Signs Your Chimney Needs To Be Repaired

Now is the time of year when your chimney needs some attention. If you haven’t had your chimney inspection or sweep this year, now is the time to call us for your appointment. Your chimney stands out in the heat of summer and the freezing temperatures of winter. Summer and winter storms can wreak havoc on your chimney. Many things can damage your chimney that you may not even see. Our trained technicians will look for needed repairs during the inspection.

Don’t be without a safe fireplace this holiday season. The fireplace is an intricate part of the holiday season. Now is the time to become aware of what might need to be done.

Signs You May Have A Needed Repair

Cracked Mortar

Watch for flaking or cracked mortar.

Brick Breakdown

When water infiltrates cracked bricks, they will soon start to break down. The freeze-thaw effect is very damaging to your chimney.
Cracks in the chimney crown. The chimney crown is meant to protect from rain and snow. When there is a crack in the chimney crown you are susceptible to leaks. A chimney inspection will be looking for this.

Rust

All the metal components of the fireplace can rust. Over time rust will deteriorate these components. Ask your technician if there is any rust on the mechanisms such as the steel firebox, damper, flashing, and integrity of caps.

Interior Wall Damage

When water starts to seep into bricks, water will eventually seep into the inner surface of the chimney causing leaks. Correcting any leak issue will solve a more damaging and costly repair.

Smells

The more you use the fireplace the more creosote will build up. Creosote is a byproduct of burned wood. It is a black sticky tar-like substance that is flammable. Cleaning out your chimney of this byproduct will help keep you and your family safe from chimney fires. As well as avoid smells.

How To Keep Your Chimney In Tip Top Shape?

Annual Chimney Inspection

Keeping up with repairs as they come about will not only save you money but keep your family safe. Any repairs that are found will cost you a lot less than if you wait and the damage expands.

Chimney Sweep

Keep your chimney clean and it will bring you safe burning seasons year to year.

Contact Us Today!

Now that the holidays are approaching, it is time to contact Guardian Chimney Sweep to book your annual inspection. Don’t be caught without an appointment before you start decorating for the holidays. Call us and get this task behind you. Now is the time of year when we want to spend time with our family and friends. Make it a safe and happy holiday this year.

When you are ready to make your appointment for a chimney sweep or inspection, call Guardian Chimney Sweep. We strive to provide expert services. We provide professional chimney sweep, chimney cleanings, chimney inspections, and chimney repairs. As well as fireplace inserts, gas logs, chimney rebuilds, and more. We provide these to our customers with low-cost, reliable service in a timely fashion.