chimney?

Use ChimneySaver water repellent to fix brick chimney leaks. The last problem area is the bricks and mortar joints. There are many different types of brick out there. The softer and more porous the brick, the more likely it’s going to leak.

What should I do if my chimney is too big?

Be sure your chimney at least meets the NFPA guidelines, though exceeding those dimensions may improve draft to some degree. F. Reline the chimney: Block or brick chimneys that are too large, unlined, located on the house’s exterior, or deteriorating can be saved by placing a liner inside the existing masonry.

What are the different types of chimney leaks?

Chimney crown leaks, chimney flashing leaks, and brick chimney leaks. Different factors affect a chimney’s ability to resist water penetration such as the age of the chimney, the type of construction materials and its construction. In this article I’m going to reveal some specific problem areas and how you can solve your own chimney leaks.

Why does my house prevent adequate airflow up my Chimney?

House prevents adequate airflow up chimney: If your house is very small and well sealed, it may be too tight to allow adequate combustion airflow. (Most airtight stoves need between 10 and 50 cubic feet per minute.)