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The Best Chimney Cap Option

[tribulant_slideshow gallery_id="6"] Every chimney should have a cap to keep rain, debris and critters from entering the chimney flue. The basic single flue chimney cap does a good job of covering the flue and keeping out undesirable elements. However, covering just the flues can often make water penetration problems worse Read More »

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Improving A Chimney’s Appearance With A Functional Chimney Cap

[tribulant_slideshow gallery_id="8"] There are many types and styles of chimney caps available. You can get inexpensive, basic chimney caps at the Big Box Home Improvement Stores. Better quality caps are available from various specialty stores and contractors. Of course, you can get the best caps from Chim Cheree, The Chimney Read More »

Chimney Fire Shows Importance of Chimney Inspections

A new homeowner in West Pelzer had a scare on Christmas Day when his house nearly burned down. Channel 4, WYFF has coverage of the story. This story remind viewers that it is important to have your chimney regularly inspected by a professional. Here are a few other points to be Read More »

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Turn Your Fire Upside-Down

[tribulant_slideshow gallery_id=9] Modern EPA Certified wood burning appliances are designed to burn wood with minimal emissions. But it’s possible to burn wood cleanly and efficiently in a fireplace or a fire pit. Taking a little time to lay a top burn fire will result in a long burning fire that releases fewer Read More »

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Waterproofing A Masonry Chimney

[tribulant_slideshow gallery_id="10"] Among the myths that abound regarding chimneys is the notion that a masonry structure is waterproof. While it is true that bricks and mortar are sturdy and durable when properly put together, they are also susceptible to damage from water penetration. Bricks and mortar readily absorb water, but Read More »

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Rejuvenating A Chimney Exterior

[tribulant_slideshow gallery_id="11"] ChimneySaver is a siloxane based water repellent that repels water while remaining vapor permeable. This allows moisture produced in the chimney to escape, rather than being trapped inside the bricks. ChimneySaver is applied with a low pressure sprayer. It’s amazing how a chimney changes over time. Because chimneys Read More »

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Common Construction Defects – Chase Covers

[tribulant_slideshow gallery_id="12"] Manufactured fireplaces are very common in newer homes. These fireplaces are inexpensive and fairly easy to install, so are a favorite with builders looking to cut costs. A manufactured fireplace vents through a metal chimney. This chimney is unsightly sticking out of a roof, so it is usually Read More »